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The Hidden Power of Family Prayer

by on Apr 17, 2012 in building the family, missions & ministry

By monthly contributor, Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry Do you sometimes feel inadequate in prayer? Do you often struggle with praying together with your spouse or children? Do you perhaps wonder, since it’s so difficult, if praying together is even worth it? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are a [...]

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Take Time to Live Intentionally

by on Apr 12, 2012 in building the family, missions & ministry

Over the last month I have become lethargic. This season has been full with my husband launching a new business, with periods of insomnia and multiple sicknesses. I have been in survival mode. I have stopped doing any planning, journaling, or seeking to simply evaluate where I am going. Aimless walking is the feeling stirring [...]

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Praying for the World Around Our Dinner Table

by on Mar 08, 2012 in building the family, missions & ministry

The Lord has been doing a stirring in my heart about the importance of prayer. It is a discipline that is easily slipped under the table. I want to be intentional about teaching my children how to pray. I want them to grow up with a heart and love for others. I want them to [...]

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Training Our Boys to be Men – Part 2

by on Feb 27, 2012 in building the family, missions & ministry

by monthly contributor, Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry To read part 1, visit here. As moms, we have a vital role in releasing our boys to God’s destiny — through our consistent discipline and biblical encouragement. Empowered by God’s grace, our boys can hit God’s target for their lives; but we need to aim these [...]

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Training Our Boys to be Men – Part 1

by on Feb 23, 2012 in building the family, missions & ministry

by monthly contributor, Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry A while back, at a ladies retreat, one of the women’s speakers began to passionately address the needs of today’s Christian men. As she asked a hypothetical question, “Where are all the MEN today?” several young women pointed toward me and shouted, “They’re at the Dunagan’s!” Wow. [...]

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Screaming Babies & Praying Mommas

by on Jan 30, 2012 in faith & womanhood, missions & ministry

by contributing writer Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry. Finding God’s balance for motherhood and ministry is sometimes a difficult (and continually changing) tug-of-war; but I believe the struggle is healthy. As a homeschooling mother of seven, I place a high priority on God’s calling to care for our own children; however, I also feel a [...]

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Operation Christmas Child – Meryl’s Story

by on Nov 02, 2011 in missions & ministry

Just a few short months ago, I received a note via twitter with this image attached. She said, “A long time ago you sent me a gift. I just wanted to say thank you.” It was a short note that I had quickly added to my Operation Christmas Child shoe box over ten years ago. [...]

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Teaching Our Girls to Cry

by on Oct 24, 2011 in missions & ministry

By monthly contributor, Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry Right now is a very exciting time in the life of our girls. Our oldest daughter, Christi (a recent college grad), is now engaged to an awesome third-generation missionary from Niger, West Africa; our brand-new daughter-in-law, Anna, is working with our son to pioneer a new mission [...]

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Money & Mission-Minded Families

by on Aug 26, 2011 in missions & ministry

By monthly contributor, Ann Dunagan of Harvest Ministry. As Christian families, we need God’s perspective on finances, and a vision for how our resources can help to expand His kingdom – especially in tough times. In our family’s living room, a small handcrafted treasure chest displays simple coins from around the world. Most of the [...]

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Give Them a Heart for the Fatherless

by on Aug 19, 2011 in missions & ministry

Guest post by Shannon Hazleton from Our Blessed Life. “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.” James 1:27 (ESV) Mamas, do you want the hearts of your children to be closely knit with God’s [...]

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