Jesus is the Son of God, but why do we struggle with belief? It’s so important for us to remember that we are to find our answers in the Word of God – we go no other place. We must begin to know God’s Word for ourselves, so that we can defend the truth contained in it and recognize the false teaching that is rampant in our culture today. We’re going back to the basics, and calling out a false teaching being taught by the Episcopalian church as we speak. We want to pass the truth of God’s Word on to the next generation, and to understand how to do that, we need to know who Jesus is.
Scripture: John 5:16-47
Key verse: John 5:24
Episcopal Church votes no masculine pronouns for God
U.S. Episcopal diocese votes to stop using masculine pronouns for God
Episcopal Diocese Votes to Avoid Using ‘Gendered Pronouns’ for God in Book of Common Prayer
Scriptures
Psalm 90:12
Ephesians 5:15-18
Psalm 139:4
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Busy Seasons and Weary Souls – God doesn’t clearly tell us in his Word what is too much or too little when it comes to busyness. That’s something we each have to walk out with him. What He does tell us though, is that He wants us to be about HIS business…His agenda. In other words, to be led by the Holy Spirit. Being too busy is only okay if it’s what He wants us to do.
Balance for Busy Moms – So what does this have to do with balance? First, we need to work to please God, not others. Second, and it may not seem obvious at first, but if you read from verse 17 back down to that parallel verse, verse 23, you will see something that stood out to me: I noticed that all of the verses in between 17 and 23 talk about the importance of relationships. Those verses are all about healthy family relationships: wives and husbands are supposed to be in loving relationships with each other; we read that fathers are not to exasperate their children. God’s Word is telling us that good works situations and healthy family situations go hand in hand. This takes prioritizing and balancing. Sometimes, good things rob us of the best things.
A California family is in the news for abusing their 13 children, and the fact that they were registered homeschoolers seems to be the focus of the conversation among those who believe that homeschooling is a privilege that should be more closely monitored or taken away. But is homeschooling the heart of the issue?
California Children News Article
Are you frustrated with homeschooling? It’s hard to balance all we have to do as moms, and then you throw in homeschooling? Come on! But listen, you can do it. I’m answering an email addressing just this. If you’re new to homeschooling or 142 in homeschooling years, there’s something for you today.
HOMESCHOOL HELPS ON THE BUSY MOM
Homeschooling for Rookies – Are you beginning or considering homeschooling? Here are a few tips on curriculum, learning styles and getting started that will help you get moving on the right foot. You can do this!
Homeschooling Through High School – YES you can! – Can you homeschool all the way through high school? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Listen in as we answer FAQ’s and offer encouragement to parents who are considering this wonderful option.
This world affords us opportunities to gain affection and pleasure from many sources, but none of them is as valuable as the only truly filling source: the Son of God. Today we’re touching on one subject in our MomStrong International Bible Study, and how we may be a little more like her than we might like to think. Join me!
Scripture: John 14
I’m answering a reader’s question about how to live with an unbelieving spouse in what has become a silent, lonely relationship, which is a scenario that plays out more often than we might think. I know this mama is not alone, and I know the Bible speaks to her situation. Let’s go see what the Bible says!
Titus 2:11-14
Romans 12:18
World Magazine Article (Subscription Only)
Loving Your Unsaved Husband {Even More}
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How do I live as a Christian When My Spouse is Unsaved?
What Should a Christian Wife Do When Her Husband is Unsaved?
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My friend Dr. Edie Wadsworth is back today and we’re talking about her journey from practicing modern medicine to a natural way of living, including using food and essential oils as “medicine” in her every day life SO THAT we can learn to live a joyful life and walk in the best life the Lord has for us to walk! In Becoming MomStrong, I talk about our Spiritual health, but I also talk about not neglecting our physical health either. Dr. Edie sponsors a closed group on Facebook for her team, so be sure you see the show notes today to find out how to become a member!
Edie Wadsworth is a national speaker, writer, and faith blogger at life{in}grace. She has been featured in various media including Better Homes and Gardens. Edie is a physician turned natural health enthusiast who encourages and inspires women to live with more passion and purpose so that they can impact families and communities with their unique gifts. After overcoming her difficult upbringing to become a successful medical doctor, Edie left her practice to raise her family and pursue her love for writing. Her passion is to love her people well and to see women embrace the full measure of their life’s passion and purpose. When she’s not writing or teaching natural health classes, she enjoys cooking (with butter!), running, reading, banjo music, and the beautiful scenery of southern Appalachia, where she makes her home with her husband, Steve, and their awesome kids.
Click here to see more of Dr. Edie and Heidi’s favorite essential oils! When you become a member, you gain access to the closed Facebook group sponsored by Dr. Edie. Join me there!
A true transformation will manifest by us rejoicing in the goodness of the Lord in every area of our lives. Because we know that the God of the Universe keeps His promises, we can be at peace, because we are going to see the Lord at the end of our lives! We’re learning what a true transformation meant in the life of Nicodemus, a Pharisee ruler, who was told by Jesus that he needed to be born again. Nicodemus had quite a pedigree, but he didn’t have what really mattered – a belief in Jesus Christ as His Savior.
John 3:16-21
Isaiah 64:6
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