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Getting Married Because of Pregnancy

Previous generations often saw couples get married because of pregnancy. But that is less common now. If you've found yourself unexpectedly pregnant, consider whether marriage is the correct choice for you and your baby.

Category: Marriage Society

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How to Help a Child Through Losing a Parent

Losing a parent is never easy. The loss can be especially difficult for children under 18 to understand. Here are a few tips to help your little one (and yourself) make it through that difficult experience.

Category: Loss

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Is Yoga Dangerous for Christians?

Yoga is generally regarded as a great way to get fit. However, some Christian leaders are taking issue with the exercise's origins in Hindu philosophy. Does yoga, as one pastor says, open you up to demonic influence?

Category: Society

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How Christenings Have Changed Since You Were Christened

Christenings have changed over the years. People are less religious than in the past, christenings gowns are not as popular, and christenings are more casual than years past. Here are some other ways they've changed.

Category: Baptism

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Should My Child Attend a Funeral?

The death of a loved one is tough- whether to take your little one to the funeral just adds to the difficulty. If you're struggling with the idea of taking your child to a funeral, consider these ideas. 

Category: Funeral Loss

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Learning the Five Love Languages

The five love languages are a popular way of defining how you show and receive affection. Knowing your love language can help improve communication and increase the bonds between you and your partner.

Category: Marriage

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Getting Married? Steer Clear of Wedding Scams With These Helpful Tips

An unfortunate fact of life is that thieves and scammers are always prowling for targets- even those who are about to get married. Keep yourself safe by keeping an eye out for these common wedding scams.

Category: Society

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Perk Up Your Ceremony With a Wedding Reception Coffee Bar

Do you want your wedding reception to stand out from the crowd? One way couples are getting creative (and caffeinated) is with coffee bars. Check out how to pull off this hot new trend at your own wedding reception.

Category: Wedding Materials

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PreachersNSneakers - Exposing Vanity or Judging Others?

A new Instagram account has caused quite a stir for posting pictures of megachurch leaders wearing shoes that cost thousands of dollars. The account has opened a dialogue about what leadership in church really means.

Category: Society Church

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Can’t Take a Honeymoon? Consider a Mini-Moon Instead

More and more couples are opting for mini-moons right after their wedding instead of the full-blown honeymoon. Mini-moons tend to be shorter and closer to home. Check out these tips for the perfect mini getaway.

Category: Marriage

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