How the Psalms Are a Place of Comfort The moment I realized I needed more than a sentiment was the time I laid in bed cried. The tears were literally soaking my pillow. The next morning massacre marked the white cotton. Good vibes, simple prayers, and love from those around me couldn’t solve the hopelessness I felt deep inside my soul. Have you ever felt this way? Overwhelmed with anxiety you literally struggled to breathe? Deep in the pit of…
Why Relationships Matter More Than Our To-Do List When my children ran across the road, I was shamed into believing I was a bad mother. As I ushered my kids into the grocery store, I was constantly aware of the subtle glances I saw coming from onlookers. I have a lot of children. I know. Five children is a lot and often I fall into the trap of self-doubt. Did we make a mistake? Am I enough for each one…
Today I’m so happy to host a guest blogger, writer, and friend! Amanda Davison is the wife to a Minnesota farmer, mother of three, and President of the nonprofit, A Wife Like Me. She is an author and speaker, and serves on staff at her local church, where her and her husband lead the marriage mentor team. Amanda is relentlessly sharing how her education in counseling and God’s word changed her life and marriage. You can be a part of…
As we move out of our house this coming year, I’m wondering what to do with the part of the wall in our hallway. You see, it isn’t just a part of the wall, it is a piece of our family. Every six months we stand the children up to the hall and measure their height. As the years go by, we look to see how far they’ve grown. Bittersweet memories flood my mind every time I walk past that…