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Trusting God In Your (Online) Dating Life

Trusting God In Your (Online) Dating Life

January 29, 2022
When Life Feels Mundane

When Life Feels Mundane

July 8, 2020
Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

February 18, 2021
Musings of an Imperfect Perfectionist

Musings of an Imperfect Perfectionist

April 25, 2020
Trusting God In Your (Online) Dating Life

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Trusting God In Your (Online) Dating Life

By Samantha Swanson January 29, 2022

There are seemingly contradictory messages directed toward Christian singles (like me) who want to no longer be single (also me). Some encourage us to “put ourselves…

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A List of Things I Love: Remembering All There Is To Be Thankful For

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A List of Things I Love: Remembering All There Is To Be Thankful For

By Samantha Swanson November 26, 2021

Inspired by Lauren Washer, I’m closing out the week of Thanksgiving with a list of things I love. I had too much fun with this...what…

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In the Name of Productivity I Lose Sight of Fellowship With God

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In the Name of Productivity I Lose Sight of Fellowship With God

By Samantha Swanson June 5, 2021

I’m tempted to approach life as a series of to-do lists. I have my work list, my home list, that list that stays in my…

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More Than Sunday Morning Christians

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More Than Sunday Morning Christians

By Samantha Swanson April 9, 2021

At the end of each Sunday morning church service, one of my pastors stands at the back of the sanctuary near the door and says, “Let…

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Misquoted Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you…”

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Misquoted Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you…”

By Samantha Swanson March 15, 2021

Reading the Old Testament is challenging, but verses like Jeremiah 29:11 make it more bearable, ya know? You’re probably familiar: Jeremiah 29:11 writes, “‘For I know…

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Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

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Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

By Samantha Swanson February 18, 2021

Andrew Peterson's song “He Is Worthy” played on repeat during my drive home a few months ago.  The song is reminiscent of liturgical worship—like when…

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Misquoted Scripture: “[God] Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart”

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Misquoted Scripture: “[God] Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart”

By Samantha Swanson November 24, 2020

“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” - Psalm 37:4 “Lord, I know you know what I…

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He Knows My Name?

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He Knows My Name?

By Samantha Swanson October 24, 2020

A retelling of John 20:11-16. Jesus was presented before the Jews wearing a purple robe and a crown of thorns—both unable to cover the hideous,…

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To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

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To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

By Samantha Swanson October 14, 2020

If you’re frustrated by the first presidential debate from a couple weeks ago and (quite possibly) the overall political climate of America, this post is…

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When God Doesn’t Feel Like Enough: Worshipping Gods We Can See or Control

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When God Doesn’t Feel Like Enough: Worshipping Gods We Can See or Control

By Samantha Swanson September 18, 2020

When reading the stories of the Old Testament, do you ever find yourself surprised by how quickly the Israelites mess up...? If I’m honest, I’ve…

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