Christian Marriage & Relationships
Easter: 3 Ways to Teach Kids About the Resurrection
Easter is a great time to teach about the Resurrection of Jesus. This is THE story of salvation. The 3 ways listed here are ways that are tried and true in our family. I cherish the times we sat on the floor taking apart the resurrection eggs. Looking forward to Resurrection cookies Sunday morning. And…
Read MoreNavigating Secular Music in a Christian Home
My Thoughts My thoughts on secular music in a Christian home is not a topic with a definitive answer. This simply isn’t a topic with one way to do things. Every person is uniquely made and therefore their home is uniquely run. My thoughts on the topic of secular music in a Christian home is…
Read MoreWhy We Choose Anger as a Response
Typically, when we view anger, we think of the ripple effect anger has on those around us. We view all the people as victims in the path of anger’s destruction. Rarely do we see the person who had an angry outburst as a victim as well. But anger typically goes deeper than an impulsive reaction…
Read MoreQuiet Time for Kids
Quiet time. If you’re a parent, those two words are probably like a mirage in the desert. It sounds like an oasis of sorts. I wake up before the sun each day to relish my own personal quiet time before the demands of the day begin. But what about quiet time for kids? The first…
Read MoreMade for Love and Belonging: Ephesians 1:1-14
Ephesians 1:1-14 The first couple chapters of Ephesians are favorites of mine. The entire focus is on God’s plan and purpose for His people. His plan and purpose for His people are LOVE & BELONGING. I find myself sitting up straighter and prouder as I soak in God’s love. Paul opens the first chapter to…
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