Defeating the Cycle of “Stinkin Thinkin” and Learned Emotions

Hi, I am Stephanie, and I am my own worst enemy. I am harsh, demanding, and critical of myself.  I will put myself down and call myself horrible names. My mood changes rapidly, depending on how I think someone thinks about me. I am easily offended.  On any given day, I can rotate between feelings of shame, unworthiness, and loneliness. I care what people think of me.  I care so much what people think of me that I do my best to live up to certain expectations but fall short EVERY TIME. Sweet friends, please tell me I am not alone in this thinking!…

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FREE! Printable Scripture Cards

I am so excited to announce today that I have (FINALLY!) finished the free printable scripture cards I talked about a really....LONG...time ago.  (Honestly, I don't know why it took me so long). Whenever you sign up to receive Making the Most updates, you'll receive these free printable scripture cards in your inbox.  They are fantastic little reminders that God is with us every moment of every day, and they are so easy just to print out and carry along with you.  I print mine on cardstock, laminate them (because I love to laminate), punch a hole in the top left…

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Young Lives Matter: 5 Ways to Make a Difference in the Lives of Young People

Being looked down on. It's something that many young people struggle with at work, in the world, and especially in the church. Even though I'm almost thirty, I still fight this negative attitude when dealing with family and even in my church (which I love, by the way). Being looked down on because of your age can often be frustrating. Sometimes older people think that young people are immature, inexperienced, and that they don't know what they're talking about. We talk about how black lives matter and how blue lives matter, but how often do we recognize stereotypes--even discrimination--toward young…

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Scripture Sunday: How Can We Pray for You?

This Sunday, we'd like to encourage you to share your prayer requests, that we might be able to keep you in our prayers. Did you know that the Bible instructs us to pray for each other?  To intercede on behalf of those we love as well as those we may not even like?  1 Timothy 2:1 says, "I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them." Not only are we told to speak on behalf of our brothers and sisters in Christ, but for all people…

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Scripture Sunday: Psalm 18

A few weeks ago, I opened my Bible to Psalm 18.  As I read through it, I felt God speaking to me in different areas, and I hope He will speak to you in that way too.  Remember this week, as you begin a new year, that God is your rock, your fortress, your savior, your protector.  Remember the promises He has made.  He never breaks His promises. I love you, lord; you are my strength. The lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the…

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