Encouragement & Inspiration

In the bustling world of homeschooling, where rushing feels like the norm and productivity is king, Leslie Martino introduces a refreshing perspective in her book, The Joy of Slow. Leslie delves into the transformative power of slowing down, not just in education but in life itself. Her insights provide a road map for parents, educators,...

At a recent high school science Olympiad in Colorado, the winning team consisted of a group of homeschooled students. Read Article Homeschool Competition Winners For decades, homeschool students have dominated the headlines by winning National Spelling Bees, Speech and Debate tournaments, Robotics competitions, and more. I’ll even make a homeschool-parent-humble-brag by noting that our own...

Understanding the Homeschool Journey A recurring concern among homeschooling parents is the fear that their children might not keep pace academically. Ladd Lesh, C.O.O/G.M. of Apologia and father of nine, reflecting on his own homeschooling experience, recounts how his parents navigated similar concerns by focusing on individual growth. During the 1980s, homeschooling families often faced...

Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus, throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. — Ephesians 3:20-21 Busy I know your life is full. So...

Homeschooling is more than an educational choice; it’s a lifestyle that integrates family, learning, and faith in a harmonious rhythm. In a recent conversation with Whitney Newby from Brighter Day Press, we explored her journey into homeschooling, the genesis of her ministry, and her passion for inspiring moms through her new book, “Lift Your Eyes.” Finding...

As a homeschool advocate, I love it when a young couple tells me before they’re even married that they plan to homeschool their children. I’d like to say I had that kind of wisdom and foresight as a young man or that even as a new father, I was just as committed to my children’s...

…the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. — Romans 6:23b “Extreme Home Makeover,” “My Lottery Dream Home,” “Love It or List It,” “Fixer Upper” – We love shows about homes. We imagine that if we can find the right one, then everything will fall into place, and life will...

Evolutionists often present scientific arguments to refute Biblical creation in discussions about the origin of life. They claim that scientific evidence supports evolution over billions of years and argue that if God intervened in natural laws, science would be impossible. However, Biblical creationists can respond effectively using a strategic approach that challenges these claims and...

I had been at this particular red light before. In fact, for the past five years, I had been at this same intersection almost every Wednesday. We were on our way to music lessons, and as with most routines, the surroundings had long been taken for granted. The traffic was usually heavy but not at...

Many people would say that the modern-day homeschooling movement in the U.S. began sometime in the 1970s. In the next decade, state and national organizations were founded, including the Home School Legal Defense Association in 1983. When Rachael and I began our homeschool journey in 1996, the movement was still in its infancy. Fast forward...