“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — James 5:6-7 Embracing hum...
The Journey of Arlene Publico, Women’s Ministry Leader Emeritus “Brothers, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of ma...
The sibling struggle is real, y’all. I offer photographic proof from my own home. Exhibit A: Exhibit B: But then there are moments like this (when they don’t know you’re looking): Read more…...
Often, as a “Nana and Papa,” my husband and I are asked for parenting advice. We were blessed to have been lovingly parented—and also fortunate to have received helpful God-focused training throughou...
Some people use visualization techniques to help them relax and not be anxious. (Peaceful, new-age music is playing in the background): “Picture yourself standing in a field of vibrant green grass. In...
Editor’s note: Lori and her husband lived in Johannesburg, South Africa for many years working with the church. On her blog, she’s interviewed several parents about their relationship with...
The strength to forgive repeatedly is rooted in God’s powerful love for us. It’s the forgiveness that says, I forgive and still chose to love even when the offender has not recognized, apologized or a...
Today, International Women’s Day is a day women are celebrated all over the world. God celebrates us each day, but on this day “set aside” particularly for women, we want to remind e...
Me: “Hey, {insert child’s name}, will you help me {set the table/carry the laundry/vacuum the floor}?” Kid, with a dramatic groan: “But that’s not my chore this week!” **Repeat variations of this conv...
An incarnate God who was humble enough to leave heaven and dwell on earth–not to sit on a throne but to know poverty among his created beings. “He anointed us, set the seal of ownership on...