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Moving Forward
Moving Forward
by   July 18, 2026 with No Comments

By Doug Creamer Moving Forward             The older I get the more I realize the human body is miraculous. We … Continue Reading…

The Gift
The Gift
by   July 17, 2026 with No Comments

By Roger Barbee According to a Google search I recently conducted, as many adults regularly play chess as are users … Continue Reading…

When Everyone Talks Heat!
When Everyone Talks Heat!
by   July 16, 2026 with No Comments

By David Freeze Gotta’ Run When Everyone Talks Heat!    No doubt about it, the first words that outdoor exercisers … Continue Reading…

Forever Young
Forever Young
by   July 15, 2026 with No Comments

By Lynna Clark A group of older ladies were clucking along in their sewing circle complaining of their aches and … Continue Reading…

Let’s Start a Wave!
Let’s Start a Wave!
by   July 14, 2026 with No Comments

Steve Hartman tells the story of a little boy who changed the neighborhood he lives in right here in NC! … Continue Reading…

Identify Negative Thought Patterns
Identify Negative Thought Patterns
by   July 13, 2026 with No Comments

Listen as Max Lucado shares how your negative thoughts need to be uprooted and replaced with better thoughts… You will … Continue Reading…

Cuckoo Prayers
Cuckoo Prayers
by   July 12, 2026 with No Comments

By Ashlie Miller If you have a toddler in your life, you know they can become obsessed with almost anything. … Continue Reading…

Celebrating & Struggling
Celebrating & Struggling
by   July 11, 2026 with No Comments

By Doug Creamer Celebrating and Struggling             I hope you had some good food and some great fellowship over the … 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"