Sparking a Season of Joy
Joy seems to be a holiday must-have these days. Everywhere you look, from store shelves to store signage, joy is shouted or subliminally sold—with ornaments, stockings, bags, and a plethora…
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Finding Joy in the Messy Moments
“Laughter is the closest thing to the grace of God.” Karl Barth Exasperated. Exhausted. Tired. Worn-out. These are the words commonly used to describe motherhood. They adorn t-shirts and coffee…
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For the Joy Set Before Me: Mothering With a Servant’s Heart
No one told me to test first thing in the morning, when HCG levels are the easiest to measure. I took the test in the late afternoon, workday finished and…
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The Bittersweet Storm of Postpartum Depression
As I held him for the first time, my heart swelled to almost bursting. It was no matter that this was my 7th baby. What I felt for him was…
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Creating an Atmosphere of Joy in Your Home
“But look at all she has!” Domineering eyes peered out from behind gold rimmed glasses and a piping hot coffee mug. My coworker leaned in as if to tell me…
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Leaning on God as Your Children Transition into Adulthood
He turned seventeen a few weeks ago, but I still see and think of him as my little boy. Colleges are coming to visit him as he prepares to carry…
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Does God Expect Joy to Always Look Like Happiness?
The moment I entered my new friend’s apartment, I could tell that Gabby was the life of the party. I burned calories just watching her enthusiastically engage in activity —…
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Joy is Not Chosen, It’s Grown
PICTURE PERFECT It was an absolutely beautiful fall morning, my favorite time of the year, and the house was silent…my four boys still sleeping peacefully. The sun was just beginning…
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