31 Days {Honor}

{Honor} Honor was always something I felt was reserved for God. Only He deserved the honor and praise. A special place in our hearts. First. Set apart and unique. Honor wasn’t something I should need or want. Yet, I read: “‘Honor your father and mother.’ This is the first commandment with a promise.” Ephesians 6:2 and “honor the faithful followers of the Lord, and keep their promises even when it hurts.” Psalm 15:4 So, do we deserve honor? Did God create us to want…

The First 3 Steps for Living in Today

My new motto is “Survive Today”. If adoption has taught me anything, it has taught me the future is always uncertain. No matter how much you plan. Or prepare. Or pray. I have learned to live one day at a time. With four little ones, homeschooling, all of the therapy and appointments I can only live in today. Matthew 6:34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Today is enough. Living in…

Are You Feeling Forgotten?

Genesis 40:23 – “Yet the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph, but forgot him.” Do you feel forgotten in your waiting? Left out. No baby showers or pregnancy countdowns while I wanted to bring home our China girl. No apps to show how she is growing. No tips or tricks in preparing the nursery. No check lists for recommended baby registering 101. No. Women adopting are often forgotten in the sea of waiting. Do you feel forgotten in your waiting? Looked over….

Resources for a Life of Rest

Articles on Living a Rest-Filled Sabbath Rest  3 Ways to Enter into His Rest Now Why Your Daily Push Practice of Rest Why Rest Takes Courage Hope Love V. 9 5 Things Every Busy Mom Needs Books to Dive Deeper into His Word Simply Tuesday Becoming a Woman of Simplicity   The Best Yes   Abide in Christ Hands Free Mama Special Videos Simply Tuesday by Emily P. Freeman  Facebook / / Twitter / / Instagram / / Pinterest Do you struggle finding time to study…