Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Thank the People Who Hurt You
Saying “Thank you” is always in order for those who have done something good for you. Saying those two words is an expression of courtesy. Most children are taught at a very early age to say, “Thank you,” “Please,” and “Excuse me.” However, some stop saying those statements after they grow up. Those kind words are always appropriate to say, no matter how old we get.
By Margaret Minnicks15 days ago in Motivation
Look At Your Problem a Different Way
"In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world." (John 16:33) According to John 16:33, Jesus warns that we will have problems as long as we are in this world. Jesus' brother, James, advised us to count it all joy when we encounter any problems (James 1:2).
By Margaret Minnicks15 days ago in Motivation
Friends: Our Chosen Family
Friend: Definition According to most dictionaries, a friend is a person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection. True friendship is not one-sided. Each person respects and looks out for the other's well-being. The relationship is stronger than just knowing someone or being acquainted with a person. The relationship goes much deeper than that. In order to be a true friend, three components must always exist.
By Margaret Minnicks16 days ago in Families
The Birthday Party That Broke the Pattern
Introduction Some children collect toys or stickers. Sarah Peterson collects patterns. Numbers, letters, names, dates — if it fits, she notices it. If it matches, she loves it. And when her tenth birthday lands on the tenth day of the tenth month, she decides her celebration should be as perfectly arranged as the world she treasures. But even the most carefully planned day has room for surprise, and sometimes the unexpected guest is the one who changes everything.
By Margaret Minnicks16 days ago in Fiction
December 27 is National Fruitcake Day
Fruitcake is also known as a Christmas cake. December 27 is National Fruitcake Day. Fruitcake is a dried-fruit-laden dessert cake that is typically enjoyed around Christmas, but rarely eaten outside the holiday season. In fact, it is one of those items that is only in the grocery stores during the Christmas holiday.
By Margaret Minnicks16 days ago in Feast
God's Soap Operas
For decades, soap operas have filled living rooms with tangled relationships, whispered secrets, dramatic twists, and cliffhangers that keep viewers coming back for more. But long before daytime television, Scripture was already full of stories just as dramatic — yet woven with divine purpose, redemption, and revelation.
By Margaret Minnicks17 days ago in Geeks
Can You Legally Decorate Your Car for Christmas?
Every Christmas, American roads begin to shimmer with holiday spirit. Cars sport reindeer antlers, wreaths hang from grilles, and some drivers even attempt to wrap their vehicles in twinkling lights. It’s festive, fun, and undeniably eye‑catching, but here is a practical question:
By Margaret Minnicks19 days ago in Wheel
Topics To Avoid During Christmas Dinner Conversations
Dinner table conversation with friends and relatives is one of the most rewarding elements of any holiday gathering, but it's important to keep certain guidelines in mind to avoid making other guests feel uncomfortable.
By Margaret Minnicks19 days ago in Feast
The Gift That Came Wrapped in Flesh
Christmas is one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year when people rush to and fro preparing for the festive holiday. They buy gifts for family and friends. Some people spend more than they can afford just to get the right presents for those on their list.
By Margaret Minnicks19 days ago in FYI
