“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…
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Why Do I Feel So Stuck as a Mom?
Motherhood—it’s one of the most beautiful callings, but let’s be honest: it’s also one of the hardest. Between the diaper changes, school drop-offs, endless to-do…
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5 Important Lessons on Courage to Become Brave Moms
Do you remember the lion in the “Wizard of Oz?” He was a lovable guy but thoroughly convinced he had no courage. Because he was…
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A Spiritual Survival Kit for Overwhelmed Moms
What to Reach For When You’re Running on Empty Ever feel like you’re running on fumes before the day even starts? You’ve prayed (barely), poured…
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Someone to Look Up To: How to Find a Mother Mentor
I’ve been given advice by many people, but the best advice I have ever gotten was from my husband early in our marriage: “Honey, you…
