“For You have been a stronghold to the poor, a stronghold to the needy in his distress, a shelter from the storm and a shade from the heat…” Isaiah 25:4 Today, Thanksgiving happens to be the 27th of the month. Which means I’m remembering the 27 million slaves in the world today, and even on … Read More about Learn…Love…Lift in Prayer: A Shelter From the Storm
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Blessed to Be a Blessing
I met a woman yesterday. Well, I sort of met her. I introduced myself, but she didn’t utter a word; she simply bowed her head and wept. I knew from the moment I saw her that she was utterly broken. Her tears flowed freely for the entire 75 minutes I was in her presence. Her … Read More about Blessed to Be a Blessing
Not Your Average Family Devotional
As a mom of young children, I’ve seen my share of family devotional books. I’m so grateful for godly men and women who create tools God uses to grow families. But one thing I’ve noticed about so many of these books is that they can be… well, boring. At least for me and my … Read More about Not Your Average Family Devotional
Life Lessons From Grandma
My Grandma died last Friday. In a way that felt too fast. Like I had been cheated out of “goodbye.” But also in a way that was merciful. Like for her sake, I was glad she didn’t linger. Or suffer. It’s not lost on me how blessed I am to have been close with three of … Read More about Life Lessons From Grandma
Protecting Your Marriage From Enemy Attacks
My husband is training for a new job, and today my heart was full of thanksgiving for the way he works hard in obedience to God, providing for our family through his employment. Until I remembered something that happened yesterday. Something that hurt my feelings and injured my pride. Something he humbly and sincerely apologized for … Read More about Protecting Your Marriage From Enemy Attacks
Stolen Treasure
This isn’t a homeschooling post, but I need to let you know that one of my favorite things about homeschooling is that I’m learning just as much as my kids are. If not more. About ancient history. And the field markings of birds. And a simple way to determine whether a number is divisible by 9. … Read More about Stolen Treasure
A New Christmas Tradition for My Family
There’s a certain charm to stuffed monkeys, isn’t there? Well, my kids think so, at least. Particularly a new friend in our house named Melk the Christmas Monkey. “Say what?” you ask. Yes, his name is Melk. (And if you’re like me, you might be wondering how in the world he got his name…but more … Read More about A New Christmas Tradition for My Family
Cultivating a Servant’s Heart
“Why wasn’t I chosen?” I wish I could tell you that my shoulders slumped as I looked at the list that didn’t contain my name. If they did, it was only for a split second before they stiffened, my chin rising a couple of inches as I looked down my nose at the names of those who were picked. I … Read More about Cultivating a Servant’s Heart
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