For the Mom Searching for Joy

Listen here on the podcast. “God, why am I lacking joy?” I prayed.  “Because you have yet to pursue joy right where you are.” was His response.  “Oh Lord, how you humble me.”  Too often I look for joy outside of where I am. Anyone else? I often buy theContinue Reading…

From Unseen and Tired, to fully known and strong

Listen Here on the Podcast “This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength, but you would have none of it. You said, `No, we will flee on horses. ‘ Therefore you willContinue Reading…

My heart and My homeschool: Wrapping Up Our First Year

The Conversation “Jill, I want you to homeschool,” the voice said that whispered to my heart. “Oh no.” I thought to myself.  I knew this voice and it’s one that will not let up until I give in. “B-b-but Lord. Why?!  It’s hard enough being a mom and I wasContinue Reading…

Wake Up for Your Life and Not to It

“Wake up for your life and not to your life.”- Kat Lee (Titus 2 Minute Podcast) I was listening to a podcast this morning and I heard this sentence and resonated with it so much.  I have always talked a lot about how important it is to wake up withContinue Reading…

3 Practical Ways to Beat Overwhelm

I don’t know about you, but as a wife and mom, there are many days I wake up a bit overwhelmed by the tasks that have to get done, the conversations that have to be had and also the emotional and spiritual things that need to be addressed. I wonderContinue Reading…