Honoring God individually and as a couple becomes increasingly important to us as we grow in our love for God and His Word. The more Bert and I appreciate God’s mercy toward us, the more we desire to extend mercy to each other.
Continue reading →God knows we’re not equipped to shoulder anxieties, worries and concerns – our own or anybody else’s. We can cast (or throw) whatever causes us distress onto His huge shoulders. Whenever we try to do anything (including helping someone in trouble) or bear anything (including depression) in our own strength, we become physically and emotionally drained. Then, rather than experiencing a breakthrough, we end up discouraged and worse off.
Continue reading →God will intervene in our efforts and help us be the person – and the parent – we pray to be. The changes in our lives will trickle down, blessing our children. Furthermore, our heavenly Father delights to see how His presence in our lives brings us joy and a sense of accomplishment.
Continue reading →Though we still might not be thrilled to have our pictures taken, perhaps by developing this mindset, we’ll stop running away from the chance of being included in the memories of those who love us – forever preserved in photos and group selfies.
Continue reading →When Billy Graham’s son, Ned, spoke at his father’s funeral on March 2, 2018, he said, “My father was FAT. He was Faithful. Available. Teachable. May we all be that way.”
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