Trust is What the Fear of the Lord Looks Like
by Sherry Van Zante I have trust issues. Because of my childhood experiences, I know someone can love me and still hurt me. My fear runs deep. At different times in my life, I’ve tried the trust game—the game where you fold ...
6 Golden Rules for Step-Parents
by Kim Breuninger I received an email from a new step-mom looking for guidance on how to help her blended family through some difficult issues. Her story resonated with me since ...
A High Calling–Motherhood
by Shelly Hernandez My family has had a busy week. In the last 7 days, we’ve had my husband’s boss over for dinner, gone to the AWANAs award night at church, ...
Lesson Learned From My Grandson
By Karen O'Connor Miles (four years old at the time) and I were driving home one day after dropping off his sister at swim lessons. He was staying with my husband ...
Do You Struggle with Self-contol?
By Sherry Kyle I’ve never struggled with addictions like drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes, but like every human being I have given in to what seems urgent at the time. Let’s face it. ...
How to Be a Good Mommy
by Shelly Hernandez Tonight as I was sitting down to write this blog post, my four-year old daughter, Olivia, was sitting at the table with me, about to get ready for ...
A Rich Life
by Rebecca Krusee Rene’s sermon on handling money wisely came on the heels of mounting bills. Before long, my mind wandered to our failing oven, crashing computer, and problematic plumbing, Oh, ...