fear

Truth for When Fear Threatens the Special Needs Parent
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Truth for When Fear Threatens the Special Needs Parent

I believe, as Mothers, the greatest means through which God pulls us beyond ourselves and into a humbling understanding of our need for Him and the power of His love, is through our children. But I also believe, as Mothers, the greatest weapon the enemy has to thwart our purpose is through our children. “Making…

Lord, Give Me Strength to Parent Without Fear
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Lord, Give Me Strength to Parent Without Fear

Lord, give me strength was the prayer of my mama heart. I remember the day I walked out of the church nursery without the sounds of my little guy crying. For months I’d had to put on my brave face, walk away, and believe he would soon realize Mommy would always come back. But brave…

A 3-Part Strategy That Will Make You Trust God More
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A 3-Part Strategy That Will Make You Trust God More

In a moment, I get to share with you Alison Tiemeyer! I can’t even begin to explain how much I love this wise-beyond-her-years young woman. I’ve been blessed to spend time with her in real life laughing, learning, and having those deep kinds of conversations that fill your soul. Today she’s talking all about how…

When You Need the Words to Pray Against Your Child’s Fear
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When You Need the Words to Pray Against Your Child’s Fear

It was in the quiet of the night. Everyone was asleep at last. Now it was my time. The time I used for refueling and recharging after a day of facig my child’s fear. When You Are Worried and Weary From the Weight of Your Child’s Fear It was my “me time.” My creative time….

A Prayer for When You Need to Get Back Up Again
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A Prayer for When You Need to Get Back Up Again

Get back up again. Do you ever feel as though it borders along the impossible? As though your misstep, failure, or hurt is is just too big? The fall too hard? This weekend as I was watching my son and his team play basketball, I couldn’t help but be amazed at their tenacity. These kids…

Longing for Daily Peace
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Longing for Daily Peace

Although I played the part quite well, peace was something that eluded me for much of my life. I was quick with a smile and loved laughter, but there was something I was hiding. Within myself lived conflicted moments I’d mull over for days. Sleepless nights and even nightmares told me the thoughts were not in…