“Obedience brings blessing; disobedience brings conflict or trouble.” Until it doesn’t. I learned this saying as a child. For most children growing up in Christian homes, it likely holds true most of the time. But even well-meaning Christian parents don’t perfectly execute blessing for obedience and trouble for disobedience. …
Dear Lord, as we begin this year,Help me remember You’re always near. Please give me strength to face each day.May I reflect Your grace along the way. Help me keep Christ-like character in viewWhen my children challenge me about what they must do. When I am weary and the…
This year in our church Ladies’ Bible Study, we have been working through the book Twelve Extraordinary Women by John MacArthur. Recently we studied the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1–2, and it became such an encouragement to me. I have known Hannah’s story from the Bible for many years—I…
Things have been a bit quiet on here lately because we have been dealing with a nasty sick bug. My son was the only one we had to take to the doctor, who diagnosed him with something that is basically like walking pneumonia. She graciously just gave us enough…
I’ve recently been doing a study on verses about hope in my verse mapping journal. (You can read my post about the journal here.) I’m picking “hope” as my word for this year…for now anyway! I don’t always keep the same focus all year because my needs change throughout…
I’m not even sure how I came across this Bible study method, but I found it online at some point–probably through Facebook or something. I really like it, though! It has become my favorite Bible study method. It reaches into my creative side, but at the same time I…
Going through a season of waiting is difficult. No matter what you are waiting for, no one likes to wait, especially in our fast-paced, get-it-now society. But when the wait is for something big, like getting pregnant, or a home, or a loved one to get better, the waiting…
Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed with life? One time I was in Hobby Lobby, and I saw one of their signs that said something similar to “Just enough grace for today.” That thought stayed with me, (kinda wish I’d just bought the sign!) and is a great reminder….
This year I decided to branch out and try IEW’s (Institute for Excellence in Writing) writing and grammar curriculum (Fix-It Grammar) for my kiddos. Let me first say, that I love it! My overall take on IEW is that my kids are doing well with it. I feel like…
Pleasant Words This verse popped up in my You Version Bible app today, and it’s such a great reminder for us all—especially us Mommas as we deal with our children each day. We all need to strive to use pleasant words! Since it’s also the theme of my blog,…
“Obedience brings blessing; disobedience brings conflict or trouble.” Until it doesn’t. I learned this saying as a child. For most…
Dear Lord, as we begin this year,Help me remember You’re always near. Please give me strength to face each day.May…
This year in our church Ladies’ Bible Study, we have been working through the book Twelve Extraordinary Women by John MacArthur. Recently…
Things have been a bit quiet on here lately because we have been dealing with a nasty sick bug. My…
I’ve recently been doing a study on verses about hope in my verse mapping journal. (You can read my post…
I’m not even sure how I came across this Bible study method, but I found it online at some point–probably…
Going through a season of waiting is difficult. No matter what you are waiting for, no one likes to wait,…
Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed with life? One time I was in Hobby Lobby, and I saw one of…
This year I decided to branch out and try IEW’s (Institute for Excellence in Writing) writing and grammar curriculum (Fix-It…
Pleasant Words This verse popped up in my You Version Bible app today, and it’s such a great reminder for…
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My husband is a pastor, and I serve alongside him in ministry, wearing many hats. I have a degree in music, and I am learning photography. I also homeschool our three children. Life is never dull, and breathing space is always appreciated! I hope to help you find the beauty in your every day moments!
