The 65 Best Black History Books for Kids
February is Black History Month here in the U.S, and in our house, that’s something we celebrate. Originally established as Negro History Week in 1926,…
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Marriage Matters: Catch For Us the Foxes
Song of Solomon 2:15 tells us, “Catch for us, the foxes, the little foxes that ruin or spoil the vineyards.” I’m not a gardener or…
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Biblical Submission: What It Is and What It Isn’t
Seeing Submission Through God’s Heart Submission is one of those words that can make people uncomfortable—especially women, and especially wives. It’s often misunderstood, misused, or…
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How to Start a Bible Study Habit in 2026 (Even as a busy mom!)
If you’ve ever felt like your Bible is sitting on the nightstand unopened while the demands of motherhood swirl around you, you’re not alone. Between…
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“Is God Still Working in My Life?” Encouragement for the Discouraged Mom
Driving. I do a lot of it. I do so much of it every day, every week, that I think I have become one with…
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Between Two Homes: Co-Parenting During the Holidays
“My kids and my stepkids are miserable and exhausted during the holidays,” Nicole, a mom and stepmom explained. “The flip-flopping between homes, different bedtimes, and…
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What Kids Really Want for Christmas: 4 Gifts Only You Can Give
Hurrying into the store, the mom hushed her young child. “Stop whining!” Her son didn’t seem to hear her. “I wanna go home.” Dad jumped…
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Getting Ready for Adoption: Pray and Prepare
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published November 20, 2013 and has been updated to support families getting ready for adoption. Adoption journeys look different…
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Building a Bible Study Habit (When Life is Crazy)
I’ve been reading my Bible for over 30 years, since I first received a “big girl” Bible at the age of 6. I haven’t always…
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5 Ways to Pursue Your Children’s Friends
When my children were young, I had an older mom-friend who I loved to watch as she parented her older teens and college-aged children. She…
