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As women we define ourselves by our relationships – wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. However, relationships can be difficult at times because people are different. In fact, we are unique – one of a kind, originals by the design of our DNA. Then factor in differences in gender,values, world views and other life influences and it gets a little crazy.   The Bible tells us in Romans 12: 18 “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” If living at peace depends on me then I need some tools for knowing how to get along. Knowing the personalities and understanding what motivates them can help us to get along better. We will know how to adjust our expectations so we aren’t as frustrated.   For example: The Perfect, Proper Melancholy wouldn’t think of being late to anything; she’s usually early. She [...]

The buzz of women talking, buying, squealing with laughter and excitement in the air is what I remember about the Women of Purpose Conference 2009.   The dynamic worship and passionate speakers were not the only ones who ministered to me last year.  The whole experience involving many different people inspired and challenged me.    First, it was a friend whom I hadn’t seen for a few months.  She hunted me down in the restroom to share that what I had spoken into her life had nudged her to make a life changing decision.  Her excitement was electrifying for me and started the conference off with a bang.    Second, the Thursday night Prayer Walk proved to be a catalyst for what I would receive the rest of the weekend.  The Word was read as people felt lead and different people prayed as prompted by the Spirit or lead in a [...]

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