Mom guilt is that aching in the pit of our stomach. It comes on as soon as we hold our first child. That moment when we discover how much better we should be at motherhood. We torture ourselves with what we should’ve said or what we wish we shouldn’t have said or what we should’ve done but didn’t. Mom guilt is emotional cancer. It eats away at … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Teenager Love Jesus
"How do I make my teenager love Jesus?" This was a question I received recently from a mom. She reached out to me and was desperate for answers. “He goes with us to church and is fine going to his youth group, but when I try to talk to him about faith he seems so disinterested.” How can she light a fire in the spiritual life of her child? Is … [Read more...]
The Miracle of Christmas China
The older gentleman sat at the end of the table talking non-stop to the young girl on her laptop. Paul and I joined the table with our coffees and the intention to get a little work done at the coffee shop. This sweet man would have none of that--it was important for introductions all around. Within minutes we were having a delightful … [Read more...]
A Restoration Invitation – 30 Days of Fall Devotions
“ restore...the years that the locust have eaten.” Joel 2:25 “Behold, I make all things new.” Rev. 21:5 There is a special weekend getaway that my husband and I like to frequent. It's an old Victorian home that has been restored to its original condition and turned into a lovely bed and breakfast. We honeymooned there years ago and ever since … [Read more...]
Focus on Jesus – 30 Days of Fall Devotions
Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:2 For years, I worked as a 911 dispatcher. Each call held the potential of a new emergency. It’s a job that sure can get the blood … [Read more...]
