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The Cross Means Freedom For Me

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Paige Givens

Freedom…it’s getting to run as fast as I can across the field to Granny’s, the wind slapping my hair all around. It’s getting to swing as high as I can in Paw-Paw’s swing under the big Oak tree with its … Continue reading →

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To the Christian Teacher in a Public School

Posted on July 29, 2017 by Paige Givens

How many times have you heard the term (or one similar) “They’ve taken God out of public schools!”? I’ve heard it many, many times but so far it has failed to worry me. Don’t get me wrong, it saddens me that … Continue reading →

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Cancer Was Not The End of My Journey: Becky’s Story

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Paige Givens

My dad grew up as the third in line of five children to my grandparents. He and his two brothers and two sisters can keep a person entertained for hours with their stories from the growing up years. There are … Continue reading →

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To Moms: There Are Lies That Are Stealing Your Memories

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Paige Givens

I love being a mom. Long ago, I had pictures and stories in my mind of the kind of mom I’d be before I ever had kids. I played out the scenes of my kids’ childhood in my mind, and … Continue reading →

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Who Are You Called to Be?

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Paige Givens

Usually when I sit down to write, the words flow out like water. They are fluid, twisting here and there, and I am comfortable following them as they move. Today is a little different. Today, I’m sitting here and I’m … Continue reading →

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Walk to You: Jayson and Hannah’s Story

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Paige Givens

Matthew 14: 22-31 “The boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the … Continue reading →

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Memories Can Happen Without Warning

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Paige Givens

Have you ever been on your way home after a busy day, with thoughts filling your mind and stealing your attention, and suddenly, you look up and you’re home? Have you ever thought “How’d I get here? I don’t even … Continue reading →

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I Have Decided

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Paige Givens

“Decide today who you will serve…as for my family and me, we will serve the LORD.” Joshua 24:15 Undecided. That’s what I marked as my major on a college application. I’d always thought I’d major in music. But as high … Continue reading →

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This is my story…

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Paige Givens

The beginning of my story goes way back. I mean waaaaaayyyyy back. Like back when God created the world. The very One who spoke the universe into existence, who made the land and the seas, who created every living and … Continue reading →

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