Children Are the Most Important Work

“Jesus left there and went along the sea of Galilee. Then he went up on the mountainside and sat down. Great crowds came to him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at his … Read More

Real Men in the Making

“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

Enjoying Motherhood

“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” Proverbs 31:25 Enjoying Motherhood Being a mom is incredible, but it can also be incredibly hard. I try to get the house picked up before I … Read More

Draw Your Children Close This Summer

“Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him.” Psalm 127:3 (NLT) Draw Your Children Close This Summer It is finally summer! But instead of simply viewing this time as a break, choose to see it as … 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

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