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361. Miscarriage: A Note To A Friend by Anna Wood  
     Too many people don't know what to do or say when a friend has suffered a miscarriage. This article explores ways to step in and help in this most difficult time. It also explores what to say when there seems to be nothing to say at all.
     
     
362. Letter to the Barren by Chris Umeweni  
     It's all about healing, restoration and hope.
     
     
363. PRAYER - FORGIVE ME FATHER by Richard L. Provencher  
     So often we malign our friends and family with words which sneak off our undisciplined tongue. Thank goodness we have a Father God who is forgiving so long as we recognize our shortcomings and turn to Him for help.
     
     
364. Marriage and Parenting: A God-Centered Paradigm by Dwight Turner  
     A look at how the roles we play in marriage and parenting provide us with hidden opportunities to "take up our cross." Describes the importance of placing service to God at the center of these relationships.
     
     
365. Problems? What Problems Have I Got? - a children's story by Peter Stone  
     A children's story that illustrates Matthew 7:1-5. 'Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?'
     
     
366. What Are You Scared Of? - a children's story by Peter Stone  
     A rather tongue-in-cheek children's story that illustrates the unfairness of bullying, and why we need to share God's gracious gifts with one another.
     
     
367. Why Are You Hiding? - a children's story by Peter Stone  
     A story written for children that encourages them to live their Christian life openly before their peers, so that others can see Christ revealed through them.
     
     
368. I'm So Unhappy All the Time - a Children's Story by Peter Stone  
     A story written for children that encourages them to live their lives as God intended them to live. Only by fulfilling our Creator's purpose for our lives can we find true, deep happiness in Christ.
     
     
369. Not Hide and Seek by Pat Murray  
     "Sh-h-h! You have to be quiet." My younger sister and I are huddled in the dark closet of our bedroom. We think we have found a good hiding place.
     
     
370. Where's Peter? by Yvonne Blake  
     This is an allegory of being part of the family of God.
     
     
371. Quirky by Jan Ackerson  
     A teen is troubled by her cousin's quirky behavior--until she figures out the cause, and seeks help for her.
     
     
372. Chased By Turtles by Jan Ackerson  
     A mother tries to deal with her daughter's devastating accident, and is taught a lesson in healing by her other daughter...and a pet snapping turtle.
     
     
373. Poot's Hatchet by Jan Ackerson  
     A girl learns a lesson in honesty from her brother.
     
     
374. Beautiful Lulu by Jan Ackerson  
     In the not-too-distant future, a woman whose child is born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is given the chance to undo the damage by changing Time.
     
     
375. Time Kills You Slowly by Jan Ackerson  
     A bitter, dying old man ruminates on losing his family because of a rash decision years ago.
     
     
376. Cinderella in Galoshes by Jan Ackerson  
     A new step-mother tries to win the heart of her step-daughter.
     
     
377. Stegosaurus by Jan Ackerson  
     The mother of a disabled little boy comes to terms with his disability.
     
     
378. FOR A WANDERING SON prayer by Richard L. Provencher  
     Many families have a son who has gone off into life's adventures and remains distant from family. Pray these sons will not forget they are loved and one day contact their moms and dads once again.
     
     
379. LISTEN UP LADIES essay by Richard L. Provencher  
     In my estimation too many ladies downgrade themselves when their first marriage turns into shambles and divorce is necessary. You are very worthwhile through prayer and belief in yourself.
     
     
380. THE GRANDPA I NEVER KNEW story by Richard L. Provencher  
     Grandpa's grow up too quickly too. Yet, in many ways they are remembered as special people. In this story, such is the case, through the thoughts of a grandson.
     
     
381. The Eyes of a Child: Reverence and Wonder by Dwight Turner  
     An article describing ways in which my four-year-old daughter became my spiritual teacher, particularly with her sense of wonder, awe, and reverence as she discovers her world. The spiritual aspects of having the eyes of a child are examined and evaluated.
     
     
382. Parents Who Kill by David T. Simmons  
     No one can deny the record number incidents of parents who kill their children. The all too familiar and common headlines across America document the horror:
     
     Father burns his child to death because of repeated requests to see her mother.
     Mother drowns her five children in bathtub......
     
     
383. Fredas Foibles - Carl's Garden by Freda Douglas  
     Read how a pious, unassuming man treated his enemies and learn. Original author
     unknown.
     
     
384. Passion by Seun Odunayo  
     Never again sit down idle without fulfilling your destiny. Rise up!
     
     
385. Service Projects for Preschoolers: How Your Family Can Make a Difference by Denise Oliveri  
     There is no better time to teach children about serving others then when they are young. That is why participating in service projects with your preschool is a great idea!
     
     
386. Just The Other Day by Joanne Sher  
     A free verse poem exploring the emotions of a toddler and his mother's reaction to a difficult life-change.
     
     
387. The Importance of Taking God on Vacation by Denise Oliveri  
     How often do you worship God regularly, but stop momentarily while you are on vacation? It's okay to admit; many families do it. You are missing, however, a great opportunity to share your faith with your kids, if you do.
     
     
388. Fredas Foibles - Thinking Aloud by Freda Douglas  
     Did you ever think about things that are wrong in the world or in your community, your government and you would like offer a solution or an opinion? Do it. Nobody has taken our right to free speech away from us, at least not yet.
     
     
     
389. Freda's Foibles - My Writing by Freda Douglas  
     Give a writer a break. Buy my new fiction book Winds of Change. Learn what just 17% of Americans are dictating to 83% of us what we can do and say and learn how you can help prevent it.
     
     
390. Fredas Foibles-wise sayings by Freda Douglas  
     Tired of all the bad news on national
     television? Read my column and chuckle.
     
     

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