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Purpose Involves Connecting the ‘Whys’
Sofia Fonseca, architect, professor, and 4word: Houston board member, wraps up our discussion with her view on purpose and the pivotal role community plays.
Read More ›Your Worth in God Doesn’t Come with Conditions
Kim Vastine, Chaplain for 4word: Southlake, guides us through the ups and downs of realising we are God's perfect creation and ARE worthy in His eyes.
Read More ›Fear and Insecurity Don’t Play Favorites
When Courtney Watson had to have emergency brain surgery, her 10 weeks of recovery felt like torture. But in the silence, God revealed His plan for her.
Read More ›Where Do You Want 2020 To Take You?
It's a new year and that means a new batch of conversations on the 4word blog! See what exciting changes are coming and dive into the first topic of 2020.
Read More ›Joyful Generosity Is Your ‘Thank You Note’
What has God blessed you with in 2019? As we say goodbye to this year and hello to the next, take a moment to plan how you can practice joyful generosity.
Read More ›A Christmas ‘thank you’ from 4word’s founder
4word's founder Diane Paddison reflects back on the blessings God has brought to 4word in 2019 and shares her thanks for the many people God used to bless.
Read More ›Giving Does (and Should) Involve Some Planning
Author Kim King is back with her experienced advice on carefully being a good steward of what God has blessed you with so you can be a blessing to others, too.
Read More ›Generosity Means You Believe in the Cause
Author Judy Foley talks about why giving back is important to her and what she has learned is vitally important when choosing how and where to give your support.
Read More ›What Does Genuine Generosity Look Like?
Christmas is a truly magical time of year when spirits are high and gift giving is on everyone's agenda. But is this generosity genuine? Does it bring joy?
Read More ›Not ‘Mine’ But ‘His’
Join us as we conclude our discussion on the scarcity mindset and why it is vital for us to be grateful not just for our sake, but for those around us, too.
Read More ›Focus on Your Blessings, Not Your Troubles
Do you worry about everything missing in your life? Diane Paddison shares why we must shift our minds to dwell on blessings instead of troubles.
Read More ›What a Scarcity Mindset Reveals About You
Kim King, author, advisor, and board member, shares her thoughts on the origin of the scarcity mindset, what it reveals, and how to shift out of it.
Read More ›Is Abundance a Bad Thing?
Is "abundance" a negative or positive thing? Do you ever feel like you have too much or are you always striving for more? Let's talk about scarcity mindset.
Read More ›How to Help Anyone Who’s Grieving
4word: San Antonio leader Christi Griggs shares a "to do's" list of things you can do to really be a help to someone who is grieving.
Read More ›It’s OK To Grieve
4word founder Diane Paddison shares about specific chapters of grief in her life, and what they have allowed her to accomplish for God's glory.
Read More ›The Many Forms of Loss
Author and coach S. Renee Smith-Larry discusses the various forms of loss you may encouter and how each has a different grief (and recovery) to go with it.
Read More ›When You’re One of the ‘Brokenhearted’
Grief and suffering are unavoidable facts of human life, but that doesn't mean we should let ourselves be blindsided by it. Let's learn what to do!
Read More ›The Universal Importance of Community
We wrap up this month's discussion on influencing your community with a reminder that community is a universal concept and its importance is just as broad.
Read More ›Tips for Being “God’s Light” In Your Community
Not sure where to start when it comes to being a positive influence on your community? We share some tips for influencing your work, home, and church!
Read More ›Give What God Has Given You to Share — A letter from Diane Paddison
This week is 4word's annual Giving Week and our founder, Diane Paddison, shares a personal letter with you about what kind of impact your support has.
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