Character Development, God's Power, Life Lessons, Ministry, Relationships

What I Want to Whisper to Weary Ministry Leaders

Every week I receive emails from pastors’ wives and women in ministry. On most weeks those emails all have something in common: they express the voice of a dear ministry leader, desperately reaching out for help. Some even say to me, “I’ve never told anyone this before, but… I am so tired. I don’t know… Read More What I Want to Whisper to Weary Ministry Leaders

Giveaways, Grace Parenting, Life Lessons, Parenting/Family, Relationships

If You Have Lost A Child… {Book Review and Giveaway}

Some of you may remember a few years ago when missionaries Matt and Lana Cretzman lost their little 3 year old girl in an automobile accident.  I watched the live streamed funeral service and it greatly impacted me. Since then, I’ve been blessed to be able to follow their story and watch God turn something… Read More If You Have Lost A Child… {Book Review and Giveaway}

Character Development, Ladies Ministry, Life Lessons, Missions, Prayer, Relationships

It’s Not Because I’m a Pastor’s Wife

I am responsible  to love others with unconditional, Christlike love.  {John 15:12} I am responsible for my own life choices, and for the consequences of those choices. {Galatians 6:7-9} I am responsible to nurture a daily, growing relationship with God through prayer and His Word, and to exhibit the fruit of the Spirit. {Galatians 5:22-23}… Read More It’s Not Because I’m a Pastor’s Wife

Family, Five Minute Friday, God's Power, Life Lessons, Prayer

Stories of Grace: The Gift of Citizenship

On Tuesday, March 11th, we joined a crowd of possibly 400 people to accept one of the biggest gifts we’ve ever received. Myself, my husband, and 235 others were candidates for Canadian citizenship. From all around the world we came, bringing together a delightful blend of languages, cultures, and life journeys. With our left hands… Read More Stories of Grace: The Gift of Citizenship

Giveaways, Ministry, Parenting/Family, Practical Tips, Relationships

Pornography: A Dychotomy of Pain and Hope {And a Giveaway from Covenant Eyes}

It’s prevalent in families, churches, and leadership. Men and women are addicted. Kids are being exposed at even earlier ages, and yet parents give them unlimited internet access. Pastors and church leaderships often don’t see the need for accountability. Counseling appointments with church members often end as soon as internet accountability is required. The statistics… Read More Pornography: A Dychotomy of Pain and Hope {And a Giveaway from Covenant Eyes}