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Are We Modeling Intolerance to Our Children?

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 14, 2025 by SherylMay 12, 2025

When we demonstrate that someone who dares to cross us doesn’t deserve our respect and prayers, our children see us at our worst. What will their chances of succeeding in their relationships (and life) be if they behave in the same petty, unforgiving way we do?

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk) | Tagged beloved child, childish behavior, children, disagree, disagreement, disagrees, enemies, grandchildren, intolerance, lead your children, Matthew 5:44, pray for our children | 2 Replies

A Mother’s Day Tribute to My Children’s Stepmother

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 7, 2025 by SherylMay 1, 2025
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Many years ago, after my first marriage ended and my mental health prevented me from raising my children, I asked God to provide a mother figure who could be there for them while I sought help in one behavioral medical unit (mental health hospital) after another. Thankfully, God provided that in Debbie.

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Rather Than Avoiding Social Media on Mother’s Day

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 13, 2023 by SherylApril 8, 2024

Even when the world isn’t celebrating Mother’s Day, does it hurt to see moms with their children? You’ve longed to be a mother for as long as you can remember. Or maybe you’d give anything for one more chance to tell your mom, “Happy Mother’s Day.” Or you miss your mom because she’s serving in the military – or serving time in prison.

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How We Can Pray For Our Children This School Year

Today Can Be Different Posted on August 20, 2022 by SherylAugust 20, 2022
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The Bible is filled with verses that make beautiful prayers for our children. If we personalize and pray specific verses relevant to our family’s needs, we will gain tremendous peace. Take Psalm 119:105 (ESV) for example.

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk) | Tagged academics, children, grandchildren, guard children, Philippians 4:13, pray for our children, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 91, Psalm 91:11, school administrators, school year

When we compare ourselves to other moms

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 7, 2021 by SherylMay 7, 2021

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.

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