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Melanie.
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If you’re like me, you’re a work-in-progress when it comes to your faith, roles, and relationships. That’s why here you’ll find conversations filled with gentle grace, not harsh judgments.
I’m learning about biblical self-care and sharing what that means on my personal blog, Doing the Best We Can. I write about how we can take good care of ourselves spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally, and relationally.
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Latest Doing the Best We Can Blog
Are You a Stone Thrower? (Why I Love Jesus but Sometimes Don’t Like Other Christians Part 2)
We like to throw stones. Yes, myself included. If you’re familiar with the story in John 8: 3-11, “Jesus Forgives an Adulterous Woman,” then you know my title refers to this story. Let’s take a look at this Scripture passage about stone throwers and see what Jesus teaches us about grace and judgment. As the…
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Should I Address My Reader by Using the Pronoun You or We?
When I’m writing, should I address my reader by using the pronoun “you” or “we?” The answer? Both. Let me explain with an example. Notice in this excerpt from a devotion I wrote that I’ve italicized you pronouns and emboldened we pronouns. ++++++++++++++++ Excerpt from “Do You Think I’m Beautiful?” by Melanie S. Chitwood taken…
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