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From Pain to Wisdom to Hope We also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Romans 5:3-5 Pain Pain is the high price of wisdom, but even after purchase, we can accidentally leave it on the shelf. […]
Taking Responsibility for Our Actions Teaching our kids to take responsibility for their actions and choices can be difficult but is a gift we as their parents can give them. How many times now do we turn on the news, listen to the radio, or overhear someone express how someone else’s actions forced a certain […]
Becoming a Parent Who Is Slow to Anger How often do you find yourself feeling angry toward your children? This is hard question to ask myself. I make significant effort to be gentle, but truthfully, it is quite often that I notice myself raging inside as my eldest, almost 4 years old, is becoming more […]
“The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” Exodus 14:14. “Stay Calm?!?!” I’ve never been a calm person. How was I supposed to be calm with all of these things going on around me? In what way could God be fighting for me when I was in so much physical pain and mental […]
When was the last time you felt yourself losing your patience with someone? Was it on the freeway when a stranger cut you off? Was it with your kids during the difficult hour before dinner? Was it with your husband when he irritated that last nerve you had in you? Oh, there are plenty of opportunities to practice […]