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Controlling Anger: 7 Truths You Need to Know

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

If you think that controlling anger is impossible, we've got some hope for you. Ruthie Gray shares pearls of parenting wisdom in this feature article. #parenting #anger #discipline

If you ever felt helpless about controlling anger, I’ve got some good news for you. Chances are you’ve been trying to do it on your own strength and there’s a reason (or seven) why it feels impossible. Today, my friend Ruthie Gray is my guest for the #SummerSizzleBlogHop. I like to joke and tell friends that I […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, anger, guest post, parenting, parenting advice, personal development

5 Responses When You Feel Not Good Enough

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

We all feel inadequate sometimes but when you start to believe you're not good enough, it's time for some truth. These responses will turn those lies around and get you back on your feet. Stand confidently in Christ. #identityinChrist #selfesteem #confidence

For any one who ever felt not good enough, there are a number of questions that run through your head. For today’s #SummerSizzleBlogHop feature I welcome my friend, Valerie Murray to address this very topic. Valerie is on a mission to help women conquer their fears and feelings of inadequacy. I’ve seen firsthand how she victoriously fought her […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, confidence, guest post, identity, identity in Christ, self esteem

The Big List of Mom Blogs Christian Moms Love

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

With so many mom blogs out there, how do you find the best one for you? We've scoured the internet to bring you this big list of mom blogs that are perfect for the Christian mom. #moms #momblogs #parenting

If you’ve spent any time on the internet at all you’ve likely run into a Mom Blog or two, or three. There are quite a few out there and today, my friend Carmen Brown (Married by His Grace) is giving us the scoop on her favorites. Carmen and I met in person a year ago […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, guest post, motherhood, parenting, parenting advice

How to Listen and Make Relationships Sparkle

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

What makes a good listener? Here are five tips on how to listen better in a way that improves communications and builds relationships. #communication #listen #relationships

Communication is one of those things that can either make or break a relationship. So, learning how to listen better should be high on our list. For this week’s #SummerSizzleBlogHop series, I have my friend Dawn Klinge with me to share what she’s learned about how to listen well. By the way, the #SummerSizzleBlogHop series features nine […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, communication, guest post, listen, love one another, relationships

10 Favorite Ways to Give Thanks to the Lord

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Saying thank you comes easily to many, but do you ever wonder if your actions match up? What if we stopped to consider all the ways we could give thanks to the Lord? Here are some of our favorite ways to do so. #thanks #gratitude

There’s a favorite chorus of mine based on the line in Psalm 118 that says give thanks to the Lord for He is good.  Sometimes we’re quick to say ‘thank you’ without thinking about what it means. Well, for today’s #SummerSizzleBlogHop my friend Deb Wolf shares her top 10 favorite ways to give thanks to the […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, giving thanks, guest post, thanks, thanksgiving

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