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What Does it Mean to “Surrender All” to Christ?
Those of us who grew up in evangelical Christian churches in the United States are likely to have sung songs about “surrendering” all to God or to Jesus Christ. With much gusto, or hesitation, we’d sing out, “I surrender allllll I surrender allllll All to Thee my blessed Savior I surrender all” Though I’d sing […]
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2020 Year in Review: Comments on the State of Things & the Sorensen Household
At the close of this historically terrible year, it is hard to know exactly what to say in a post that aims to describe how the year went for Mike and me, as well as our current state of mind. But I’ll try. After all, that is why I am writing this post in the […]
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M.I.A. in MIA: Adventures in Miami & South Florida
Do you have a particular vacation style? As in, do you prefer to relax, or are you more of a go-go-go vacationer? Do you determine in advance which style each vacation is going to be before you go? Maybe it takes some negotiation with other members of your family who have different preferences. While my […]
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Cheers to 10 Years! Wedding Anniversary Reflections
If you clicked on this post, you might be expecting something sappy and sentimental. You know what? You’re right. There will be some of that. On October 1st, 2010, I, being Summer Hamilton for the first 32 years of my life, married Michael David Sorensen. After an adventurous 11 months of dating, and a whirlwind […]
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5 Lessons of Being an Entrepreneur
The five lessons of being an entrepreneur, as told by yours truly. I can’t tell you the exact date I decided I wanted to start a business. The data nerd in me regrets that because I do love specifics. It was more of a gradual realization over time. Through a series of jobs where my […]
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Why Repentance is Important (An Overlooked Teaching of Jesus)
To understand why repentance is important, we should look to the One who requires it of us: the triune God of the Bible: the Father, Son (Jesus Christ) and Holy Spirit. We’ll focus on Jesus as He became incarnate and discussed it during His time on earth. Diverse opinions about who Jesus is date all […]
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Redefining Words: The Fight for Language
Have you noticed that redefining certain hot-button words in our Western culture is actively happening? Indeed, redefining words to definitions that are an aberration from their actual, historical meaning? Earlier this year, noticing this disturbing trend, I decided to screenshot some word definitions for posterity. I figured I’d use them for some reason sooner or […]
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3 Time Saving Productivity Hacks For Writers (and Anyone Else)
Writers, just like many professions, lose a lot of ground with unnecessary distractions. Here are three tips to help gain some back.
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On Peace of Mind About Coronavirus
Are you freaking out about coronavirus? There is a way to have peace of mind. Hint: it has to do with making peace with the Prince of Peace.
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May I Have Your Opinion? (Favorite Topics & A Quandary)
Dearest Reader, I’m working through a bit of a challenge in my posting topics, and I wanted to ask your opinion. This has historically been a variety blog. I write about whatever topics come to mind. Christian discipleship topics are what most often fill the pages; I delight to write about what I am learning […]
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How Long is it Appropriate to Leave Up Your Christmas Tree?
How long is it appropriate to leave your Christmas tree up? This is a question I think about every year. Some type A folks take down their tree on December 26th without fail. To me, that is too soon. It actually stings a little to think about it. Others leave it up for New Year’s, […]
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A “New and Improved” Way to Tackle the New Year
I’ve come to a realization about starting out the new year that has made a big difference for me, as an introvert. Read about it in less than 500 words!
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Giving Thanks for Those Who Paved the Way for My Entrepreneurship (SummerTime Communications)
As a new business owner, I’m reflecting with thanksgiving on the professional contacts that have helped make my journey possible.