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Is it even possible to live happily ever? When a couple fully commits to doing marriage God’s way, the answer is a resounding YES!
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Motherhood will stretch you– both literally & figuratively–like nothing before. But what joy awaits when we embrace this sanctifying work!
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God gives specific instructions on prayer: Pray unceasingly, in Jesus’ name, with thanksgiving, boldly making requests known to God.
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Do you love to read? I do! I average about six books a month. You can read about some of my favorites here or on my family blog.
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EP 100: Q&A – Busy Toddlers, Morning Sickness, & Dealing with Disapproving Parents
I’m answering more questions from listeners on Episode 100 of the Loving Life at Home podcast. Tun in as we discuss training toddlers, homeschooling with morning sickness and dealing with…
EP 99: Living a Yielded Life
Jesus calls believers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. But what does a life wholly yielded to God even…
EP 98: 9 Ways to Defuse a Disagreement
Romans 12:18 tells us, “If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.” How does that play…
Prayer for Single Mothers
I recently received a message from a reader requesting a prayer for single mothers. She writes: Hi Jennifer, I have been a sole…
EP 97: Q&A – Babies, Books, & Correcting Other People’s Children
Time for a little Q&A! I’ve been cleaning out my inbox this week and answering some of the questions my blog readers, podcast…
EP 96: 25 Ways to Be a Good Neighbor
Since September is National Good Neighbor Month, I thought this would be the perfect time to share some of my family’s favorite ways…
EP 95: A Family Shark Tank Challenge
We have an uber-competitive family who loves any kind of contest, physical or mental, especially when prizes are involved. We recently gathered to…
EP 94: Raising Kids Who Don’t Rebel (Is that even possible?)
This week I’m answering a question from a listener who’d like to know how to raise kids who won’t resent your family rules…
EP 93: A Wedding Anniversary with Many Happy Returns
There is no coasting in marriage. You’re either growing closer together or drifting further apart. You must be intentional about nurturing your relationship…
EP 92: Unexpected Benefits of Big Family Living
The CDC announced last week that the US General Fertility Rate has recently hit an all-time low of only 1.6 children per woman…
Fantastic Four Takes a Step in the Right Direction
My husband took me to see Fantastic Four: First Steps over the weekend, and I was pleasantly surprised by the film’s pro-natal messaging.
EP 91: Changing Course When You’ve Done It All Wrong
A listener wrote me recently to say she’s made more mistakes that she can count. She wanted advice as to how she could…
Praying for Our Troops
I thought about waiting to publish until Veteran’s Day in November, but I’ve gotten so many requests for a military blessing or a…