I woke up this morning thinking about the quote, "In order to gain something, you must be willing to lose something." I don't know the original source but wonder if it's a modern take on Matthew 16:25, "For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it." I understand the biblical call to deny myself ...
Mommyhood
Summer Goals for Every Age {Free Printable}
I love summertime. Just thinking about the slower pace, evenings spent outside, camping trips, gardening, and ab-building laughter with friends puts a smile on my face. Looking back through my past blog posts, I’m reminded of how much has changed—three of our four children now have summer jobs! But some things remain the same. We still use these ...
Announcing the ABCJesusLovesMe 100 Hours Outside Play Challenge!
Are you ready to say goodbye to couch potato days and hello to vibrant outdoor adventures filled with play, learning, and essential Vitamin D? Join the ABCJesusLovesMe 100 Hours Outside Play Challenge and watch your child thrive, and your life get easier! The Challenge Our goal is simple: Spend 100 hours outside with your child or students ...
How to Break Free from Lies to Embrace the Truth
Ever wonder why stories about people not practicing what they preach hit us so hard? We've all seen those headlines about people who talk the talk but don't walk the walk. It's a sobering reminder that integrity isn't just a word – it must be a way of life. This ministry centers around adults being intentional with the children in their lives. ...
From Taylor Swift to Truth: Guarding Hearts
Last week, I posted a cautionary message on social media about Taylor Swift's brand new, 31-song collection. Boy, did I strike a nerve! At this point, the post has been viewed by 29K people, garnered a plethora of comments, and has been shared multiple times - both positively and negatively. That's a huge win in the marketing world. But I can't ...
How to Teach Your Child to Play Independently
Resharing from 2013 an update to one of the most popular posts on Parenting to Impress. Among moms, there's a prevalent belief that the more time you spend playing with your kids, the better mom you are. Don’t believe me? Just check social media. There you'll find picts of moms doing fun activities with their kiddos, followed by a flood ...
Discovering Sabbath Rest: Trusting God in the Whirlwind of Parenthood
I emailed my aunt telling her all of our activities over the weekend. She graciously replied, asking, "What about the Sabbath?" At the time, I was a mom to four very young children who required diaper changes, food, clean laundry, and attention so they didn't get into trouble. I had to use every moment available in the week to stay afloat. But ...
Unwrapping Joy: Choosing Contentment over Comparison
How easy it is to get wrapped up in the holiday comparisons. I struggle every year. My house isn’t beautiful enough. Did you see her tree?The gifts I've chosen won't be what people want. They will think I don't listen to them well enough to know what they want and like. Other families have better traditions than we do. They ...
Thriving Amidst Differing Spiritual Beliefs in Marriage
Do you long to raise children with strong faith, but your spouse doesn't seem to share your vision? It's a common challenge in many Christian families and it can feel disheartening. However, there's hope in navigating these differences with grace and understanding. ▼ Jump to Listen to Episode #46: Thriving Amidst Differing ...
Navigating Grumpiness: Finding Gratitude Amidst the Hard
Ever feel like you're walking through life with a perpetual frown? Are you tired of how your grumpy attitude is impacting your relationships, especially within your family? You're not alone. Grumpiness is an emotion that can easily take over our lives, especially when life becomes a bit challenging and weariness sets in. However, allowing ...