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3 Ways to Celebrate Women Any Day of the Year

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Here are three ways to celebrate women without apology. Based on biblical truth that will foster Christian community, International Women's Day or any day.

As a Christian woman, I am keenly aware that my personal views, the truths recorded in the Bible and the mainstream views of our modern-day society, are often at odds. This is especially true when it comes to the topic of women versus men and whether or not to celebrate women. The question in my mind is, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: biblical truth, celebrate life, friendship, International Women's Day, successful women, women

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

Easy Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer with Christmas Cards

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

If you love to spread holiday cheer, there's no easier way to do so than with Christmas cards. And it doesn’t have to be overwhelming or time consuming. Here are a few fun ways to make your Christmas card experience faster, easier and fun.

I love to spread holiday cheer. For me, it’s all about that Christmas spirit. And there’s no easier way to do so than with Christmas cards. But I can almost hear you moaning from the other side of the screen. The thought of writing and sending Christmas cards might make you want to squirm in […]

Filed Under: Relationships Tagged With: Basic Invite, Christmas, friendship, holidays

Why is Friendship Important in a Disconnected World

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

In an increasingly disconnected world, making deep connections with others can feel like a daunting task. Why is friendship important anyway? Let's pause to consider the benefits of friendship. #friendship #loveoneanother #community

Friends. Can’t live with ’em, can’t live without ’em. Is that your view of friendship? Many times we want the benefit of friendships but don’t want the hassle of making them work. Why is friendship important anyway? It’s all too tempting to avoid keeping up with friends. Don’t even mention starting new friendships. In an […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: encouragement for women, friends, friendship, Summer Sizzle Blog Hop

The Best Way to Unlock Your Friendship Goals

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Are you seeking lasting friendships? We all have friendship goals. Here's the number one way to achieve them and the one thing that's been holding you back.

We might not admit it but we all have friendship goals. I mean, who doesn’t want to have friends, right? Life is hard enough as it is, imagine trying to do it all on your own. We all need friends in our corner. So what is it that gets in our way of developing meaningful […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, encouragement for women, friendship, friendship goals, guest post, true friends

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