Mary Rooney Armand
Mary Rooney Armand is an Author and Speaker focusing on how to live transformed through our relationship with Christ. She helps others grow in their intimacy with Christ and thrive in their personal relationships. Mary lives in New Orleans with her husband Cory and four children. Besides writing and speaking, she teaches Bible Studies and leads small groups. Mary has a Master's in Business Administration and is a Life Coach. She is the creator of ButterflyLiving and wrote two books, the Bible Study, “Identity” and the devotional collaboration, Life Changing Stories, available on Amazon. Connect with Mary on Instagram or Facebook.
Teaching Kids How to Develop Strong Character
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Teaching kids how to develop strong character is not an easy task for parents. Although most of us would love to be described as a person of strong character, modeling and teaching character to our kids is a difficult job. Strong character is so important to our family, that we have intentionally focused on how…
Read More Who am I? What is Identity in Christ? 3 Inspiring Answers to Life Changing Questions
By Mary Rooney Armand |
When I was a little girl, my family attended church regularly and I loved it! I felt God near me, learned the Bible, and was embraced by our community of faith. I participated in children’s programs, went to kids camps, and was involved in Youth for Christ. I felt loved and secure in my identity…
Read More What are the 3 Types of Friendships and How Understanding Leads to Better Friendships
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Friendships are extremely valuable in life, and it is helpful to recognize the 3 types of friendships we experience. When we understand the old adage, 3 types of friendships–reason, season, and lifetime–it explains why we meet friends, how we keep friends but also why we lose friends through change or conflict. As I journey through…
Read More How to Calm Down when Stressed: 4 Tips to Help You Find Peace
By Mary Rooney Armand |
My teenagers love the phrase ‘calm down’ except when it is applied to them, of course! Actually, I haven’t met anyone who likes to be told to calm down. The overused sentiment is usually expressed as a minor outburst or dramatic reaction, but in reality, learning how to calm down when stressed is helpful when we…
Read More What Does the Bible say About Generosity? 5 Powerful Bible Verses
By Mary Rooney Armand |
In order to become generous we need to experience gratitude and appreciation.
Read More Choosing Faith over Fear & 3 Types of Fear that Hold Us Back
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Faith over fear does not mean our faith will eliminate the things we fear. It means we choose to walk by faith as we process our fear. When we take a leap of faith in life, we trust that God walks beside us regardless of the outcome. Faith over fear reminds me of a story…
Read More 6 Ways of Finding Hope in Difficult Times and Seeking Blessings
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Finding hope in difficult times is challenging. Experiencing stressful, life-altering events often leads to despair which then threatens to swallow your desire and ability to trust God. But our faith muscle grows strongest when tested by the trials of life. God does not promise a stress-free life but He does promise to guide and walk…
Read More Trusting God in Times of Uncertainty: 6 Ways God Rescues Us
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Uncertainty in life is difficult to face especially when we feel alone. In a recent dream, I was reminded that trusting God in times of uncertainty is possible when we put our trust in Him and not our circumstances. When we put our trust in God, it helps us know we are already rescued by…
Read More Are you Feeling Vulnerable? There is a Way to Find Courage
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Feeling vulnerable is uncomfortable; at least for me. Recently I experienced a situation that made me evaluate how I come to terms with vulnerability and if courage is a position I am able to take. Are you feeling vulnerable? There is a way to find courage and trust God. What Does it Mean to Feel…
Read More How to Overcome Obstacles Through Faith
By Mary Rooney Armand |
An obstacle is anything that gets in our way and is not usually expected or desired. Learning how to overcome obstacles begins very early in life. Babies learn how to crawl around furniture, toys, and people. As we grow, the opportunities to learn how to overcome obstacles increase in number and size. In adulthood, the…
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