Lately I’ve been thinking about how to encourage children to embark on a journey of regular, independent, time with God’s word. It’s not a new topic of contemplation for me – I often find myself revisiting it as my children … Continue reading →
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. — Ephesians 4:29 Paul commands us … Continue reading →
Growing up in West Michigan, summer was always my favorite season of the year. I was never a fan of cold weather, and in Michigan we’d get a lot of that! I loved the warm summer days when I could … Continue reading →
I became a mom on March 26th of this year, and it was honestly the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. For years lots of people had been telling me that it would be; but to be honest, … Continue reading →
I remember a time when I went back “home” to Indiana, where I was born. My mother accompanied me on the trip, and she, having grown up there, had many friends and relatives to see. One of the people we … Continue reading →
“Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.” – John 14:1 Have you ever noticed how some people seem to be able to take things as they come without getting worried or stressed? While … Continue reading →