inspired by Psalm 51 and War of Words by P.D. Tripp Have mercy on me, O God,because you are hesed.I’m counting on your faithfulness,mercy, and steadfast loveto delete my sinful words andto wash my mouth out with soap. Not just my mouth,but also my heart attitude.You are the one who’s most offendedalthough others have been slicedContinueContinue reading “Word Crimes”
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Ditch the Baggage
If you’re anything like me, you’ve made resolutions to lose weight, do devotions daily, save more money, 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 we’reContinueContinue reading “Ditch the Baggage”
Holding On When You Want to Let Go–Book Review
I’ve been wanting to read Holding On When You Want to Let Go by Sheila Walsh ever since it hit the shelves. She writes from the place of having wanted to give up and being in difficult circumstances where she didn’t feel like God was anywhere in sight–let alone holding her. Sheila shares her hard-earnedContinueContinue reading “Holding On When You Want to Let Go–Book Review”
Introducing the Midlife Faith Group!
A few months ago, I had the privilege of being interviewed by Angie Baughman on her podcast Steady On. We chatted about all kinds of life stuff, especially what happens when we get to the middle-aged stage of life (defined by many as ages 40-65ish). I’m pretty sure I had a moment and totally forgotContinueContinue reading “Introducing the Midlife Faith Group!”
What to Say Instead
Nothing! Yes, often the best thing to say is nothing at all. But that’s so hard for this fix-it society. In fact, I caught myself opening my mouth to spout a fix-it verse just the other day. We often feel like when someone says something, we have to respond. Right that second. Don’t. Stop. Listen.ContinueContinue reading “What to Say Instead”
How to F.O.C.U.S.
Forget trying to get the kids to focus, I’m the one having problems concentrating! So, here are a few tips to help moms (or anyone else) focus on the task at hand, which will enable you to finish sooner. F – FACEBOOK (Twitter, blogs, email, etc.) = NOT! Turn it off for a while! O – ONEContinueContinue reading “How to F.O.C.U.S.”
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?”
Happy Memorial Day!
Thank you to all who have served and given their lives so that this flag can fly freely today.
Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 5: Organization Helps
I’m over at Heart of the Matter Online today. Hop on over and check out our other fabulous posts by our very talented writers. Before y’all glare at me for suggesting more work for we who can barely manage the basics most of the time, let me assure you that being organized can help us.ContinueContinue reading “Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 5: Organization Helps”
Bethany LaShell 