Encouragement & Inspiration

“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (ESV) The word steward may sound a bit old-fashioned in today’s world, but it holds deep significance in the Christian life. A steward is someone who manages something that doesn’t belong to them—think of...

To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. –Psalm 19:1 Aloha! My family and I recently visited Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, on the island of Oʻahu. With the breathtaking ocean and mountains, this peaceful place revealed the beauty of God’s glorious creation...

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” —Hebrews 10:24-25 Imagine a marriage where everything happens virtually. You text your spouse “good morning” instead...

Are homeschooled kids weird? As a homeschooling mom for the past 11 years, it is a fair question. I often encounter moms who are curious about homeschooling, but afraid their kids will somehow turn out weird. Or upon meeting my kids, they expressed their pleasant surprise that they seemed “normal.” In reality, homeschooling provides a...

You’ve heard the stories about the homeschooled kids who live somewhere on your block. Maybe you’ve heard that they “run wild” or that they’re brainiacs attending college at the age of 12, but can’t interact with other kids their age. The rumor train is a wild ride. In truth, many homeschoolers spend a lot of...

Some people were even bringing infants to Him so He might touch them, but when the disciples saw it, they rebuked them. –Luke 18:15 I’m a firm believer that building relationships with your children should be a top priority for homeschooling parents. You’re already spending more time together than most families, so why not take...

 In a world where our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology and schedules, it’s easy to overlook the simple wonders that surround us every day. This theme reverberates throughout an insightful conversation with Sherri Seligson, a marine biologist turned homeschool mom, who shares her journey of finding beauty and wonder in the natural world. Sherri...

Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. – Psalm 127:1 Treehouse Masters When we had a house full of kids, my family enjoyed watching the cable television show “Treehouse Masters.” We had hearty conversations about the theme we would choose if we were clients of Pete Nelson and his crew. Would ours look...

Five-, six-, and seven-year-old children are naturally curious. They enjoy exploring the world around them and playing games that involve imagination (like make-believe). Most parents would agree that these kids are also still pretty dependent on Mom and Dad. For them, snuggling is an important source of personal security, and when you tuck your little...

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to create a haven within one’s home can seem like a daunting task. Jennifer Pepito offers insights and inspiration on how to transform homes into places of deep-rooted faith, community, and virtue through her new book, Habits for a Sacred Home. Meeting Jennifer Pepito Jennifer Pepito, a devoted mother...