February 2019 - Streams Poured Out

7 Answers to Some Common Dental Questions

Post author:Shawna Novak
Post published:February 26, 2019
Post category:Categories Family

Reading Time: 8 minutes

Now for something completely different from my previous posts, 7 answers to some common dental questions. Most of you know before serving in children’s ministry, I worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated in 1986, but before going to hygiene school I worked as a dental assistant. Since 1981, there are approximately a half a bazillion different offices from Texas City to College Station where I cleaned teeth or assisted the dentist. I thought it might be fun to answer a few frequently asked dental questions. (more…)

10 Things You May Not Know About Me

Post author:Shawna Novak
Post published:February 17, 2019
Post category:Categories Fun

Reading Time: 7 minutes

Last weekend, I heard Jen Schmidt speak at a retreat. The topic of her book, “Just Open the Door” and the retreat was hospitality. Jen inspired me to think about how I could love on God’s people more. Part of Jen’s message was to be bold in opening up our lives to encourage, disciple, and share the gospel with others. So, I thought I would open myself up to my readers by sharing 10 things you may not know about me. This can be difficult when all you want to do is hide. (more…)

What is the Betrothal Ring?

Post author:Shawna Novak
Post published:February 7, 2019
Post category:Categories

Reading Time: 5 minutes

Hannah did not get much sleep the night before.

This day was unlike any in her young life. Her father had met with a Jewish boy’s father down the road. The boy’s name was Joshua. They had met to discuss a Bride price for her hand in marriage. The fathers had finally come to an agreement. Hannah’s father loved and treasured her, so Joshua’s father would have to pay dearly for her hand in marriage. Today was to be the day of the Betrothal. This was the day she would decide if she was ready to accept the Betrothal ring. (more…)

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Hannah did not get much sleep the night before.

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