Introduction: The Living Word of God A few days ago, I went upstairs to tuck my younger two into bed, pray over them, and kiss them goodnight. After kissing the head of my 10 year old, I entered my almost 12-year-old daughter’s room to find her waiting eagerly with her Bible open. “Mama, I want...

Introduction: Practicing Kindness, Empathy, and Prayer “Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care...” 1 Peter 5: 1-4 I think we can all agree this election cycle has been long. Last week’s elections brought both a historic upset and some challenges to our personal relationships. Plus, my children are more aware this election...

Introduction: Launch Your Child Into Their Calling Recently, I was back home in Texas having lunch with my parents and my oldest sister. While we were all sitting together, my sister and I were chatting about raising our children and the different talents and dreams we see in each kiddo. As we were chatting, my father...

Introduction: The Beauty of Adoption I remember several years ago sitting in church listening to an old friend speak of his recent trip to Africa. I watched as images of beautiful people, an unknown land, and poverty flashed before my eyes. The place? Burkina Faso. I cried through the whole thing. For Darrel and Kim...