Marriage can be tough for everyone—even for those who have committed their lives and family to the Lord. But consider living the Christian life when your spouse is a non-believer. Now, that can be incredibly challenging! It may be that you desire to partner on important matters of your faith, but your spouse is resistant to your thoughts. So, how…
Our families have certainly spent a lot of time together lately. Some individuals may be enjoying it more than others, especially if that is their love language. Do you know if this is true of you? What about your kids? Think about it—how do you enjoy giving and receiving love in general? Maybe through gift-giving? Helping others in need?…
Change is difficult for people of all ages. And although children seem to adapt easier than adults to new situations, this pandemic time at home has been stressful for everyone. So, as our kids are winding down this school semester at home, we want to help them succeed in their new learning environments. Below are…
The pandemic we’re living through has brought on a lot of dark days for many individuals, including kids. But think back a few weeks ago, just prior to this worldwide dilemma. How were your children feeling at that time? Did you notice any ongoing behavior or attitudes in them that just didn’t seem quite right?…
From infancy to adulthood, there are things that scare us all—real or imagined. For children, fear can be an overwhelming emotion! They look to us, their parents, to help provide a safe place at home where they can find security, understanding, and guidance. Teaching tips for tough times: Pray With your kids nearby, speak to God aloud regarding concerns and fears your…
Are you up for a challenge? This one will come about from that hidden part of you deep, deep inside. It will take all the strength you have—and beyond your own power—to conquer. It’s called the Tough Times Challenge. First off, I assume you’re a lot like me. I like having my conveniences—my favorite places to…
Downpours of rain are one thing to endure, but storms of life are not always such a quick fix. Sometimes days turn into years when waves of hardship keep knocking us down. It feels as though the skies will never clear again. Find Shelter Last summer I went on an evening walk up a trail that would…
Four years ago on this date, I started working from home. The job for which I had moved across state lines was abruptly changed by upper management. The shocking situation left me in a dilemma of what to do next. I was angry at those who had made the decision. I was confused about how the…
Does prayer seem complicated to you? Do you have difficulty even considering a regular, daily time of prayer? I think people get a negative idea on this point from hearing long, liturgical prayers that sound more like a graduate-level theology class lecture. Prayer is often depicted in this complex manner through movies or TV shows that demonstrate it in…
Darkness is great when we’re trying to sleep at night! But when nightfall starts crawling through our windows before 5:00 PM—as often happens during winter months—it can be rather depressive for many of us. Embrace the sunshine Normally, I enjoy walking on paths close to my home during evening hours after supper. But this time of year…