Early-morning walking is a necessity in the early summer suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona. The sun rises early, and with it comes the heat. On my morning walks, I enjoy praying and taking note of nature as it thrives around me. Listening to a variety of birds as they call, observing baby quail scurrying across streets with their watchful parents, counting how many bunny kits are making their first explorations away from cozy hovels, and, these [...]
Faith in action isn't reserved for extraordinary moments. It's woven into the ordinary rhythms of everyday life as we choose to trust and follow Christ. Have you ever received a handmade gift from someone you deeply loved? Not something purchased from a store, but something that took time, sacrifice, and countless hours to create. A gift so precious that you were almost afraid to use it because you didn't want to damage it? Sometimes I [...]
Several years ago at Legacy Family Camp, one of our volunteers was talking about the summer plans he had with his children. As he shared the memories they were creating, he kept repeating one phrase: “I’ve only got 6 more summers.” At first, it sounded almost fatalistic, as if in six years someone would be gone. But as he explained what God had placed on his heart, I realized he wasn’t speaking from fear. He was speaking [...]
As Christian parents, we all want our children to love God's Word. We faithfully read Bible stories at bedtime, memorize Scripture together, and bring them to church each week. But have you ever finished reading a passage with your child only to realize that neither of you could clearly explain what you just read? If you're honest, you've probably experienced the same thing during your own quiet time. You read a chapter, close your Bible, and remember a verse or [...]
Spending time with God doesn't always look the same in every season. Sometimes He invites us into fresh rhythms that help us hear His voice more clearly. Personally, I’ve had a hard time sitting still lately. I’m not sure why. I used to sit at the table for an hour or two, soaking up God’s Word. Now I get up every few minutes. I’m distracted, seeing all that needs to be done, getting up to [...]
America is celebrating a historic milestone this year—250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Along with patriotic celebrations, there has also been renewed conversation about faith, prayer, and America’s spiritual heritage. In recent months, public prayer gatherings, Scripture readings, and faith-centered events connected to America’s 250th anniversary have gained national attention. Initiatives such as America Reads the Bible and Rededicate 250 have brought prayer and Scripture into public spaces in Washington, D.C., encouraging Americans to reflect [...]
Living as Daughters of the King Psalm 45 contains one of the most breathtaking statements in Scripture: “The King is enthralled by your beauty.” Pause for a moment and truly let those words settle into your heart. The God of the universe is not merely tolerating you. He is not constantly disappointed in you or frustrated by your weaknesses. According to Scripture, the King is enthralled by your beauty. As Christian mothers, many of us live more [...]
Obedience is foundational. Toddlers are taught to obey their parents, and these early lessons serve them well as they enter children’s church or elementary school classrooms. Teachers can’t effectively teach if children haven’t first learned to listen and obey. Obedience is a simple concept, yet many miss it. Some parents don’t think it’s their responsibility to instill principles such as obedience, honor, and respect in their children. They want to be their child’s friend and think that these concepts will stymie the development of that friendship. They are probably right. God didn’t give us children to befriend [...]
One of the greatest responsibilities God gives parents is discipling their children in His Word. Yet many Christian families struggle with one important question: How do we actually understand the Bible correctly? It’s one thing to read Scripture. It’s another thing to understand what God is communicating through it. Many believers become discouraged because parts of the Bible feel confusing, overwhelming, or difficult to apply in everyday life. But often, the problem is not that the Bible is unclear. The [...]
Summer arrives with a mix of excitement and exhaustion for many parents. As our kids were growing up, I always loved saying goodbye to school lunches, homework schedules, and rushed mornings. But with three active children who constantly wanted something to do, summer often felt like a full-time job all on its own. I worked from home years before remote work became common. It gave me flexibility to be present with my children while still [...]
