If there’s one thing I’ve learned this past year, it’s this: When you ask God to change you, He will. It might not feel natural. It might not be easy. But He will do it—slowly, faithfully, and so tenderly that one day you look up and realize… I’m not who I used to be. Richard… Continue reading When You Ask God to Change You… He Really Does
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🌿 The Lap That Feels Like Home
There are moments in motherhood when time seems to pause — when a child’s words pierce straight through the noise of the world and land right in your heart. Lucy had a writing assignment this week: “Describe your favorite room in the house.” She began circling adjectives like cozy, warm, safe, and beautiful. When I… Continue reading 🌿 The Lap That Feels Like Home
Run the Race Marked for You
When I think back to the time I shared a simple post celebrating Lucy’s success finishing third grade, and starting 4th, I’m still amazed at the contrast in reactions. Many moms were incredibly kind and supportive, while others—well, let’s just say their responses were… less than gracious. I was stunned at how quickly a moment… Continue reading Run the Race Marked for You
Guarding Their Hearts: Why Protecting Our Children from Media Matters More Than Ever
There’s a Netflix program right now geared toward seven-year-olds that’s touting transgenderism as perfectly normal. And just when you think you can trust “family” networks, Disney sneaks in similar messaging for toddlers. Take the show Dino Ranch, for example. On the surface, it seems like a wholesome, adorable show for preschoolers—colorful, kind-hearted, and full of… Continue reading Guarding Their Hearts: Why Protecting Our Children from Media Matters More Than Ever
🌟 Be of Good Cheer: Why The Clockmaker’s Son Is One of the Best Books I’ve Ever Read with Lucy
I don’t often call a book life-changing, but The Clockmaker’s Son by Jenny Phillips truly deserves that title. Lucy and I recently finished it together, and I can honestly say it’s one of the most powerful stories we’ve ever read. It’s published through The Good and the Beautiful, the homeschool program we love—but you don’t… Continue reading 🌟 Be of Good Cheer: Why The Clockmaker’s Son Is One of the Best Books I’ve Ever Read with Lucy
Teaching Kids Bold but Balanced Faith
One of the sweetest parts of parenting is watching your children grow in their faith—not just in head knowledge, but in how they actually talk to God and trust Him. Anderson taught me this early on through his bold prayers for Lucy, long before she was even here. He prayed with a confidence that moved… Continue reading Teaching Kids Bold but Balanced Faith
Our Favorite Faith-Based Storybooks (That Aren’t Cheesy)
If you’ve ever rolled your eyes mid-story while reading a children’s devotional or Christian picture book, you’re not alone. We’re a Jesus-loving family who also appreciates good writing, beautiful illustrations, and books that speak to children’s hearts without sounding like a PowerPoint presentation. Over the years, we’ve found some gems—books that actually move us, inspire… Continue reading Our Favorite Faith-Based Storybooks (That Aren’t Cheesy)
Teaching Our Kids to Pray Bold Prayers
Before Lucy was even born, there was a little boy with folded hands and a big heart who prayed her into existence. Anderson was just a young child when he began praying for a sister—consistently, faithfully, with a kind of innocence and belief that adults often overthink. His prayers weren’t complex or fancy, but they… Continue reading Teaching Our Kids to Pray Bold Prayers
Rooted and Respected: Discipline with Dignity
Discipline isn’t about control—it’s about connection. It’s about laying down roots so our children can grow with confidence, direction, and peace. In our home, discipline is deeply shaped by the belief that every correction should also reflect our love and respect for the child in front of us. Before I was a mom, I was… Continue reading Rooted and Respected: Discipline with Dignity
Faith Like a Child: Our Family’s Testimony
Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed… nothing will be impossible for you.” — Matthew 17:20 Looking back, I now recognize that God has blessed my life with so many miracles. But my eyes weren’t truly open to them until the miracle of our daughter came to be.… Continue reading Faith Like a Child: Our Family’s Testimony
Raising Light 