How to Bring Joy to Your Life Once Your Children Leave Home
Your nest may feel empty once your kids move out on their own. Discover how to bring joy to your life once your children leave home.
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Family
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Melanie Redd
Lilka Finley Raphael
We Are Well Able - A Nighttime Prayer
Then Caleb quieted the people before Moses, and said, “Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are well able to overcome it.” -- Numbers 13:30 (NKJV)Please Pray:Heavenly Father, thank you that we are well able to conquer the challenges we face as caregivers. Thank you for...
1 min read- Lilka Finley Raphael
We Are Well Able
Then Caleb quieted the people before Moses, and said, “Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are well able to overcome it.” -- Numbers 13:30 (NKJV) I am a grateful empty nester. Yet, I once thought this was impossible. My child-rearing years can be summed up...
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Lori Altebaumer
Parenting in His Strength - A Nighttime Prayer
If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” -- Luke 11:13Please Pray:Lord, You are a good Father, who knows how to give His children good gifts. Right...
1 min readChris Carpenter
'Lost on a Mountain in Maine' Movie Teaches Valuable Lesson about Unconditional Love
At first glance, you would never think a movie produced by Sylvester Stallone could evoke such powerful emotions about the ability to love unconditionally. After all, he is best known for Rocky, Rambo, and a bevy of action-packed movies fueled by adrenaline. But when you stop and really think about...
10 min read
Charlaine Martin
Our Father's Lavish Love - A Nighttime Prayer
See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. -- 1 John 3:1Please Pray:Thank you, my perfect Heavenly Father, for...
1 min read- Charlaine Martin
Our Father's Lavish Love
See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. - 1 John 3:1 When I was five, my parents divorced....
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Anthony Taylor
A Commitment to Serve
Declares a strong, unwavering commitment to serve God within the family unit. It reflects the importance of leading by example in faith, ensuring that one's household is aligned with God's purpose and love.
1 min read
Carol McLeod
Home Is Where Your Story Begins — Carol McLeod Ministries
I have a sweet, small decorative pillow that sits proudly on my guest bedroom bed. This darling stuffed piece of fabric announces winsomely, “Home is Where Your Story Begins!”.
9 min readLawrence Guido
How Did God Get In Your Life?
The new pastor wanted to get to know the members of his congregation. One evening at a church dinner he asked Mark how he came to know the Lord as his Savior.
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Mike Genung
What is a Godly Husband?
By Sandy England, facilitator of the Blazing Grace wives ministry During our 10 week Wife’s Heart Course, one of the toughest subjects that many wives want to talk about is “I want a godly Husband”. My first question to them is, “What is your idea Read More
8 min read- Anthony Taylor
Family Unity in Faith
Family is a precious gift from God, and nurturing love and support within it is essential. Strengthening bonds and fostering unity helps navigate challenges, promoting harmony and deepening relationships, which ultimately reflects God's love and grace.
1 min read - Anthony Taylor
Prayer for Protection
This heartfelt prayer asks Jesus to safeguard our loved ones, emphasizing the importance of divine protection and peace in our daily lives. Trusting in His constant watch, we find comfort in His unending care and love.
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Sheryl H. Boldt
Forgiving Our Parents As We'd Want Our Children To Forgive Us - Today Can Be Different
What would happen if we saw our parents as people who suffered their own hurts and their own unmet needs? Our parents probably have already beaten themselves up and wished they’d been a whole lot closer to perfect.
3 min read- Anthony Taylor
Prayer for Protection
This prayer seeks the Lord's protection for family and friends, asking for His constant watchfulness. It reflects a heartfelt desire for divine safeguarding and care. In Jesus' name, Amen.
1 min read Ken Barnes
A Mother’s Influence – kenbarnes.us
My son, obey your father’s commands, and don’t neglect your mother’s instruction. (Proverbs 6:20 NLT)
2 min readGreg Laurie
Reflecting on Godly Motherhood (by Cathe Laurie)
This Mother's Day, reflect on the suffering and joy that encompasses godly motherhood. And get encouragement to finish this race well.
4 min readCole Feix
Leaving a Family Legacy God's Way
[Author’s Disclaimer: This study attempts to weave together some very thinly represented information in the Old Testament narratives. Some parts of the story are admittedly speculative, but rather than bog down the text with footnotes, I am choosing to just tell the story as I see it and hope that it is not wildly off base from reality. Your tolerance for my storytelling liberties is appreciated.]What is the legacy you’re leaving in your family?Everyone wants to leave something behind. We crave
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Bringing the Family Together in Your Reston, VA Home
Having a family is a humongous blessing. A true gift. Learn about bringing the family together in your Reston, VA home.
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Bringing the Family Together in Your Reston, VA Home
Having a family is a humongous blessing. A true gift. Learn about bringing the family together in your Reston, VA home.
5 min read