Life-changing? Yes, this is a bold claim. But my soul claims that it is true. My life is dramatically changing because of these truths. THE Truth? Yes, another bold claim. But it is straight from the mouth of Jesus, the One who IS the Way, the TRUTH, and the Life. Does your soul crave true ... View Post

Now it came about it a land far away, a long time ago, the sons of Moab and the sons of Ammon, together with some of the Meunites, came to make war against Jehoshaphat, king of Judah. The message was clear: A multitude was invading. Now it also happens that in another land, many years later, ... View Post

Another day in the recliner. Another day of haphazard meals. Another day of lesson plans left unchecked. Another day of excessive tv. Another day of constant mental struggle. Do you ever wonder if homeschooling when Mom has a chronic illness is just too much? Do you doubt whether you can really ... View Post

"There's apparently a secret club." My heart sank as another mom relayed the woes of our young students at co-op. My child was the instigator. Her child was not allowed in the club. Her child was in tears. Mine was oblivious to the broken heart. My friend courageously decided it was best to work ... View Post

I'm no stranger to the valley. Maybe it's my circumstances. Perhaps it's just my personality. Probably a combination. This valley is not my first choice of where to be, yet it's strangely familiar.  In the valley, I have danced with depression. I have gracefully grieved. I have survived difficult ... View Post

Bows slung across their shoulders. Quivers bulged with arrows. The archers of Israel's tribe of Ephraim stood ready for battle. After years of training, the time had come. They were trained. They were equipped. They were skilled. They were ready for battle. Valiantly, they marched forward toward the ... View Post