Kellie Renfroe founded Mentoring Moments in 2005 with two friends as a way to introduce women to the benefits of godly mentoring. Happily married for 23 years to Greg Renfroe, they have one daughter (13 years old) and three sons (19, 11, and 8 …
Gentleness: Strength under Control
Have you ever spent time with a horse? Most of them weigh over 1200 pounds. Not only do they outweigh humans, but they also out power us. However, with the right training and leadership you can ride and lead them. When I think about gentleness, …
Gentleness ~ The Spirit of Christ at Work
Gentleness sees the lost and reaches out with a caring hand and loving tone. “The woman was surprised, for Jews refuse to have anything to do with Samaritans. She said to Jesus, “You are a Jew, and I am a Samaritan woman. Why are you …
The 50 Best Things About Moving
To those moving this summer: A fresh start is a good thing. It gives you a chance to begin anew with a clean slate, and that’s always good. Your apprehension brings you closer to Christ and your family learns to depend upon each other more …
Biblical Ways to Offer Kindness
“Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance.” Romans 2:4 Thy loving kindness is better than life, Thy loving kindness is better than life. My …
Leave “If Only” Behind
Just last week I was talking with a dear friend who experienced a disappointment in a relationship and has struggled to stop longing for life to return to how it used to be. As she shared her feelings, God stirred in my heart a passage …
Tough Decisions about Tomorrow
Every day we make decisions. Some decisions are life-altering and require much time and attention. As children of God, we have “an edge” when it comes to making important choices. We can look back over our lives and see where God has been at work. …
Memorial Day 2013
On this Memorial Day 2013 let’s remember the men and women who have served and continue to serve our great nation, the United States of America. For the families who have lost loved ones in the military, or may be separated due to active service, …
Emotional Submission: Do You Say Yes When You Mean No?
Do you say yes when you mean no? Some spouses struggle with the problem of emotional submission. This is a different issue from spiritual submission. Spiritual submission is a positive act of voluntarily yielding in love. Emotional submission is a negative act of saying yes …
Our Tongue Will Always Tell the Story
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:14] Someone once said “Sometimes I get the feeling the whole world is against me. But deep down I know …