One of my favorite Christmas memories growing up was the candlelight service at my church. Each year the lights would dim, and the glow of candles created a magical scene while we sang “Silent Night.” No instruments played in the background, and no words flashed on the screen. It was a simple moment ... [keep reading]
Spend a Silent Night Celebrating Jesus This Christmas
In our house Christmas starts the day after Halloween. No, we’re not those people—you know, the kind of people who put up a giant lit-up Santa in the front yard weeks before Thanksgiving (wink). Rather, my husband and I have a conversation in early November about the upcoming holiday season, and we ... [keep reading]
The Case for Charity and How to Give It
Leviticus 25:35-38 reads, “If your brother becomes poor and cannot maintain himself with you, you shall support him as though he were a stranger and a sojourner, and he shall live with you. Take no interest from him or profit, but fear your God, that your brother may live beside you. You shall not ... [keep reading]
How to Adopt a Heart of Thanksgiving All Year Long
Whenever anyone would ask me as a kid what my favorite holiday was, I always answered with an eager exclamation “THANKSGIVING!” I literally could not contain my excitement as I said my answer with confidence. I knew they expected what most kids might say—Christmas—but even as a young child, there ... [keep reading]
Where Does Thankfulness Start?
Have you ever noticed that your attitude sets the tone for your whole house? There are many days when I wish that wasn’t the case. Days when I’m worn out and tempted to grumble about it. Days when traffic makes me want to vent. Days when I don’t feel like doing laundry or dishes or ... [keep reading]
Leading Your Kids Through Connection
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV) I used to think that this Scripture meant that if I raised my children “right,” they would never get in trouble, never suffer, never make poor choices, never be unkind, never part from ... [keep reading]
What Would Your Best Thanksgiving Look Like?
It’s the typical Thanksgiving dinner scene: A family gathered around a table digesting turkey, mashed potatoes, pecan pie, and all the other things that come with holiday get-togethers. You know what I’m talking about—the family dynamics. Thanksgiving is an awesome holiday, but let’s face it, ... [keep reading]
Teach Your Kids the Right Way to Restore Relationships
“I hate you!” I couldn’t believe my ears as I heard my nine-year-old son scream this for the first time ever at his younger sister. To give you some context, dare I say she probably deserved it? And before you think I’m a terrible mom, let me explain why. My son is probably the most sensitive, ... [keep reading]
Enter Our Crock-Pot Giveaway + Get This Delicious Fall Recipe to Try
To celebrate the release of Shay Shull's latest cookbook, Mix-and-Match Mama Meal Planner, here's a scrumptious slow cooker recipe that's perfect for a fall day. And even better, you can enter to win a Crock-Pot. It's easy. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for instructions on how to enter. Take ... [keep reading]
Rediscover the Beauty of the Bible
Most mornings when I wake up, the first thing I do is reach for my phone. I mindlessly thumb through messages and news feeds, eventually (maybe) opening the daily devotion app tucked away on the front screen. The problem is, when I’m attached to technology, I find that my connection to God ... [keep reading]
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