Bible study and journaling
When I think of Jacob, the father of the 12 tribes of Israel, I don’t think of happy things. Instead of a positive role model or a devout believer, I think of cunning and deceit. I think of someone who can be trusted to see to his own best interests, not an inspiring father. But … Continue reading Inspiring Fathers: Jacob
At least 10% of couples deal with the heartbreaking reality of infertility. We desire children, we long for children, we pray for children. We seek the help and guidance of doctors and other medical professionals when we aren’t able to easily conceive or carry children. We try hormone injections and surgeries, IUI and IVF, donor … Continue reading Inspiring Fathers: Isaac
Abraham. The patriarch of the Jewish faith. Through him we get the nation of Israel. We get the people God inspired to write the Bible. We get the Messiah. Through the story of Abraham we learn that God doesn’t call the perfect or even expect perfection. We get the story of a man God chose … Continue reading Inspiring Fathers: Abraham
Sometimes you hear a story that penetrates all your defenses and strikes straight at your heart. The story of Hannah is such a story for me. It is not a comprehensive story but it is enough. More than enough, actually, because a lot of life is packed into a few short paragraphs of 1 Samuel. … Continue reading Inspiring Mothers: Hannah
I really enjoy watching old movies through the eyes of my kids. Easter was made extra fun this year with their debut viewing of The Prince of Egypt. They had so many questions. The visual of the blood on the doorposts, the passover lamb, lead to an impactful discussion of Jesus and how He is … Continue reading Inspiring Mothers: Jochebed
