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01/06/2026

Niceness Protects Comfort, Kindness Calls for Courage

Being “nice” can feel safe—it avoids conflict, keeps people happy, and smooths over discomfort. But true kindness often asks more: honesty, boundaries, and courage. In this post, we explore the difference between surface-level niceness and transformational, courageous kindness—and how choosing the latter can shape not only others, but the person you’re becoming....

Being “nice” can feel safe—it avoids conflict, keeps people happy, and smooths over discomfort. But true kindness often asks more: honesty, boundaries, and courage. In this post, we explore the dif…

01/03/2026

01/01/2026

Being able to tolerate uncomfortable feelings is key to personal growth

12/26/2025

A Gift That Changes Everything: Love, Freedom, and Hope

Whether Christmas deepens your faith or simply stirs a bit of wonder, the story behind it all is this: God came close. Jesus stepped into our world — into real life, real struggles, real joy — so we could know hope that lasts. If you’ve been searching for meaning, peace, or a fresh start… the invitation is open....

Whether Christmas deepens your faith or simply stirs a bit of wonder, the story behind it all is this: God came close. Jesus stepped into our world — into real life, real struggles, real joy — so w…

12/21/2025

The Gift of Presence: Celebrating Christmas Through Acts of Service

Every December, the world buzzes with wrapping paper, shopping lists, and the pressure to find the perfect gift. But what if this year, instead of focusing on presents, we embraced the gift of presence? What if we celebrated Christmas by giving our time, love, and service—just as Jesus did when He came to dwell among us? The True Meaning of Christmas…...

Discover how to make Christmas meaningful by focusing on presence and acts of service instead of presents—reflecting Jesus’ love and humility.

12/10/2025

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You can find the full interview on Dr. Ramami’s Network https://firesidechat.com/drramaninetworkWhat is the definitive symptom? Why might we do it? How to ge...

11/27/2025

Embracing Gratitude and Rest This Holiday Season

Part of the Grace & Ground: Rooted in Worth series, this Thanksgiving guide explores gratitude and the 7 types of rest—with practical tips and ways to involve the younger generation in creating balance and joy....

Part of the Grace & Ground: Rooted in Worth series, this Thanksgiving guide explores gratitude and the 7 types of rest—with practical tips and ways to involve the younger generation in creatin…

11/25/2025

🌿 Ever thought daydreaming was laziness? Think again.
Your brain might be at its most creative when you pause and soak in beauty. Discover Creative Rest—a God-designed gift that fuels innovation and restores wonder.
✨ Practical tips + research insights + spiritual reflection await in our latest post:
Rooted in Wonder: The Gift of Creative Rest
Part of the Grace and Ground: Rooted in Worth — 7 Types of Rest Series
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Discover the power of creative rest—rooted in wonder and designed by God to spark innovation. Practical tips for renewal in the Grace and Ground series.

11/24/2025

Grace and Ground Bible Study: Rooted in Worth

Post 3: Sensory Rest – Escaping the Digital Overload What Is Sensory Rest? Sensory rest is the intentional pause from the constant stimulation that surrounds us—screens, notifications, bright lights, multitasking demands, and the endless hum of background noise. When we’re consistently overstimulated, the nervous system shifts into a chronic state of alert. This makes it difficult not only to stay grounded but also to stay present with God and with the people right in front of us....

Post 3: Sensory Rest – Escaping the Digital Overload What Is Sensory Rest? Sensory rest is the intentional pause from the constant stimulation that surrounds us—screens, notifications, bright light…

11/23/2025

Mental Rest – Quieting the Inner Commentary

Feeling overwhelmed by constant noise—social media, opinions, and endless mental chatter? Discover why mental rest isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a spiritual discipline that restores peace and clarity. Isaiah 26:3 reminds us: “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” Learn practical ways to quiet the inner commentary and anchor your thoughts in Christ. 👉 Read more

Feeling overwhelmed by constant noise—social media, opinions, and endless mental chatter? Discover why mental rest isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a spiritual discipline that restores peace and clarity. Isaiah 26:3 reminds us: “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfas...

11/22/2025

Set Free to Honor the Limits God Gave Us: Physical Rest

Part of the Grace and Ground: Rooted in Worth Series We live in a culture that celebrates hustle and glorifies exhaustion. “Push harder. Do more. Sleep less.” These messages echo everywhere—from social media feeds to workplace norms. Add the constant stream of political news, and our bodies rarely get a chance to exhale. But God designed us with limits—and those limits are good....

🌿 Feeling like you have to keep going to get it all done? God designed us with limits—and honoring them is an act of worship. Physical rest isn’t laziness; it’s obedience. Rest helps us respond with patience, care for our bodies, and live from a place of worth—not striving for it (Wang et...