Friendship Breakups, Church Hurt, Mental Health, and Confessions of a Crappy Christian Why does it so often feel like Christians can’t talk about the real, hard stuff in life? We know our lives should reflect Jesus; what He did and said, and how He interacted with others. But if we’re being honest, there are days… [Continue Reading]
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When is the Homeschool Day Over?
When is the Homeschool Day Over? Out of all the questions that people have about homeschooling, this one tops the list. While the answer varies with each family, here are a few things to consider when it comes to setting a homeschool schedule, keeping on track, and knowing when the homeschool day is over. When… [Continue Reading]
The Importance of a Simple Homeschool Schedule
Never underestimate The Importance of a Simple Homeschool Schedule. Does making a school-at-home schedule intimidate you? Do you resist the idea of a schedule “tying you down?” Or maybe you love the idea but you just aren’t sure where to begin. A simple homeschool schedule can guide your day and help parents and kids focus on… [Continue Reading]
When the Story That Brought You Shame Becomes Your Life-Impacting Testimony
Have you ever wanted to have a life-impacting testimony as a Christian? But maybe you felt that your story was only one full of guilt, shame, and mistakes? Today I want to tell you about how my story, which brought me great shame, actually became my life-impacting testimony. When the Story That Brought You Shame… [Continue Reading]
How to Walk Out Your Healing
The way you walk out your healing can affect not just your own life, but also the lives of your children. Facing our past mistakes and finding forgiveness and healing in Christ is so important. Today, I share I found healing through walking out my faith and how that affected our family. Walk Out… [Continue Reading]
Re-Awaken Your Dreams, Mom
Is it time to reawaken your dreams, Mom? You don’t have to sacrifice the dreams of your heart. You can pursue the things God placed in your heart while serving Him and your family. I know, because I’ve done it, and you can too! Re-Awaken Your Dreams, Mom What dreams did you have as a… [Continue Reading]
The Power of Stories-Honoring Memorial Day
There is power in stories, I know because there are stories that have changed my life–I turned them into novels. These stories of bravery came from men and women who faced the horrors of war. When you read my historical fiction novels, I hope they give you a new understanding of the men who fought… [Continue Reading]
Help and Healing From Porn
Many need healing From Porn in the Czech Republic and, if you know me, you know that half of my heart is in there. From my first visit in 2000, I felt connected to the country in a way that I cannot explain. I have prayed for the Czech people since that time, and God… [Continue Reading]
5 Ways to Keep Your Sanity on the Sabbath
These 5 Ways to Keep Your Sanity on the Sabbath can help you refocus. The Sabbath is ordained by God as a gift and a blessing. So why don’t we receive it as such? If the Bible admonishes our rest, why aren’t we resting? Today, Marilyn Jansen shares how we can sit a spell with… [Continue Reading]
Your Guide to Finding True Happiness
Today I’m sharing about finding true happiness. And if you’re anything like me, this is something you’ve struggled with. What is true happiness? Where does it come from? Let’s look at what God says about finding true happiness, friend. What True Happiness Is and Is Not Looking back at my growing-up years, I can’t say… [Continue Reading]
My Review of the Movie Redeeming Love
Today I’m sharing my review of the movie Redeeming Love. Like many others, I’ve been anxiously awaiting the transition from book to movie. With such an important message it’s no wonder the movie is drawing lots of commentary. Let’s talk about the movie and how it might be a great retelling of a timely message… [Continue Reading]