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gratitude
Living a life of gratitude
A devotion on thankfulness
God has been speaking to me lately about the word “grateful.” I have been finding this word everywhere I turn. I often hear people complaining...

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the reality of child abuse
The reality of child abuse
Awareness and education for Child Abuse Prevention Month
In our society, few issues are as heartbreaking and disturbing as child abuse. Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving and nurturing...

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worship the one who created us
Serving the Lord with joy
A devotion on who we live for
When I started working in my first ever social work role, I wrote Colossians 3:23-24 on my mirror so I would see it and remember every day what it is...

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Buckner Lubbock celebrates new office space
The new offices house the Buckner Foster Care and Adoption program and the Buckner Fyi Center
The grand opening of Buckner Lubbock’s new office space was commemorated yesterday with a ribbon cutting and reception. Located at 5307 West Loop...

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Inside look at Never Alone with Dr. Albert Reyes
Where did he get the idea for his third book?
Dr. Albert Reyes, president and CEO of Buckner International, is releasing his third book "Never Alone: The Power of Family to Inspire Hope" in May....

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the joy of spring
Reminders of God's beauty this spring
A devotion on celebrating new seasons
Spring is a beautiful season that reminds us of new beginnings and growth. As the flowers bloom and trees regain their leaves, we are reminded of the...

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Standing up for children and families for Child Abuse Prevention Month
How will you stand up for a child?
When we talk about child abuse we often focus on the thousands of kids affected — as we should. We talk about how the majority of kids in foster...

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jesus lives
Reflecting on Easter
A devotion on the gift of Jesus
We don’t have a resurrection to life without a crucifixion to death. Good Friday is good for us, not so good for Jesus who was crucified that day....

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easter holiday
Four ways to discuss Easter with your family
Engage your children with age-appropriate crafts and conversations
Every Easter, we have the opportunity to celebrate how Christ died and was resurrected from the grave to save us from death as sinners. As adults, we...

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Supporting disabilities seen and unseen
It's Developmental Disabilities Month
When a child develops a scab on their knee from a fall off their bicycle or a broken arm from attempting WWE stunts on the couch, people can visibly...

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women making history
Celebrating women today and yesterday
Women's History Month: Notable women of the Bible
March is Women’s History Month. Since the beginning of time, women have contributed in a variety of ways to the world and society we live in today....

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how to be the light
What does it mean to shine?
A devotion on sharing the light of Jesus
In John 1:9, Jesus is called “the true light, which gives light to everyone.” John asserts Jesus is the true light. The true light that darkness...

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