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Stuck at Home: How Simply Reframing Your Circumstances Can Actually Make You Feel Happier

January 26, 2021 — Chris Grace

Being stuck at home has been a unique and individual experience for everyone. Some may be coping well while others are unfortunately not. In this blog, Dr. Chris Grace shares how simply reframing your circumstances can actually make you happier.

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How Do I Find Safe Relationships?

January 19, 2021 — Alison Cook

I've been dating my boyfriend for four months now and think he might be abusive. I was sitting in your Christian Perspectives class and as you described the details of abusive relationships, I realized that I am in one. How could this happen to me without realizing it? I know I need to break up with him, but I'm scared. If I could fall for someone that is abusive once, could I do it again? How do I know if someone is safe before it's too late?

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Is Your "Check Engine" Light On?

January 12, 2021 — Matthew Williams

Do you feel tired and overwhelmed? 2020 presented plenty of challenges that are going to take time to recover from. In today's blog, Biola professor Matt Williams offers 7 tools to help you "check your engine" to assess your well-being.

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Out with the Old and In with the New: A Hope-Filled Reflection for the New Year

January 5, 2021 — Chris Grace

The Bible says God has already begun the work of making things new, but why do we so often miss it? As we enter a new year with our hopes and dreams, Dr. Chris Grace reminds us of God’s promises and the hope we have in Him.

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FFCI Neighbor Love Initiative

December 16, 2020 — CMR Staff

Imagine opening your email to find this in your inbox...

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Why Are Holidays So Tense?

December 15, 2020 — Darcie Hultberg

With Christmas around the corner, as a student, I’m a little overwhelmed – ok, really overwhelmed. I want to make things meaningful and enjoyable with my friends and family, but in the past things have been tense. Do you have any practical tips or things I can do proactively to make this Christmas season joyful and keep my sanity?

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Don’t Ever Stop What You Are Doing!

December 11, 2020 — CMR Staff

“Are you married?” she asked. “Yes,” Chris replied questioningly. “Are you still married to the same woman?” “Yes, I am,” he replied again. Where was this going?

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How to Engage in Meaningful Conversations in a Superficial World

December 8, 2020 — Susan Yates

As we approach the holidays, family communication will become more and more prevalent. Often times, it can be difficult to have meaningful conversations. Susan Yates shares six steps to have significant conversations with family and how to raise great conversationalists.

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Should I Turn the Other Cheek?

December 2, 2020 — Alison Cook

"Recently, I've had to deal with an individual that is difficult, manipulative, and often downright mean. This relationship can be agonizing at times, but shouldn't I turn the other cheek? Isn't that how we're supposed to deal with challenging people?"

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Which Ring Are You Wearing?

November 24, 2020 — Jackie Bledsoe

Marriages go through different stages and seasons. While at times these can be challenging and difficult, there is a path towards growth and fulfillment. Bestselling author and international speaker Jackie Bledsoe shares a model for a lasting and fulfilling marriage based on his book, The 7 Rings of Marriage.

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