As women, we often experience a wide range of emotions on any given day. To our husbands and children–and even to ourselves–these mood changes can seem like multiple personalities. You may meet some of your “other selves” in this encouraging, allegorical podcast. To access this …
Motherhood
Cutting the Apron Strings
When we found out we were going to have a child we began to dream of what he or she would become. We knew we would raise this child to love the Lord and follow His direction for his or her life. As young idealistic parents, we …
Mission Field in My Own Backyard
As the last days of school arrived and our children filled the house for another fun summer, I approached the days with mixed emotions. I love the less-structured days and the joy of spending time with my children. But I also wrestled with the feeling …
The Value of Motherhood
The Value of Motherhood Moms often struggle with the question, “Who am I?” as they spend their days investing in everyone else. This message will encourage you to see the true significance in a seemingly mundane job.
Superheroes of the Faith
Are you perpetuating the myth of Supermom? I am guilty of doing so. I play Supermom when someone says, “I just don’t know how you do it all!” and I just smile instead of answering, “I don’t do it all!” I also perpetuate the myth …
Preparing My Heart for Motherhood
Preparing My Heart For Motherhood Motherhood: What a significant yet daunting role. Where do we find inspiration for the long journey of parenting from infancy to adulthood? In Preparing My Heart for Motherhood Ann Stewart, author of two other Bible studies and mother of two …
Mother’s Day Expectations
I have noticed personally and in talking with friends over the years, that Mother’s Day can be a difficult day for many. This sometimes is due in part to expectations of a particular gift, a special dinner, the vision of how your family will honor …
Pancake Chat
“He tends His flocks like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart; He gently leads those that have young.” Isaiah 40:11 (NIV) Jesus has such a simple way of loving and showing His care for His …
Things Moms Leave Behind
A bride was cooking a special dinner as her new husband watched her. She took the ham out of the refrigerator, sliced both ends off and placed it in a baking pan. Interested in her every move her husband asked, “Why did you cut off …
Nuggets for Raising Godly Children
1) Spend quiet time alone with the Lord. Ask Him to help determine your home environment and set goals to achieve this with His direction. Proverbs 14:1 speaks of the important role we have as women to build up our homes, not tear them down. Determine that your …