Tag: self help
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You’re (probably) misquoting Philippians 4:13 – and why it matters
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. -Philippians 4:13 According to Bible Gateway, Philippians 4:13 is the second most popular verse in the New Testament, only behind John 3:16. It’s a verse memorized and beloved by many. But for as popular as this verse is, it’s also often misunderstood and taken out…
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It’s easy to know how to have a great marriage, but actually having one takes work
It’s EASY to know how to have a good marriage. In theory. It’s easy to know what you should do. But it can be really hard to DO what you should do. It’s really easy to know how to put yourself into a good financial situation. Spend less money, save, avoid debt. It’s harder to…
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The fruit of the Spirit – something we can’t produce
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. -Galatians 5:22-23 In the Book of Galatians, the Apostle Paul talks about the fruit of the Spirit. It’s a section that fascinates me. Because the fruit is produced by the Holy Spirit in…
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From nothing to a Navy SEAL: David Goggins and mental toughness
I’ve been going through the new book “Can’t hurt me: master your mind and defy the odds” by David Goggins. I’m about halfway through the book, and I’ve really enjoyed it. Earlier this fall, I saw some interviews Goggins had done, and I was intrigued by his story, but the book gives so much more…
Josh Benner 