In a world where media is a dominating force, it is difficult to see the real truth through the murky waters of self indulgent, propagated sensationalism. Sadly, because of this, we begin to see and believe lies about ourselves that are simply not true. 3 Common Lies Moms Believe Lie #1: I am not good enough. Truth: Yes, you are! No Mother is perfect and if you watch the news enough you will learn that very quickly! It can be downright depressing! There is no way that a Mother could go through life without making mistakes. We make them everyday. It is how we choose to deal with them that matters. Cure: Believe the best, forgive yourself, ask forgiveness when appropriate, pray hard and keep trying. Lie #2: I can't do this. Truth: Um, yes you can. If you have kids, there is no turning back. Obviously, God knew what He was doing when He blessed you with them! Yes, Motherhood is the hardest job on earth, however, it is also the most rewarding investment a woman can ever … [Read more...]
Family Movie Night: Game of Your Life
One of the hardest things for me as a Mother is finding quality entertainment for my kids that is also SAFE for them to watch. That is why when I was given the opportunity to review a new family movie, I jumped at the chance! After watching Game of Your Life, I am pleased to let you all know that it is a great family movie! More importantly, it is safe and offers a wonderful opportunity for character training and development for our kids. The story is set around Zach Taylor, a young man who has been given a once in a lifetime chance to better his life via a scholarship into a great school that appeals to his career choice. He is soon put in a situation where he must make a choice. While he does give into temptation, in the end, he chooses the better path. I am happy to say that this movie is filled with many great conversation starters, lessons, comradery, repentance, forgiveness and redemption. If you have a teenage boy, or a video game lover in your life, I am sure they will … [Read more...]
Raising Kids In An Unfriendly World
The Scriptures tell us the world is no friend of ours. It is especially not a friend to our children. Lately, I’ve been paying more attention to the culture our children are living in and it is downright frightening. I try my best to protect my five year old daughter from the media and other cultural so called norms that I don’t find normal. It isn’t easy! For example, when we’re in the car I’m very careful about what I expose her to on the radio. We listen to a Christian station, a jazz station and we are often popping one of her CDs in. However, to my dismay she still hears about other singers such as Lady Gaga and inquires about her. I simply tell her that she’s five and Lady Gaga isn’t appropriate for her to listen to. Amazingly enough she has said her other friends are allowed to listen to her, and I have to explain that parents have different rules for their kids and these are my rules. Sadly, I’ve realized that we can only shield our children so much from the pop culture that … [Read more...]
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