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marriage
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!

motherhood
Motherhood will stretch you– both literally & figuratively–like nothing before. But what joy awaits when we embrace this sanctifying work!

prayers
God gives specific instructions on prayer: Pray unceasingly, in Jesus’ name, with thanksgiving, boldly making requests known to God.

books
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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Prayer of Thanks
Several years ago, I published a post entitled “Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart.” Since that time, I’ve had several requests from readers urging me to turn those thoughts into…

EP 103: How Should Christians Handle Halloween?
Few things stir up as much controversy or elicit as many strongly held opinions in church circles this time of year as the…

A Prayer for Cancer Patients
Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I thought this would be a great time to share another of my free printable prayer…

EP 102: My Daughter Just Eloped (& Why That Makes Me Happy)
My daughter eloped last week, and I couldn’t be more delighted. Yet some of my friends are baffled by this reaction. So I’m…

EP 101: Surprising Benefits from Family Storytelling
Studies show that the #1 predictor of a child’s emotional well-being is how well that kid knows his family history. So this week,…

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,…

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…