All fathers want to provide for their children–it’s built into our DNA.
So we get a job and work hard with the hopes of making enough money to keep our family satisfied. We want our children to live comfortably and get what they need.
But all of a sudden, we find ourselves going into the office early and staying there late. We begin working weekends and taking calls from home. We begin missing out on important events, like our daughter’s soccer games and our son’s award ceremonies. We begin forfeiting memories for a little extra money.
Do you want to know a secret? Your kids won’t remember how nice their clothes were or how expensive your family car was or even how many toys you got them for their birthday. But what they will remember is how much time they spent with you. So dads: spend time with your kids today and every day! Put down the phone and pull your kids into your lap, making sure to tell them how much they are loved.
Posted on: November 30, 2016
Every day, we have new experiences. We meet new people, accomplish new goals, and experience new things. But unfortunately, we often don’t take notice of the small things that happen. We’re too busy looking for big moments that we miss the little moments of joy that God is scattering throughout our lives.
So how do we refocus and open our eyes to all the ways God is working in our lives?
In Romans 8:28 we’re told, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” In other words, it’s not just in the big, exciting things that God works. It’s also in the little day to day moments, too…
It’s when our daughter reaches up to hold our hand. It’s when our spouse sends a text to say they’re thinking of us. It’s when our son says he’s thankful for everything we do for him.
Because yes, God works in huge and miraculous ways. But He’s also a God who knows the number of hairs on your head and has your name engraved in the palm of His hand. What an amazing God we serve!
Posted on: November 16, 2016
It’s all too easy to complain. We have so many outlets where we can rant about our problems…places like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. In fact, if you scroll through your Facebook feed right now, you’ll probably notice that the majority of posts are complaints.
So today, we’re going to compare what happens when you complain vs. what happens when you show gratitude.
When you complain…
- When you complain, you only focus on what’s going wrong in life.
- When you complain, you allow your problems to control your feelings.
- When you complain, you’re unable to see the silver lining.
When you show gratitude…
- When you show gratitude, your heart and mind are free to focus on what’s going right in life.
- When you show gratitude, you’re able to let go of what you can’t control.
- When you show gratitude, your eyes are opened to see the silver lining.
So this week, we want to encourage you to be thankful and dwell on 1 Thessalonians 5:18 which says, “Give thanks in all circumstances…”
What are some other things that happen when you complain or show gratitude? Share your thoughts in a comment below.
Posted on: November 16, 2016
We tend to be selfish people. We tend to make decisions that benefit us. We tend to have our best interests at the forefront of our minds.
But what if we were selfless people? What if we made decisions that honored God above all else? What if we had God’s glory at the forefront of our minds?
In a world that constantly promotes the self, we wanted to take some time today to remind you that it’s all about God with Philippians 2:9-11 which says,
“For this reason also, God highly exalted Him, and bestowed on Him the name which is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and that every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Even though it’s easy in our world to focus on ourselves and our own pursuits and our own successes, remember that this isn’t how God intended it to be. We are meant to honor Him…and one day every knee will bow!
Posted on: November 09, 2016
Husbands: every day, you have the opportunity to encourage your spouse well. You have the opportunity to care for her well. You have the opportunity to love her well.
But sometimes, we’re not sure how to encourage and care for and love our wives well. So today we’re sharing 7 simple ideas for loving your spouse sacrificially!
- Make her coffee in the morning.
- Leave a note on her bathroom mirror.
- Fill up her car with gas.
- Send a text and tell her why you love her.
- Encourage the kids to thank her for all she does.
- Cook a romantic meal for the two of you.
- Pray that she’d experience God’s love and grace.
What are some other ways you can love your wife well? Share your ideas by commenting below!
Posted on: November 09, 2016
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