Lord, what you are calling me into, I know I don’t have the strength to do on my own. It’s not by my own power that I will be able to accomplish all that you have planned. I couldn’t do it without you. I wouldn’t want to do it without you, Lord. Even though I … Continue reading In the Midst of Uncertainty
Encouragement to Dads of Girls
Today I am sharing encouragement on Her View From Home. I have seen my husband teach, guide, and love our daughters so well, and I wanted to speak encouragement to his heart. This is for all the dads out there raising daughters to follow after Christ. Those girls are blessed to have your example! "How … Continue reading Encouragement to Dads of Girls
A New Journey
Today is the first official day of our new journey. Michael starts his seminary classes today. This is the first year we've been married that he's not spending the week setting up a classroom or attending in-service meetings. We are embarking on this unknown two-year journey, but we are excited for what is to come. … Continue reading A New Journey
What Kind of Mom are You?
We are all wired differently. We all have unique strengths, quirks, and weaknesses. We all have triumphs and tragedies. But as moms, we have all been called by God to parent those little ones in our lives. God knows exactly how to use us to raise young children to help further his kingdom. What kind … Continue reading What Kind of Mom are You?
Special Giveaway
Enter for your chance to win a signed children's book and an author visit for your school! I’m excited to partner with The Children’s Book Review and Kat Kronenberg to bring you a special giveaway for a children’s book, Love Big. ENTER NOW for your chance to win a signed copy and an author visit … Continue reading Special Giveaway
The Heart of a Servant
In the fading evening light, he is out there, mowing the grass and weed-whacking. But he’s not just mowing our grass; he’s also mowing the neighbors’ yard. His selfless heart is clear for everyone to see. He could be inside, unwinding from a long, emotionally draining week. He could be watching TV or doing absolutely … Continue reading The Heart of a Servant
Twenty Years After Columbine
Twenty years. That’s how long it has been since two students walked into Columbine High School in Colorado with an elaborate plan to go on a killing rampage. I can’t believe that much time has passed. I was only in fifth grade on April 20, 1999. I can’t believe how it still brings tears to … Continue reading Twenty Years After Columbine
Be Your Beautiful Self
My love, Be your beautiful self. You love this shirt, but you don’t even realize the power behind it. Don’t conform to the world’s expectations of you. The world will try to knock you down and tell you you’re not good enough, but it’s all a lie. You have been made by God for an … Continue reading Be Your Beautiful Self
Changing Seasons
Only a few more days until the official start of spring. Maybe you’re in the middle of your own winter season, where everything feels cold, frozen, and lifeless. Maybe you’re stuck in a tough situation. Spring is around the corner. You will emerge from that tough stuff and have incredible new life. Don’t lose hope … Continue reading Changing Seasons
The Beauty in a Mess
My three-year-old is the queen of messes. She is an experience-every-little-part-of-the-moment child. She doesn’t care if she spills stuff all over the floor or if she ruins an outfit. It’s all about fully experiencing everything in front of her. I love that about her, but it also drives me nuts sometimes. My girls were painting … Continue reading The Beauty in a Mess