Author Archives: Paige Givens

I Saw the Cross of Jesus

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Paige Givens

I saw the cross of Jesus, when burdened with my sin; I sought the cross of Jesus, to give me peace within; I brought my soul to Jesus, He cleansed it in His blood; And in the cross of Jesus … Continue reading →

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The God Who Makes All Things New: A Song

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Paige Givens

“The LORD’S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail. They are new every morning.” Lamentations 3:23 The God Who Makes All Things New                                   … Continue reading →

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The Cain Effect

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Paige Givens

My husband is guest blogging this week! I’m so excited to share his words of wisdom. He recently taught our Sunday School class at church, and he shared what he’d been learning about what we give to God. Here is … Continue reading →

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Teachers Say The Craziest Things

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Paige Givens

You know, kids say crazy stuff. They do crazy stuff. And those of us who spend most of our days around them end up saying and doing crazy things ourselves. When a teacher is “in the moment,” sometimes words come … Continue reading →

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What Is Your Name?

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Paige Givens

Muncher. My maiden name is Muncher. I never really thought anything about it until I reached junior high school and the teacher started laughing when she read the roll! She wasn’t being cruel or anything, she just…couldn’t help it. Paired … Continue reading →

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What Boys Go Through

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Paige Givens

Boys go through clothes quicker than a wink. Especially the knees of their pants. Nice pants, play pants, athletic pants, blue jeans…it doesn’t matter. Within weeks, days even…the pants get lighter and lighter on the knees, and then one day … Continue reading →

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When You Love Someone…

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Paige Givens

I didn’t want to go. I had better plans for the night, and now I was being asked to put them aside. My plans were to go to the movies. I wanted to see the opening night of Armageddon. Ben Affleck … Continue reading →

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The Call: Heith and Kelsey’s Story

Posted on February 7, 2017 by Paige Givens

Several years ago at Meet the Teacher Night, I met a  sweet, tender-hearted,  blond-haired, blue-eyed little kindergarten boy. He shyly waved hello as I stooped down to introduce myself to him. When I looked up, his parents stood together behind … Continue reading →

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2017: When the New Wears Off

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Paige Givens

It’s a new year! Such a great time for starting fresh. Many are working on fitness and health, work goals, house (and life) organization, and personal growth. But for every person who looks forward to the new season with a … Continue reading →

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Reclaimed

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Paige Givens

Reclaimed wood and furniture has become the decorating route for so many of my friends in recent years. Hit shows like Fixer Upper, Flea Market Flip, and American Pickers have inspired us all to use resources that are just right at our fingertips. Things we … Continue reading →

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