Parenting
Honest Hard Work
June 3, 2016 • Parenting
Summertime is a crazy time. I know in our home we anticipate sleeping in and the idea of days of boredom seem like the sight of storm clouds forming over the prairie that will provide rest for a weary…
“A Transgendered Thought Experiment” by Kevin DeYoung
May 26, 2016 • Parenting
I recently read a blog posting by Kevin DeYoung of The Gospel Coalition entitled A Transgendered Thought Experiment. DeYoung creates a fictional account of a high school guidance counselor’s discussion with a teenager who believes she is something that she, in fact, is…
Class of 2016: Eyes Open
May 23, 2016 • Parenting
Dear Graduates, I, as have all of the adults, have cheered as you ran up and down basketball courts, played in band contests, under the Friday night lights and on many volleyball courts. We have listened to you sing your…
Rescue Parenting
May 20, 2016 • Parenting, Speaking, Teens
A couple of weekends ago, CareNet Pregnancy Centers & Mentoring Programs hosted a Rescue Parenting Seminar. I had the privilege of sharing with parents my own experiences and teaching through the Rescue book and DVD. What we know is that…
Let there be light.
May 17, 2016 • Parenting
Have you seen this video, yet? Watch the spark when the sperm connects with the egg… He is the light! For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. Psalm 36:9 And God said, “Let…
Fearless Motherhood
May 13, 2016 • Community, Ministries, Parenting, Women's Events
I had the honor to speak at The Church at Bushland on Mother’s Day. I’d like to share with you today what the Lord gave me to say to their church body. You can find the podcast here. 2…
Thoughts on Motherhood
May 10, 2016 • Community, Parenting, Speaking, Teens, Women's Events
Top 10 list of things I will never understand as a mom… 10. How can one child wear 5 outfits in 1 day? 9. Why do males, young and old, throw socks 6 inches in front of the hamper…
Thank You, Moms.
May 6, 2016 • Parenting
“It takes someone strong, to make someone strong.” Thank you, moms, for being the carriers of hope and the guardians of dreams. “But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But…
Honor Roll
May 3, 2016 • Parenting, Teens
In my estimation, Middle School is one of the most difficult times in life. You are at the mercy of your environment, and the environment in Middle School can be extremely toxic and overwhelming. Understanding this, makes recognizing and celebrating…
