Lately, I’ve been thinking about shelter. In times of economic or political or personal crisis, we long for a shelter. When fears of every type overwhelm us, we long for protection. When we are afraid, we want to run for safety. And we want to shelter and protect our children and grandchildren. Once when we … Read More about Shelter
10 Hot Tips for Disciplining Toddlers
“My kids are driving me crazy,” a young mother with toddlers said to me. “My discipline methods don’t seem to work. My children are so strong willed. I am frustrated. They are frustrated. Some days I don’t even like my children!” Honest emotions from a very normal mother! We’ve all felt this way at many different … Read More about 10 Hot Tips for Disciplining Toddlers
Do you really believe God loves you?
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day. Lots of gifts, cards, and expressions of love. Love is a hot commodity. We all want to experience it. Love inspires, fulfills, and often disappoints. As human beings we are going to disappoint one another in our attempts to love, and we are going to be disappointed. Human love is fickle. … Read More about Do you really believe God loves you?
Turning Conflict in Marriage into a ‘Good-Fit’
“I never knew how different we are. The longer we are married the more our differences seem to surface. And they cause conflict! Is this normal? What’s the matter with us? What can we do about it?” Conflict in marriage is normal. We are all self-centered, selfish people and we think we are right. Our … Read More about Turning Conflict in Marriage into a ‘Good-Fit’
Please Listen to Me
“Are you listening to me?” I asked my husband when he began looking at his bookshelf while I was trying to tell him something I thought was important. “Sorry, honey,” he replied and sat down giving me eye contact. He’s learned after 47 years of marriage! But I too have learned, and I too am still … Read More about Please Listen to Me
Am I too Introspective?
My young friend was in a hard place. He was newly married and had no job. A deeply committed believer, he was struggling with God. Many times he cried out to Him. “God, what are you doing in my life? Am I doing something wrong? Why aren’t you leading me?” Thorough self- examination provided no … Read More about Am I too Introspective?
I Need Grace in my Marriage
Do you need grace in your marriage? I do. Lately, I’ve realized how easy it is for me to get irritated or frustrated over the smallest things my husband John does or forgets to do. He’s forever losing his smart phone or the car keys. My natural tendency is to roll my eyes and groan … Read More about I Need Grace in my Marriage
Raising “Other-Centered” Kids in a “Self-Centered” World
“It’s my ball. I want it now.” “I want that blouse; you never let me get anything new.” “The coach should let me start in the game.” “I don’t want to do that; “I want to go out with my friends.” “I don’t like this food.” Me, Mine, I…sound familiar? Translation: It’s your job as my … Read More about Raising “Other-Centered” Kids in a “Self-Centered” World
