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Author: Janel Breitenstein

Janel Breitenstein graduated summa cum laude from John Brown University and began her career with NavPress, where she worked on The Message Bible. After having four children she resumed her professional career (around her momlife) by serving as a writer for FamilyLife. Personal loans. In January of 2012 Janel and her husband, John, packed up their family of six and moved to Uganda to serve with Engineering Ministries International (eMi), an organization that focuses on poverty relief and development, providing structural design and construction management for Christian organizations in the third world. Join us as we all learn first hand, through Janel’s posts, what it’s like to go from suburban America, to answer God’s call in Africa! agenerousgrace.com | @JanelBreit
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Paperwork Pregnant

I am, as they say, “paperwork pregnant.” It wasn’t coursing hormones or a full bladder that stirred me this morning at 5:06, but a chirpy…

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8 Practical Ways to Parent with Grace
Babies and Toddlers · Children · Grandchildren · Parenting · Tweens & Teens

8 Practical Ways to Parent with Grace

“You look festive!” My friend looked over my golf-ball-sized silver hoops, turquoise tank, knit plum skirt. It was one of my more art teacher-ish outfits….

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Children · Parenting · Tweens & Teens

How to Raise Good Conversationalists

It was the dress rehearsal for “The Pirates of Penzance” at a local Christian school. A friend had asked me to pitch in on the…

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Faith · Parenting

Is Your To-Do List a Monster?

Something tells me I’m not the only one with a to-do list that’s got a lot more mileage than my day. You’ve been there. When…

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Babies and Toddlers · Blended Families · Children · Marriage · Tweens & Teens

Chillin’ with My Husband: Time for a Plan

It was time: My husband and I took a night away just before the new year. We needed to pray, to plan, to think—both alone…

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Babies and Toddlers · Children · Faith

Art Lessons … From My Daughter and Her Father

Sunday afternoons at my house have had some perks lately. They have found me on my back porch with a little 5-year-old who looks a…

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Quiet Time Ideas for Moms of Littles
Babies and Toddlers · Faith · Parenting

Quiet Time Ideas for Moms of Littles

I’ve been there, and am still somewhat there. It’s fuzzy. Mostly for severe lack of sleep. But I remember. Some of you are still nursing…

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Faith

Faith: Small Weights, Lots of Reps

A handful of people I talk to seem bewildered—or concerned—by some strange internal constitution that would make us attempt Africa with four kids. (It seems…

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Home & Serving · Parenting

The Great New Year’s Purge

You’ve probably done it yourself before. Packing up to travel home after all of the Christmas festivities and generous gifts of relatives who—like God—love to…

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Babies and Toddlers · Children · Parenting

How to Help Kids Tackle Challenging Social Skills

It was a family wedding. Everyone was exclaiming over the kids, reluctantly decked out in their ring bearer getup—or happily in a flower girl dress….

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💛 What’s one Bible verse that’s carried you 💛 What’s one Bible verse that’s carried you through motherhood? Drop yours below—we could all use the encouragement! ⬇️ #momlife
In a world full of uncertainty, fear, and pressure In a world full of uncertainty, fear, and pressure for ourselves and our kids, what can we learn from the mother of Moses? Today's heartfelt article from @novembersonshine is a reminder that even in the hardest moments, God honors our faith and sacrifice as moms.

💡 If you’ve ever faced a decision where you didn’t know what to do—this one’s for you!

👉🏽 Read it now at the link in bio!
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🙏🏽 God, may your saving grace guide my child 🙏🏽 God, may your saving grace guide my child (and me!) to be self-controlled.

"For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age."
Titus 2:11-12 #momprayer
💔 “Do they even notice all I do?” If you're 💔 “Do they even notice all I do?”
If you're a mom who has ever whispered this question to yourself, today's article is for you.

New contributor Tabitha Goodling shares how motherhood can feel like a thankless job, especially in the teen years. But God can meet us right in the middle of our messy kitchens and even messier emotions.

He reminds us that serving in love is still the mission—even when it’s not recognized. 
💡 If you’re a mom feeling overwhelmed, overlooked, and unappreciated, don't miss this post.

You can read "When Motherhood Feels Unappreciated" today at the link in bio.
Whether today is a day of loneliness or sadness, j Whether today is a day of loneliness or sadness, joy or overwhelm, peace or fear, you Mama, are loved and cherished by your Creator!

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us here at MomLife Today. May you feel loved, cherished and reminded of God’s great love for you today. #happymothersday #momlife
For anyone who has experienced the loss of a mothe For anyone who has experienced the loss of a mother, Mother's Day can be a time full of mixed emotions, joy and sadness. 🧡

Today on the blog, Miriam Ngatia shares with us her own story of losing her mother and the lessons she's learned in the process. You can read Two Worlds: A Mother's Day Reflection now at the link in bio.
"Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledg "Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledge rather than choice gold, for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her." - Proverbs 8:10-11 #momprayers #momlife
"Motherhood comes in seasons. Some feel light and "Motherhood comes in seasons. Some feel light and full of joy, like when your baby finally sleeps through the night or your child says something that makes you laugh until you cry. But then there are the other seasons, the ones that feel heavy, lonely, and just plain hard.”

From the overwhelm of being a new mom, to growing a family, rediscovering our identities and becoming a stay-at-home mom, every season carries with it it’s own challenges and special graces from God.

This week in Grace for Every Season, @momwifeworshiplife shares the key lessons God taught her in each of these seasons and there’s encouragement inside for every mom. Read it today at the link!

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