April 1, 2013
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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I love Easter for so many reasons. My husband and I were engaged on Easter and our first-born son was baptized on Easter. I also love ending the Lenten season and celebrating Life. And who wouldn’t love chocolate eggs? They’re … Continue reading
Pin ItFebruary 27, 2013
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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We all know times when we have felt like being in a cold, moldy, dark tunnel. It feels that in that place in time there is no way out. But with the words of Anne Lammott “hope begins in the … Continue reading
Pin ItJanuary 23, 2013
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Do you feel rejected? Are you afraid that you have failed so miserably that there is no hope? Do you think your past makes you unlovable? I have good news for you. Because of Christ you are never out of … Continue reading
Pin ItNovember 7, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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I am utterly thankful that the Bible includes Lamentations. Just as life in general spiritual life is not always sunshine and smooth sailing. When life is heavy and hard to take, you don’t need to hide from God. Actually, that … Continue reading
Pin ItOctober 19, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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What does help you to stay strong and steady on your Christian walk? Are you aware of the enemy’s sneaky ways to steal your joy and peace? How do you deal with joy-stealers, doubt-raisers and hope-snatchers? I’ve found that I … Continue reading
Pin ItOctober 5, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Outer motivation does not work in the long run. We need inner motivation to get things done. This psychological principle is surprisingly true also in faith matters. If we are told (outer motivation) to behave or believe in certain ways, … Continue reading
Pin ItJuly 20, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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The Bible is very clear that we are all called to be holy like God is holy. It does not happen without effort but by God’s grace it is possible. To be holy is to be transformed into the image … Continue reading
Pin ItJune 15, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Is life worth living? Is there purpose for your life? The writer of Ecclesiastes seeks answers for these existential questions. And most of us ask them at some point of our lives. Why on earth are we here for? What’s … Continue reading
Pin ItMay 14, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Did you know that “Living God” is mentioned fourteen times both in the Old and New testament? 28 times we are reminded that God is not a sentimental idea or a lofty philosophy. God is a living person who wants … Continue reading
Pin ItMay 3, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Would you like to dance in grace? Or is that too wild? Would you rather sit out? Or is that too tame? “To what will I compare this generation? It is like a child sitting in the marketplaces calling out … Continue reading
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