JIM AND BOBBIE PURYEAR BLOG
Is Your Faith Slipping Away? Four Tips To Hold On To It
“To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible.” - Thomas Aquinas Regardless of your principles or religious upbringing, faith remains a vital factor in life. Faith is what allows you to see the good even in the...
Not Active In Your Community? Ways You Are Missing Out
Unless you are residing in a far-flung and isolated island, you are surely a part of a community. You can create your own little world in the privacy of your abode, but it will not exempt you from the rules and regulations set by society. Whether you like it or not...
How To Squeeze In More Quality Family Time Everyday
If you want to have a lasting marriage and a happy family life, you need to learn how to use your time well. Your amount of time and how you spent it plays a crucial role in building and maintaining relationships. Unfortunately, the hectic pace of the modern world...
Unexpected Benefits You Get From Active Community Involvement
Community service may sound like hard work and some may even see it as a form of punishment. Yet undeniably, once you realize the positive impact that your action can do to society, it can also be one of the most fulfilling and enriching experiences. Since you do...
Four Faith-Building Testimonies to Share with Others
Belief is delicate and life is tough. Even the most seasoned followers endure trials and tribulations that test their faith. In those moments of uncertainty, it’s beneficial to have a support system to aid in the process of rebuilding that faith. If you are blessed...
Life Lessons I Learned From Coaching Youth Sports
Youth sports coaches come from a variety of different sports backgrounds, with various levels of knowledge within their game of choice. When signing up for the role, all coaches are aware of the effect they may have on each individual child athlete’s development....
Why Volunteering in Your Community Should Be a Family Affair
When it comes to volunteering in your community as a family, there’s nothing better than doing good together. It allows your family to actively participate in experiences that directly impact other people in your community. There are many opportunities for...
3 Reasons to Adopt a Community Mentality
You can go far in life with self-motivation, drive, and the determination to create a successful life for yourself. However, you can go even farther if you have a community of people supporting you and encouraging you along the way because the strongest, boldest,...
3 Ways Incorporate Your Faith Into Your Morning Routine
The best way to set the tone for the entire day is to take time before your day even starts to get your mind in the right place. This is why so many people meditate in the mornings, or go for a run, or just sip coffee in peace. But what should you do if you want to...
How to Serve Others When You Can’t Find the Time
The most common misconception people have when it comes to giving back to others is that there is never enough time in a day to get everything checked off your to-do list, take care of yourself and your family, and still have enough time to give back to the...
