Let’s be real. Life hurts. As humans it is one of our common denominators. And it is inevitable. It may happen to us in different ways; divorce, death, a broken heart, grief, loss, lack, low self-esteem, loneliness, sickness, addiction, abandonment, rejection, betrayal….. but sooner or later we experience pain. And then God speaks. Turns out He has actuallyContinue reading “God Shouts”
Category Archives: God
Okay for ME, but NOT for YOU…
I am hard on my kids. Too hard, a lot of times, which always makes me regret it once I stop and think about how I’m treating them. Instead of choosing my battles, I decide to take on every battle! That is what SUPERMOM is all about, right? Keeping a tight leash on your kidsContinue reading “Okay for ME, but NOT for YOU…”
Are You Prayin’ About It?
Last night I was lying in bed thinking about a couple of things. This was sMaLL stuff–you know–like how I was going to get everything done this week, if I had enough activities planned for the kids this summer, and if I was going to get the stain out of those tan pants :-/ AllContinue reading “Are You Prayin’ About It?”
A Simple Solution for a Chaotic Life
One of the best things I learned as a first year teacher was, when I got overwhelmed, to take a step back and try to SIMPLIFY the situation. I am especially grateful that I figured it out before I had kids because I can’t imagine my life without it! Are you overwhelmed about house projects? Continue reading “A Simple Solution for a Chaotic Life”
A Quick Reminder…
I was reading from My Jesus Calling devotional and knew if this spoke to me today, it would probably speak to at least one of you… Read this as if it was Jesus speaking this to you: “Give up the illusion that you deserve a problem-free life. Part of you is still hungering for theContinue reading “A Quick Reminder…”
Remembering Grandma
Last week I lost the last of my four grandparents. My grandma was 91 years old and had been living in a nursing home suffering from Alzheimer’s for the past 10 years. She lost her ability to speak about 5 years ago and hasn’t recognized any of us in over 5 years. Over the years itContinue reading “Remembering Grandma”
Day 11 – Advent Calendar
Advent Day #11 – Go Christmas caroling to a neighbor or a shut-in. {You may choose to simplify the process big-time and do something as easy as pick one person a day from now ’til Christmas and pray for them. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful, or cost you anything. Do what works forContinue reading “Day 11 – Advent Calendar”
Day 10 – Advent Calendar
Advent Day #10 – Do something nice for a stranger such as go through a drive thru and pay for the person behind you, give a generous tip, or let them have the better parking spot. {You may choose to simplify the process big-time and do something as easy as pick one person a day fromContinue reading “Day 10 – Advent Calendar”
Day 6 – Advent Calendar
Advent Day #6 – Sleep by the Christmas Tree. {You may choose to simplify the process big-time and do something as easy as pick one person a day from now to Christmas and pray for them. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful, or cost you anything. Do what works for you and enjoy the seasonContinue reading “Day 6 – Advent Calendar”
Day 5 – Advent Calendar
Advent Day #5 – Relive a tradition with your kids (if you have any) that you did when you were a kid OR start a new Christmas tradition that brings happiness and joy. {You may choose to simplify the process big-time and do something as easy as pick one person a day from now ’tilContinue reading “Day 5 – Advent Calendar”
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