Genesis 1:27

“It’s okay for people to reject you, but it’s not okay for you to reject yourself.” – Brilliant advice from my friend, Chris Linnares. God made you and He loves you. Don’t insult Him by insulting His most wonderful creation- YOU! Genesis 1:27 says, “So God created mankind in his own image, in the image

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How Kindness Healed Me

I recently realized I’ve been writing this column for almost exactly two years. I still remember standing on stage at The Avalon in downtown Fargo for the launch party of the new SheSays section. I felt so proud to be included in such a prominent group of female writers and more than a little overwhelmed

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Romans 12:15

You don’t need lots of words to show kindness. You only need two: I’m here. Romans 12:15 says, “Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.”

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John 8:31-32

I think what people want most from us is what we’re most afraid to give: They want our truth. In John 8:31-32, Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you

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Jeremiah 29:11

As I reflect on my life thus far, I can’t help but think, “I’ll be darned! God really did have a plan!” The whole enormity of it honestly brings tears to my eyes… Jeremiah 29:11 says “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to

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Genesis 1:21

Take the time to stand in awe of something today. And to read Genesis 1:21. “So God created great sea creatures and every living thing that scurries and swarms in the water, and every sort of bird—each producing offspring of the same kind. And God saw that it was good.”

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Proverbs 27:17

There is no finite amount of success in the world. Showing kindness to your competition may even earn you an ally as you search for your piece of the pie. Proverbs 27:17 says “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

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