“For He himself is our peace…” (Ephesians 2:14a) Jesus is our peace. That beautiful night Jesus was born, shepherds were sitting on the hillside with their sheep when a heavenly host of angels appeared singing out, “Glory to God in the … Read More
Mom To Mom with Tara F.
“You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy.” 1 Peter 1:8 (NLT) Dear Believer, We don’t have to figure out … Read More
Joy in Hard Times
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.” -Romans 12:12 “Joy is not the absence of suffering. It is the presence of God.” Robert Schuller Remember to call your prayer partner today. In the midst of … Read More
The JOY of Sharing the Gospel
“Restore to me the joy of your salvation and uphold me with a willing spirit.” Psalm 51:12 “Emmanuel. God with us. He who resided in Heaven, co-equal and co-eternal with the Father and the Spirit, willingly descended into our world. … Read More
Giving the True Gift of Christmas
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your … Read More
Stuff those Stockings with Memories
My #1 favorite idea EVER for a Christmas stockings stuffer is…a JOURNAL. You may be wondering WHY I’d recommend such a basic (boring?) thing. Let me explain… Buy your child(ren), yourself, and your spouse, a Christmas themed journal and … Read More
Hope For the Messiah
“May your unfailing love be with us, LORD, even as we put our hope in you.” Psalm 33:22. The quote from the song, “O Holy Night” sums up our first Advent theme—hope. There were about 41 generations from Abraham to … Read More
Having Childlike Wonder At Christmas
“If you tenderly care for this little child on my behalf, you are tenderly caring for me. And if you care for me, you are honoring my Father who sent me. The one who is least important in your eyes … Read More
Peace At Christmas
“Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.” 2 Corinthians 13:11 “God can work peace through us only … Read More
Peace Speaks the Impossible Truth
“And he will be our peace.” Micah 5:5a “If God be our God, He will give us peace in trouble. When there is a storm without, He will make peace within. The world can create trouble in peace, but God … Read More
Mom to Mom with Leslie
“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation.” 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NLT) Dear Help Club Moms, Merry Christmas! One of my favorite things to do around Christmas time is turn … Read More