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Cold Days, Warm Hearts

Pittsburgh has been hit with a cold front lately, with high temperatures in the teens—the kind of cold that sends us bundling up but still finding fun wherever possible. Our days have been a mix of playing outside despite the chill and finding ways to get the kids’ wiggles out when it’s just too cold to be outdoors.

Dad with kids outside in the snow

We’ve layered up for time outside and we’ve been getting creative indoors by turning the living room into a mini playground and heading to the candy store! (more…)

5 Encouraging Bible Verses for Anxiety

Anxiety is something we all deal with at one point or another. It has a way of wiggling itself into our minds, leaving us distracted by fears about the future. In anxiety-riddled moments, it can be hard to find peace and clarity. The most reassuring tool for me to combat anxiety is God’s Word. It offers comfort when those anxious thoughts threaten to take over my mind and heart.

5 encouraging Bible verses for anxiety

These are my personal favorite Bible verses to combat anxiety–they’re the ones that are lock screens on my phone, scattered around my house on notecards, and highlighted in my Bible. If you need a dose of comfort today, I pray these 5 encouraging Bible verses for anxiety can calm your heart, strengthen your faith, and point you to the One who is always with us and loves us beyond measure. (more…)