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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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Firefighters for Christ International Partners with the CMR

December 16, 2020 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

Joe Lindaman, President of Firefighters for Christ International, joins Chris and Alisa Grace to announce a brand new partnership that will provide resources for firefighters to pursue and develop healthy, Christ-centered relationships.

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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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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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Dating and Long Distance Burnout

November 17, 2020 — Alisa Grace

My boyfriend and I started dating in February before quarantine. It was lots of fun, so we started doing long distance when COVID hit. We’ve been doing long distance a while now, but he says he's lost energy for the relationship and isn't sure if he wants to continue. Right now we're on a break so we can take a breather, pray about it and think it through. Do you have any advice about “relational burn out” or if this might be a point where we call it off?

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The Power of With

October 27, 2020 — Willa Williams

We were made to be in relationship with others. As this challenging season of quarantine seems to drag on, Willa Williams shares how we can seek others and shares the power and hope that can be found in connecting with others.

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How Coronavirus Strengthened My Marriage

October 6, 2020 — Natalie Comstock

Life was a fast-paced sprint until COVID-19. The world shut down and life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. In today’s blog, Natalie Comstock talks about the blessing in disguise that this was for her marriage. She shares how slowing down and reevaluating what matters most in life is a gift that we can all learn from in this unique time.

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On the Brink of Divorce

September 22, 2020 — Willa Williams

"My husband and I are in crisis and on the brink of breaking up. We don't want to because we have two kids, but something has to change. What initial steps should we take in mending the relationship?"

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Do You Feel Anxious? Is it Affecting Your Relationships with Others?

September 15, 2020 — Chris Grace

Dr. Chris Grace explains the effects of anxiety on relationships and what healthy steps you can take if you are experiencing those symptoms.

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