As I’m sharing this episode I’m finding myself in a waiting room on the Lord, and it’s been a long one, and I don’t see an end near. It has reminded me that when I gave myself to Him, I gave up my “right” to be in charge. The reality is we never were in charge anyway; we just came to that understanding when the Lord opened our eyes to His sovereign control over our lives. Even though it is a truth I know or we know, how many times do we want to think that somehow we can effect change in our ... continue reading...
Our Hearts as Mothers – {and a free eBook on Motherhood: Delighting in our Children}
The short excerpt below is from a little eBook I have made available on the blog for my subscribers. It's taken from a book called The Heart of Simplicity. I've done some editing on the chapter on Motherhood that I shared in the book and asked permission to make it available to my readers here at Thankful Homemaker. If you're already a subscriber you'll find it available to download at the bottom of this post in your email. If you aren't a subscriber but would like a copy of the eBook you can ... continue reading...
Reader Question: Surviving the Sometimes Challenging Teen Years
My readers I'm doing a bit of a different post today and sharing with you a question I have from a dear friend and blog reader here. I'd love to try to answer your questions so if you have anything you'd like to ask about topics that relate to being a Christian woman, wife, mother and homemaker please send them to me here. Reader Question: Needing some wisdom and advice from you my dear sweet mentor. I'm actually asking for myself and another friend. We're both going through this pre-teen ... continue reading...
Praying God’s Word Over Our Children
“I have so much business I cannot get on without spending three hours daily in prayer.” ~Martin Luther Our children are a gift from the Lord, a heritage, a reward (Psalm 127:3) and they are ever so precious to the Lord and us. Caring for our children is an immeasurable responsibility but one as believers we are not left alone in or to fend for ourselves. We can cry out to the One who created all things and is the only One who can redeem them. We must take the time to train them up in ... continue reading...
Loving Your Young Adult/Teen Child in the Difficult Times
This week I'm sharing some articles from around the web that may be a help to those with difficult situations with teens or young adults in their homes. I am praying these links may be a help and an encouragement to you to stay focused on the Lord and continue to pour forth love, grace and the gospel to your teen. Make sure you are making time with your teen a priority in your life. This is where the early years of building an open relationship of good communication are really needed. ... continue reading...
