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Title: Mourning the Living: Navigating the Complexities of Anticipatory Grief
Grief is a journey fraught with twists and turns, highs and lows, and emotions that ebb and flow like the tide. It’s a journey that we often associate with the death of a loved one- a final farewell marked by tears and remembrance. Yet, what happens when the object of our grief is very much…
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Title: “You Are Not the Person I Married”: Navigating Change and Growth in Relationships
In the ebb and flow of life, change is inevitable—a truth that reverberates through the fabric of our relationships. What once seemed familiar and unchanging can transform before our very eyes, leaving us to grapple with the realization that the person we married is not the same as they once were. It’s a sentiment that…
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Title: The Bittersweet Art of Loving Enough to Let Go
Love is often portrayed as an unbreakable bond, a force that withstands the tests of time and tribulation. However, there are moments when loving someone means making the difficult decision to let them go. Loving enough to leave is a paradoxical act of selflessness and self-preservation, rooted in profound respect, compassion, and empathy. Understanding the…
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Title: Embracing Imperfect Perfection: Finding Grace in God’s Eyes
In a world that often demands perfection, it can be easy to feel inadequate, flawed, or unworthy. We strive to meet unattainable standards of beauty, success, and righteousness, only to find ourselves falling short time and time again. Yet, in the midst of our imperfections, there lies a profound truth: we are imperfectly perfect in…
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Title: Embracing Change: The Power of Letting Go and Moving Forward
Introduction: Change is inevitable. It’s the one constant in life that we can always count on. Yet, despite its inevitability, letting go of the past and moving forward can be one of the most challenging tasks we face. Whether it’s the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, or simply the passage of…
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The Divine Blueprint: God’s Interpretation of a Healthy Marriage
Introduction: Marriage, a sacred bond ordained by God, is a testament to love, commitment, and divine union. Yet, in a world fraught with challenges and misconceptions, understanding God’s interpretation of a healthy marriage is essential for nurturing a union that reflects His grace and wisdom. This blog delves into the timeless truths and spiritual principles…
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Embracing Independence: Nurturing Your Identity Within a Relationship
Introduction: Love is often described as a merging of souls, a union of hearts beating in harmony. While this union brings immense joy and fulfillment, it’s essential to remember that within the tapestry of love, each thread retains its own unique color and texture. In the journey of partnership, maintaining your individual identity is not…
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Unheard: The Struggle of Being Silenced in Your Relationship
Introduction: In the tapestry of love, communication is the thread that binds hearts together, weaving a narrative of understanding, empathy, and mutual respect. Yet, for some, the fabric of their relationships is marred by silence – a suffocating veil that shrouds their voice, stifles their emotions, and isolates them in a world of unspoken words.…
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Over it!
Please help me, Father, to write this post today. Please give me the insight to write what is needed for deliverance and freedom. Take hold of this keyboard and write what You want others to hear! I am at Your mercy right now, Lord. I am angry, tired, and frustrated and want to shout to…
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Getting Free When They Move Different
This blog is called Footsteps to Freedom. It is a blog about freeing yourself and growing in grace to be the strong individual you were designed to be. In walking towards your freedom, you will discover many hills and valleys. But you must keep moving towards your freedom, no matter what! You must keep it…