Wintering Well
“This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 NKJV
Happy fresh start day! I love how this verse says “we” rather than “I.” Who is the “we” you get to rejoice with today? That’s one simple step to rejoicing and being glad: Do it in community!
Family Discipleship Tools: Great for Christmas Gifts!!
“You never reap what you sow in the same season.” Before Mark and I were married, a mentor shared this wisdom with us. Years later, the phrase comes back to me, in light of parenting, when I consider 2 Corinthians 9:6:
“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” (NIV)
Trust Me . . . You’ve Got to Try This!!
Who all is included in your household? Don’t forget you are part of your household! So is everyone else, so here is a practical way to look well to how things are going for everyone: You’ve got to try quarterlies! If you don’t know what that is, first check out
Date Night Refresh: Grow in All Forms of Intimacy *BONUS* Ten Q's
Do you remember this verse from What Kind of Learner Are You? I would love to build on that as our foundation today. I’ll share a sampling of some of my favorite verses about wisdom:
Proverbs 2:6: “ For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” (NIV)
Living Intentionally in Marriage, Part Two
If you are following the quarterly schedule for refreshing on Jan 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st, here it is!
If you are unsure what I’m talking about, make sure you refer back to Fun Monthly and Yearly Marital Enrichment Habits and Living Intentionally in Marriage: Quarterly Check-ins with Your Spouse.
Making the Most of Summer, Part Two
Did you listen to any of the episodes or read any of the articles mentioned in yesterday’s post? I would love to hear your ideas!
Questions to Ask Mentors About Marriage
Have you ever had a mentor? This term is broad to cover someone you trust and seek for guidance through life in various areas, such as work or parenting.
Healthy Communication in Marriage
How can we truly grow in communication skills that actually work, and in doing so, positively impact our marriage?
This topic builds upon what we have discussed in previous weeks. Expectations in marriage, gender differences, self-awareness, and family of origin all affect the way we communicate with our spouse.
10 Questions to Ask Your Kids After School
Are your kids learning in-person this year? Is the setup different from last year?
Everyone is likely in a season of transition, whether beginning homeschooling, physically sending children off to school for the first time in a year and a half, or maybe sending your oldest to kindergarten.
Family Sleepovers: What, Why, and How?!
It is exhilarating to recognize that we have the Holy Spirit indwelling us as believers. Without exception, He is readily available and accessible to us because His home is within us. I treasure the moments spent reading my Bible before our home wakes up and activity begins buzzing for the next 12+ hours. Can you relate?