My daughter has played soccer since she was seven. At first, I prayed that her knees and ankles would hold out. Then, as the girls on her team matured and improved in
My daughter attracted athletic awards like fruit flies on watermelon rinds. I felt sorry for the other girls in her grade on elementary school field days. She’d come home with a fistful
In today’s world, there’s no shortage of books and lessons for Christian women. Your friend, mom, or coworker is probably always talking about the “best book” that you “just have to read.”
Every fall after my oldest child reached school age, I had to deal with a new harsh reality: school + structure = the need for self-discipline. Suddenly we couldn’t sleep in then
Music has a remarkable way of evoking memories and feelings from our life experiences. My maternal grandmother was our family musician. As a self-taught pianist and vocalist, she was a mainstay at
For me, the idea of peace conjures up images of comfortable chairs firmly planted into a warm, sandy beach. This imagery reminds me of my need to intentionally position myself in a
Helmets protect our heads. There are helmets to protect small skulls as they learn to ride bicycles. There are helmets that have been crafted with cutting-edge technology to reduce concussions for those
Have you ever felt powerless to control the spiral of thoughts, worries, or fears that consume your mind on a regular basis? Alternately, have you ever wished so badly that you could
In a typical week, I conduct anywhere from one to five job interviews. Someone I interviewed recently asked me what qualities I look for in a new hire, so I gladly shared.
As a child, I remember Sunday school lessons on the armor of God usually involved a construction paper belt of truth that I decorated with stickers, sequins, and any other odds and
Behold, children are a gift of the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward. Psalm 127:3 (NASB) Congratulations, you have won the prize! You get the reward: the incredible opportunity
When you consider your spiritual life, in what areas would you like to see more gains? Is the fruit of the Spirit evident in your life? Is your prayer life the open
