If we’re being honest, we all struggle from time to time with being genuinely happy for others. Yet as Christian parents, we are called not only to love and celebrate others, but to model this behavior to our children. In this article, Heather Wagner shows us that God can empower us through His Spirit to love our neighbors whether we feel like it or not, and shares practical ways we can teach our children how to be happy for others through digging into the Word, providing practical opportunities, listening well, and growing in grace.  Table of Contents Some friends of mine too ..read more

Being a mom is hard, and nearly every mom has wondered if it’s worth it. In this article, Cindy Singleton unpacks why being a mom is not easy, sharing Scriptural truths to encourage and remind us that even on the hardest days, we are building a legacy for our families, and the daily struggle is always worth it in the long run. Being a mom is hard, and nearly every mom has wondered if it’s worth it. While my three daughters were still at home, it wasn’t unusual for me to say, “I love being a mom!” But there were also moments―sometimes even days―when I secretly thought, “I hate being a mom ..read more

We can probably all relate to the feeling of mom burnout. After all, moms are busy and stress is natural in the midst of raising a family and juggling all the things. But there’s often a hidden reason for mom burnout that’s harder to uncover—the state of our hearts. In this article, Cindy Singleton shares 3 symptoms of a burnt-out mom and offers key spiritual solutions for each one. The reason for mom burnout is easy to pinpoint, at least at first glance. After all, moms are busy and stress is natural. But there’s a hidden reason for mom burnout that’s harder to uncover. Most moms, even ..read more

The unique challenges of motherhood can often lead us to doubt our worth and capabilities, and strive to ‘prove ourselves’ to our husband, our family, and even to God. In this article, Kim Breuninger encourages any mom who might be struggling with doubt, inadequacy, or pain, to stop striving for God’s acceptance in this season, and instead abide in the truth that you already are wholly and completely loved and accepted, just as you are. As a new mom, then suddenly a single mom, followed by a stepmom, I hid my fears and insecurities from my family well. I was painfully aware of the challe ..read more

As parents, deeply ingrained with the need to protect our children at all costs, it can feel impossible at times to take a step back and allow them to struggle through difficult situations on their own. Even more so, when it feels like God is not stepping up to help them the way we want Him to. In this article, Jenna Marie Masters gently reminds us of the importance of stepping back in faith and trusting God with our children, no matter how strong the desire is to jump in and save them.  When I was a kid, some lady bundled me in winter clothes and threw me into a swimming pool. I th ..read more

Parenting a child with special needs has many blessings attached but can also leave you feeling exhausted, depleted, anxious, and very much alone. In this article, autism mom Vicki Bentley shares 50 encouraging Bible verses for special needs parents that have ministered to her heart as she parents her daughter, and reminded her of the God who equips and strengthens her for this hard and holy work.  Being a mother is learning about the strengths you didn’t know you had, and dealing with fears you didn’t know existed.”  Linda Wooten I heard this quote often when I first became a ..read more

Parenting a child with mental illness can be a challenging and heartbreaking journey to navigate. Yet healthy communication is key to the mental health and wellbeing of everyone involved.  Based on her own personal experience with her son, Kristen Hallinan shares 10 strategies to support and love a child well with mental illness. I gripped my son’s hand as we sat on the therapist’s couch together. There was a layer of sweat forming between our skin, although I wasn’t sure if it was his or mine. As the doctor asked more questions, I could tell where she was headed. I had always feare ..read more

High school athletes are juggling more than they ever have, between school and practice and games and family responsibilities, and learning to walk out their faith in the midst of all this is a heavy task. In this article, Tresta Payne, a former athlete and now a parent and coach of teen athletes, shares 3 areas of personal growth for your teen athlete that aid in character building in sports and help them flourish both on and off the field.   It’s that time of year. My washing machine is full of stinky practice gear, my garage houses the cleats that aren’t welcome inside, a ..read more

As moms we know how important it is to pray with and for our children, but what do we do when the burden of life weighs heavy and the words simply won’t come or just don’t seem enough? In this article, Laura Fox reminds us of the Holy’s Spirit’s willingness to intercede for us when all we have is groans, and uses an adaptation of the Lord’s prayer for kids to offer a powerful and relatable mother’s prayer for her children.  It was my youngest daughter’s turn to pray her bedtime prayers, as is our nightly routine. Typically at the end of each day, we read a book, then we pray togethe ..read more

Most boy moms will tell you it takes a lot of time and effort to fill those hungryboy bellies. In part 2 of our ‘Raising Teen Boys’ series, seasoned boy mom Michele Morin shares some of her favorite cheap and easy recipes to both satisfy your hungry boys and help you create lasting memories of gathering together in love.  This article is part 2 in our two-part series: Raising Teen Boys. Read the full series by clicking below ..read more