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by Sarah Stirman
Same song, next verse, eight months later. Last night my 10 year old son and I experienced a feeling of deja vu as we ... (read more)
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Handicapped and His Glory, by Sarah Stirman
      How can a crippling situation or handicap actually be an open door for the Savior?

Forgiveness?, by Sarah Stirman
      Wouldn't you have been upset?

Pockets of Dreams, by Susan Sagun
      Want to know how to take a simple dress and change a life?

Going Home, by Sarah Stirman
      Where will I be when I finally realize that I'm home?

The Coriolis Effect on the Heart, by Lisa Mikitarian
      How far have you been deflected away from your goals and dreams?

Spiritual Restoration, by Muriel Larson
      How do we re-charge our spiritual batteries?

Stop Signs, by Ann Voskamp
      How many of God's signs are your rolling through and not pausing to hear His voice?

Pink Slip, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What kind of slip are you expecting?

Uprighting the Earth, by Ann Voskamp
      What do you need to bury in your life?

The Highest Compliment, by Phil Ware
      Why would he do such a thing?

In Her Voice, by Phil Ware
      Why did it take so long?

Sweat the Small Stuff: It's the Big Stuff, by Ann Voskamp
      So when did small get to be so big?

God on eBay?, by Lisa Mikitarian
      You can find God in the most unusual of places!

Living on Beam Unending, by Ann Voskamp
      Who wide is the Cross of Christ and the love He showed us there?

Companion Runner, by Lisa Mikitarian
      How do you stay on the path?

Jess, to His Friends, by Lisa Mikitarian
      What a big difference one stuck key can make!

Real Spring Cleaning, by Ann Voskamp
      How do you really clean house this spring?

Real Spring Cleaning, by Ann Voskamp
      How do you really clean house this spring?

Just a Breath, by Tammy Marcelain
      You can come home again!

Finding Beauty, by Lisa Mikitarian
      So where can you go to find beautiful things?

When the Sun Sets on Seno-Baani, by Christine Villas
      What can African women teach a modern theological student?

Snow Days, by Lisa Mikitarian
      Can you hear the sound of muffled noise?

Treadmill of Life, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      So are you ready to stay up on that exercise thing this year?

Give Mary Credit, by Jeff Lee
      What about Mary?

In the Shadow of God, by Lisa Mikitarian
      How has God made your child?

To Know This Love That Surpasses Knowledge, by BooMama
      What can top a mother's honor?

Totally Present for Today with a Vision for Tomorrow, by Michele Howe
      Can I be present in the moment and still have a hope for the future?

Hand-Me-Downs, by Mary Anne Brannon
      Have you worn your cousin's best?

Praise and Perspective, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Where do you get the perspective to praise God during tough times?

Market Place Moments: Appreciation, by Michele Howe
      What's the difference between flattery and genuine praise?

The Staying Power of Our Words, by Katha Winther
      Why do some of these things stick in our heads for so long?

The Jewel, by Muriel Larson
     

Too Much Rain!, by Katha Winther
      What can you do when the rain falls and the floods come?

How Beautiful, by Sarah Stirman
      How beautiful are your hands?

He Walks with Me, by Leah Adams
      Have you met Him in the garden lately?

Unplug!, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What's got you so distracted?

God Never Stops Calling, by Tammy Marcelain
      Have you heard his voice?

GPS?, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Can your GPS get you out of life's real pickles?

I Was a Snob and It Breaks My Heart, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      How hard is it to admit that we can be religious snobs?

It's Not About ..., by Kimberli J. Brackett
      What is your life really about?

Victory Over Loss and Anger, by Muriel Larson
      Can we really ever get over our losses?

Commitment Sunday, by Daphne Simpkins
      How much would Mildred Budge commit?

The Little Things, by Leah Adams
      What is too small to trust God with?

Forever Stamps?, by Katha Winther
      Does anything really last forever?

Beautiful Feet, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      How pretty are your woofng dogs?

Jesus, Send the Cops, by Daphne Simpkins
      What in the world has Mildred gotten herself into this time?

Let's Not Be Deceived!, by Kathy Bailey
      Have you been trusting in the wrong things?

A Soul Called Leslie, by Tammy Marcelain
      Would you have gone looking for Leslie?

The Art of Kindergarten Identity, by Amy Grant
      How special are you and why?

The Chin Hair, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      So what do you see in your mirror?

Martha's List, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Whose list are you carrying?

Choices: Truth or Lies?, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Do we really have all these choices or is there only one choice?

Fighting the Silent Disease, by Tammy Marcelain
      Can we really find a way of escape?

Shift Change, by Denise Waldrop
      Can you make it just one hour?

The Gift of Praise, by Jeanene Reese
      Ruby and diamond rings are half as important as the praise they bring!

The Real Tragedy, by Tammy Marcelain
      How can you not have your life blown apart by a brain tumor?

Learning to Tremble, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Have you learned the ultimate act of reverence

Venting?, by Katha Winther
      Have you learned to let off a little steam before you blow up?

Bombarded by Self, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      So what's the big problem with all this self stuff?

Final Destinations, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      How do you deal with such losses?

Be Like the Dumpster, by Tammy Marcelain
      Why would you ever want to be like a dumpster?

Making God Laugh, by Marsha Jordan
      Should this actually be one of our life goals?

God is So Big!, by Sarah Stirman
      How big is God in your daily world?

No Jobs in Heaven?, by Denise Waldrop
      You going to join me at the heavenly beach hut?

The Talking Keypad, by Jane Vincenzi
      When is the last time you got a laugh out of a keypad?

Controlling Change or Changing Control, by Donna Ware
      What do you do when you can't control your life?

Don't Let the Wrapper Fool You!, by Marsha Jordan
      Do you think most things are what they appear to be on the surface?

The Right Light, by Elizabeth Price
      Have you found the right time and the right light?

It's not an Odd Thing; It's a God Thing, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Are the things going on in your life just random or are they God things?

Mother, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      How can you truly describe her with mere words?

Rain Reminds Me of My Mother, by J Bordine
      Do you remember anyone when it rains?

Run the Race, by Sarah Stirman
      Are you running to win the victory?

Sharing Burdens, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Do you know them enough to help?

Jury Duty, by Katha Winther
      When can a conviction lead to an acquittal?

Drugs, Children, and the Influence of Evil, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What are you doing to help resist evil?

How Great the Father's Love!, by Sarah Stirman
      Does any of the Father's love splash over and touch the people in your family?

Give and It Will Be Given to You, by Sarah Stirman
      So what are you really offering to the Lord for His service?

Battery Life and Shining Lights, by Sarah Stirman
      What does it take to keep your battery charged?

Embellishment Opportunities, by Sarah Stirman
      Have you felt the clean up of the Master's brush?

Gold, Silver, or Bronze?, by Katha Winther
      What is it that you are pursuing with all your might?

Storm Peace, by Elizabeth Price
      Can you rest securely when the storm winds blow?

Momma Dog's Brief Vacation, by Amy C. Baker
      When was the last time you got away with a friend and the Father?

Reflecting on the Years, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What have you learned and done based on what happened last year?

A Piece of My Heart, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What happens when we give it all away?

Holy, Please Hold the Adventure, by Sarah Stirman
      Can we have the holy without the adventure?

Gifts of the Heart, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Are you giving from the heart?

Ouch! You're Stepping on My Toes, by Sarah Stirman
      Does God ever use Scripture to step on your toes?

The Cost of our Tickets, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Who or what really is our God?

Crazy Things Keep Happening to Me, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Does crazy stuff happen to you?

Tears and Laughter, by Sarah Stirman
      How is being a mom like being a yo-you?

Weed, Water, and Share!, by Katha Winther
      How does your garden grow?

The Lord Has a Will, by Elizabeth Price
      Did you know that the Lord

Love or Legalism, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      Which of the two do you choose to do?

Styles, by Katha Winther
      What's in style in your neck of the woods?

The Missing Bible, by Elizabeth Price
      Can you find your Bible in the list?

Reminder in the Storm, by Elizabeth Price
      How can you stand the fury of your storms?

Conditioners, by Elizabeth Price
      How have you been conditioned?

The Master Gardener, by Sarah Stirman
      What's growing in your personal flower beds?

The Art of Listening, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What is the most important thing you listen to each day?

Game Over, by Kimberli J. Brackett
      When will it all stop?

Father of Lies, by Sarah Stirman
      Whose voice do you listen to?

Waiting in Line, by Katha Winther
      How long would you wait?

When I Can't, He Can!, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What can't you do?

The Bookmark, by Elizabeth Price
      What good is a little bookmark?

The Button Box, by Michele Howe
      How will we be remembered?

Country Chicken, by Amy C. Baker
      A Texas city slicker?

Women & Prayer: Power Outage, by Michele Howe
      Is it giving care or escaping from loneliness?

Dared to Hope, by Elizabeth Price
      If only we would trust that the Lord can make us all grow!

Letters from My Sisters, by Kelly Breece
      Have you noticed how sweet your sister's voice is to your ears?

Our Legacy, by Donna Ware
      What are we leaving behind?

It Never Left, by Kelly Breece
      Where did your moon go?

Trailing Me, by Kelly Breece
      Do you ever get out ahead of God and forget to listen for his voice?

Making a Friend, by Betty Jo Mings
      Can you love the unlovable?

Lady and Champ, by Kelly Breece
      Can letting go help us go on to greater things?

Christ and Christophers, by Kelly Breece
      Will you miss your next opportunity?

Memorable Memorial, by Elizabeth Price
      What have you broken open for the Lord?

The Landlord or the Minister's Wife, by Tricia Goss
      Which of the two are you most like?

Ahead of My Time, by Kelly Breece
      When is running late being ahead of schedule?

Have It His Way!, by Kelly Breece
      What difference can the squawking voice really make in a day?

Surprise!, by Kelly Breece
      Won't it be such a great surprise party?

Said the Spider to the Fly, by Kathy Bailey
      Have you been trapped lately?

Leap of Faith, by Kelly Breece
      Leaving home or just taking a new journey?

Night Night Moon, by Kelly Breece
      When do you forget the schedule and live in the moment?

Now That's the Ticket, by Kelly Breece
      What you going to give?

A Little Faith, by Kelly Breece
      How do we lift our spirits on difficult days?

What a Week, by Kelly Breece
      What's good about the AC going out in summer?

Safe With Dad, by Kelly Breece
      Can we trust that we are really safe?

The Difference That Ella Made, by Rubel Shelly
      Can one little girl change the shopping experience?

Rescued from the Refuse Heap, by Elizabeth Price
      Have you been rescued?

In Tandem with Jesus, by Janice Price
      Will we let Jesus be the Ringmaster of our lives?

Stirring Up Emotions, by Kelly Breece
      Can there be more than recipes in those cookbooks?

Learning to Pray, by Jennifer Kennedy Dean
      How do you pray?

Say a Prayer for Me, by Kelly Breece
      What can we do to help others in the middle of their messes?

Wonder Working Power, by Charlotte Barres
      Why can't we see the power of the Holy Spirit in less exciting ways?

Miracle Ear, by Kelly Breece
      Can finding a hearing aid really be a miracle?

Have You Caught This Aroma?, by Melva Cooper
      What do you smell like?

Spared!, by Kelly Breece
      Can we keep that fresh feeling of being spared?

Squeaky Clean, by Elizabeth Price
      It's not just true of our hair!

Snowy Day, by Kelly Breece
      What can we learn from a ride in the snow?

An Any Weather Friend, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Do you have an "any weather" friend?

Touching Jesus, by Amy Nappa
      Have you ever touched Jesus? You've had a chance to touch him!

Dry Spells, by Kathy Bailey
      What do we do with the dry patches in our lives?

Real Peace, by Melva Cooper
      Do you know peace in your life?

At the Hem, by Cindy Johanneson
      He has the power.

No Fear, by Theresa Bell Kindred
     

From the Mouths of Babes, by Amy Nappa
     

The Hug Line, by Amy Nappa
     

I Have Called You Friend, by Deborah Folle Scott
      Is He your friend?

Outstretched Arms, by Betty Jo Mings
      Being a mother...

A Moment for Mom, by Elisabeth K. Corcoran
     

The Miracle of Giving, by Amy Nappa
     

The Power of Influence, by Julie Anderson
      What impression are you making?

Call Me Grace, by Kathy Bailey
      Let's look at the word 'grace' a little closer...

Angels of Mercy, by Amy Nappa
      A network of support and love through grief...

The Unseen Helper, by Johnnie Ann Gaskill
      We may not see Him, but He's there.

God's Fingerprints, by Amy Nappa
      He's left His mark on you.

Soaking It Up, by Amy Nappa
      The same touch can have completely different results.

What Really Matters, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Mary and Martha had different ideas about what mattered.

Away From the Crowded Mall, by Sandy Fields
      Spend some time where it matters.

It Makes Perfect Sense, by Staci Stallings
      What's our motivation for change?

The Value of a Thank You, by Mary Lindow
      Give thanks in everything.

My Grumbling-Turned-Thankful Heart, by M. Sue Moore
      Thankfulness lights up a room.

The Spirit Produces Self-Control, by Sandy Fields
      Big or little, sometimes it's hard to control yourself.

The Spirit Produces Humility, by Sandy Fields
      Gentleness comes from humility.

The Spirit Produces Faithfulness, by Sandy Fields
      He can make you faithful.

The Spirit Produces Kindness, by Sandy Fields
      More fruit of the Spirit...

The Spirit Produces Patience, by Sandy Fields
      Patience is a simple thing.

The Spirit Produces Peace, by Sandy Fields
      We desperately need peace.

The Spirit Produces Joy, by Sandy Fields
      Happiness and joy are not the same.

Back to School with the Lord's Prayer, by Charme Robarts
      A special look at the Lord's Prayer for mothers sending their kids back to school.

God's Spirit Fashioning God's Woman, by Sandy Fields
     

A New Beginning, by Betty Jo Mings
      It's not too late to try again.

No Surprises, by Amy Nappa
      What's your special gift going to be?

A Heart That Doesn't Judge, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      Are you willing to cast that stone?

Sugar and Spice, by Amy Nappa
      Just what is it about a woman's touch?

Tough Decision, Precious Gift, by Kristi Powers
      It was tough, but it was right.

The Comparison Game, by Mildred Tengbom
      It starts at birth and continues for years...

The First Stirrings of My Baby Within Me, by Mildred Tengbom
      Mother's get a chance to feel something wonderful!

Tracing the Traces, by Amy Nappa
      Sometimes our touch is not easily identified... but it's there.

Rain Reminds Me of My Mother, by J. Bordine
     

The Chocolate Touch, by Amy Nappa
      How many people do you touch?

Beyond My Plan to His, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      What does He have in store for me?

Cleaning Up After Eve, by Amy Nappa
      We're still reeling from Eve's sin.

A Permanent Record, by Amy Nappa
      Your fingerprints are left behind.

Abide In Me, by Staci Stallings
      It's not abide with me, it's abide IN me.

Evidence, by Amy Nappa
      Whatever you touch, you leave something behind.

Welcome 2002!, by Harriet May Savitz
      A few thoughts on the new year.

Throw Out That Gooey Stuff with the Fuzz on It!, by Kathy Champagne Bailey
      Something smells rotten. Throw it out!

Are You Rich?, by Staci Stallings
      Think long and hard. You may be surprised.

Dealing with Anxiety with Thanksgiving, by Muriel Larson
      You don't need to worry.

Random Acts of Love, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      You can make a difference.

Pray Without Ceasing, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      All we can do is pray.

Answered Prayers, by Teresa Kindred
      Somewhere, someone is praying for you.

The Art of Being Still, by Teresa Bell Kindred
      We need some quiet time.

The House of Reunion, by Laura Brockman Beall
      An earthly reunion makes us think of the heavenly one to come.

After the Honeymoon, by Deana Nall
      Do you have zeal and knowledge?

Hope in a Basket, by Teresa Kindred
      How do we let them go?

God's Emergency Number, by Janice Price
      Get Him on the hotline!

Life from Death, by Deana Nall
      It can happen for you, too!

Hidden Treasures in the Sand, by Kara J. Stokes
      Featuring the "Legend of the Sand Dollar."

A Firm Foundation, by Deana Nall
      Have you checked the foundation lately?

My Own Personal Christmas, by Debra J. Womack
      One woman's story...

I Want You to Stay With Me For Ever and Ever, by Linda Rondeau
      Do we have love this strong?

Forever Friend, by Kristi Powers
      Thank God for friends.

Of Empty Jars and Boxes, by Kara J. Stokes
      Be made new.

Another Way to Win, by Rubel Shelly
      The power of friendship.

In the Midst of Chaos, by Ann Marie Davis
     

Facing Down that Terrifying Conversation, by Mark Waltenbaugh
      What would Esther do?

Road Signs, by Gloria Gaither
      This is the road you need to follow.

The Power of One Dedicated Woman, by Tex Williams
      Sunday school teachers exert a powerful influence.

The Ministry of Motherhood, by Rick Atchley
      Mothers are to be appreciated and encouraged!

The Divine Antidote, by Germana Downing
      Take the prescription He gives you.

Precious Memories, by Geraldine Woodell
      How they ever flood my soul...

The Gift of Grandmothers, by Jim McGuiggan
      God makes them so beautiful!

He Loves You and Me by Suze Fair
God doesn't need us, he wants us.

Lost While Found by Lindsey Shoemaker
Lord, thank you for being my Shepherd.

He is Not Silent by Kim Shoemaker
He still speaks.

God Will Not Forget Us by Ana Caldas
His promises never fail.

Listen! by Kim Shoemaker
What would you do?

Sweet Water by Kim Shoemaker
Can you spare a cold cup of water?

Slow Down and Live by Kim Shoemaker
Be still and know...

Grandaddy's Wedding Band by Lillian Carol Russell
Don't lose sight of it!

For Freedom We’ve Been Set Free! by Michelle Velez
Break the chains that bind you!

New Beginnings from Old Endings by Brenda Terrell
The patterns of life keep changing.

God Has a Sense of Humor! by Linda Cuttrell
Some scriptures are just perfect.

Where Did It Go? by John William Smith
Are you looking for His star?

God's Awesome Power by Michelle Velez
Let God’s powerful love into your life.

My Son by Tammy Mullican
A special poem about a special child.

Home Sweet Home by Elna Vanderberg
There is hope for victims of spousal abuse.

Embracing the Cross by Michelle Velez
Don’t deny your suffering, embrace it.

Our Legacy by Donna Ware
How do we show God’s love to our kids?

I Am A Child by Joyce Hardin
A big challenge, a tremendous reward.

Miz Roof by Donna Ware
Every mother needs a break.

The God Who Sees
Hagar and Sarah were a lot like us.

A Time for Everything... by Cheri Ritter
Time for faith, trust, love and strength.

What Every Child Needs by Elisa Morgan and Carol Kuykendall
What’s at the heart of mothering?

A Precious Moment by Mary Beth Lagerborg
Take the time to do something special.

Just Don’t Leave Home Without Me? by John McPherson/Phil Ware
Having trouble letting go?

Help for the Romantically Impaired by Les and Leslie Parrot
Everyone is different, but everyone needs love.

A Mother’s Prayer by Terra D. Brimberry
Facing a tough time with God.

Thinking ‘bout Home by Julie-Allyson Ieron
Make your home reflect your special spirit.

Restoring the Process of Mothering by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Vital skills we need for mothering.

A Mother’s Footprints of Faith by Angela L. Weaver
How will we prepare the mother’s of tomorrow?

A Balanced Woman of God by Charles R. Swindoll
Examples of first century women of God.

Can Cleaning be Fun? by Patricia H. Sprinkle
Maybe! And educational as well.



O T H E R   A R T I C L E S 

In Her, I See God's Love—a mother's love points to God.
Love That Leads to You—a beautiful song. 
Thank You, Mom!
—thank you, thank you, thank you! 
Miz Roof
—somehow we have to serve! 
Letting Go
—tough, but necessary. 
Grey Haired Angel
—a woman who fears the Lord…

 

 
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