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When You Battle Anxiety
When You Battle Anxiety
by   June 9, 2026 with No Comments

What do you do when anxiety starts to drive the car of your life. God has a plan. Listen as … Continue Reading…

A Hike for Learning
A Hike for Learning
by   June 9, 2026 with No Comments

Steve Hartman tells the story of an inner city high school that requires its students to take a hike…literally. ENJOY!

Randy & Vicki
Randy & Vicki
by   June 8, 2026 with No Comments

By Ann Farabee Randy and Vicki I lost two friends last week.  The good news is I know where they … Continue Reading…

18 Years of Waiting
18 Years of Waiting
by   June 7, 2026 with No Comments

By Ashlie Miller Recently, our 18-year-old son graduated from high school. While he was but a newborn, an event nearby … Continue Reading…

To the Class of 2026
To the Class of 2026
by   June 6, 2026 with No Comments

By Doug Creamer To the Class of 2026             It’s graduation season and young people are spreading their wings and … Continue Reading…

Reading Old Journals
Reading Old Journals
by   June 5, 2026 with No Comments

By Roger Barbee Reading Old Journals Reading old journals can be an unsettling or a rich experience. Having thought of … Continue Reading…

Quick Primer on Nutrition
Quick Primer on Nutrition
by   June 4, 2026 with No Comments

By David Freeze Quick Primer on Nutrition and Upcoming Races    I have been teaching group classes for runners for … Continue Reading…

Fuzzy Mullet
Fuzzy Mullet
by   June 3, 2026 with No Comments

By Lynna Clark There she was again. I kept running into this woman I was acquainted with long ago, usually … Continue Reading…

EncouragingU: Summer Stories

Do you need a break from the winter blahs? Check out our book, EncouragingU: Summer Stories. Our hope is that you will carry this book to the beach, the mountains, your front porch, or wherever summer travels take you. Our hope is that God speaks to your heart as you read, stirring up summer memories and the joys of summer that you savor. Be encouraged! Be refreshed! From the writers at EncouragingU.com!
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An EncouragingU Christmas

Our book will help prepare your heart for the most special time of the year. It's a great book to share with family and friends. Order it now so you will be ready when the season rolls around.
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Dr. Jim Howard is a retired pastor who often created sayings that helped you remember key concepts. Over time they became known as "Jim-isms"