Mary Rooney Armand
Mary Rooney Armand is an Author, Speaker, and Creator of the faith-based blog ButterflyLiving.org. Her stories help others grow in their intimacy with Christ and thrive in their relationships. Her work is featured on multiple websites including CrossMap, Woman of Noble Character, Pray with Confidence, and The Brave Women Series. Mary is the author of, “Identity, Understanding, and Accepting Who I Am in Christ” and, “Life Changing Stories” a collaboration with 34 authors sharing stories of God’s faithfulness. Besides writing, Mary leads small groups and speaks at retreats. She directed Kids Hope USA, a mentoring program for children, worked in marketing and sales, and has led mission trips to Honduras. Mary is a life coach with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and an MBA. She and her wonderful husband Cory live in Louisiana and are the parents of four children, a new daughter-in-law, and two dogs! Connect with Mary on Instagram or Facebook.
What is Identity in Christ? 3 Inspiring Answers to a Life Changing Question
By Mary Rooney Armand |
When I was a little girl, my family attended church regularly and I loved it–feeling God near me, learning Bible verses, and embracing our faith community. I participated in children’s programs, attended camp, and was involved in Youth for Christ. I felt loved and secure in my identity in Christ. During this time, seeds of…
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What are the 3 Types of Friendships? How Understanding Helps You Build Stronger Friendships
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Friendships are valuable, and it is helpful to recognize and understand, “what are the 3 types of friendships”. When we understand the adage, 3 types of friendships–reason, season, and lifetime–it explains why we meet friends, how we keep friends, and why we lose friends through change or conflict. As I journey through life my friends…
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How to Calm Down when Stressed: 4 Tips to Help You Find Peace in God
By Mary Rooney Armand |
My teenagers love the phrase ‘calm down’ except when applied to them. Actually, I haven’t met anyone who likes to be told to calm down. The overused sentiment is usually expressed after a minor incident or dramatic reaction, but in reality, learning how to calm down when stressed is helpful when we face certain situations.…
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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.
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Choosing Faith Over Fear: 3 Types of Fear that Hold You Back
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Faith over fear does not mean our faith will eliminate things we fear. It means we choose to walk by faith as we process our fear. When we take a leap of faith, we trust that God walks beside us regardless of the outcome. Faith over fear reminds me of a story of overcoming my…
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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 threatening 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 beside us…
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Trusting God in Times of Uncertainty: 6 Ways God Rescues Us
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Uncertainty in life is difficult to handle 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. The love and complete acceptance of Christ help us put our trust in God Jesus sacrificed…
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Are you Feeling Vulnerable? Finding Courage by Trusting God
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Feeling vulnerable is an uncomfortable position, at least for me. I experienced a situation that made me evaluate how to come to terms with vulnerability and how my faith and trust in God would make me courageous. Are you feeling vulnerable? There is a way to find courage and trust God. What Does it Mean…
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Overcoming Obstacles Through Faith: 5 Helpful Bible Verses and Tips
By Mary Rooney Armand |
An obstacle is anything that gets in our way that is not usually expected or desired. Overcoming obstacles takes practice and intentionality. 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…
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What Does it Mean to be Chosen by God?
By Mary Rooney Armand |
Have you wondered, what does it mean to be chosen by God? I hope so because it is a life-changing question that will lead you on a journey of revelation and growth. Nothing is required for us to be chosen by God. Jesus already accomplished our salvation over 2000 years ago on a cross. I…
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