Showing up to church regardless of the challenges may be the greatest commitment we can demonstrate to our children—as told by a small town pastor’s wife.
Category: Heart

You Were Made to be Creative
Kimberly reminds readers they’re inherently creative because they’re made in God’s image. She encourages everyone to embrace creative pursuits without guilt, seeing them as reflections of our divine design and nourishment for the soul.

How Understanding Neuroplasticity Changed My Life as a Mom
After deleting social media, Emily discovered how neuroplasticity could transform her scattered mom-brain and ADHD symptoms. She shares her journey of rewiring her brain through intentional choices, deeper faith, and real-world connections.

9 Tips for Finding Joy in Feeding Your Family
Ally shares her secrets to making home cooking sustainable and joyful. From batch cooking to involving kids in the kitchen, she’s discovered that simple routines and letting go of perfection make all the difference.

3 Reminders for Graceful Goal Chasing
It’s early 2025, and those New Year’s goals feel like a weight on our shoulders. For those feeling overwhelmed by resolutions, remember: true progress isn’t about perfection but consistency. Whether you’re tackling simple goals like a tidy kitchen or bigger aspirations, each small step forward matters—even when we stumble along the way.

5 Steps for Staying Frugal in a Marketing-Obsessed World
In our ad-saturated world, we’re bombarded with marketing messages that promise happiness through purchases. From social media to billboards, these messages shape our spending habits more than we realize. But there’s freedom in choosing mindful consumption over impulse buying, focusing on genuine needs rather than marketed wants, and finding contentment in what we already have.

Finding Modern-Day Meaning in Mary’s Story
Lauren looks at the Christmas story in a whole new light relating more closely to Mary’s position than ever being pregnant at Christmastime.

Reclaiming the Joy Behind Holiday Traditions
The unexpected halt of traditions for a life-or-death scenario sets the stage for Lauren and her family to reclaim the joy of holiday tradition.

The Beauty and Chaos of Motherhood is Not Lost On Me
“It’s not lost on me,” says Amanda Van Holland, about motherhood as a collection of perfectly beautiful and utterly chaotic moments. Don’t miss the heart-connection challenge at the end 🤍

15 Toddler Gifts We Have and Love
Discover our family-tested favorite toddler toys and essentials, curated by three moms who understand the value of purposeful play! From versatile art supplies to developmental toys that grow with your child, explore 15 items that have brought real joy and learning to our homes. Skip the guesswork with these mom-approved recommendations.