RESOURCES from 4word
Aquí está el único aumento de confianza que necesitarás
“La identidad espiritual significa que no somos lo que hacemos o lo que las personas dicen de nosotros. Y no somos lo que tenemos. Somos las amadas hijas e hijos de Dios. ”Henri Nouwen ¿Comenzaste este mes luchando con quién eres? ¿Sigues en esa posición? No estás solo.… Read More
Even Grown-Up Girls Need Their Dads
Fathers and daughters. This is a unique relationship with powerful implications. Dr. Michelle Watson of The Abba Project is helping us understand exactly what this means. Michelle created The Abba Project with a desire to strengthen and improve father-daughter relationships across the country. —— 4word: Why is the… Read More
Meet Our Moms!
Ashley. I feel blessed to be able to call my mom one of my best friends. Growing up she was always my biggest cheerleader, my dream pusher, and the best shoulder to cry on. The older I get, the more I realize how blessed I am to have… Read More
Dating, Sex and Jesus
Does God really expect you to save sex for marriage? This week regular guest writer Stacy Repult opens up about her experience with Christian dating and the “S-word.” I so appreciate her openness and candor as she tackles this touchy subject. I hope you find her story encouraging.… Read More
5 Ways to Build Your Faith at Work
This week’s Monday Blog comes from Sharla Langston. Sharla is one of the founders of Women Doing Well and the non-profit, Inspiring Generous Joy. Through these organizations, Sharla lives out her passion of helping Christian women discover their purpose, ignite their passion and make a plan for living… Read More
You Can Definitely Maybe Absolutely Sort of Have It All
This week I’m bringing you a guest blog from 4word Board member and staff writer Richelle Campbell. Richelle started her professional life as a lawyer, but transitioned to part time work when her first child was born. Today she’s a full-time mother of two who likes to say… Read More
Love and Forgiveness after You’ve Been Hurt
Are there people in your life that you are struggling to love? This week 4word contributor Stacy Repult shares the story of how she struggled to love her dementia-stricken father, even as she became his primary caretaker. Her deeply personal story is a great reminder that when our… Read More
A Path to Joy in Singleness
Valentine’s Day is coming up, but instead of a blog on romance, my guest writer today will share her story of singleness. Jennifer Howell is a business marketing development officer (and 4word woman!) here in Dallas. She has a passion for encouraging single women, and she’s currently launching… Read More
Getting Engaged
After four plus decades of being single and going through all the ups and downs of dating, I amazingly met the man I was meant to be with, fell in love and even more amazingly, got engaged last November. Waiting for God’s best was full of difficult lessons.… Read More
Home For The Holidays: The Mother-In-Law Perspective
There must be thousands of books out there about how to keep your marriage relationship strong, but where are the books about how to love your in-laws? I don’t mean that in a negative way! Even in the very best of circumstances, those relationships require real work and… Read More
Seed Effect Turns 4, Breadwinner Moms, 10 Highest-Earning Female CEOs, Finding Your Light
Grab a handful of Halloween candy leftovers and browse this week’s Friday Faves! Take Notice GRACE: Addie Zierman pens a poignant article on Christianity Today about how she became one of the throngs of millennials to leave the church and what eventually brought her back. SEED EFFECT: The… Read More
Leave Your Stress At Work, No More Fishbowl Parenting and Where are the Strong Women?
Last weekend of September! Enjoy our favorites from the week before heading off on your weekend escapades. Take Notice READ: Read about our own Diane Paddison’s experience with the Halftime Institute and how it changed her life! WORK: A.T. Kearney, a company at which Chris Paddison (Diane… Read More
“Women Can’t Be Ushers,” And Other Adventures of a Single Woman in Church
This week, instead of my usual blog, I'm sharing with you an essay by my friend "Leslie," (who asked to be kept anonymous). As I was preparing to write about how the church embraces childless women last week, I reached out to Leslie to get her thoughts, and… Read More
Negotiate Like an FBI Agent, Elizabeth Knox’s New Book and 5 Reasons Millennials Stay in the Church
Take a moment to peruse our list of favorites for the week. Take Notice AWARD: 4word Dallas Leaders Allison Johnston and Natalie Snyder are both Finalists for the North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors and Real Estate Professionals “Young Citizens Award”! Join us in congratulating these two women… Read More
The Faith of Trayvon Martin’s Mother, Joy Eggerichs and the Importance of Mentoring
As you head into the weekend, take a moment to read through some of our favorite articles, tips and videos from this past week. Have a safe and relaxed weekend! Take Notice WATCH: If you are in Dallas, turn to channel 4 this coming Tuesday to watch FOX… Read More
Female Execs and Sports, Shutdown, How to Do Anything, the Second Shift and Diane’s Keys to Success
We hope everyone has enjoyed their holiday week! As you enter into the post-4th weekend, check out some of our favorite articles, tips and videos from this week. Take Notice READ: Female Fortune 500 Exec, Diane Paddison, Offers Keys to Success for Working Women PLAY: “Playing sports could lead… Read More
Honoring God in the Workplace, 8 Things Not To Do, Making Marriage Last and Gas Station Karaoke
Another busy work week has come and gone, but before you start your relaxing weekend (using those mother’s day gift cards we hope) be sure to check out our favorite picks of the week. We selected a great group of articles and resources with you in mind. … Read More
An iPhone Infection, a Note to Parents of Small Children, Career Tips from the Kitchen and Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Mothers Day is almost here! Whether you already are a mom, are hoping to be a mom someday or are expecting a little one soon, we hope that you will take some time this weekend to honor the mother figure in your own life. Meanwhile, enjoy our weekly roundup… Read More
Modern Manners, Working Mom Friendships, plus Social Media and the Sermon on the Mount
Is it just us or are the months flying by? Welcome to May! We have a great selection of our favorite finds from all over the web for you this week. Enjoy! Take Notice HATS OFF: Announcing the 2013 Women in Business honorees in Dallas READ: “God Made… Read More