“I have no idea what’s going to happen.” “I’ve never felt more scared for the US than right now.” “I don’t know what I will do if so-and-so gets elected.” “I’m so worried about this election that it’s keeping me up at night.” Over the past couple of months, I’ve heard friend after friend, read... The post How to Trust God in Uncertain Political Times appeared first on Family Christian ..read more

Throughout scripture, we see Jesus and His followers meeting with God in the morning, sometimes while it is still dark. King David stated in Psalm 5:3 (NIV), “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning, I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” David was praying in the morning. He was... The post Morning Anchors: Starting Your Day With Jesus appeared first on Family Christian ..read more

As the sunlight peeked through the curtains, the thought of facing another day felt utterly overwhelming. Have you ever battled anxiety and stress just to greet the morning? The weight of exhaustion seems to strap itself on me, pressing down on every part of my body. I clung to the blanket, dreading the start of another chaotic day. “No, please don’t make me get up,” I whispered, seeking refuge in the covers. My days had become unmanageable, filled with confusion and a sense of unfulfillment. What could bring clarity and peace to what had become an unanchored life? In today’s fast-paced world ..read more

The teen years are a time of growth and development. Teens are starting to develop ideas and passions of their own. This can be a season where teens tend to question and wonder about many things, including their faith. As parents, our desire is that through this time, we can address and overcome any doubts our teens have about faith to ensure that the truth of God’s promises remains their own personal anchor, rather than them only being anchored to your faith. There are many ways to help your teens overcome their doubts and develop strong convictions and faith, but let’s focus on three main w ..read more

As humans, we all face fear. But, as Christians, fear can also trigger shame and guilt. We know that God says to “fear not” throughout scripture, but how do we replace that fear with faith? We can trust in Jesus as our anchor when we are afraid, especially during uncertain and challenging times. We need to learn to move from fear to faith. Let’s use the acronym “ANCHOR” to help us replace our fear with faith. ANCHOR I live on an island and see many boats. When the water gets rough, people don’t simply take their boats out of the water. They prepare the boat for the storm. One way they do this ..read more

How do you create a new life? How do you begin when you have nothing to build with? Or when every brick you put down crumbles? How do you start over when you’re starting from scratch? What steps should you follow? The Bible girl in me eventually returned to Scripture. There in Genesis 1:2, right where I paused my deep dive, I found my answer. My answer was in God’s position. He was above it all—hovering. See, it’s right there in the book: The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. (Genesis 1:2 ..read more

Christian missionary and author Elisabeth Elliot used to say, “You marry a sinner. There is no one else to marry.” What she was referring to is the fact that our spouses will let us down, they will make mistakes, and there will be sin present in a marriage. Sometimes, that leads to situations that hurt and shatter our trust in our spouse. However, God is in the business of redemption. Broken trust does not have to be the end of the story or the marriage. Scripture is filled with wisdom on how to deal with those who sin against us and how to repair relationships. Look at Yourself Looking at yo ..read more

Parents often view the teen years with wariness, if not complete fear. We fear hormones and testosterone, independence, attitude and rebellion. After all, when a toddler rebels, you still have control. But a teenager who is your same size and has car keys and possibly their source of income? That can be a different matter altogether. If you find yourself battling a rebellious teen, how can you move forward with love and discipline in this unique stage? The key is to remain rooted in Christ’s love and to look to biblical principles in all your dealings with your rebellious teen. It’s important ..read more

Much advice exists to educate us on how we can strengthen our marriages over time. This information is important to heed, but implementing daily habits into your routine serves to fortify your marriage in the long run as well. Here is a list of 10 daily habits we can practice to strengthen our marriages. Talk and Text Throughout the Day Communication is the cornerstone of every marriage and household. While our daily routines may differ, my husband and I make it a point to talk or text throughout the day. Proverbs 18:21 (NIV) wisely reminds us, “The tongue has the power of life and death, and ..read more

Motherhood requires our all. There are no true periods of rest or vacation because we are always still a mother. Even if we sneak a few hours away, our thoughts are often still on the kids. This continual pouring out can lead to a feeling of depletion. We need to draw from sources richer and deeper than our limited strength. Thankfully, God’s Word provides encouragement and wisdom to fill us up when our spirits are dragging. Take these seven scriptures to heart. Study them, write them on cards and place them on your mirrors, in the laundry room, at your work desk or in your purse. Then, when ..read more