This post contains affiliate links I received the products mentioned compliments of Influenster for testing purposes. When I learned that I would be receiving the Influenster Autumn Essentials Vox Box, I was very grateful. I saw that the box included a bottle of witch hazel, which I use daily as part of my skincare routine,…
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Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat Book Review
This post contains affiliate links Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat is a gospel-centered tale for children. The story derives its title from the first question of the Heidelberg Catechism which asks, “What is your only comfort in life and death?” Sophie, the titular character, is a girl children can likely relate to. When we meet her,…
Habakkuk: Remembering God’s Faithfulness When He Seems Silent Book Review
This post contains affiliate links Habakkuk: Remembering God’s Faithfulness When He Seems Silent is the latest book by Dannah Gresh. This Bible study is one of the newer ones in the line up that Moody Publishers produces for women. The format for Habakkuk is a bit different in that the work for each day is…
Writing for Life and Ministry Book Review
This post contains affiliate links Writing for Life and Ministry by Brandon J. O’Brien is a brief yet incredibly helpful book. This resource was created to help those in ministry who may not have a background in writing. It includes practical tips as well as exercises for growing as a writer. The writing process is…
A Call to Befriend Faithfulness
“Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.” Psalm 37:3 Whether you are a new or seasoned reader of this blog, it should come as no surprise that I love books. Theologically rich books have been especially helpful in pointing me to Jesus and helping me see Him as…
Hume Lake Trip 2020
Although the phrase “The happiest place on earth” is generally used to reference Disneyland, I prefer to use it in reference to Hume Lake Christian Camps. Hume Lake is a place that is dear to my heart as it is where my family spent a majority of our vacations during my childhood and even early…
Christ in the Chaos Book Review
This post contains affiliate links Christ in the Chaos is the first book by author Kimm Crandall and it has been one of the most formative books in my motherhood journey. Kimm helps mothers understand how the gospel changes the way we respond to the chaos of raising little ones. Over and over again, Kimm…
We Believe: An Alphabet Primer Book Review
This post contains affiliate links We Believe: An Alphabet Primer is the latest installment in the Baby Believer series by Catechesis Books. We Believe walks little ones through the entire alphabet. As they learn each letter, they will learn an aspect of Christianity that begins with the same letter. Each page also includes a bit…
Waving the White Flag in the Mommy Wars
If you’re a mom, you are likely not unfamiliar with the pressure and anxiety that often accompany each decision you face when it comes to the care of your child(ren). The cultural notion of the Mommy Wars only exacerbates the pressure. In addition to trying to decide what is best for one’s family, women can…
Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know Book Review
This post contains affiliate links Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know is the first children’s book by author, Bible teacher, and mother, Melissa Kruger. As her children were growing older, Melissa wondered if she had taught them the most important thing that they would need to know in life – ultimately, that there…