I’ve read a number of Christian living books that were written specifically for women. I feel that many of these are a bit cheesy or superficial. This may be because I’m not a “girly girl” or because I’ve benefited so much from books written for broad audiences. Regardless of the reason, I was uncertain what to expect when Moody Publishers … [Read more...] about Book Review: Pierced and Embraced
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Can Busy Moms Really Find Time to Spend with God? (Part 2)
Last week I was joined by two other moms—Michele of Living Our Days and Elizabeth of Guilty Chocoholic Mama—as we discussed how we find time to spend with the Lord. Today we are going to examine two related topics: How motherhood impacts a mom’s devotional time and what practical tools are helpful for facilitating time with God. Be … [Read more...] about Can Busy Moms Really Find Time to Spend with God? (Part 2)
Can Busy Moms Really Find Time to Spend with God? (Part 1)
Moms are busy. It doesn’t matter how many children they have, if their kids are young or grown, or if they work or stay at home. Given this reality, is it really possible for moms to find time to spend with God? I first considered this question a couple of years ago when I was struggling to find time to spend with the Lord while … [Read more...] about Can Busy Moms Really Find Time to Spend with God? (Part 1)
Christmas in July: Keeping the Christmas Spirit Alive Year Round
I usually focus my Christmas in July posts on topics that will help us plan early so we won’t have a chaotic Christmas season. This year I’m focusing on a slightly different topic. One thing I love about Christmas is the “Christmas spirit” that often surrounds us during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. We tend to be more … [Read more...] about Christmas in July: Keeping the Christmas Spirit Alive Year Round
Cleaning the Hidden Places
I opened the door to my youngest daughter’s closet the other day and realized that something had gone terribly wrong. This closet, which was once neat and organized, had become a disaster. There were untidy stacks of baby clothes on the shelves and pieces of equipment that she no longer needs were haphazardly placed on the floor. I could … [Read more...] about Cleaning the Hidden Places
If You’d Just Let Me Help
My toddler grew extremely frustrated while we were grocery shopping a couple of weeks ago. About halfway through our trip she grew tired of walking, so I lifted her into the seat portion of the cart and she proceeded to buckle the safety belt. As she was doing this, I realized that the snap-fit buckle on the belt was damaged. Though it … [Read more...] about If You’d Just Let Me Help
It’s Easy to Win When You’re the Only One Running the Race
My two-year-old sort of understands the idea of a race. She’ll zoom down the hall and around the living room before extending her hands and happily declaring, “I won!” She understands that one is supposed to run as quickly as he or she can, but she clearly doesn’t understand the concept of competition. She doesn’t understand that it is … [Read more...] about It’s Easy to Win When You’re the Only One Running the Race
Why It’s Important to Read About the Crucifixion
I’ve never been particularly fond of the Crucifixion accounts in the Gospels. I feel sad when I read them. Sometimes I feel uncomfortable when I read them. Why couldn’t the apostles have focused a bit more on the Resurrection and a bit less on Jesus’ suffering-filled death? As Easter approaches, I’ve been thinking about why it’s … [Read more...] about Why It’s Important to Read About the Crucifixion
