*Affiliate links included. I tell you it’s HOT in Atlanta! My family and I went to the College Football Hall of Fame last Saturday and it was 102 degrees. This week is not much cooler. During days like this, I stay in the cool air …
*Affiliate links included. God has given each of us a special gift. He had you in mind when He lovingly bestowed your gift to you while He was forming you in your mother’s womb. Through the years, your gift has been either nurtured or stifled. …
Our oldest son Noah likes to think he is a parent. He wants in on all adult conversation. He wants input in the disciplinary decisions regarding his brothers. He has a hard time just being a kid. We go on a family walk/bike ride every …
There once was a time when I held my dream job. I loved going to work. I found satisfaction in my job and I couldn’t believe someone paid me to do it! Then I started having babies. Sweet, beautiful, kissable babies. My maternal instincts kicked …
“In fact, this is love for God: to keep his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith” 1 John 5:3-4 The Apostle John is often described …
If you missed yesterday’s post, Help, God, I’m Not a Counselor, you may want to read through it for encouragement in helping friends through tough times. In some cases, a friend will need to be referred to a professional Christian counselor to best help them. …
It may have happened to you. Your friend needs a listening ear and vents to you about her boss, boyfriend, or family. Maybe someone you hardly know turns to you because you “just seem like such a good listener.” Before you know it, you’re her …
All week I’ve considered this July 4th post and what to write. After last week’s Supreme Court ruling, threats of terrorism, and the horrendous racial attack against fellow believers in Charleston, SC, July 4th is more somber this year. When I think about July 4th …
Contentment I want to walk like Jesus walked I want to talk like Jesus talked I want to live like Jesus lived I want to love like Jesus loves I want to want what Jesus wants I want Jesus to be enough! But godliness actually is …
As my husband and I sat in the doctor’s office, we held hands and prayed. Soon the oncologist entered and greeted us. He seemed like a kind man, but his words sounded harsh: “You have incurable cancer.” “Will I be dead in six months?” I …
