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One of the biggest challenges in life is to make sure we are living out God’s will and not our own. Even though sometimes we are content where we are, something just seems to be missing. You can’t pinpoint the problem , but it just doesn’t feel right. Settling for less is not always a conscious or intentional choice. Many people don’t even realize when they’ve settled. The good news is… if you have, it’s not too late! Here are 3 Signs You’re Settling For Less Than God’s Best… 1. God’s Best Won’t Bring Confusion I remember when I started this blog, I…

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As a single mother of four children, I know firsthand that raising your children alone is one of the most difficult challenges that you will ever face in life. As a woman of faith, I also know firsthand that when you allow God to truly be Lord of your life and allow Him to lead you and guide you as a mother, things become a whole lot easier. If you are feeling discouraged and exhausted by the many different hats that you have to wear while raising your children as a single mother, I want to share with you some…

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Most people who find themselves in a long term relationship with an abusive person, stay because they are either scared to leave or they think they can change their abuser. You can’t change the unhealthy behaviors of an abuser. They have to want to change. The only thing you can do is pray for them, wish them well, and let God do the changing. Your safety should be your number one priority. How do you protect yourself from a dating relationship with a potential abuser? You pay attention to the red flags! Below is a list of behaviors commonly found…

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I’m startled awake by the shrill blare of a child screaming.  I quietly nudge his bedroom door open and peer through the crack.  He sleeps soundly.  It must have been another dream.  I don’t know what he dreams about, but he awakens in fear at least once a week. The late-night wake-up call stirred my adrenaline into full force, and I lie wide awake, staring at the light fixture above the bed.  I decide to pray myself back to sleep, and I’ve found there’s no better way to drift into sleep than while talking to and listening to the One…

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