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Lauren Heaton

Advent Week 3: Unconditional Joy

December 18, 2023 by Lauren Heaton Leave a Comment

Advent Week 3 by Lauren Heaton

For those of you who are having a hard time getting in the Christmas Spirit or finding joy in your daily life, I understand. I tenaciously pursue God’s joy but have been like a treasure hunter searching for treasure in North America while using a map of Asia. Suffice to say, it’s not working out for me.

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Romanticized Use: Hollywood’s Version of Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2022 by Lauren Heaton Leave a Comment

valentine's day

If it looks like love and sounds like love then it sells as love. The problem? Our culture has romanticized using another person for personal pleasure.

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Onward And Upwards Toward Heaven

May 3, 2020 by Lauren Heaton Leave a Comment

Onward and Upwards

A few years ago I lived through a trauma while studying abroad which caused me to experience a depression and it seemed as though I had lost myself. I remember sitting at the foot of the altar in my church begging …

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The Colors of Faith

April 20, 2020 by Lauren Heaton Leave a Comment

The Colors of Faith

They say that our true colors show in times of trial. What colors are you exhibiting right now?

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Holy Week 2020: What He’s Done for Me

April 9, 2020 by Lauren Heaton Leave a Comment

crucifixion of Christ and discipleship

Holy Week. I’m not ready. Not sure I have the strength. Not sure if I’m ready to think about more sacrifices. And I don’t want to think about the suffering you went through, Lord Jesus.

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