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Start with Good Intentions but Don’t Stop There

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Having good intentions is a good place to start but how far will that get you in achieving your dreams?

It is said that the road to hell is paved with good intentions. I’m not sure about that but I can tell you if I had a dollar for all the times I had good intentions when starting a project, I’d be a rich woman. Now ask me about how good I’ve been about following […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: personal development, time management, time to shine

Get More Done with these 5 Time Management Strategies

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Get more done in a day with these time management hacks used by the experts.

If I could just get more done in a day. Do you find yourself saying that often, friend? It’s not just me, right? That’s why everywhere you turn there are time management tips, tricks and resources to help you get stuff done. It’s not enough to dream of the life we want. It’s not even […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: get more done, personal development, productivity, time management, time to shine, time to shine course

5 Ways to Make Today Count

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Ever wondered how to make today count when life is moving at lightening speed? Here are 5 surefire ways to rekindle your spark and make today count.

Have you ever wondered how to make today count when life is moving at lightening speed? Perhaps you’re discouraged as you reflect on your year so far. Many lose track of their good intentions in the first quarter of the year, so by September we find ourselves in one of two camps. Either you’re waiting […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: make today count, personal development, time management

Choosing to Write Your Story in the Middle of the Mess

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Have you ever felt called to write your story but couldn't get past the mess in your life? What if God is calling you to write it anyway? Will you respond? #iamwriting #mystory

Have you ever felt called to write your story? I don’t necessarily mean writing a book. Although, that might be what you feel called to do. Writing your story can take many forms other than a published book. It can simply mean taking the time to reflect on what God is doing in the here […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: encouragement for women, guest post, hope

6 Promises of the Goodness of God

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

6 Promises of the Goodness of God are laid out in His word. #Godspromises #faith #hope

If you’ve ever wondered about the goodness of God, I’ve got some good news for you today. Melanie Redd, my dear friend and Christian writer, is here to share not just one but six promises from God that we can take to the bank. Melanie is the founder of the online ministry, Ministry of Hope […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, guest post, hope

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