Behold Our Caring Father
Recently, I was asked to speak about our caring Father at local ladies fellowship. I agreed, thinking, “easy peasy.” As it turns out that’s kind of true. There’s plenty to say, but there’s also plenty to say. If you look…
How Can We Mourn With Those Who Mourn?
Recently, I was reminded of a time when tragedy struck in our church family, and as a result, we were suddenly in the midst of planning a very unexpected funeral. Through the sadness, I witnessed church members effortlessly jump into…
The Cost Of Christianity: Losing Relationships
We tell people about Christ, as we should, and we encourage them to repent and believe. All good things. However, sometimes Christians make the mistake of making born-again Christianity sound too good. Being a believer doesn’t instantly solve every problem.…
Homeschool Mom Problems: Get A Life
“What do you do for fun?” I’ve heard that countless times over the years when I’m meeting someone new. My response is typically a glazed over stare and an uncomfortable giggle. Nowadays, my main hobby is chasing the 8-ball. In…
You’ve Been Adopted: The Family Of God
This doesn’t apply to everyone, but there are quite a few Christians who have challenging relationships with their families. It can make you feel like an emotional orphan who doesn’t really belong anywhere or to anyone. However, that couldn’t be…
The 10 Worst Pieces Of Marriage Advice I’ve Ever Heard
Being engaged is such a beautiful time in a woman’s life, and she wants to share the joy of the moment with everyone around her. People look at the ring, ask about wedding colors, compliment the fiancé, and begin to…
Always A Visitor, Never A Villager
My church recently celebrated its 150th anniversary. Aside from the reign of terror that logistics have on an event this size, it was a great day. Picture, if you will, a church building filled with current members of all ages,…
Plan For A Problem: Walking Through Proverbs 7
If you ever go on a trip with me, even just a day trip, you’ll either love having me around or feel a growing sense of annoyance. As a chronic overthinker (and overpacker), I have thought through dozens of unlikely…
10 Habits Of Good Christian Fathers
Our current culture diminishes fathers’ inherent value in families. Modern feminists choose to raise kids without a man in their lives, usurp their husbands in the home concerning child-rearing, and/or vilify men who fit the “cisgender” label. Fathers, however, are…
Stop Trying To Parent Your Adult Children
Every time I’m around when a Christian woman is asking for advice regarding her adult children, I hear the exact same recommendation. “Read Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut & the Welcome Mat Out. This book…
