Good Friday. Such an interesting title for the most unjust and tragic day in all of earth’s history. Yet it can be good because of what Christ’s death accomplished. Today, I’m celebrating because of what the sacrifice of Jesus’ life accomplished for me. Even more so, I’m celebrating because of what His defeat of death […]
The Quest for a Happy Haven: 10 Minute Clean-up Challenge
I have come to realize that one of the reasons I sometimes find my house in complete disarray is because I let the collective mess overwhelm me. I look around and I think, “No way can I get all of this under control in one short hour while my 2 year old naps” (or pretends […]
Not My Average Easter
Photo Credit Sometimes it seems that holidays come and go without making much of a difference. I eat more candy and big meals, give and receive a few presents, and before I know it, it’s history. This started bothering me a few years ago as I put effort and joy into decorating for Thanksgiving and […]
Easter Activities for Kids
I’m really excited about this Easter! On Monday, I’m planning to be brutally honest about struggles I’ve had in the past about making Easter – and other holidays – intentionally special in my own heart. Thankfully, I serve a God who cares enough about me to convict me of my sin. One of the ways […]
Doing Ministry Outside the Home When You’ve Got Little Munchkins {Guest Post}
Today I welcome back Desiré to share some ministry opportunities God has given her as she raises her two small children. I pray you are inspired, as I am, to put yourself out there for the cause of Christ. What better way to teach our kids the importance of ministering to others than to let […]
Hi. I’m a Mom and I Work in Full-Time Ministry {Guest Post}
I know you’ll be encouraged by reading the first of two posts from my friend Desiré. Today she tells her story about how God changed her view of ministry in a personal and powerful way. Be sure to check out When You Rise, a blog where she and my other friend Jen share fantastic ideas […]
What if I Minister?
Whose job is ministry? Contrary to the world’s definition, ministry is meant to be accomplished by all believers. It’s not something that should be left to those on staff at churches or to foreign missionaries; as disciples of Jesus, it’s something each of us is called to do. It’s often easy for us to get […]
Grab a FREE copy of Warrior Prayers! (Offer expired)
Source This offer is no longer valid. I still highly recommend you purchase your own copy of Warrior Prayers! (I am not affiliated in any way; I just think it’s a great book.) I will also be giving away a copy of it in the coming weeks, so stay tuned! There are certain times in […]
5 Steps Toward Getting Your House in Order
If you missed the first post in the series, you can read it here. Before we can get into any of the overwhelming number of ideas that are out there to make our homes better places, we have to set some personal ground rules for ourselves. If you’re anything like me, new ideas only work […]
Meditation Monday: My Ministry
“Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart.” 2 Corinthians 4:1 One simple memory verse has really gotten me to thinking so much about how I view ministry versus how God does. I didn’t have a clue how powerful this solitary sentence in scripture would become to […]