Proverbs 17:27

There are other words I object to simply because I am sick to death of hearing them used incorrectly. I am not talking about the standard grammar-cop kind of stuff some folks get bent out of shape ……

By Elizabeth Prata In 1558, Scottish Reformer and minister John Knox wrote a treatise called “The First Blast of the Trumpet Against the Monstruous Regiment of Women”. In it, Knox proff……

“He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.” (Proverbs 17:27) It’s Valentine’s Day week! How will you tell your sweetheart, “I love you”? ……

“A person convinced against his will is of the same opinion still.” My non-meddlesome mom knows this. But the older I get the more I want her advice.…

Our words matter. The content of what we say and what we listen to. Using our words well heals rather than harms others.…

Alex’s desire to be done with any situation he wasn’t enjoying anymore was maddening. However, I do understand his feelings. Sometimes even grown-ups are done with a situation or trial long before ……

Are we going out of our way to assume the best rather than the worst? Are we laboring to share our opinions in a spirit of love and grace?…

In our last blog we shared part one of the responses from our EPM staff and board members to the question Stephanie Anderson asked, “What is God teaching you in this season?” Today’s blog is part two. I think you’ll be greatly encouraged by what they had to share, and...…

Today’s blog is the second in a series of five with Scripture on the impact and importance of our words (see part one). The following verses remind us of the importance of actually listening and reading before we respond, both in person and online. Sadly, many of us don’t know...…