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How to maximize your CHM membership
Whether you’re a new member or have been a member for years, we …
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Advantage Care Solution: How it works
Members who use Advantage Care Solution (ACS) experience a number of perks, including …
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6 most common cancers in American men
Cancer afflicts men even more than women—and with higher mortality rates. It’s vital …
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Rest in the Bible
11/05/24
We live in a fast-paced world. Between work, family, and daily obligations, it …
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Open enrollment and health cost sharing
10/24/24
Every year, there’s one busy season that involves a lot of preparation, planning, …
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CHM member, Kristen, is pain free after receiving quality healthcare
10/21/24
Kristen Fister realized she may never play soccer again. She shares, “I had …
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Family fitness
09/25/24
It’s easy to associate fitness with gym. Suddenly, the word is replaced with …
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What exactly is health cost sharing?
09/06/24
Picture this: You have an unexpected, significant medical expense and you’re now faced …
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Hip dysplasia alleviated by quality care made possible by CHM’s Advantage Care Solution
09/03/24
One day, my daughter, Chloe, said to me, “I can’t do it anymore.” …
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CHM checked the box for business owners, Sonny and Le
08/16/24
When small business owners, Le and Sonny Egwuatu, heard about CHM they realized …
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Retirement planning: Calculating and saving
08/09/24
Saving for retirement might seem like a daunting task. Packed full of twists …
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Shark attack survivor, cites miracles
07/01/24
I was told by my surgeon that my shark bite was the largest …
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Freedom in Christ and in healthcare
06/25/24
Biblical freedom at its core is dependence on God and His Spirit to …
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Healing scriptures: The power of God’s love
06/18/24
Scriptures on healing point us back to God, our ultimate healer. Nothing escapes …
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CHM member experiences God’s goodness through life-saving cardiac ablation
06/11/24
When Taylor Hanes was pregnant with her first child, she found out she …
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What's the definition of a father?
06/10/24
A good father is the cornerstone of a healthy family. Wives depend on their husbands for support …
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Bible verses about fatherhood
06/01/24
Fathers have a crucial role in the biblical family. But leading with integrity, peace, …
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Mom and founder of women’s ministry calls CHM a “tremendous blessing”
05/20/24
Shortly after we joined Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM), Michael, my husband, got really …
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Interacting with providers
When having conversations with your healthcare providers, healthy communication is essential. Building open …
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The (Christian) entrepreneurial toolkit
05/16/24
When you’re building a house, you need a set of blueprints and the …
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What is a servant leader?
05/15/24
If you’ve ever worked in an unhealthy environment where you felt your superiors …
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What is the meaning of benevolence in leadership?
05/09/24
Benevolent Shuffling into work on a dreary day, you discover a small piece …
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Mother's Day
05/06/24
“A mother’s work is never done.” We’ve heard that quote many times, but …
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ACS was the answer to giving CHM member her life back
04/12/24
Jessica Garza had lived with pain for so long, that she couldn’t remember …
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Healthcare for small businesses
04/10/24
Healthcare options for small businesses: a checklist There are many healthcare options available …
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Healthy nutrition habits: Live and work well
03/19/24
Healthy eating. When you hear the phrase, what comes to mind? Perhaps you …
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CHM’s Advantage Care Solution was a game changer for Cheryl Fuller
03/18/24
When I fell, we were moving boxes out of a shed. I walked …
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Why is sleep important: Prayers for peaceful sleep
03/08/24
It’s incredible how sleep affects the ins and outs of our lives. If …
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Electric fence scare, thankful for personalized care with CHM
02/28/24
When my husband, Esteban, and I signed up for CHM, I had nearly …
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Step-by-step guide for submitting bills
Learn how to submit your medical bills to CHM Medical bills must be itemized (please …
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CHM by the numbers
Shared by month As we go through the year, check back here to …
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Health insurance vs health cost sharing: How to choose the best option for you
02/13/24
As a Christian, it’s complicated to find the best value healthcare option for …
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Maternity
Ready to grow your family? We want this experience to be full of …
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Heartfelt Magazine
Thank you for your interest in reading Heartfelt Magazine. This monthly publication is exclusively available …
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HealthiestYou™
The value of telehealth for you and your family. HealthiestYou™ by Teladoc provides …
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Refer-a-Friend
Share CHM with your friends and earn credits towards your costs! Share CHM …
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After you join
Welcome to the CHM family! Your fellow CHM members are ready to support you financially …
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How CHM shares pre-existing conditions
CHM has two options for the sharing of pre-existing conditions: scheduled sharing and …
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Prescriptions
Christian Healthcare Ministries assists members with prescription costs as follows: CHM Gold and …
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Uplift and care for one another with CHM Give
CHM Give is one of CHM’s initiatives to share medical bills for maintained pre-existing …
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Extra giving
Support fellow members through extra giving You can make a big difference in …
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How are we doing?
We want to hear from you, how are we doing? We’re always looking …
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Annual reports
The original health cost sharing ministry As the nation’s first and longest-serving health cost …
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Accidents
If you have been injured in an accident, we are sorry to hear …
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Praying to conceive
07/12/23
Infertility is a whole lot of nothing. An awful, painful nothing. That it is …
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Healthy pregnancy prayers for your unborn baby
07/12/23
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is …
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Five characteristics of a Christian woman
07/12/23
As a woman of God, you can look to the godly women of …
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How to increase your chances of getting pregnant naturally
07/12/23
Ideas that may increase fertility naturally You've tried to get pregnant and prayed …
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Remaining steadfast through the baby blues
07/12/23
With a new baby comes a myriad of love and joy, but along with the good …
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Top Christian baby names for 2024
07/12/23
What are the top Christian baby names for 2024? If you want to start …
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God’s promises for faithfulness
07/12/23
Fruit of the spirit: Faithfulness If you’ve spent any significant time in Scripture, …
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Healing Scriptures - Isaiah 9:6
07/12/23
"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: …
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Christian leadership styles
07/12/23
How you lead people—the way you treat them—is a direct reflection of your …
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Healing Scriptures - Psalm 34:18
07/12/23
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed …
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Be strong and courageous
07/12/23
The long-anticipated time is here. The work of creation God's completing within you …
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Healing Scriptures - Matthew 17:20
07/12/23
“He replied, 'Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if …
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Ask the doctor about coping with infertility
07/12/23
The miracle of new life still holds many mysteries. But we do know …
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God's presence while trying to conceive
07/12/23
Wanting a child can feel lonely. Proverbs says “the barren womb” is never …
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God is in control
07/12/23
What were the first thoughts that ran through your mind when you received …
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Pregnancy tips: preparing your body for conception
07/06/23
It’s never too early to prepare for that life-changing moment when you learn …
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Entrepreneurial family says “We're so thankful for CHM”
07/02/23
Member Story: Michael Widuck, Canton, Ohio Total eligible bills: $62,006 Provider discounts: $22,710 …
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Mother of triplets says CHM is the "biggest blessing"
07/02/23
Member Story: Cara Chatwin, Utah Total eligible bills: $612,845 Provider discounts: $254,613 Total …
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What to do when you need medical care
In emergency situations Immediately seek medical care. Getting well is your first priority. When …
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Get started with helpful tools just for you
Your fellow CHM members are ready to support you financially and spiritually if you encounter …
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Do's and don'ts of writing letters of encouragment
06/30/23
“The biggest blessing we received was all the cards and prayers that poured …
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Ways to draw strength from your biblical community
When you’re going through a difficult time, it may be hard to connect …
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How to process difficult or unwanted news
Difficult or unwanted news—especially relating to a medical diagnosis—can be challenging to process. …
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What to expect when your healthcare provider doesn’t know about CHM
As a CHM member, you’re not bound to any provider network. Instead, as …
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How do I know CHM will take care of me?
06/26/23
New CHM members sometimes ask how they can know that other participants will …
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Three ways CHM serves members
06/26/23
Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is a health cost sharing ministry that provides a …
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Screening mammography: making the best decision
06/26/23
Recently, a CHM member wrote: I’m having a hard time deciding whether to …
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How does CHM work when I’m traveling?
06/16/23
Everyone can use a vacation, and traveling enables us to spend quality time …
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Biblical gentleness
06/01/23
Gentleness, or as we might call it, humility and meekness, is one of …
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Tax forms and resources
The following is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as …
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Signs of a stroke: May is Stroke Awareness Month
04/17/23
From speech difficulty to losing the ability to move part of your body, …
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Melanoma: symptoms, stages, and treatment
04/17/23
May is melanoma and skin cancer awareness month, with the first Monday in …
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The woman of valor
04/12/23
The Proverbs 31 woman, is a woman of valor, a virtuous woman of God. …
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Second trimester symptoms
03/28/23
The second trimester is often considered the most pleasant stage of pregnancy, but changes …
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Signs of labor
03/28/23
Congratulations, momma! The signs of labor might be intimidating, but it means you’ll shortly meet your …
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Preparing your heart and spirit for a new baby
03/28/23
“How to be a good mother” has 46,000 searches on Google every month. …
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Pregnancy fatigue
03/28/23
Anyone who’s experienced fatigue can attest to how debilitating it can be. Pregnancy …
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Postpartum recovery
03/28/23
“New baby” and “rest” aren’t the most synonymous words for a new mother, but …
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Newborn feeding
03/28/23
Your newborn baby is a blessing, a joy, and a gift from God. They're …
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Newborn care
03/28/23
You’re finally ready to begin life with your baby! Caring for a newborn can …
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Mental and spiritual health
03/28/23
Let’s face it: Babies equal hard work. Behind their adorable faces and joyful smiles are dirty …
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First months of pregnancy symptoms
03/28/23
The first trimester of pregnancy is your first step in motherhood. You may not …
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Stages of labor
03/28/23
Labor might seem like a scary concept with a lot of unknowns, but …
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What does the Bible say about patience?
03/28/23
Patience in the Bible Having patience isn’t easy, especially in our “on demand” …
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The fruit of peace
03/28/23
Peace from the Bible It seems like everything is out to steal your …
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The importance of prenatal care: choosing your healthcare team
03/28/23
If you're expecting, you might be knee deep in decisions already—baby names, budgeting, nursery ideas. …
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What does the Bible say about self-control?
03/28/23
Self-control stretches us and encourages us to grow. In the list of the …
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Third trimester of pregnancy symptoms
03/28/23
You’re almost there—baby and mother are about to meet! Your baby’s movements are more obvious …
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The joy of the Lord is my strength
03/28/23
Joy Joy, the fruit of the Spirit, is a large part of our walk …
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What does the Bible say about kindness?
03/28/23
Kindness matters to God. In fact, it's listed in Galatians 5:22-23 along with …
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What does the Bible say about love?
03/28/23
Bible verses about love The first fruit of the Holy Spirit is love …
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Babyproofing
03/28/23
Planning on having a baby? Mothers have a lot to contend with. Babies are cute, loveable, …
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Goodness of God
03/28/23
Galatians 5:22-23 ESV talks about the fruits of the Spirit, with goodness being …
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Being a dog mom
03/22/23
Dog moms are women who treat their four-legged friends as "fur babies." They're …
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Transformational leadership
03/20/23
What is transformational leadership? Transformational leadership is a leadership style that focuses on …
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Women-owned business certification: why it matters
02/28/23
Are you ready to grow your woman-owned small business? Certification can help. When …
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Small business grants: where to find them and how to apply
02/16/23
Finding grants to start or grow your business takes a little groundwork. Researching …
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Follow your calling
02/10/23
When you were young, did you ever have a dream job? Whether the …
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Healing Scriptures - Jeremiah 30:17
02/10/23
God will take care of you Healing Scriptures restore our faith and provide us …
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How to register a business: 4 steps to success
02/07/23
The steps to register your business include choosing a name, structure, and other …
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Work ethic and Matthew 11:28
02/03/23
There’s wisdom in finding work-life balance and putting aside time for rest and recreation. However, …
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How to open a business bank account
01/26/23
Setting up a business bank account makes it official: You’re in business! Keeping …
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Remaining a faithful servant in the working world
01/25/23
As believers, we’re called to hold ourselves to biblical standards in all areas …
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Healing Scriptures - Exodus 15:26
01/18/23
God will deliver you God's heart is to restore us to wholeness. When …
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9 keys to a healthier marriage
01/18/23
Experiencing a strong, vibrant, and healthy marriage doesn’t stop with your marriage vows. …
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Introducing dogs and cats to baby
01/18/23
Dogs and cats can have a special place in the hearts and lives …
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Healing Scriptures - Psalm 94:19
01/18/23
"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy." - Psalm …
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Babies on a budget: family budget planning
01/18/23
Budgeting for a new baby and related family expenses needn’t be difficult. Whether it’s a …
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Healing Scriptures - Mark 2:17
01/18/23
God will prevail Healing Scriptures restore our faith and provide us with insight into …
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Healing Scriptures - Joshua 1:9
01/18/23
Be strong and courageous God’s heart is to restore us to wholeness. When …
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Getting ready for baby #2: introducing siblings to the new baby
01/18/23
Whether you’re starting a family, having a second baby, or adding more children to …
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Healing Scriptures - Isaiah 53:5
01/18/23
God will provide Healing scriptures restore our faith and provide us with insight into …
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Pursuing your vocation
01/17/23
There’s a difference between a job, a vocation, and a calling. While a …
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Prayer in marriage
01/17/23
The importance of prayer in marriage Do you pray for your spouse every …
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Five ways to be a godly husband
01/17/23
Every day is a good day to ask yourself how to be a …
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Making it all quality time
01/17/23
Whatever your line of work or calling in life, its purpose is all …
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How to be a good Christian wife
01/17/23
What is Christian love? On good days and bad, you may wonder how …
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Healing Scriptures – John 3:16-17
01/17/23
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only …
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The mental health benefits of owning a pet
01/17/23
Pets and mental health Pets and mental health go together like a sunny …
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What is work-life balance?
01/17/23
What does work-life balance mean? Work-life balance is a popular concept with highly …
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Want to be a mompreneur?
01/17/23
If you’re a mom, you know that motherhood and entrepreneurship can go hand …
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Women entrepreneurs: rising to the top
01/17/23
If you run a woman-owned business or you’re an aspiring female entrepreneur, you’re …
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Why is work-life balance important?
01/17/23
Learning how to balance work and life isn’t easy. You may manage a …
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Why is forgiveness important in a marriage?
01/17/23
Do you remember the first time you struggled to forgive someone? The earliest …
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Health benefits of having a dog
01/17/23
The benefits of owning a dog range from lifting moods to lowering disease …
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Doula vs. midwife: understanding the difference
01/17/23
Editor's note: Doulas are ineligible for sharing. Please refer to the CHM Guidelines and applicable …
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Healing Scriptures – Romans 15:13
01/17/23
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as …
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Devotionals for mom
01/17/23
A mother's love: scripture, praise, and pearls of wisdom for moms If you …
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4 truths to help you be patient in your marriage
01/17/23
If I asked you to define the word "patient," what would you say? …
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Work-from-home ideas for moms
01/17/23
Business ideas for stay-at-home moms are more plentiful and varied than an Instagram …
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Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs
01/17/23
Women entrepreneurs are taking the work world by storm. According to the Women …
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Healing Scriptures - Matthew 2:10-11
01/17/23
“When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. And when …
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Healing Scriptures - 2 Corinthians 9:15
01/17/23
"Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!" God’s heart is to restore …
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Being a good and faithful servant
01/09/23
Well done, good and faithful servant. Each of us wants to hear the …
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Home birth vs. hospital birth
11/02/22
Thinking about childbirth settings? What to consider for home vs. hospital birth When …
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