With All Your Strength: Parenting Shift Series

By Becky | May 28, 2014
Snow-capped mountains stand with unwavering strength under a blue sky dotted with scattered clouds. The rugged peaks rise above rocky terrain and forested slopes, where vibrant orange and brown foliage paint a stunning autumn tapestry.

How strong are you? Let’s finish our look at Mark 12:30 by delving into strength. Really, how strong are you? I think I’m strong until I spend an entire day in the yard working and wake up sore the next morning. Or worse yet, think I can handle the storms of life only to get…

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With All Your Mind: What Do You Put Into Your Head?

By Becky | May 21, 2014
A neatly arranged wooden desk featuring a large monitor displaying a scenic mountain landscape that calms the mind. A sleek keyboard, mouse on a leather pad, and a small device rest on the desk, with books stacked in the background. Natural light filters in.

The Internet is a blessing and a curse. While it has opened the world and made life easier in many ways, it has also been very detrimental. A friend of mine is sure the good of the World Wide Web is equal to the evil that results from what’s on it and how people use…

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With All Your Soul: 8 Ways to Love the Lord

By Becky | May 14, 2014
An open book with glasses resting on its pages, the small, highlighted text seems to whisper to the soul. Set on a dark wooden surface, soft lighting infuses a warm, contemplative atmosphere.

  My husband’s grandmother passed away recently. At the service, Scott’s brother-in-law who’s a pastor, spoke of Grandma Alice’s witness to her family. Grandma Alice loved Jesus. She was sure of God’s love, forgiveness, and gift of eternal life in Christ… loving God with all her soul, devoting her life to his work, living according to his…

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With All Your Heart: How Do You Love?

By Becky | May 7, 2014
A small child with curly blonde hair stands barefoot on a sandy beach, their heart full of wonder as they face the ocean. The child is wearing a red and white striped shirt and blue rolled-up jeans. The sky is clear and blue, and gentle waves touch the shore.

  When my youngest son was a toddler, he and I would often play a little love game. I would tell him how much I loved him and he would respond, “I yuv you Mama, dis much and even moooorrrrrr.” He would reach his tiny arms out as wide as he could and wiggle his…

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Choosing Hope: Nikki Abramson

By Becky | April 30, 2014
Fluffy white clouds against a bright blue sky, with sun rays peeking through, offering a sense of hope and endless possibilities.

Friends, it is my honor to introduce Nikki Abramson, a young woman with a story of hope, courage, and faith. May you be encouraged by her words. xo Becky When I was five-years-old, my doctors told my parents and me I would probably die in my teens. WOW! I had been diagnosed with mitochondria myopathy,…

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Two Fabulous Films for Families

By Becky | April 23, 2014
The empty theater, reminiscent of a scene from classic films, features rows of red seats facing a dark stage. An aisle divides the seating into sections, with no visible lights in the auditorium. The atmosphere is dim and quiet.

There are two movies in theaters right now that I would highly recommend for families. They are God’s Not Dead (PG) for tweens, teens, and adults and Heaven is for Real (PG) for the whole family. Both movies provide a launching pad for great conversations with kids. God’s Not Dead is a place to start for…

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No More Perfect Kids

By Becky | April 16, 2014
A clear glass mug filled with creamy coffee sits perfectly on a rustic surface in soft natural light. In the blurred background, an open book can be seen with a person turning a page.

A favorite parts of my job is mentoring moms. A cup of coffee, discussing a variety of topics related to family life, making a new friend. I really enjoy encouraging another mom on her journey, equipping her with God’s Word as it relates to parenting, and building a relationship. Throughout the years I’ve worked with parents,…

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Ten Practices for Moms Seeking God

By Becky | April 2, 2014
A woman with wavy blonde hair gently holds and kisses the tiny foot of a baby, as if cradling a divine gift, with natural light streaming in through a window in the background.

I’d like to introduce you to Julia Roller. Her new book, Mom Seeks God: Practicing Grace in the Chaos, is a beautiful and honest account of her struggles as a new mom and her desire to grow closer to The Lord. It was a privilege to read and endorse Julia’s book. May her heartfelt words…

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Stress Relief for Busy Moms

By Becky | March 26, 2014
A woman in a white sweatshirt lies on her back in a field of yellow flowers, gazing skyward with a tranquil expression. Despite life’s stress, her hands rest gently on her forehead, and her long brown hair fans out like rays of calm across the grass.

March Madness for Moms is an attempt to help you and me to take a deep breath, close our eyes, and relax…just for a moment. The hectic springtime schedule can be overwhelming. Grab a cup of coffee, sink into a comfy chair, and read through the list of stress reducers printed below. Find one or…

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Permission to Say No: You Don't Always Have to Volunteer

By Becky | March 19, 2014
A woman with long, dark hair stands with her hands on her head, wearing a dark hooded sweater with patterned cuffs. The blurred lights in the background create a moody atmosphere, adding an enigmatic touch.

So how high is the stack of papers needing your attention? How long is your “To Do” list? How cluttered is your calendar with meetings for volunteer work? If you’re like me…too high, too long, and too cluttered.Today I’m arming you with a simple word, no. No. A powerful word in the English language. It’s usually one…

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