Christian Living
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GOD, I FEEL SCARED Book Review
“Scared happens to us all, and that’s okay. But God doesn’t want you to stay afraid.” This is the theme in the picture book GOD, I FEEL SCARED (Zonderkidz, p.30). Three weeks ago, Hurricane Helene caused more destruction than anyone expected. As it swept through communities, it left behind inconceivable devastation and fear. Sadly, my daughter and her family experienced this in their Black Mountain/Swannanoa Valley community. Thankfully, they and their home are okay. Or, as she says, “We’re okay, but we’re not okay.” If your family has been affected by recent storms—figuratively or literally—then consider reading together GOD, I FEEL SCARED.
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The Power of Mama’s Bible
There’s been a connection between my mother and her Bible for as long as I can remember. Years passed before I realized the power of that bond.
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If You Love Your Pastor, Send Him Away (+ List of Places)
October is Pastor Appreciation Month and as a semi-retired pastor’s wife, I’d like to share with you one way to show love to your pastor. In 2015, I wrote a blog post, The Best Gift My Husband Ever Received for Pastor Appreciation Month. I’m amazed at how many people are still viewing that post! I want to update you on my husband’s pastoring journey, and how we believe even more now, that sending your pastor away is one of the greatest acts of love you can show. Plus, I am including a list of places that offer free or reduced-price lodging for ministry leaders.
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God’s Love Connects Us All {Guest Post}
Please welcome my guest, Michelle Medlock Adams, who is sharing a special story with us about how God's love connects us all. Michelle is a best-selling, award-winning author of over 100 books with more than 4 million books sold. She's won more than 90 industry awards including the Christian Market Book Awards, the Selah Book Awards, and the MoonBeam Children's Book Awards. Previously on this blog, I reviewed one of her many delightful books, God is Bigger Than That! Next week, I'll review her book, Love Connects Us All. Plus, she is kindly donating a copy to give away to one of you! Michelle, thank you for your generosity. And,…
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The 3 R’s of Retiring Homeschool Moms
During my years as a kindergarten teacher in the public school system, the custom was to recognize retiring teachers with a reception and present them with a brass apple. So, what happens when homeschool moms retire? After 24 years of homeschooling, that’s what I’ve been pondering after officially closing our homeschool with the Dept. of Non-Public Education a few weeks ago. I’ve whittled my reflections down to 3 R’s.
