“My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.” Proverbs 3:1-2 Real Men in the Making Raising boys makes a mama … Read More
Raising Our Children in True Freedom
“I will put my laws in their minds and write them on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people. No longer will they teach their neighbor, or say to one another, ‘Know the Lord,’ because … Read More
When People Talk
“Come near to God, and he will come near to you. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James 4:8,10 When People Talk Many years ago, while in college, I received a mean email first thing in … Read More
Mom To Mom with Kristall: Summer of Staying Week Ten
Dear Sweet Mama, I just love summertime—the warmth, loose schedule, and long days! As we approach the end of summer and see fall on the horizon, it’s easy to dread the impending change— school starting, busy schedules, and cooler weather. … Read More
An Example Worth Following
“Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 11:1 (ESV) An Example Worth Following Paul was quite bold. He knew that his life reflected Christ, so much so that he encouraged other believers to “be imitators of me, … Read More
Special Time Helps Us Stay Engaged
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 Special Time Helps Us Stay Engaged I have the end-of-summer blues! How do the delightful days of June and July disappear so quickly into school … Read More
Freedom In Christ
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” 2 Corinthians 3:17 Freedom In Christ I adore the freedom of summer! I love setting aside schedules, putting on sundresses and sandals, and enjoying late … Read More
Jesus is The Rock!
“For I proclaim the name of the Lord: ascribe greatness to our God. He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice, a God of truth and without injustice; righteous and upright is He.” Deuteronomy 32:3-4 (NKJV) … Read More
Mom To Mom with Rachel: Summer of Staying Week Nine
Dearest Mom, I am so thankful that you have been with us this summer. Being intentional and making time to spend with the Lord is the best gift you can give your husband as his wife, and your children as … Read More
Above the Storm
“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:2 Above the Storm One day while my children were bickering, God told me, “Be above the storm.” I was getting too emotionally involved in their arguments, so I was unable … Read More
From a Daughter’s Perspective: Do You Know What Your Love Does?
“When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. ‘Where have you laid him?’ he asked. ‘Come and see, Lord,’ they replied. Jesus wept.” John 11:33-35 From … Read More