When I give my "it" to God I am not setting it free to fly and let the universe decide to bring it back or not. Instead, I am surrendering my plans to a personal God who loves me and knows what is best for my heart. Being OK with Where You Are I have no idea what your "it" is ... in fact, some days I'm not even sure what mine is. I'm sure I did know, long before the laundry piled up and the pre-algebra homework lasted until bedtime. But now, somehow, I just feel like I'm treading ... [Read More]
Thoughts on Sin and Grace
{This post ended up being a lot longer than normal. Apparently I had a lot to say.} My girl is 13. She's in 8th grade. She's a cheerleader, a dancer, and in her school's Show Choir. She has a boyfriend and a cell phone. I'm sure there are those who think we are too permissive ... she, of course, thinks we are overprotective. I hope and pray we are wise and discerning. It isn't easy raising kids these days. The world is full of sex and drugs and abductions and more awful stuff then I care ... [Read More]
Be Present … Don’t Wish Today Away!
I used to think I had this mothering thing figured out. Now, most days I vacillate between trusting grace for the mistakes I've made and fighting fear for the mistakes I will make next. It's easy for me to get caught up in regret over what has already happened or to fill my head and heart with worry over what will happen next. Maybe you can relate? Every season of parenting has brought its own hilarity and conundrums. Some phases have been easier than others. But each has ended and ... [Read More]
{Sunday Scripture} Psalm 16:11
We live in a world filled with discontent and discord. Heartache and sorrow seem to abound. But as believers we have this promise we can trust ... He is sufficient and in His presence there is joy. Take time to find joy in His presence today. ... [Read More]
When You Want to Guide Your Girl toward God
I'm good at some "mom" things. I can fix my girl's hair pretty much any way she wants it. I'm learning how to create some pretty amazing nail art. I don't loathe watching all the cheesy Disney movies. And I know how to make a mean tie-dye waffle. But one area I'm realizing I haven't been as diligent in is the one area that really matters most: guiding my girl's heart toward God. I know, I could get asked to quit writing for Mothers of Daughters and maybe even Hope for the Weary Mom ... [Read More]
3 Ways to Invest in Your Marriage
Marriage is hard work sometimes. I'd be lying out right if I said anything else. But it's also the most rewarding relationship we can ever have on earth. Tonight I'll be teaching Song of Songs at my Bible study. We'll be talking about what makes marriages last ... and how we can protect ours from the lies of this world. More and more I'm aware how fiercely marriages are being attacked and how diligently we need to be investing in and protecting them. I've been reading Love to Stay by ... [Read More]
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