Finding Grace-Filled Confidence in the Chaos
As we approach a new year, we’re usually thinking of ways to change ourselves and become a better ______ (mom, wife, friend, blogger)–you name it, I’ve thought of it and you probably have too! Perhaps some Scriptural encouragement could go a long way in showing us that though I have found some ways to start […] Read more…
Today I wanted to give you 31 practical ideas for Christmas gifts that are both frugal and meaningful. Sometimes frugal is equated with “cheap” but I don’t believe that is the true intent behind low-cost gift-giving. Some of the best gifts our family has received and given over the years are those that do not cost much money. Due […] Read more…
When it comes to children’s Bible storybooks, we are very fussy around here. Of course we read straight from the Bible for family devotions (find tips on how to start devotions with your family in this post and also 7 ways to begin teaching the Bible in your home), but we also recognize the value of […] Read more…
Today we did our devotional and craft for Truth in the Tinsel Day One! I see that many of you purchased a copy of this amazing Advent experience or maybe already had it on hand and are doing it again like we are! I was going to share each day on the blog, but I […] Read more…
Do you celebrate the Advent season? Try one of these Advent Bible studies with your family this year! As far as the church year goes, Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day, and it lasts through Christmas Eve but many families choose to start Advent activities on December 1st! We celebrate the traditional (church year) […] Read more…
My name is Leah. Seven years ago I was a young mom who was happily married with one child. As I parented my one son, my urge to grow our family became overwhelming, in a good way. That little boy I was raising was nothing short of amazing and my love for him overflowed […] Read more…
I’m the first to admit that Pinterest has become a slight addiction for me, even though I’m pretty sure I’m pronouncing it incorrectly (Pin-interest, Pin-trehst? After 6 years this should be obvious to me). There are days when I completely ignore it, but then on some random Saturday afternoon I go crazy pinning DIY ideas, kids […] Read more…
When I was 9 years old, I got something I really wanted for Christmas: a fancy version of an Etch-a-Sketch. For all intents and purposes, I should have been happy. But instead, I burst into tears after opening all my presents and feeling like I didn’t have “enough”. Looking back, I obviously realize that this […] Read more…
November is National Adoption Month. As an adopted child, I love hearing stories of how God impacts many lives through adoption! Throughout November, I’ll be sharing some wonderful stories, shared by those who have experienced God’s gift of adoption. Today my friend Mallory shares what God has done in her family’s life through difficult times […] Read more…
Do you struggle with Christmas stress? I want you to know that having a less stressful, joy-filled holiday season IS possible! A large part of changing the way the Christmas season turns out for you and your family is addressing some of the attitudes or pressures that we may feel around this time of year […] Read more…
November is National Adoption Month. As an adopted child, I love hearing stories of how God impacts many lives through adoption! Throughout November, I’ll be sharing some wonderful stories, shared by those who have experienced God’s gift of adoption. Our first testimony is from Cathy and it is a powerful one! Through loss, life begins […] Read more…
I’ve been a mom for just about 10 years now, and I know less now than I knew when my first child was born. That may sound strange, but it’s true! For me, it is similar to being a Christian. The longer I am one, the more I realize how much I don’t know and have […] Read more…
STOP SAYING MOTHERHOOD IS HARD. That was the statement that popped up in my newsfeed a few months ago on Facebook. Immediately I bristled. What do you mean, stop? Who says I’m even saying such a thing? But I am. Those three words leave my mouth almost every single day. Motherhood is hard. In conversations with friends, […] Read more…
It can be hard to “focus on Jesus” sometimes, can’t it? Even that phrase, “focus on Jesus”, is difficult to grasp onto. With everything else that fights for our attention, our concentration wanders. We struggle to remain centered on the important truths. As for me, I worry. I struggle. I am bothered by things I see happening […] Read more…
In our home, we celebrate Lent, which is the 40 days before Resurrection Sunday when we intentionally remember and think about Christ’s sacrifice for us. In order to help us focus our hearts and help you and your family (and ours!) have a dedicated Scripture and prayer time each day of this season, I created […] Read more…