Rules. We all have rules in our homes we expect our kids to follow. The Bible has rules too, but none of us can save ourselves and live up to the standard of the law. That law exists to show us that we need a Savior. Our kids need a Savior too. They can’t perfectly follow the…
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What Does God Want Me To Do: Resources to Help
When I was young, I was always talking about what I wanted to be when I grew up. As I began to mature in my faith, the question changed. What does God want me to do with my life? I’ve always had a desire to teach. As I finished high school and went into college,…
Waiting for God: Learning to Wait Only Upon Him
I’ve spent a lot of time over the years waiting for God. Infertility. Jobs. Moving. Depression. I’ve done a lot of waiting, but I’ve learned that it’s a lot better to be waiting for God than to be running ahead of him. It’s so much better to be in His timing than my own. I’ve tried…
Be the Reading Example
Do your kids whine when you tell them to go read? My boys enjoy reading, but sometimes the video games and other electronic devices are more captivating. They look at me with those sweet faces and tell me “no”. I don’t want to read, they say. When this happens, I have a choice to make. I…
Lead Your Family Like Jesus: Conclusion
I’m sad to say that this is the final post in our Lead Your Family Like Jesus book club. Over the last few weeks, we have studied the heart, head, hands, and habits that you need to lead your family like Jesus. The Journey The writers of Lead Your Family Like Jesus remind us in…