A Question of Identity: Who Are You Really? | alyssasjhoward.com
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A Question of Identity: Who Are You Really?

Are you a follower of Jesus? Or in other words, do you find your identity in Him? It’s a simple yes or no question. In Matthew chapter 26, it was a question that Peter couldn’t answer. Of all people, one would think that a disciple of Jesus could have answered that question with ease. He…

True Love is Patient (even when we don't want to be) | alyssajhoward.com
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True Love is Patient (even when we don’t want to be)

1 Corinthians 13 is known as the Bible’s “love” chapter. Often read at weddings, this chapter gives us a long list of character traits that true love exhibits. One thing I find particularly interesting, however, is that the very first attribute listed is patience. (Everyone’s favorite – right?) Yes, true love is patient, which makes the…

Facing Criticism in a World that Loves to Criticize | alyssajhoward.com
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Facing Criticism in a World that Loves to Criticize

Criticism happens. Sometimes it can be a positive or constructive tool in our lives; but more often than not, it ends up leading to hurt feelings and offense. In school, our teachers critique the homework we submit. In the workplace, our boss is criticizing our job performance. At home, our friends and family critique the…

Church... Do I Really Need to Go Every Week? | alyssajhoward.com
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Do I Really Need to Go to Church Every Week?

Do I really need to go to church every week? This question is becoming more and more common in today’s culture. I grew up in church my whole life, and as a believer, attending church simply came with the territory. I never questioned going because I believed that it was something Christians were fundamentally called…