Motherhood grows compassion
An upsetting thing has happened to me since becoming a mother almost three years ago, an awakening of sorts. Where I once went about my days mostly…
Let go and hang on: A single mother’s perspective
Jochebed moved the bulrushes quietly as she waded knee-deep in the Nile. Inside the wicker basket in her hands, she could hear the soft sounds of her…
How God fills our hearts & a special Valentine’s dessert
Ever wonder why we can achieve goals or obtain coveted material possessions, yet still feel like something is missing? There are many things in life…
Four tips to help busy moms be more like Jesus
When I was growing up in France as a missionary kid, we would sometimes host family or friends visiting from the States. They would often ask if…
Praying for our strong-willed kids
When people ask me to describe Harriette I usually say, “a lot.” She is a lot of everything. A lot of fun. A lot of love. A lot of joy. A lot of…
3 Everyday family moments that can become faith-filled prayers
I will never forget holding my precious, beautiful daughter in my arms and tearfully confessing to my friend, “I think I’m a bad mom.” At that…
Seven truths about your child’s spiritual development
There are things we can observe about our children. We can watch them grow physically. We can see them develop cognitively, and even see them mature…
Parenting with grace-filled habits: An honest reflection of “Habits of the Household”
Originally published on Denison Forum While reading Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms by Justin Earley,…
Discovering Jesus as my rescuer
If you had asked me ten years ago to describe who God is, my answer would’ve sounded theologically accurate. I would’ve listed names I knew were…
