Tag Archives: writing

In Spite of Me

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Paige Givens

One day my sister and I took our bevy of boys to a local fast food restaraunt. Let me just say, we can’t sneak up on anyone. We came barreling in and the boys set the world record for the quickest eating time … Continue reading →

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What Jesus Thinks About My Children

Posted on June 15, 2015 by Paige Givens

 Then people brought little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples rebuked them.  Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom … Continue reading →

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A Journey of Faith, Hope, Charity, and a Little Grace: Sherry’s Story

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Paige Givens

My friend Sherry and her husband John have four extraordinary daughters. You don’t have to look very far to find out where the four daughters’ extraordinary qualities come from…just look at their parents! John is the Sunday School teacher for … Continue reading →

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Blueberry Picking

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Paige Givens

Words can be like blueberries. We need to wait for just the right time to share them, whether through spoken word, written word, or song. If we pick them too early, they will be bitter and will leave a bad … Continue reading →

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I Started A Blog This Year

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Paige Givens

I love words. And sometimes when I recall certain events in my life, words–like written words–flash across my mental view of those events. Does that happen to any of you? When I think of 2014, several words flash through my … Continue reading →

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To The Ones Who Are Weary

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Paige Givens

Are you weary? Are you heavy-hearted? Tell it to Jesus. I’ve sung the lyrics to that song so many times. Tell it to Jesus, tell it to Jesus! He is a Friend that’s well known. You’ve no other such a … 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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Draw Me Nearer

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Paige Givens

Being a kindergarten teacher, I have a special hidden talent that amazes my husband. I can read almost anything written by a child and make meaning out of it! It’s a talent that is shared by all other kindergarten and … Continue reading →

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After All

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Paige Givens

There are some gorgeous daylilies blooming in my yard right now. Their colors are so unique and vibrant. They actually bring a smile to face when I look at them, because I am reminded of how they got in my … Continue reading →

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Grace is My Story, Redemption’s My Song

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Paige Givens

My granddad is known for saying “What a time! What a time!” when something exiting, scary, or fun is happening. So basically, he says it all the time! Well, after this past weekend, the only thing I can think of … Continue reading →

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