by Heidi St. John | Mar 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s been said that “A good marriage is the union of two forgivers.” As a wife who is often in need of grace and forgiveness, I couldn’t agree more. I know that my husband forgives me every day, often without telling me. You’d be...
by Darlene Schacht | Mar 10, 2014 | Book Club, Marriage, Uncategorized, Virtue
Today we’re starting lesson one of the book club, The Virtuous Life of a Christ-centered Wife: 18 Powerful Lessons for Personal Growth. Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Please pray with me as I’m new to this world of...
by Darlene Schacht | Mar 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
The other day I gave you 15 Date Night Ideas That Don’t Break the Bank, and since it went over so well, I got to thinking… we need some ideas for family fun night too! Now I know that some of you don’t have children, but you might be able to grab a...
by Renee Swope | Mar 6, 2014 | Giveaway, Guest Blogger, Husbands, Marriage, Respect, Submission, Trust, Uncategorized, Unity
Today I’d like to introduce you to our final monthly contributor, Renee Swope of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She’s here to inspire us with her writing and has also offered us five signed copies of her book, A Confident Heart Devotional. Welcome Renee!! I grew...
by Matthew L. Jacobson | Mar 5, 2014 | Marriage, Uncategorized
Who anticipates a season of drought followed by brushfires that strip the vegetation from the surrounding hills? This is the reality facing many in southern California. After the smoke cleared people took a breath. Thankfully, the worst was over . . . until it started...
by Karen Ehman | Mar 4, 2014 | Friendship, Marriage
“We need more spotters!” I called to the girls on my cheerleading squad. We were attempting to build a new mount, one where the girl on the top of the pyramid would be tossed into the air before being caught in the arms of two of her teammates standing on the...
by Darlene Schacht | Mar 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
When Michael and I first started out, money didn’t come easy. He wasn’t earning all that much at the time, and I was picking up jobs here and there. The budget was tight with little room to maneuver. If I remember correctly, our spending allowance (after...
by Darlene Schacht | Mar 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
I’ve recently started to notice more and more awesome teenagers sharing their faith around the web. It’s awesome to see these girls encouraging their peers to stay focused on God. I love them! Who doesn’t have daughters, nieces, sisters or friends...
by Jennifer Thorn | Feb 27, 2014 | Marriage, Uncategorized
image source: lightstock.com “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Ladies, we like to talk, right? I mean, it’s said that women speak 3 times more than men. This has turned out to be...
by Lisa Jacobson | Feb 26, 2014 | Marriage, Uncategorized
I’ve never even met her. At least not in person. So you might find it strange that her announcement would fill my eyes with tears. Happy tears. Because that sweet girl is soon to be married and everyone around here is rejoicing with the news. A wedding! How...
by Janelle Nehrenz | Feb 25, 2014 | Recipes
This is my absolute favorite potato soup recipe….it’s creamy, cheesy and so simple to make. I hope you and your family will enjoy this as much as my family has! Dice veggies Cook bacon on medium-high heat in a skillet…once bacon is finished, place on...
by Darlene Schacht | Feb 24, 2014 | Marriage, Uncategorized
Before anyone leaves a comment asking me why I’m directing this at wives, or why I “always assume it’s the woman’s job to work at the marriage.” I want to clarify a few thing. You see we get these comments at least weekly, almost daily....
