About that time Caesar Augustus ordered a census to be taken throughout the Empire. This was the first census when Quirinius was governor of Syria. Everyone had to travel to his own ancestral hometown to be accounted for. So Joseph went from the Galilean town of Nazareth up to Bethlehem in Judah, David’s town, forContinueContinue reading “The REAL Christmas Story”
Category Archives: encouragement
Unglued (book review)
Lysa TerKeurst’s new book, Unglued, was written specifically for me. Okay, maybe not, but it sure felt like it as I worked through it! Why is it that when I’m at church or out with casual friends, I can be Mrs. Calm, Cool, and Collected, but just let one of my kids leave dirty socksContinueContinue reading “Unglued (book review)”
Recharge Your Batteries
Let’s face it: homeschool moms expend a lot of energy. We’re not only the chief cooks and bottle washers, but we’re also the main teachers and guidance counselors for our children. And then, our hubbies like for us to reserve a little energy for them, too. Not to mention the fact that many homeschool momsContinueContinue reading “Recharge Your Batteries”
What’s Next?
What should I do next? That question has often left me in a tizzy trying to figure out which item on my very-important-to-do-right-now list ought to be the next thing to receive my attention. Yes, I’ve read the books on prioritizing. Yes, I usually make a physical, written list of all that needs to beContinueContinue reading “What’s Next?”
New Year’s Resolutions
If you’re anything like me, you’ve made resolutions to lose weight, do devotions daily, be nicer to your family, and have a home-cooked meal on the table every night by 5:30. While there’s nothing wrong with those resolutions, if you’re anything like me, you’ve already broken at least one of them–and it’s only two daysContinueContinue reading “New Year’s Resolutions”
Dealing with Chronic Illnesses Part 3: Dreading December
I’m over at Heart of the Matter Online today. Check out the rest of our wonderful writers! December is my favorite month of the year because it includes my two favorite holidays: Jesus’ birthday and my birthday. I love the presents (giving as well as receiving), the wrapping, the sights, the sounds, the smells, theContinueContinue reading “Dealing with Chronic Illnesses Part 3: Dreading December”
Taking Care of Mom, Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 2
In last month’s article, “How to Bless Homeschooling Moms Who Have Chronic Illnesses,” I listed a few things that other homeschool moms could do to help a fellow mom in need. The list was hardly comprehensive, but it was a start. This month I want to address a few ways that families can bless theirContinueContinue reading “Taking Care of Mom, Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 2”
What to be Thankful For
What to be Thankful For By Louis Bromfield Oh, Lord, I thank You for the privilege and gift of living and a world filled with beauty and excitement and variety. I thank You for the gift of loving and being loved, for the friendliness and understanding and beauty of the animals on the farm andContinueContinue reading “What to be Thankful For”
Bethany LaShell 