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Relationships that Sparkle

A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. – John 13:34

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It’s a beautiful thing when we enjoy community with others. Here you will find posts about family, marriage, parenting, friendships and practical ways we can love one another as Christ taught us.

3 Steps When You Want to Be the Light

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

God calls us to be the light but the truth is that's easier said than done. These tips will remind you why and how to be the light to others.

God calls us to be the light. Sometimes, okay most times, that’s easier said than done. That’s why I’m so happy to have my long time Christian blogging friend, Betsy de Cruz as my guest today for the Shining Like Stars series. Betsy shares her heart on what it looks like to be the light […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: guest post, hope for the hurting, light in the darkness, shine your light

Back to School Survival Tips for Moms

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Getting ready for back to school is not just for kids. This resource list will get moms in the right mindset to conquer the first day of school and beyond.

With back to school right around the corner, moms all over are wondering how will they ever survive. For me it seems like as soon as summer starts it’s almost over. Before you blink it’s time to go back to school. I recall several first days of school where I wished I was better prepared. This […]

Filed Under: Intentional Living, Parenting Tagged With: back to school, encouragement, moms, motherhood, parenting, resources

3 Ways Grace Strengthens the Bonds of Friendship

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Grace is a powerful connector which strengthens the bonds of friendship. Regarless of differences or distance between us we can stay connected with friends.

Don’t you just love how the bonds of friendship can keep us connected to friends we haven’t seen in decades? But what about those new friends we might be meeting for the first time? How can we strengthen those bonds and deepen our friendships, especially when adult friendships can feel like such a challenge? In […]

Filed Under: Relationships, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: friends, friendship, friendship goals, guest post, relationships, true friends

How to Brighten Your World with the Power of Words

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Where would we be without words? We know from experience that the power of words can make a difference. Careless words can wound. But carefully chosen words can brighten our world!

We know from experience that the power of words can make a difference. Careless words can wound. But carefully chosen words can brighten our world! Today, I have the honor of welcoming my long-time blogging friend, Dianne Thornton to speak words of life to us. Dianne knows a thing or two about the power of […]

Filed Under: Relationships, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: guest post, relationships, shine your light, shining for Christ, shining like stars, words

When You Find True Love — It’s Amazing!

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Looking for one true love? This love is bigger and more amazing than you ever can imagine. And it's the top way to get swept off your feet. Try it and see. 

The closer we get to Valentine’s Day the stories keep coming. You’ve seen them too. There’s the article about 10 ways to love your spouse,  25 Valentine’s Day gift ideas, how to find true love and the top 10 things to do on Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong. I’m as much a Valentine’s fan as […]

Filed Under: Devotions, Faith, Relationships, Walking with God Tagged With: encouragement for women, God's love, love, true love, Valentine's Day

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