Author Archives: wordvessel

It can be daunting to select a parenting philosophy in this era. The media, the healthcare system, the education system, not to mention friends, family, and Facebook bombard the new parent with a barrage of parenting trends and advice. I’ve … Continue reading →

One of the most intriguing things in the Old Testament account of the manna from heaven was God’s command that no one collect extra in order to have leftovers. Any leftovers would mold by the next morning. The exception was … Continue reading →

In the heat of the summer there isn’t much one really feels motivated to do, except perhaps, lounge in the shade with a cool drink and a good book. Ever since I quit work I have been determined to get … Continue reading →

As my readership knows quite well, I consistently wrestle with perfection – which means that I have a pride issue. I have written about the different ways pride pops up its nasty head in my life, but writing about pride … Continue reading →

Never before have I been more aware of the war on boys that is being waged by our western, feminist society. I am sure that my previous sentence has already garnered many protests, but I hold firmly to my stated … Continue reading →

My journey through the Old Testament continues, as does my discovery of truth gems in these Ancient Words. Critics and Christians alike often seek to undermine the relevancy and validity of the Old Testament; I, myself, have often read it … Continue reading →

I lead a young ladies’ Friday night Bible study in my home, and we are journeying through Proverbs together. We started our study with Proverbs 31 and gleaned so many amazing and applicable truths from that chapter. Now we are … Continue reading →

It’s not been an easy day for me. I hardly slept last night because of physical trials coming from being in the third trimester of pregnancy. This has left me exhausted and emotional today. I don’t think I would mind … Continue reading →

As we prepare for the debut of our little son into this big, big world, my husband and I often discuss what we believe he needs to learn in order to be a blessing to those around him. Of course … Continue reading →

I don’t know about you, but I have grown accustomed to hearing the cultures of primitive peoples lauded as untainted and the closest thing to perfection. These tribes, kingdoms, and people groups, relatively unexposed to western customs, seem to have … Continue reading →