Mom's Weekly

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  Avoiding the Lies We Tell Ourselves How many times have we said, “I’m fine, everything is all right” when all the while we are hurting on the inside, filled with fear, or ready to give in to defeat? Dawn Yoder Jan 29, 2015
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  6 Characteristics of an Unbroken Mom On the surface, I don’t have a lot in common with the late Louis Zamperini. But I think moms can learn from Louie what it takes to remain unbroken in spite of life’s detours, trials and obstacles. Theresa Ceniccola Jan 15, 2015
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  7 Verses of Hope (and a Prayer) for the New Year Whether you’ve just walked through the greatest year of your life, or you’re incredibly glad to see this one finally over, this truth still rings clear amidst it all. You are not alone. Ever. Debbie McDaniel Dec 31, 2014
• Seeking a Silent Night Amid the Noise of Christmas It is here, now, in the stillness of a quiet and receptive heart, that we find the promise of Christmas. Can you hear it? Chelsea Sherman Dec 25, 2014
• 5 Ways to Put the Spirit of Thanksgiving into Christmas Whether it is not enough time or money, hard-to-please kids, or strained relations with relatives, it becomes more difficult to slow down and maintain meaning and gratitude at this time of year Jennifer Shaw Dec 17, 2014
• Are You Angry at the Holidays? I’m here to tell you that your life does not have to be perfect – or even close to it - to experience a meaningful holiday season, to deeply experience the love of the baby Jesus turned Savior. Elisabeth Klein Dec 04, 2014
• Confessions of a Former Housework Hater I know there are some people who delight in keeping their living space clean, but I was not blessed with this drive. Other than for obvious sanitation reasons, why is housework important? Cindy Puhek Nov 25, 2014
• 17 Prayers of Gratitude for the Holiday Season How healthy are you going into this holiday season? You might be germ-free and full of vitamin C, but how's your spirit? Cindi McMenamin Nov 19, 2014
• 7 Ways to Cultivate a Heart of Gratitude in Your Home this Thanksgiving Season Thanksgiving is too wonderful a holiday to let slip by without some intentional, active gratitude. Steve Arterburn Nov 13, 2014
• 5 Benefits of Having a Challenging Teen What good can it possibly be to have a difficult child? Or a teen who struggles with sin? Or a child who rebels against you? God causes all things—even a teenager’s sin—to work together for our good. Here... Mark Altrogge Nov 06, 2014
• 5 Reasons Your Life is Not a Mess A mess of a life is more than a wardrobe overflowing with clothes, or an endless amount of kitchen appliances you just can't part with. It is a mindset with the potential to do more damage than may seem. Sarah Coleman Oct 30, 2014
• How Do I Talk to My Kids about Violence? Violence is part of human condition. It is part of our brokenness, and it is not necessarily a result of living in a violent environment. Elyse Fitzpatrick and Jessica Thompson Oct 23, 2014