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In Everything Give Thanks

Thursday, 23 November 2017 by TOSBlog

Giving thanks is easy when things are going well. The bills are paid, the kids are healthy, you are caught up on the laundry—these are all easy times to be thankful! What about those not so easy times? The doctor report wasn’t good, your kids are just not getting the hang of math for

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Offer Hospitality

Wednesday, 22 November 2017 by TOSBlog

I have a love-hate relationship with the fall season. I’m mesmerized by the beauty of the changing landscape, while reaching for a thick sweater as I grumble over the dropping temperatures. Not only am I conflicted over weather changes but also feel both excited and anxious over approaching holidays. Once the pumpkins are removed

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How to have an Attitude of Gratitude

Tuesday, 21 November 2017 by TOSBlog

As Americans, November represents the traditional time to thank God for our blessings. It’s a time to celebrate memories with loved ones as we gobble down turkey and delicious pumpkin pie. It’s a time to relax from our rigorous homeschool schedules. It’s also a time to remember—we should ALWAYS have an ATTITUDE of GRATITUDE!

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Seasons: Pilgrim Reflections

Monday, 20 November 2017 by TOSBlog

1621: a small band of people, who called themselves Strangers, sailed away from a dock in Plymouth, England, destined for a land they had never seen before. Simply trying to find a haven to worship freely, the Separatists felt God leading them to the New World; they would not rebel against King James I

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