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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

God Delights in Me – He Even Conspired to Be Sure I Know

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

God delights in me and it's amazing what He will use to reassure me of this truth. #godslove #identityinChrist

God delights in me. I know that to be true. Most days. On a head-level, yes. On a heart-level, sometimes. In this world where we’re often second-guessing ourselves, being measured up to others (sometimes thanks to our own doing), it’s hard to remember this truth: God delights in you! I’ve been amazed at some of […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: books, books for women, God delights, personal development

How to Personalize your New Year

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Personalize Your New Year - SunSparkleShine #newyear #goals #resolutions #personaldevelopment

Don’t you just wish you could personalize your New Year? You know, create your year just the way you want it based on what works best for you? No more cookie-cutter approach to creating the year your dreams. As the New Year quickly approaches I’m getting more and more excited by the minute! I love […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: goals, new beginnings, New Year, personal development, Spark Success

How to Explore Spiritual Gifts (when you don’t know where to start)

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Tips for exploring your spiritual gifts from SunSparkleShine.com

Is it just me or does it seem like everyone knows what their spiritual gifts are? Everyone but me. I have to admit, I’m not always good at viewing myself clearly. Thank goodness for self-assessments and other self-administered tests. Most times, I’m not surprised by the findings, it’s just that I’d never figure them out […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: life to the full, personal development, self improvement, spiritual gifts

Raising Girls Who Shine- 3 Things You Need to Know

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Raising girls is an honour, a blessing and a challenge. These tips show how to influence them for good through our example and time well spent. It requires time and energy and you will even go against the grain but the time we spend investing in our girls is so worth it! Don’t you agree? So let’s help them shine.

In today’s world, raising girls is not a walk in the park. It seems everyone has something to sell and tell them. But sadly, not all of it is for their good. Whether you’re a mom, auntie, or a role model, you can influence our girls for good. Here are 3 areas where we can shine, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: personal development, raising girls, self care

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