Spiritual Growth
The Woopie Factor, Lesson C
<-- Back to Help Meet by Design Main I have really gotten a lot out of this series. This will be our last lesson on this subject...at least for now! ;) Sex is very important to the health and happiness of your marriage. God knows this. That is why He put the subject all through the Scriptures. … [Keep Reading...]
The Woopie Factor, Lesson B
<-- Back to Help Meet by Design Main Last time, we learned that God created sex before sin ever came into the picture. This week we are going to talk about how important sex is in a marriage. Sex is one of the most important ingredients for a happy and healthy marriage. A marriage does not … [Keep Reading...]
The Woopie Factor, Lesson A
<-- Back to Help Meet by Design Main Yes, I am going to talk about sex. LOL! We will be talking about el woopie for 3 lessons. Let's go back to the beginning. Before sin entered the picture. Do you believe it? Sex came before sin. Oh, yes it did! So God created man in His own image, in the … [Keep Reading...]
The Jezebel Infection, part B
<-- Back to Help Meet by Design Main Last week, I shared that the Jezebel infection was in woman long before Jezebel the person ever existed. We looked at Eve. This week we will look at the Jezebel infection in Sarah. Jezebel "Helps" Her Husband 1 Kings 21:5-7 His wife Jezebel came in … [Keep Reading...]
The Jezebel Infection, part A
<-- Back to Help Meet by Design Main During this study it has become clear that our husband's needs should be our priority. We were created too be their helpers. Our mission is to help our husband live the dream and destiny that God created for them. Unfortunately, there is a little Jezebel infection … [Keep Reading...]
Parenting Features
Fun and Easy Crafts for Toddlers
Getting a toddler to sit still can be a near-impossible feat. They're constantly exploring the world around them. That's a good thing, but sometimes they need some creative downtime. That's where toddler crafts come in. Crafts are great for toddlers for a number of reasons. It can help them develop longer … [Keep Reading...]
101 Creative Ideas to Keep Kids Busy WITHOUT TV, Technology, Media or…Dare I say it…Video games!
With summer vacation beginning, many parents may be wondering what to do to keep their kids busy during the school break. These tips are great for any time of year, however, and a few will even work for winter! The reason I took the time to come up with one hundred ideas was to help parents connect with … [Keep Reading...]
We Must Stop the Sexualization of our Little Girls
"Mom, that isn't sexy," whined the six year old girl standing near me in the children's clothing department of a well known retailer's store. Did this adorable six year old with pony tails, just say the word sexy? Yes, to my unfortunate surprise the word sexy came out of her mouth about a very mini … [Keep Reading...]
Loving Parenting For The Greater Good
Do you remember something your parents wouldn't let you do when you were a young child? Wow, I have several! I sure thought my parents were the meanest pair of people that walked the earth. It was a time when everyone (but me of course), was allowed to stay out past dark. When the street lights came … [Keep Reading...]
101 Tips to Become a Better Mom of Faith
Let's face it, Motherhood is the most stressful job in the world. As Christian Moms, the task can be even more tedious as we strive to tech them moral values, to love and seek Daddy God, and how to walk in love in a world filled with sin, selfishness and hate. As Moms, we pour our lives into our children … [Keep Reading...]
Enjoy the Open Road
One of my favorite past times when I was single was taking road trips. There was nothing like driving down an open road on a warm summer day with the windows down and the tunes playing. Now that I have a permanent passenger beside myself road trips are even more enjoyable. Road trips are a great time … [Keep Reading...]
Get Prepared and Spend Quality Time With Your Family
Once upon a time four years ago pre mommy-hood I had more hours in the day than I needed. Rarely was I stressed about grocery shopping, laundry, or errands in general. Life was carefree and many evenings were spent browsing bookstores, attending art events, and enjoying the city I lived in. Much has … [Keep Reading...]
Book Club
Chapter Eleven: Marcus Comes to Visit Julia…or Perhaps Hadassah??
Don’t know what we are reading? Click Here for more info. It is NEVER too late to participate! Marcus sees Hadassah with new eyes... A Voice in the Wind Chapter Eleven: Marcus Comes to … [Keep Reading...]
Chapter Ten: Atretes Conditioning and Married Life with Julia
Don’t know what we are reading? Click Here for more info. It is NEVER too late to participate! 6 months into her marriage and Julia is more selfish than ever...but, let's start with Atretes... A … [Keep Reading...]
Chapter Nine: Julia’s Wedding
Don’t know what we are reading? Click Here for more info. It is NEVER too late to participate! In this chapter, Julia finds out that she will immediately marry an older man she barely knows… A … [Keep Reading...]
Chapter Eight: Hadassah Meets the Valerians
Don’t know what we are reading? Click Here for more info. It is NEVER too late to participate! In this chapter, Hadassah begins her new life with the very dysfunctional Valerian family… A … [Keep Reading...]
Chapter 7: Julia
Don’t know what we are reading? Click Here for more info. It is NEVER too late to participate! In this chapter, we gain more insight into young Julia... A Voice in the Wind Chapter Seven: … [Keep Reading...]
Mom Tips
5 Great Tips For Choosing Safe Toys For Your Children
Every child in the world wishes to have toys and every parent tries to give them what they want. So until they grow-up children spend most of their time playing with different toys. If you are careful when you choose toys for your kids you can even consider that you are making an investment. … [Keep Reading...]
5 Ways to Prevent House Cleaning Slavery
If you hate "cleaning day" put an end to it by marking it off your calendar. There's an easier way to maintain a clean house than slaving away over dust and dirt. Follow these 5 quick tips to ease your house cleaning burden: 1. Change your expectations. Many of us fantasize about having the perfect, … [Keep Reading...]
Six Steps to Raising Financially Responsible Teens
In today’s money-driven society, teens are constantly bombarded by magazines, television ads, and peer pressure which make them feel less than ideal if they do not wear the latest clothing style and drive a “cool” car. Briefly visit your local mall and you will observe multitudes of … [Keep Reading...]
How To Save Money with Grocery Coupons
If you are like most families your grocery trips are one of your most expensive monthly "bills." You hear about people saving tons of money and even getting items for free with coupons but you don’t know what to do. Here are a few tips to get you started. First things first: You have to … [Keep Reading...]
Preparing to Go Back to School
By: Audrey Okaneko By the beginning of August my kids are usually asking to go to Staples to start looking at and buying back to school supplies. Each year we are always unsure what supplies any one teacher might want. We’ve had some teachers that wanted a different notebook for every … [Keep Reading...]
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