One thing I really love about the Bible is that no matter how much we read it, no matter how familiar a passage is to us, there is always something new to be learned. A dear familiar passage can all of a sudden be placed in a new light, and something else revealed that we…
Walking Wounded
I’ve had many moments as a Mom where I’ve felt like one of the “walking wounded.” Not just physically, of course, but emotionally or spiritually as well. At those times, I find myself struggling; either trying to find peace in a particular situation or learn something through a personal trial, or deal with pain. And…
Safeguarding Our Husband’s Time
In some ways, my husband and I are completely opposite. I enjoy relaxing by hanging out with friends or having some time alone that doesn’t require me to mediate disputes, change diapers or pick up toys. He, on the other hand, enjoys our evenings and weekends to be quiet, relaxing as a family at our…
Parenting on the Pendulum
So much of the Christian life is about balance. Like a pendulum swinging back and forth, a journey far in one direction is often followed by a journey equally far in the opposite direction. A Christian who has focused for years on all that God expects of His people may wake up one day exhausted…
Giving Him Thanks
What do you do in preparation for Thanksgiving? I know most of us follow an Advent calendar or some other fun thing during December, but what about thanks, eucharisteo, during November? Remembering the Pilgrim’s and the history of our nation, is a good thing…but isn’t it really God we should be thanks-giving to? Be thankful…
Happy Reformation Day!! (Great Family Activity Ideas)
From the archives… Our family does not take part in Halloween celebrations for many reasons (our views are summed up here), but we do take part in Reformation Day, which is celebrated on October 31st. Our family plans for and looks forward to this day. If you would like to learn more about this church holiday,…
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