Three ways to help a family who just received a cancer diagnosis
Whether you’ve walked alongside someone or faced it yourself, you know there’s never a good time or circumstance to receive a cancer diagnosis—and…
Four truths about childhood for grandparents to embrace
Vacation requests were approved and tickets bought. Beds were ready and the refrigerator was stocked. Finally, the day came! Our three grandchildren…
Three ways to support a family living through a severe childhood illness
Have you ever received that call? You know the one—the dreaded “we heard back from the doctor” call. When you watch a friend or family member walk…
5 ways to talk about faith with teenagers during the Olympics
Despite all odds, the 2020 Olympic Games are happening now in Tokyo. The irony of the “2020” Games taking place in 2021 is not lost on the young…
A word to parents of college-bound kids
I will be honest—this is a hard one for me to write. Why? Because it is just a little bit too real life. It is easy to write about seasons past or…
Hope for when honoring your parents is hard
Growing up, I had a good relationship with my parents. Honoring and obeying them came relatively easy. But when I hit adulthood, things got…
Determine my steps: Pause, look, consider, and rest in the Lord
His wavy, blonde hair was damp and tousled, and his cheeks were flushed. I couldn’t help but smile at both signs of a quality afternoon nap as he…
Mothering with chronic pain: His grace is sufficient for me
Since being diagnosed with Lyme disease about four years ago, my body has been in a daily wrestling match with chronic pain. Some days are easier…
Learning and teaching patience
Most nights when it’s not too cold or rainy, our family of three walks down to the shore nearby our home. Sitting on the rocks or wading in the…
