Saturday Scripture Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 Prayer Thank you for your compassion. Give me reminders of your love throughout my days. Show me the steadfastness of… [Continue Reading]
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Hope For Bible Study Newbies (Who Want to Train their Kids Well)
Hope For Bible Study Newbies (Who Want to Train their Kids Well) I’m not sure I should admit this, but as much as I loved Women Living Well, I felt a twinge of jealousy as I read chapter two. Unexpected emotions rolled around in my gut as I read about how Courtney’s mother sat down… [Continue Reading]
Bible Study Brainstorm: 7 Ideas for Busy Moms
Do you need a Bible Study Brainstorm in this season? I completely understand and I’m here to help! These 7 ideas will help you make time for pouring God’s Word into your parched soul. Be blessed, Mom! Bible Study Brainstorm: 7 Ideas for Busy Moms There being sixteen years between babies, I had forgotten a… [Continue Reading]
Where Joy Is Found: Awana Making A Difference in the Kibera Slums
Joy where I never expected I watched my step as I moved through the thick, smelly mud. My red boots sunk into the mix of trash and slime. A few inches to my right was a channel cutting through the pathway, filled with human waste. To my left a woman, wearing a cast off t-shirt… [Continue Reading]
Awana Go to Kenya!
As a full-time wife, full-time mom, and full-time writer (plus part-time mentor) I’m super picky about what my kids are involved in. Even though we had seasons of t-ball, 4-H, dance, soccer, art classes and language lessons there were only a few things we focused on long-term: 1. Homeschool basketball 2. Homeschool choir… [Continue Reading]
5 Benefits of Reading God’s Word {and One Big Problem}
Do you struggle with being faithful in your bible reading? Tricia Goyer shares some help and 5 benefits of reading God’s word. She also shares one big problem which might surprise you… 5 Benefits of Reading God’s Word At the beginning of this year, I felt the desire to read through my Bible again. I’ve… [Continue Reading]
The True Story of Noah (And 4 Ways it Applies to You)
The True Story of Noah (And 4 Ways it Applies to You) I’ve yet to see the Noah movie with Russell Crowe. Some of family saw it, and I like my oldest son’s quote, “I liked the book better.” The book?! Yes, the book. If you haven’t read it, here is the true story of… [Continue Reading]
Merry Christmas (Plus Winners from 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways Announced)
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 NIV Merry Christmas, my wonderful readers! I hope you have a bright Christmas day, filled with family,… [Continue Reading]
Praying for Your Husband Through Ephesians | Guest Post by Kimberly Campbell
I’ve lived in Little Rock over three years, and I’m thankful for the friendships I’ve made. Because of social media I’ve been able to connect with some amazing woman who’ve recently moved into town. I met Kimberly this way. She’s a writer, photographer, wife, and mom of two little guys. She also pours out wisdom,… [Continue Reading]
Moments with God
Near the end of a deadline, an amazing thing happens to my daily Bible reading: It literally doubles in length. When I assign myself the number of chapters I write PER DAY, then it would be easy to write-off spending an hour in God’s Word and prayer. Instead, I make sure to schedule this time… [Continue Reading]
Catchy Phrases | Guest Post by Susan Milligan and Shea Wood
In our society we love catchy phrases. Slogans really stick with us. Do you know the product that goes with these slogans? “Softens hands while you do dishes.” “I’m lovin’ it!” “Good to the last drop.” Answers: (Palmolive, McDonald’s, Maxwell House) These are all great marketing slogans and we remember them well! Then there are… [Continue Reading]