Encouragement is one of the core foundations for friendship. I believe God equips each of us to encourage those around us, but let’s be honest: sometimes it can be exhausting and we don’t always see immediate results. Thankfully, God has left no life situation unaddressed in His Word. Join me over at Sisters in […]
BFF-less {Guest Post}
Today I welcome Sarah from In Total Disarray. Sarah and I met through blogging a few months ago, and God has really used her to encourage me on many occasions. Won’t you take time to encourage her as she shares one aspect of friendship that she continues to work through in this journey through life? […]
The Sweetness of Amish Friendship Bread
I awoke early last Monday with an energy unusual for me. It was Amish Friendship Bread making day, and I had a friend to whom I wanted to deliver it. As I got out the ingredients and began the process of preparing my new starter bags, I couldn’t help but think about the beauty behind […]
Why I’m Celebrating This Easter
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 […]