His Encouragement: In the womb I knew you
Reading Time: 3 minutesA cheery and warm welcome, dearest friends, to His Encouragement: Biblical Inspiration for Your Thursday. Every Thursday, a few
His Encouragement: Good news of great joy
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis time of year can get busy with festive parties, decorating, various activities. It can be stressful to balance
His Encouragement: John 14:27
Reading Time: 2 minutesA warm welcome, dearest friends, to His Encouragement: Biblical Inspiration for Your Thursday. Every Thursday, a small group of
The Challenges of Pumping
Reading Time: 6 minutesLong before I had children of my own, I knew I wanted to breastfeed any children I might have. I did not know what that would look like in a practical sense, I just figured breastfeeding was natural so it would happen
His Encouragement: Psalm 147:3
Reading Time: 2 minutesHappy Thursday, dear friends! Welcome to His Encouragement. Every Thursday, a small group of bloggers will each bring you
Raising children on the principle of love
Reading Time: 3 minutesMy husband and I are Christians, meaning we are followers of Christ Jesus and strive to live according to His teachings. We both grew up in Christian households that shared similar foundational principles and, as a result, our beliefs have shaped our
The idea of a heavenly home
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe title of this blog is A Heavenly Home, and I chose this name because of the hope and inspiration that it gives. If we are all honest with ourselves, I am certain that each one of us desires to have a warm,
Our children are watching: a response to hate
Reading Time: 4 minutesUpdate March 18, 2019: It is a sad testimony to the state of world affairs when an article of this nature can be updated frequently with references to new and unfolding tragedies. There is no way that I could possibly keep up with
Camping with a baby
Reading Time: 13 minutesMy husband and I love camping! We usually camp on our own or with family and friends a few times a year. We also usually camp twice a year with our church’s Pathfinder Club. When our little one arrived last August, we knew
3 Things I Did Not Expect Postpartum
Reading Time: 10 minutesWhen you are eagerly awaiting the arrival of your first child, there are many things that you anticipate and mentally prepare yourself for: sleepless nights, dirty diapers, cries and giggles, spit up and smiles, and so much more. In the first six