by Brenda L. Yoder | Apr 23, 2015 | Faith, Parenting
In the last post, we identified “what-if’s” that feed a parent’s fears and anxiety. We identified three steps to manage momentary and long-term fears. 1. Stop. 2. Breathe. 3. Listen to God. You can read about the first two principles here....
by Brenda L. Yoder | Mar 19, 2015 | Faith
Once we returned from a family trip in the wee hours on a Sunday morning. After attending church and eating a good meal, we spent the majority of the afternoon relaxing, what we normally do on Sundays. A day of rest. A day set aside for worship. A day different from...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Feb 18, 2015 | Encouragement, Faith
I’m excited to share Laurie Whitesel’s work with you as part of the #LIVE2015 series, in addition to a giveaway of her new book, “What’s Right Here.” I’ll be sending it to one of you! To enter the giveaway, just email...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Jan 17, 2015 | Faith
Guest Post by Donna Bontrager for the #Live2015 series It was a sunny Saturday morning. I was doing the normal chores, laundry underway, dishwasher loaded, and on my second cup of coffee…wondering how far the boys had made it on their drive home from Florida after...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 2, 2014 | Parenting
There are days your children hurt you. I heard a new mom share her complete joy when her firstborn was laid on her chest. The universal moment a mom feels where hope, joy, and love comes together. New moms aren’t told how it feels when those feelings are invaded with...
