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What’s So Glorious about the Glorious Fourth?
A message from Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council www.frc.org “And where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty.” II Corinthians 3:17 Everyone should be a patriot. Whatever your country, whoever your people are, you should love your land and love your countrymen. And where does this love of country begin? That […]
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1. July 2006
A message from Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council "And where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty." II Corinthians 3:17Everyone should be a patriot. Whatever your country, whoever your people are, you should love your land and love your countrymen. And where does this love of country begin? That great English friend of liberty, Edmund Burke, said it began in the home. "We begin our public affections in our families." So it's not surprising that we who stress the importance of the family in American life also foster the celebration of patriotism.
Continue reading...Life Is Not a Spectator Sport
29. June 2006
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By Darla Isackson, Meridian Magazine Writer “We have the whole evening to do whatever you choose. What do you want to do?” My friend asked her grandson, Derrick. “I want to watch videos or go to a movie,” he replied. Today’s children are following the example of many adults to become watchers instead of doers, […]
Continue reading...Honoring Fathers
13. June 2006
To all of you hard working, loving fathers out there we send a huge THANK YOU for doing a job that can at times feel challenging and unappreciated. What you do every day matters significantly to the success and joy of your family and our world. You are deeply appreciated. We hope you enjoy the […]
Continue reading...Divorce Stinks, and We’re Not Kidding!
18. May 2006
Even the unhappiest of situations can be turned around when the husband and wife are willing to put forth the effort to discover the problem and work on it. For some crazy reason some spouses think they will be happier with a new partner. The divorce rate for second and third marriages far exceeds that of first marriages. Why is that? Because the same pattern is repeated, and they keep looking for the "ideal" husband or wife to magically turn up next time around. It's been accurately said that if you think the grass is greener on the other side of the fence then it's time to start watering your own grass.
Continue reading...Put a Spit Shine On Your Marriage
18. May 2006
Recently after one of our marriage seminars a couple came up after and said, “We almost didn’t come because our marriage is doing just fine. Then we decided that we want to keep it that way so we came, and we saw some things we need to do to polish it up and make it […]
Continue reading...Safeguard Your Marriage
18. May 2006
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Safeguarding your marriage takes a constant vigil. Infidelity can happen to the best of marriages if either husband or wife participates in seemingly innocent activities that little by little remove their protective armor. In marriage, spouses must do everything they can to guard their fidelity and never compromise that sacred trust. When this trust is […]
Continue reading...Laugh a Lot—Marriage Needs a Sense of Humor
8. May 2006
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There is a choice little verse in the Bible that says, “Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest . . .” (Eccl. 9:9). Finding the humor in everyday situations is a great way to live joyfully with your mate. If you don’t look for the humor in these situations they may pass you by. […]
Continue reading...What’s Happening in Your School?
8. May 2006
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In most areas of the world our children have put on their back packs and headed out the door as schools begin another year. The time when we could give our kids a hug and kiss and send them off without a worry regarding what they would be taught is long gone. The hug and […]
Continue reading...Couples Need to Follow Each Other’s Dreams
29. April 2006
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Have you ever wanted something and your spouse thinks it’s out of the question or nonsense? Does he or she say, “You know that’s not possible. Get that idea out of your head.” or “We can’t afford it!” or “That’s the last thing on earth I want to do.” When you share your heart, your […]
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1. July 2006
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