We get to come alongside our girls to discover how the Lord is calling them to leadership, how God is calling them to lead a life that points to Jesus. How He has equipped them, in design, in gifts, talents, and by His sufficient and perfect grace....
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Living with mental illness and a person who lives a double life while being emotionally abusive is just beyond most people’s comprehension. It’s much like chocolate, unless you’ve tried it, you’ll never know what it truly tastes like....
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What is one way you actively invest in keeping yourself healthy mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and/or physically?...
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Even when we strive to be intentional about building time for rest into our routines, it’s a struggle. It’s hard because to rest takes faith....
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There will be days when you may also lose it, when that sweet-voiced, kind-hearted mom you want to be takes a hike and there is a frothing badger standing there in her place. It’s a mistake. There’s no doubt about it. She’s not supposed to be here. But all at...
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Much of our timidity as moms comes from the fear that we’re missing something. That we don’t have the authority or the skills or the abilities needed to move full throttle ahead in our service to the Lord through our families. ...
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Although I stress the importance of staying home when the kids are little ones, it’s also just important to find the time to join a Bible study, attend church, or get involved in some way that allows you the benefits the community of Christ brings into our lives....
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I don't regret doing for my children and family, but when I have heart-to-hearts with my grown daughters, I emphasize their need to take time for themselves in order to care for others....
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When demands are made from those who should be patiently and gently walking through hardship with us, it only adds weight to the gospel instead of bringing relief. ...
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It’s easy to plan (and sometimes over plan), but the difference comes when we stay focused and keep to the plan. This requires wisdom in knowing where to spend energy and where to save it....
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