Advancing God's Kingdom
Hello there, everyone! How was your holiday? This holiday was better than I imagined since I spent it with my son. He has moved into his first apartment. Honestly, I kind of invited myself over, but that is beside the point. I was not expecting him to say yes- I was expecting him to tell […]
Prayer works, but it requires some patience and resilience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. James 1:4 (KJV) At the beginning of 2021, I fasted with my local church and prayed that God would reveal everything that I needed to know to get through the […]
The more time passes as a parent, the more I realize how little I truly understand parenting. Even if you are not a parent, this post will encourage you. We need each other to walk on this earth and raise our children. Children are a masterpiece of God. Parents or caregivers are the caretakers, coaches, […]
To better contextualize this post, please consider reading Teaching Your Kids About Disappointment (Part 1). Disappointment in our kids usually shows up as rapid overreacting to a change. What seems like a minor bump in the road to us as adults is a huge deal to our kids who haven’t yet learned the mental flexibility […]
Disappointment is one of the most difficult forms of emotional pain. It is also one of the most difficult to deal with in our children. What makes it so difficult is its intensity. We experience disappointment when we expect something to happen, but it doesn’t. The more we have anticipated enjoyment or relief from our […]
As I ponder the parenting styles of the past, I see that I did have guinea pigs to train. I was glad to be an older mom; I had more time to know Jesus after a near-death experience. Someday, I will share my experience. Before becoming a parent, I deepened my faith in Jesus and […]
Happy Veterans Day to all military veterans! While I separated from the military about four years ago, I still find myself singing military cadences. Last weekend, I sang “I’m a steam roller baby, I’m gonna roll all over you…” as steam rolled out of my little kettle. Also, I marched around the house with my […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Some of us lash out in anger, internalize negative emotions, or become bitter when dealing with an offense. All of these coping methods or reactions to offense are damaging, and they can cause a myriad of issues that have lasting effects on our life. Our kids are constantly learning from how we face challenges, lead, persevere, […]
Whether we realize it or not, most families have been touched by abortion. It is … Modern Day Well: the Coffee shop
God is amazing! He provides us with glimpses of His character through our friends and relationships. We can see His nature reflected in the eyes of those who come in and out of our lives. A few nights ago, I explained to my daughter, “there are friends that stick closer than a brother or sister, […]
I am thankful for the opportunity to homeschool my preschooler. Homeschooling is one of the privileges of living and parenting in the United States. If you are considering homeschooling, take a moment to read this resourceful post by Brittany. She is amazing! Her spouse is a physicist and he is involved in the homeschooling process […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. Amid persecution, Saul had an encounter with Jesus and he became Paul. The persecutor became a preacher […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. Due to persecution, the believers were scattered abroad. It seemed like a hopeless situation, yet God used […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. Amid persecution, the apostles praised God, remembered His mighty acts and prayed for boldness. Can we pray […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. Amid persecution, we must not be swayed by evil reports. Our eyes must be on the greatness […]
What can Christians do amid persecution? Pray and encourage one another. In this blog series, I share warfare prayers and words of encouragement from the Book of Acts to win the battle against the enemies of the gospel. Since the apostles’ time, Christians have faced persecution, and governments have tried to stop the spread of […]
During the week, the little one told me he was sad, but he does not know the reason for his sadness. So, we did one of the things I do when I am sad- Sing songs of praise and thank God! I do not only sing because I am happy, I sing when I am […]
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