Category: Spiritual
Sunday Sip: Happy Easter!
Happy Easter! On Friday (Good Friday) I talked about how thankful I was for what Jesus did for me. But that was only HALF the story . . . Today is an even MORE joyful day!! Why? No . . . it’s not because the Easter Bunny is going to bring me chocolate eggs and… Continue reading . . .
Sunday Sip: 2 Corinthians 4:18 – Fix your eyes
What are your eyes fixed on today? I’m sure you are not like me . . . struggling with the constant battle within between spirit and soul – between focusing on and believing in the promises and truth of God, versus the reality of the people, words spoken, and circumstances surrounding me. What? You… Continue reading . . .
Are you a bad mom? (Part 2)
Are you a bad mom? If you missed the 1st part – You can read it HERE before continuing. . . . Where did things first go wrong? Reread that passage in Genesis again. It wasn’t the Father, and it wasn’t the kids (yes – later it was their choice) . . . There was… Continue reading . . .
Are you a Bad Mom? (Part 1)
Are you a Bad Mom? On Mothering Matters Facebook page a few days ago, I asked the question – “What is your biggest fear as a mom?” One mom bravely and honestly responded something I think many (if not most) of us have feared or thought about at one point or another . . .… Continue reading . . .
A Good Mother (Are you a good mom?)
You are a GOOD mother! We all have those days when we feel like we’ve “blown it” as a mom. But do you ever have one of those days – or maybe it’s even just a moment – when you realize - you just did something right as a mom – and you feel like… Continue reading . . .
YOU are AMAZING!
YOU are AMAZING! Did you know that?! You truly are! You are an AMAZING mom! You are an AMAZING person! You are an AMAZING daughter, wife, friend . . . . and so much more! How do I know? “No I’m not Lori. You don’t even know me. You can’t say that about me. You… Continue reading . . .
One Million Arrows
Hello!! It’s been too long! I am sorry!! It’s not that I have forgotten about you . . . but I’ve just been busy (5 kids, taking a ministry class, missions trip, summer craziness . . . ). It’s not an excuse – I know. But I have missed chatting with you. This morning I… Continue reading . . .
"My Favrit Book . . ."
I just had to post this! My 6 year old, 1st grader, had to write (in public school) about his favorite book. The above pictures are what he wrote! You go son!! Here is what it says: “My favrit book is the Bible. It tells abot holy stuf. It has a old tesment and a… Continue reading . . .
Spiritual Cavities?
I HATE going to the dentist! First there’s the fear of having cavities – (which is really a fear of the Novocaine and drill to take care of the cavities . . . but that’s another story to tell you! Plus – I don’t think there’s any more room in my mouth for cavities to… Continue reading . . .
Return to Sender – Final news!
Well – check it out on the ACLJ’s website!! We will “not be prohibited” from passing out our candy canes this year! It only took the school’s lawyers a year to get back to us! But at least they came to the right decision. I would still love to see some sort of memo or… Continue reading . . .
Out of the mouth of babes!
I just had to share this! This was an email from my sister-in-law with her daughter (my niece). Out of the mouth of babes!Last night, I was reading through one of my theology books (Karl Barth’s – God Here And Now) and Gracie was snacking at the table across from me. She paused and asked… Continue reading . . .
The least of these . . . continued.
I wish I had this song to show you when I originally posted “The least of these . . .” .This is for all those days you feel like “just being a mom” is tough . . . .tiring . . . not getting you closer to God . . . etc. Hang in there… Continue reading . . .
The least of these . . .
I LOVE to spend time with the Lord! I long for the days (in YWAM) that I used to spend 2 and 3 hours with Him – talking, listening, reading His Word, crying, rejoicing, learning and more. . . . . . . of course – that was B.C.!! Before Children!! Heck -that was B.H.… Continue reading . . .
Cleaning up Messes
Ugh . . . . if there’s one thing I hate – it’s having to clean up other people’s messes all day long. By “other people” – I mean my children. It seems like it’s a never ending battle. I look around the house at all the clutter and messes and realize . . .… Continue reading . . .
Happy Holi-Hanua-Kwanza!
My friend Terri sent me a link to this poem on another blog – The Potter’s Hand ! It fits in perfectly with my post from yesterday!! Enjoy! Twas the month before ChristmasWhen all through our land,Not a Christian was prayingNor taking a stand.Why the Politically Correct Police had taken away,The reason for Christmas –… Continue reading . . .
