“In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 I am blessed with eight wonderful children, and I thank God for these precious gifts. In the Bible, God says that … Read More
Affirming Self-Talk
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” ~ John 14:26 I am going to admit it, I … Read More
Be Kind to Yourself
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”~Psalms 139:13-14 NIV Sweet Mom, over the course … Read More
“The Challenge of Environment”
“A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart…What you say flows from what is in your heart.” – Luke 6:45 (NLT) Hey, mamas! Today, we are talking about preserving joy by protecting our hearts and … Read More
Overcoming Negative Thoughts
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24 (ESV) Some days, I nail it with motherhood. Monday was such a day, it was a perfect summer day with … Read More
Turn Your Groaning Into Gratitude
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” Psalm 100:4 My husband and I are American missionaries in South Africa. We have encountered extreme need as we have fed the hungry, … Read More
Look for the JOY in Each Day
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 How we live our days, burdened or joyful, stressed or blessed, despair or hopeful, is all in our … 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 … Read More
The Challenge of What’s True
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” Psalm 119:105 How many times have you been advised to “Follow your heart?” It’s a popular philosophy in today’s feelings-driven culture. However, real joy does not lie … Read More
Joy Is Available to You Today!
“Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your … Read More
Choosing Joy One Day at a Time
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” Proverbs 31:25 “What happened here?” I asked my boys while scanning the family room. I had picked up the house before we went to bed, but … Read More