Like many young moms, I entered motherhood with the desire to do everything “right." I wanted to raise my children to love the Lord and grow into emotionally healthy adults. I claimed Proverbs 22:6 and Deuteronomy 6:7 as verses to live by, committing to raise my children with faith at the center of our lives. Godly parenting is a huge job, and it is more than just a good idea or lofty goal. Godly parenting is a calling, a divine command. Godly parenting is also a guiding principle set forth...

Christmas is a time of celebration and fun! But, as women, if we are being honest, it can be a stressful time of year. Between the cooking, the gifts, the coordination of events, and decorating, our days can feel overwhelming. This year, we have been challenged to say “yes” to God. Often, saying “yes” to one more thing – especially at a busy time like Christmas – can seem like God is asking us to add more to our already-full plates. When the angel approached young Mary to tell her that she...