Dear Mama, What does it mean to be a spiritual parent? It means taking upon ourselves the God- given mandate to train our children to know God, to follow His precepts, and to trust His plans wholeheartedly. Sounds simple enough in theory, … Read More
Day 4: Creating an Environment of Serving
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” Romans 12:10-11 “I will often be able to serve another simply as an act of love … Read More
Day 5: Creating an Environment of Course Correction
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Make level paths for your feet, so … Read More
Day 6: Creating an Environment of Modeling
“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2 “The best things your children will learn … Read More
Spiritual Parenting: Parenting God’s Way
I often have this conversation with my children where I ask them, “why do you think God gave parents to children? Why didn’t He just let them come to the world on their own?” Funny question, but it’s my way … Read More
Mom to Mom with Rachel
Dearest Mom, Parenting is hard. Parenting in our own strength is even harder. So why do we have the temptation to do this monumental thing apart from our Savior? It’s because we, myself included, often lose sight of His hand over our … Read More
Day One: Creating an Environment of Storytelling
“So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for … Read More
Creating an Environment of Identity
“And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance…” Ephesians 1:13-14a … Read More
Creating an Environment of Faith Community
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” Ephesians 5:15-17 “The faith of … Read More
Mom to Mom with Krystle
Dear Mom, I know that at times I need a gentle reminder that I am my husband’s companion; not a roommate, not a life partner, not merely a friend or comrade, but his dearest companion. God made you your husband’s companion … Read More
Our Words: An Invitation to Peace or the Provoking of War
“Kind words are like honey- sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” Proverbs 16:24 (NLT) “Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.” Blaise Pascal Good morning Mom! Our study today teaches us about the huge … Read More