Sometimes we want to hold on to being right, not really thinking about the cost. But forgiveness in marriage offers a freedom pride never could. I replayed the conversation in my mind over and over again. I listened to the words, the responses, dissected the motives and tone and made mental tally marks for each…
When you are intentional about working for the Lord, making your house a home through prayer becomes a powerful way to invite Christ into your home. “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 (NASB) I stood in the middle of my kitchen,…
Younger women are often hungry for a mentor to help disciple and guide them through faith and mothering and just life. Are you in need or available? I have fond memories of Jana, the senior who discipled me during my sophomore year of college. She had beautiful eyes that smiled when she did, and a…
Remembering God seems to be a bit of a lost art today as our busy schedules keep us moving from one thing to the next. How can we pause and remember? In our Instant Pot world, we have learned to shave time from every task because we are people in a hurry. But knowing God…
Do you take the time to enjoy what’s right in front of you? How can you be intentional about numbering your days with wisdom? So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 Only thirty summers. Doesn’t seem like many, does it? Now, clearly, this is merely…
Maybe you’ve been there? When bible reading feels like the last thing you want to do because it’s dry and boring? How can you be refreshed in His Word? Can we just say the honest thing out loud? Sometimes opening God’s Word does not feel like the most exciting work we will do all day….
As parents, sometimes we don’t realize how valuable our undivided attention is to our children. How can you make your child feel heard? When You Don’t Hear Them I was upstairs getting ready for bed one night when I heard my husband, J.J., calling Chelsea, our thirteen-yearold dachshund, in a really sweet voice to come…
While having only one day to celebrate the mom in your life (or yourself!) is not enough, we love the chance to gather a few of our favorite books for Christian moms into one list. If you’re a mom, we hope you set aside some time to relax this Mother’s Day—reading, sleeping, sitting on the…
Being annoyed stems from our own thoughts, not others’ actions. Success can be found through prayer, Scripture, and practical exercises. “A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel.” Proverbs 15:18 (NIV) I ride in the passenger seat as my husband drives our family to church. My mind has…
Creating a happy marriage depends on each spouse living for God and seeking to serve the other. It’s not all about what you get from it. Our wedding day. The day we get married, we see ourselves entering a happy marriage and living an amazing life together. Most of us don’t consider the storms that…
When we feel desperate, we don’t think clearly. The best thing we can do is seek the Lord and let Him fill us with peace and purpose. Many times, in my life I’ve gotten stuck. Have you? A concern for a child, a friend in crisis, an unsatisfactory conversation with my husband, a misunderstanding with…
Check out this list of books and devotionals that encourage us to love our kids more deeply and teach them about God’s truth for Easter. The celebration of Jesus’ resurrection at Easter is just a few short weeks away and with it the opportunity to fill up your child’s Easter basket with stories that will…
Unlock the power of unwavering faith! Learn to build your own ‘war chest of faith’ and discover how to navigate doubts with confidence. I still remember the first day we pulled into the driveway of our new home. My heart sank as I watched a big ole fire ant climbing up the garage door. Most…
Discover God’s love, debunk misconceptions, curb discouragement, and find solace in the relatable nature of Jesus in our human experience. No temptation has overtaken you except something common to mankind, and God is faithful, so He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the…
“The Lord is your Keeper.” Psalm 121:5a ESV Are you feeling overwhelmed or depleted this Christmas time? Take heart, dear friend. The Lord is your Keeper. God is keeping YOU as you care for the people He has placed in your life right now. He is upholding you as cook, clean, cultivate, plan, work, minister,…
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