I thought it would be fun to mix things up a little and send you a short devotional for your day! This is something personal I learned recently in my own Quiet Time with the Lord. First, a little background: Several years ago, I realized how easy it was for me to awaken in the … Read More about A short devotional for your day TODAY!
Simple Ways to Raise Generous Kids in a “Satisfy Me” World
Here in the United States, many of us live in a culture of plenty. Most of the people reading this blog post have a roof over their heads, food to eat, clothes to wear, a vehicle for transportation, and access to the internet. Yet, the majority of people in our country do not. Poverty abounds, … Read More about Simple Ways to Raise Generous Kids in a “Satisfy Me” World
8 Things Wise Parents Do to Raise Healthy Children and Build a Family
I’m blogging over at Club31Women this week about God’s Delight in you. Here’s an excerpt: It takes wise parents to raise well-adjusted children and build a family. Here are some things parents can do to work toward that goal. There is so much confusion in today’s world on how we should “parent” our children. Multiple … Read More about 8 Things Wise Parents Do to Raise Healthy Children and Build a Family
Forming Realistic Expectations for the Holidays Amidst Conflicting Emotions
Are you already feeling overwhelmed as you look ahead to Thanksgiving and Christmas? Do the magazines showcasing beautiful decorations entice you with “must haves?” Are you excited? Or perhaps you are preparing yourself for disappointment? A wide range of emotions hit us at this time of year. For many, there’s a deep sadness- caused by the loss … Read More about Forming Realistic Expectations for the Holidays Amidst Conflicting Emotions
Five Powerful Areas to Pray for Your Children
I’m blogging over at Club31Women this week about God’s Delight in you. Here’s an excerpt: Our children need us to lift up powerful prayers to the Lord on their behalf. Here are five areas you can start with! “Does the idea of praying for your kids overwhelm you?” We had five kids in seven years … Read More about Five Powerful Areas to Pray for Your Children
Unconditionally Loved: How to Understand God’s Delight for You
I’m blogging over at Club31Women this week about God’s Delight in you. Here’s an excerpt: God’s delight in us feels far-fetched because we think he sees us only in our sin. But His love runs deeper than that! A scripture that has been meaningful to me lately is Psalm 35: 27b, “The Lord be exalted who delights in … Read More about Unconditionally Loved: How to Understand God’s Delight for You
Don’t Let Your Marriage Grow Stale | 6 Hints to Refresh Your Relationship
Do you ever feel stale in your marriage? Or maybe just stuck with a hunger for something more? If you are in the season of raising little kids, two parents with careers, or caring for elderly parents, it is normal to be emotionally and physically exhausted and just plain numb. Many of us are simply … Read More about Don’t Let Your Marriage Grow Stale | 6 Hints to Refresh Your Relationship
Let Me Tell You About Family Camp: Crazy, Wonderful, Fun & Incredibly LOUD
We have 5 kids, all married, and 21 grandchildren. Because we live in different states it’s hard for cousins to know one another so years ago we began hosting a “Cousin Camp” each summer. We began with 5 grands from 3 different families and the last few years all 21 grands attended. (No parents allowed!!) … Read More about Let Me Tell You About Family Camp: Crazy, Wonderful, Fun & Incredibly LOUD