Posts Tagged ‘friendship’
Making Friends
Friends are awesome! They boost our self-esteem and pick us up when we’re knocked down. They are by our side, cheering us on in the happy times and supporting us when life can be difficult. Friendships beneficial for adults and kids. Friends encourage healthy behaviors. There are fewer cardiovascular, immune, and stress related health issues…
Read MoreThe Bible: A Family’s Guide to Life
Faith lessons and family values are rooted at home, in what a child learns, observes, and lives each day. So, how well do your children know the Bible, God’s Guidebook for life? Can your children defend their beliefs? Can they stick to biblical principles and family values despite the whims of society? I’ve noticed in…
Read MoreGet Yourself Some Girlfriends, Godly Girlfriends
Mom, do you have an inner circle of Jesus-loving, godly girlfriends? If not, I highly recommend pursuing relationships where you can be transparent, authentic, and vulnerable. Choose friends that value you as divinely created, blessed, and precious in God’s eyes. I love my inner circle fiercely. My prayer warrior girlfriends have seen me at my best…
Read MoreThe Art of Making Friends
Friends are a blessing and a JOY! As parents, we want our kiddos to make friends and keep friends. The art of friendship begins at home with mom and dad modeling relational skills and guiding sibling friendships. When children head out into the world of school, sports, church, and other activities, Mom and Dad can…
Read MoreBenefits of Intentional Friendships for Parents
A new school year is about to begin! Kids are ready to jump into learning and fun. Parents are ready to get back into a regular schedule. It’s exciting to watch children prepare not only for another academic year, but a classroom of new friends. The same can be said for parents. New volunteer prospects,…
Read MoreThree Types of Girlfriends
In regards to labors of love, friends are classics! When I think about the women who inspire me greatly, most of them are close to my heart. This post is one of my most popular probably because it strikes a cord in women. We love our friends and they love us. We celebrate and help…
Read MoreWhere are You? Walking with God
A couple months ago my friend, Sarah, and I took a trip to the North Shore of Minnesota. While hiking Gooseberry Falls we came upon numerous signs with maps of the area. Each included “YOU ARE HERE” to advise hikers as to their exact location. We had to laugh each time we read the words.…
Read MoreSilver, Gold and 3:00 AM Girlfriends
Friends are balm for the soul. Ladies, our girlfriends are a special gift from God. And the benefits of friendship are plentiful! Proverbs 27:9 tells us, “Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice.” When we face difficulties, friends help us though with love, support,…
Read MoreThe King's Friend
During my quiet time today I was reading 1 Chronicles 27. The number of official positions held in King David’s royal court is staggering. Along with the lengthy lists of priests, advisors, military leaders, and overseers are four men who were apparently also quite important to the king. “Jonathan, David’s uncle, was a wise…
Read MoreThe Father's Day Tree
My favorite symbol of Father’s Day is the maple tree in my family’s backyard. It reminds me of my dad because it was planted in his memory. Everyone told me to be prepared for “firsts”: the first Easter, birthday, Christmas after my dad passed away following a courageous battle with multiple myeloma, cancer of the…
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