Tag: Candy Gibbs Rescue
Humility
June 26, 2018 • Parenting, Teen Events, Teens
Humility. What a difficult issue humility can be! We want our children to be confident and not to struggle with insecurity. Our desire as parents is that they would accomplish the fullness of God’s will for their lives…that they would…
Kindness
June 22, 2018 • Community, Parenting, Teen Events
Oftentimes we say to our kids, “you should be kind… show her some kindness… can you please be kind to your little brother?” But it is my prayer that we will begin to teach them in practical ways how to…
I am fine.
June 20, 2018 • Ministries, Parenting, Women's Events
I had a recent conversation with a friend that went something like this… “How are you doing?” “I am fine.” But I am tired of fine. I am asking the Lord to teach me…teach me to be content in all…
Jake Standing His Ground
June 1, 2018 • Parenting, Speaking, Teen Events
Jake and I recently had the opportunity to speak in Wichita Falls with a group of parents who are committed to raising warriors. I shared a portion of Jake’s first talk earlier this week. We talked about Technology (see latest…
Jake Wielding His Sword, The Word of God
May 30, 2018 • Parenting, Pro-Life Events, Speaking, Teen Events
“My prayer is; not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by the truth; your…
Who is holding the sword? Part One
May 22, 2018 • Parenting
I can remember both of my boys running around in diapers or shorts armed with a plastic sword intent on finding a dragon to slay. What a funny sight to see such little heroes, with milk mustaches from breakfast, set…
Wonder
May 15, 2018 • Parenting, Pro-Life Events, Speaking, Teen Events, Women's Events
The earth is filled with awe at your wonders…I know that we all can relate to magical moments as we observe the wonder of His creation. The key word there however, is “observe”…when we take the time to observe. I…
Anticipating Rebellion
May 10, 2018 • Parenting
Have you heard people say things like… “Oh, you thought it was the terrible 2s!” “She just turned 13? You better buckle up.” “You have teenagers? I’ll pray for you.” I think that often times the teen years are looked…
Hope: Real Life Stories
May 8, 2018 • Ministries, Parenting, Speaking, Women's Events
My friend, Brenda Trafton, has collected stories of hope and restoration in her new book, Hope: Real Life Stories. What a privilege to join these pillars of the faith in sharing what God has done! Here’s a little taste of…
Is this for real?
May 3, 2018 • Parenting, Speaking, Teen Events, Teens
Is this for real?! A junior in high school with no social media…and challenging others to focus more on Christ and His calling on their lives?! We are not too busy to seek His Face and refocus our attention. With…
