According to the booklet entitled "Making Marriage Last," problems relating to financial matters are a major reason why marriages break down.1 In my research this was confirmed multiple times. Money is a huge cause of divorce! Because of this, my husband and I are diligently teaching our children the value of money, giving them a work ethic, and ...
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New Year, New You: Taking Care of Your Soul
So far we have discussed the importance of taking care of ourselves - both in health and how we dress. I hope that you are gleaning ideas to make 2017 an amazing year. But do you notice the focus for the last two weeks has only been on outward appearance? I am reminded that no matter how much I weigh, what my muscle mass is, or what I wear, ...
New Year, New You: Feeling Your Best {Exclusive Discount}
Happy New Year! If you read last week's post, you know we are knee-deep in our new blog series New Year, New You. Last week I shared my journey to Take Care of Me so that I can pour into others. I explained how I am working with a nutritionist to eat healthy, stay hydrated, and exercise. And I love having so many of you join me on this journey! ...
Ways to Serve Parents of Children with Special Needs
Throughout life's challenges, we have had people tell us "Let us know if you need help." I have learned that people either say this to make themselves feel better - like offering to help takes them off the hook - or they say it because they really don't know what to do. One area of my life that I have received many blank stares is coming along ...
What Gospel Parenting Looks Like {Giveaway}
Between personal readings and reviews, I have read a plethora of parenting books. So many that I rarely read new publications. Yet one grabbed my attention. And I am very thankful that I agreed to review it. Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family is the newest release by author and speaker Paul Tripp. Unlike ...
Beginner’s Bible Giveaway Winner
Thank you to all who entered to win The Beginner's Bible ($16.99) shared in last week's post.Out of 164 entries, the randomly chosen winner is: Entry #154 - Emily (email Emi.trou...@) Please contact me within 48 hours using the winning email address. Thank you to everyone who entered and thank you to Zonderkids for providing this giveaway.Be ...
It’s Time We Take a Look in the Mirror {What the Duggar Family Has Taught Me}
Image Source Permission Given - Jazza When you live in Arkansas, the scandal of a particular Christian family is in front of you at every turn. We could go on for hours with should of's and could of's. Some pointing the finger at the Duggar parents. Others hurling shame and insults at Josh. But I don't want to go there. Instead I want to look ...
How to Talk to Your Child about Sex
Image Source rgbstock In April I shared "How to Have the First of 'The' Talks with Your Daughter." The respond was amazing. So many of you messaged me and commented about this important topic. You shared relief after feeling much fear and anxiety over approaching this delicate topic with your daughter. But what I ...
Recipe: Parmesan Bites
Approximately four times a year, I make the meal for our Community Group gathering. We each take turns preparing supper for the group before we dig into the Word and pray together. It's not a huge group but 10 adults can put down some grub. Beyond that, I enjoy blessing hurting and struggling families with meals. I am always ...
What is Your Family Focusing on this Year?
New Years resolutions. Did these top your list? Lose 30 pounds. Be nicer. Eat healthier food. Attend church regularly. Have a consistent quiet time. Most likely, if you set some goals for 2015 you have already broken a good percentage of them. Sadly most resolutions rarely last more than a week. Because of this the Christian ...