How to Cope with Shame as a Christian Woman
This week, I have been coping with shame. Something happened. I tried my best to handle the situation the best I could, but I failed. The "I should've done this…
Calling on the Names of God in Times of Need
I found a renewed interest in the names of God while actively fighting cancer. A friend contacted me when she heard what I was going through and gave me a…
How to Find Your Faith After Trauma
It's not easy to find your faith after trauma. After battling breast cancer for the last eight months, I've been having trouble trusting God and the path he has for…
Forgiveness and Freedom Are Choices, But Not Easy Ones.
Forgiveness as a Christian is tricky. It's flippantly handed out as an afterthought. But there's much more to it than that. As a single mom, I've had my share of…
Now Turn and Courageously Face Your Mountain.
We all have one: that mountain you must cross for things to get better. And it's not just any mountain. It's the big one. You know, that chance to be…
Getting Decked Out in the Whole Armor of God.
I've never given much thought to putting on the whole armor of God. It was just a random verse in the Bible. But lately, I've seen the wisdom to apply…
Seeing Yourself as a Woman of Great Value
Gaining self-esteem as a single mom can be complicated, but it affects every area of our lives. One day, I woke without any self-esteem. Oh, yeah, that's right, it was…
Five Ways to Dwell in the Land and Do Good.
“Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.” Psalms 37:3 This verse is brilliant because that's where we're at. Because…
Endurance and Grit: Strong Companions for Christian Moms.
Endurance and grit are qualities of Christian moms. Life isn't easy. That's not a bad thing. But these qualities help us to hold on a little longer when things are…
It’s Not Over Yet—and Other Versions of Hope.
Words of encouragement for single moms. Encouragement for single moms is vital! Life is challenging, and hope can be hard to find. One of the most encouraging things to hear…
The Purpose of the Storm in Your Life.
Facing trials as a Christian. Facing trials as a Christian can bring deep comfort. Christians know that God loves them. They may not entirely understand what is happening, but they…
Maintaining Focus and Determination In A Busy Life.
These are some great ideas on how to maintain focus in your life: Staying focused is a skill, and here are a few ideas on maintaining focus in your busy…
When You Don’t Understand God’s Plan and Timing.
There are days I don't understand God's plan and timing. During these times, I'm tempted to question God's goodness. Somehow, I know I'm not the only one. I've heard the…
Why Memorizing Bible Verses is Important
Bible verse memorization may be something you've never considered. After all, we are barely making it as it is. I'm convinced single moms are overworked and overstressed daily. Why go…
Finding Freedom Means One Sure Step at a Time.
Steps to freedom in Christ are taken slowly. Sometimes, you can't see how far you've come until you look back at your path. Holidays make me think. I have sent…
Fill Up on Hope and Change Your Perspective
Learning how to feel more positive about life is a skill that all of us need. It wasn't long ago that the doldrums of winter set in. The lack of…
When You Need a New Song and a New Start
Somedays, we need a new song and a fresh start. I once knew a man who had struggled with the same thing for years. He was exhausted. During this time…
How to Admit Your Mistakes and Address Your Faulty Thinking.
It wasn't very long ago that reality snuck in. I got a full glimpse of the lies I believed and the mistakes I was making. I wondered how to admit…
When You Need a Quiet Place but Can’t Find One.
Finding rest for your soul means quieting yourself before God and centering yourself. It's a challenge for everyone, but peace requires it. Here is my favorite, peaceful music. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1nWUgIwRwQ&t=1938s On…
Be a Little Kinder to the Girl You Once Were.
Giving yourself grace and talking kindly about yourself may be the start of finding peace regarding your past. It's around this time of year that I get spring fever. I…
Choosing a New Identity: The Kings Daughter
Gaining a positive self-image is possible, but we must rethink our identity. Seeing ourselves as daughters of "The King" can give us a new start! The starting point requires us…
The God Who Gives the Best Kind of Gifts.
Some days, I don't recognize gifts from God. I'm so wrapped up in difficult circumstances that I miss them. While wrapping the Christmas gifts last night, I had some lulls.…
Choosing to be Grateful Means Accepting Life Differently.
Being grateful is always a choice. It may mean sorting through what you thought should happen in your life and looking for and finding things to be grateful for. The…
For the Days You Would Really Like to Scream.
Somedays are just hard, and this is hope for the hard days. Some days, I'd like to scream, but it would do little good. No one would listen. And then…
Peace of Mind and Hope for Christian Single Moms.
Finding hope for the Christian single mom is essential. Hope will lead you through the dark days. Statistics for a single mom can be terrifying. And the reality isn't much…
Choosing Wisdom and Walking Out of Despair.
These are steps on how to overcome despair. They are just baby steps but a move in the right direction. To begin with, despair isn't selective or hard to find.…
Being Scared Is Better Than Living in Resignation.
Courage, for the single mom, may seem slightly out of reach. But the truth is that never before have we needed as much courage as we do now. The rewards…
How to Overcome Legalism and Judgment by Others
There are some ways to overcome judgment as a single mom, and these will bring you freedom! Legalism and judgment go hand in hand. And as single moms, we seem…
It’s Okay to Be Afraid, But Face the Battle
Be a single mom who lives courageously! Learn how to handle fear! For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of…