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Prioritizing Love and Selflessness in Relationships

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Apr 14, 20242 min read

Prioritizing Love and Selflessness in Relationships

In relationships, there often comes a moment when we're called to set aside our own preferences for the greater good of those we love....

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The Courage to Soar: A Letter to My Daughters

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Apr 7, 20242 min read

The Courage to Soar: A Letter to My Daughters

To my daughters, I see you. I see how you tackle challenges and struggles. At times, you persist, showing an inner determination. At...

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Joni Lynn Schwartz

Mar 31, 20242 min read

Sunshine or Storm: A Perspective Shift

Last month, my husband and I took a quick trip to Arizona in search of sunshine and warmer weather. It's become somewhat of a tradition...

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Lessons Learned: Reading the Bible in 90 Days

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Mar 24, 20242 min read

Lessons Learned: Reading the Bible in 90 Days

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. One dark night in the church basement during a Bible study, I was pregnant with...

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High School Sports and Everlasting Victories

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Mar 10, 20242 min read

High School Sports and Everlasting Victories

As the winter high school sports season nears its end, the excitement steadily builds with each passing day, signaling the onset of the...

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Joni Lynn Schwartz

Mar 2, 20242 min read

Unexpected Help: Perfect Timing

Back in high school, I had a job as a cashier at our local grocery store. One afternoon, as my shift was coming to an end, I glanced...

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Spilled Coffee: Finding God's Grace in Life's Messiness

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Feb 25, 20242 min read

Spilled Coffee: Finding God's Grace in Life's Messiness

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Each week, I set aside time to pull my thoughts together for this blog, a...

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Finding a Way Out: A Lesson Learned from Locked Doors

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Feb 18, 20242 min read

Finding a Way Out: A Lesson Learned from Locked Doors

I had just started my new teaching position, and with classes set to begin on Tuesday after the Labor Day weekend. I made my way to the...

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Trusting in God's Work: A Parent's Journey through Anxiety

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Feb 11, 20243 min read

Trusting in God's Work: A Parent's Journey through Anxiety

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I remember lying on a cot in the principal’s office. She asked if I was ready to...

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Chasing Boston: My Marathon Training Journey at 45

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Feb 6, 20242 min read

Chasing Boston: My Marathon Training Journey at 45

Here I go! Week one of marathon training is underway, and my sights are set on Grandma’s Marathon on June 22, 2024, for another shot at a...

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Surrender: Lessons from Paul to 'Come Thou Fount'

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Feb 4, 20242 min read

Surrender: Lessons from Paul to 'Come Thou Fount'

Surrender is a recurring theme within the pages of the Bible, with one of my favorite narratives being the transformation of Paul, once...

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The Final Stretch of Winter: Habits for Renewal

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Jan 27, 20242 min read

The Final Stretch of Winter: Habits for Renewal

Winter. While my husband anticipates snowmobiling and ice fishing, I long for the warmth of summer—morning runs and afternoons by the pool.

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Joni Lynn Schwartz

Jan 21, 20242 min read

Speeding through Life's Lessons

My senior year of high school, our football team had just faced a tough loss in postseason play. Driving my friends back from the game in...

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Joni Lynn Schwartz

Jan 11, 20242 min read

God Goes Before You

During my college journey, I decided to transfer to the University of Minnesota as a sophomore. Coincidentally, two girls from my...

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A Day in My Life: Finding Purpose and Seeking God’s Guidance in the Chaos

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Jan 7, 20242 min read

A Day in My Life: Finding Purpose and Seeking God’s Guidance in the Chaos

In the middle of my jam-packed day off, it all begins at 5:00 AM. I grab my Bible, gulp down some much-needed coffee, and dive into a...

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New Year, New Beginnings: A Life Cleaning Reflection

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Dec 31, 20232 min read

New Year, New Beginnings: A Life Cleaning Reflection

Cleaning my house recently led to a surprising and disturbing discovery as I moved the couch—revealing a collection of food, dirt, and...

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Navigating Post-Holiday Recovery: Balancing Dos and Don'ts

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Dec 27, 20231 min read

Navigating Post-Holiday Recovery: Balancing Dos and Don'ts

Did the holiday season leave you feeling sluggish and in need of a physical reset? If unhealthy choices took center stage in your...

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Anticipation and Humility: Reflecting on the True Meaning of Christmas Eve

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Dec 24, 20231 min read

Anticipation and Humility: Reflecting on the True Meaning of Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve is filled with anticipation. In my childhood, I'd incessantly plead with my mom to open a gift during the day, often with...

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Journey to Bethlehem: Endurance, Faith, and the Gift of Immanuel

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Dec 17, 20232 min read

Journey to Bethlehem: Endurance, Faith, and the Gift of Immanuel

When I was 8 months pregnant, we went on a double date with friends who had recently acquired a new truck. Despite my relatively active...

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Winter Run Adventures: Snowy Challenges and Speed Surprises

Joni Lynn Schwartz

Dec 16, 20231 min read

Winter Run Adventures: Snowy Challenges and Speed Surprises

Join me on my winter run as I navigate through the recent snowy landscape. After a week of mild weather and temperatures in the 40s, a...

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