Most of us can forgive small stuff...but what about the big things that cause us great pain? Ed Thomas was a caring husband, a good dad, and a highly respected man in his community. After decades of coaching his football team, Ed was awarded the coveted NFL High School Coach of the Year in 2005. Four years later, a former student walked into the school locker room, pulled out his gun and unloaded seven bullets...
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How about Langston Hughes, Patricia Roberts Harris or Carter G. Woodson? February celebrates Black History Month, and now is a great time to share with your children about the significant contributions these, and other African Americans, have made to our country’s history and heritage. Take some time together this month to learn more about African American leaders in science, social reform, politics, sports and...
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How you spend your time reveals a lot about who you are and what you value. So to find out the truth, here are 3 ways to gut check your priorities in life. First, make a list of your priorities. Write out what you value in life—things like your family, your career, or your hobbies. Second, make a list of how you actually spend your time. Be honest about the functional priorities in your life—things like...
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Think about it. Your spouse comes up to you and says, “The doctor said I only have a year to live.” Then would it matter so much that he forgot to take out the trash—again? Would you care if she left the garage door open more times than she closed it? And would it still annoy you that he got lost but refused to stop and ask for directions? None of us knows exactly how much more time we’ll have with our...
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Experiencing divorce is painful. Experiencing divorce with children can be even more painful. Not only is it a time when you must find the strength to move forward, but also a time when you must provide strength for your kids to move forward. Author Tammy Daughtry shares advice for helping kids heal in her book, “Co-Parenting Works! Helping Your Children Thrive After Divorce.” First, she explains the importance...
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It’s hard to say “no” when someone asks you to help for a good cause or a good thing. But, to protect what’s most important, time with God, your spouse, your kids and grandkids, it’s good to say “no” sometimes. So to help you to know when to say “no,” here are practical questions to ask yourself. First, “Is this something that I’m uniquely equipped to do?” You need to determine if your gifts and talents are...
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Today we remember the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. …a man of ministry, peace and vision. He dreamed of equality between all races. In 1963, Dr. King said, “I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” What’s your dream for your kids? Is it your dream or theirs? Is it what’s best for...
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