Years ago when my children were much younger, I struggled to keep up. They required so much of my time and attention and were naughty (like, a lot). It seemed to escalate every time we were with friends or in … Read More
Receive God’s Grace Today
Moms, sometimes we need to push the reset button when the true meaning of GRACE has been forgotten. A fresh reminder helps us pass it on to our children. We CANNOT earn God’s favor, and neither can they. It is … Read More
Allow Joy to Spring Up Today
Oh, Mama, it is a good thing to long for the sweet presence of Jesus – He washes away the works of man! Like a mighty river, He cleanses and frees us from the bondage of expectation – “do’s and … Read More
Speak “Light” Today, Mama
The very first words God spoke (recorded in Scripture), are powerful and life-giving! “Let there be light”. (Genesis 1:3) Light brings hope and joy! It dispels darkness, warms and invigorates. It leads, guides and brings clarity to us. … Read More
My Thoughts vs. God’s Thoughts
Hello Friend, Does your saved (Christian) child struggle with negative thoughts? Even though they are saved, they can still believe lies about themselves; it’s hard for them to see how wonderfully God views them. This takes a renewing of the mind … Read More
Mama, Give Yourself Permission to Receive
Sweet Mama, right now we are in a season of constant giving, but are we giving ourselves permission to receive? Because of our busyness, it takes a lot of effort to accept grace, to receive love, to rest in the … Read More
Have you been wounded? Have you lost your way?
Pay close attention to your heart, sweet Mom! Personal wounds have a way of stamping false imprints into us which speak lies. They tell us we are someone we are not + hold us back from entering into God’s good … Read More
Day 28: Identifying With Jesus
“For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet He did not sin.” Hebrews 4:15 Identifying With Jesus … Read More
Mom to Mom with Mari Jo
Dear Mama, Your children are growing up so quickly—enjoy every minute you have with them. Though you may not hear it from important people in our culture today, what you are doing is the MOST important job in the world! … Read More
Mom to Mom with Mari Jo
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 Hello Dear Mamas! I trust you’re having a lot of fun and enjoying this wonderful summer season with your beautiful children! I always … Read More
Day Two: A Peaceful Home
“Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.” Ephesians 4:2-3 (NLT) A Peaceful … Read More