Advancing God's Kingdom in the Family System
Please join me in celebrating Christian Mommas’ awesome contributors. They freely contribute their time and knowledge. I am honored by the privilege to serve alongside these God-fearing women! Kim Petitt holds a graduate degree in psychology, a bachelors in communication and an associates degree in business administration with a concentration in office management. She is […]
I am thankful to God for the opportunity to comfort others out of the abundance of the comfort God has given me. I have met wonderful people on this journey. Last year, some of you organized a baby shower for me. I am thankful to God for your generosity and love. Thank you all for […]
Sarah obeyed Abraham [following him and having regard for him as head of their house], calling him lord. And you have become her daughters if you do what is right without being frightened by any fear [that is, being respectful toward your husband but not giving in to intimidation, nor allowing yourself to be led […]
While driving the little ones to a pumpkin farm last week, I found myself reflecting on my motherhood experience and the sacrifices I have purposefully made for the little ones. I observed that motherhood has indeed given me the opportunity to redo my childhood. It has given me the opportunity to be the mother I […]
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) This scripture is both a commandment and a promise/covenant. God is faithful to do His part. Are we intentional about doing our part? Parents have the responsibility to start off their […]
A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. John 13:34 (KJV) Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it~ Ephesians 5: 25 (KJV) It is often said that love is not all […]
Every year, Christian parents in the United States and a few other places in the world make decisions about what to do on Halloween Night. I pray that this reading plan guides you as you make your decision this Halloween and every day. Day 3 Preview: Hallow Him- Never Assume His Will Josiah was the greatest […]
The truth about Christianity is that Christians experience trials or challenges like everyone else. The difference is the hope that grounds us and the peace that lives in us. We believe all things work together for the good of those who love God. We know that affliction is only momentary and God’s comfort empowers us […]
Is there anybody who is more idealistic than the parent of a newborn child? Those eyes were fixed on that infant for hours on end. We were overwhelmed with emotion both of joy and fear: delight at the wonder of life and this creation that we held in our arms and fear at the responsibility […]
Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge. Hebrews 13:4 (NKJV) When we take our eyes off the one who is worthy of all honor, we lose the ability to hold our marriage in high regard. Dishonor leads to defilement. Let’s be covenant keepers. For the believer, […]
What happens when we yield to the HolySpirit daily and live eternity-conscious? Forgiving others becomes easy. Let’s examine Acts 7:54-60 (KJV) When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of […]
Forgiveness can be difficult– particularly when offenders do not recognize or acknowledge the wrong they have done. It is also difficult to forgive when death or life-altering situations are involved. God is not ignorant of the various events that make forgiveness difficult. When it is hard to forgive, remember 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 For though we […]
Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered. 1 Peter 3:7 (KJV) 1 Peter 3:7 is a controversial Bible verse because some individuals do not want the wife to […]
As we make parenting decisions this week, let’s put the most important thing first– acknowledging God as the One who can help us make wise decisions. Asking God to give us wisdom to parent is humility. Proverbs 3:6 (NLT)~Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Would […]
The little one is learning self-control, choosing to do the right thing. I tell him, “you don’t have to do everything that comes to mind.” When he does something wrong and I ask, “Why did you do that?”, most times he says, “I don’t know.” In frustration, I say, “you need to know what you […]
A few days ago, Isaiah 45:2 came to mind as I rushed to keep the little one from stumbling while climbing up the stairs. I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron: Isaiah 45:2 (KJV) […]
You have heard the commandment that says, ‘You must not commit adultery.’ But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. So if your eye—even your good eye—causes you to lust, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to […]
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. Proverbs 29:15 (KJV) Would you like to become a member of God’s family? Please say the prayer below and let me know about it here. Say this: Heavenly Father,I acknowledge that I am a sinner. I believe you exist and you […]
Psalm 122:6-8(KJV) Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces. For my brethren and companions’ sakes, I will now say, Peace be within thee. Because of the house of the LORD our God I will seek thy good. When there is lawlessness and wickedness in […]
Notes from my devotional time today: Offense is inevitable, but taking offense is optional. Forgiveness is not optional for those who serve God. Forgiveness is a duty and it takes faith to forgive. Forgiveness is an act of obedience and faith. I must be merciful like my father in heaven. He has been merciful to […]
We tell our children that we are proud of them when they have accomplished something. Our children’s accomplishments are significant, but we should also recognize them for who they are. The things our children have done, completed, achieved, or produced make us proud of them. As a result of what they haven’t done, we feel […]
Then said he unto him, A certain man made a great supper, and bade many: And sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready. And they all with one consent began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and […]
Sometimes, I feel like the little ones are getting in the way of my academic and career goals. I must not forget that family is more important than my academics and career. If I resent caring for my family because of my academics or career, it will reflect and affect my family life. I must […]
Over the past few days, we focused on not taking offense. Today, we will focus on not giving offense. When an offensive comment or action is produced in a situation, one person takes offense, and the other gives offense. Living unoffendable also involves us not giving offense as well. 2 Corinthians 6:3-4 (KJV) says, “Giving […]
As we round out the last few days of National Infant Mortality Awareness Month, I want to share a story that has impacted me since I first heard it almost five years ago. Trigger warning: Although this story begins with sadness, it is a beautiful, present-day example of how beauty can come from ashes. ——— […]
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