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If you are parenting on your own, allow me to encourage you through the single mother Hagar in the Bible. She was used, mistreated and thrown away; Hagar only had God and sobbed out her sorrows to Him. Sweet mom, perhaps you are in a similar wilderness experience, God sees your plight and offers you the same love and protection He gave to Hagar. God is right where you are. Talk to Him today.
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me. (Psalm 138:7, NIV)
Dear Mom,
Philippians could be named the, “Mental health book of the Bible.” I heard it said, “Read Philippians every day for one month and your discouragement will disappear.” Why not try it? Skip scrolling through Instagram and read Philippians! Ponder the truths in this remarkable book and be encouraged. Surprisingly, this book was written from prison.
Rejoice in the Lord always. (Philippians 4:4, KJV)
“I went by the field of the lazy man, and by the vineyard of the man devoid of understanding; And there it was, all overgrown with thorns; It’s surface was covered with nettles; It’s stone wall was broken down. When I saw it, I considered it well; I looked on it and received instruction …” Proverbs 24:30-32 When my son was in […]
In Despair – Waves Too High My son decided to enter a triathlon and once he signed up, he knew the swimming component would challenge him. To better prepare for this part of the race and living far from a pool, he trained in a nearby pond for many months. Some days it was cold. […]
For a myriad of reasons, Moms often make the mistake of hanging on to their adult children. The reality is, as hard as it is – they have grown up and the past is the past and it is past. As Moms, that’s tough. We are natural nurturers. However, our “offspring” are starting to go “off” […]
Dear Mom, God wanted your children on planet earth, and gave them to you. They need you to believe in them sweet mom, and sometimes you will be the only one that does. Allow me to encourage you, always defend your offspring, fight for them, and if they are struggling in the process of […]