Your momentary decisions with your people can either invite Jesus in or squeeze Him out.  Are you creating space for Jesus in your relationships? Try one of the follow recommendations to invite Him in today. Surrender your rights No, people do not always treat you the way they should. You deserve ... View Post

Are you brave enough to admit the truth? Like the Bethlehem inn that was too full to receive Jesus, your schedule is often too full to allow Him space. Ouch. The truth hurts. Stop. No feelings of guilt! There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  There is, however, a Savior who ... View Post

A restful heart during the Christmas season... Is it even possible for a mom? Tree to decorate. Decorations to hang. Presents to buy. Presents to wrap. Cookies to bake. Parties to attend. Cards to address. Advent book to read. Jesse Tree to explain. Carols to sing. Nativity play to perform. And that ... View Post

November 13, 2009 The day I received the unexpected gift of nearly dying. It's a day I would never want to relive. Even more, I would never want my family to relive it. But I wouldn't trade it for anything. You see, November 13, 2009 is the day my youngest son was born. The day I stood at the ... View Post

Is the idea of teaching from a state of rest an unattainable myth for homeschoolers? Numerous home educators, including myself, have been asking themselves that question. It just sounds too good to be true. Homeschool. Rest. Can those words peacefully coexist in the same sentence? We gobble up books ... View Post

Yesterday was such a lovely day. Blue skies. Gentle breeze. Hint of autumn.  Early time with my Jesus. Breakfast and morning devotions on the front porch. Slow-paced but amazingly productive. Homemade mini-pizzas for lunch. Reading lessons with my youngest on my lap. Silly costumes, scissors and ... View Post