“Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.’” John 14:23 I lived in the same house for my entire childhood. My … Read More
Everyone Desires the Safety of Home
“Rock-solid security is found in the fear of the Lord, and within it one’s children find refuge.” Proverbs 14:26 ISV In light of current events, I wonder if our homes are a haven for our children? Our vigilance must go … Read More
God’s Got You Bubble Wrapped!
I have four young sons – four rumble, tumble, fearless sons. I have often said that I wish I could wrap them in bubble wrap to keep them safe. However, as I read scripture, I realized that God already has … Read More
Praying for Your Child
Have you ever thought about how food makes us grow? Pause a moment and think about it. Our food converts to energy and then we find ourselves growing as our bodies use up that energy. I’d love to share a … Read More
Pressing into Home During This Challenging Season
What an interesting season, or should I say year, this has been! It seems like the fog may be lifting, just a bit, and we are (very slowly) beginning to adjust back to our “normal” life. I have a suspicion … Read More
Mothering in God’s Strength
“My GRACE is sufficient for you, for My STRENGTH is made perfect in Weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 Motherhood is hard. Many times I cry out to God to please, HELP! My perpetually growing children give me a steady flow of … Read More
The Blessings Of My Heritage
“You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to receive the salvation that comes by trusting in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:15 (NLT) I grew up in an incredible home where my … Read More
Seek God for Your Marriage
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” Mark 10:9 Dear Mom, Just considering the idea of believing in our marriage feels weighty and so very important! We live in a culture that says, “If you aren’t happy, … Read More
Six Simple Ways to Encourage Your Spouse
“Encourage one another…build each other up…” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Ted and I are about to celebrate 19 years of marriage! Wow! I remember SO clearly, 19 years ago, how absolutely excited I was to become Mrs. Ted Egly. I would … Read More
You Have Already Overcome!
“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” 1 John 4:4 I don’t know about you, friend, but I feel like I … Read More
How to Be a Godly Wife in a Feminist World
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and put them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against the … Read More