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I’m Not the Best Mom
“I’m not the best mom.” I’ve heard moms say this, and it’s made me realize–why? What about you makes you not the “best?’ Is it because you let your kids eat sugary foods? …
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Now, I’m a Daughter of God
I used to be her. The woman who was lost and frazzled. Looking to the world to form their opinion about who she was–who she is. The woman who had zero clue about…
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My Baby’s First Day of School
“Lord, I don’t like this one bit.” My baby’s first day of school. It seems like it was just yesterday I was counting the toes and examining the nose. Now, here we are,…
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A Gentle Answer Deflects Toddler Tantrums . . .
“Lord, I know that wasn’t the right way to respond. Please forgive me.” It was a full-blown scene in the middle of the store. She was so upset because I lost my cool…
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My Anxiety Sometimes Causes Me to be a Bad Friend
My anxiety sometimes causes me to be a bad friend. If it’s been a while and you haven’t received a response to that text message, well, it’s because I’m anxiously overthinking how to…
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I’m in Desperate Need of Jesus’ Grace
I’m in desperate need of Jesus’ grace. No, seriously, I’m not just saying this. I’m a mess with a lot of icky stuff in my heart. I lose my patience, like a lot. …
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He’s My Kingdom Work Partner
This man right here: he’s my kingdom work partner. (Warning: I’m gonna get a little sappy about my hubby here.) He’s a godly man. Like, we both love Jesus and I know how…
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Holy Spirit, Please Help a Mama Out
“Holy Spirit, please help a mama out.” It’s a prayer I say . . . a lot. As a mom of two kids, I find myself needing a whole lot of help from…
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Home is With the Father
I’m homesick. I had this thought recently. The feelings of feeling out of place; not where I belong. It’s unsettling for sure. And to be honest, I don’t think I’ve ever felt like…
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Motherhood is Sanctifying Work
Motherhood is sanctifying work. (You may be rolling your eyes at me here and thinking, “Yeah, right!” but hear me out on this one here, okay?) How often did you give grace to…
