Hi friends – Yes, it is a cliché, but when it rains it pours! As y’all know, my dad had a stroke almost two weeks ago, and I’ve spent most of that time in and out of hospitals helping my mom. My team was amazing: they stepped in and took everything off my plate so I could concentrate on what was more important. Whew! But was that the end of it? Oh, no! My staff director’s father ALSO suddenly had... Read more
We are SO EXCITED that the launch date for Find Rest: A Women’s Devotional for Lasting Peace in a Busy Life is finally here! It’s been a stressful couple of weeks (see previous blog post about Shaunti’s dad in the hospital), but through it all, we have seen God’s faithfulness. We know His goodness passes all understanding. And we are confident He uses every circumstance for His glory. Thank you to everyone who pre-ordered the book! In fact, we had... Read more
As parents, we’ve all probably experienced the classic toddler temper tantrum—complete with them collapsing on the floor (usually a dirty one and most likely in a public place) while kicking and screaming the ever-enjoyable statement: you’re not the boss of me! Fast forward to the teen years. Thank goodness we’re not peeling our young adult children off the mall bathroom floor but the idea that we are still the “boss” can be an issue. Instead of a temper tantrum, we... Read more
Well, this wasn’t where I was expecting to be today. I have had the craziest last month: fighting an intense sinus infection and bronchitis and traveling and speaking throughout – to awesome churches in Pennsylvania, Texas, Oregon, and Florida; a corporation in Baltimore; a school in Virginia. (That looks like too small of a list! I’m sure I’m forgetting someone!) I had a great time despite the coughing and wheezing, but boy was I looking forward to my upcoming three... Read more
“Come on, Ref, are you kidding me? That was a foul!” The latest in an ongoing barrage of insults by a parent in the stands had the coach looking furious on the sidelines. He knew that the impact of this dad’s rude behavior toward the referees went far beyond a few passionately expressed criticisms during intense moments of the game. The parent had modeled bad sportsmanship for all the players, had embarrassed his son, and had done nothing to improve... Read more
Our society is tired. Dog tired. And women, specifically, seem to be the most tired of all. That’s why we are tempted by the latest and greatest pill, potion, powder, or diet that will give us more energy. Am I right, ladies? Still, no matter what solution we try, the exhaustion and discontent still sink back in. Well, I have something exciting to share! I’ve been working on a very personal project unlike anything I’ve done before, and it’s about... Read more
My friend Michelle once told me about a Valentine’s Day a couple years ago when her husband’s less-than-romantic gift left her feeling a bit hurt. She was hoping for flowers and a date night out. You know what the gift was? A vacuum! While I am sure he meant well because they needed a vacuum, he ended up making her feel less like a woman and more like a maid. How about you? Been daydreaming about that romantic gesture that... Read more
The daddy/daughter dances. The skinned knees and kissed boo-boos. Watching recitals, cheering at games, drying tears after first break-ups. Dads, we know you love your daughter. And you know you love your daughter. But there’s something you might not know: just how much your daughter needs to hear it! In the research with teens and preteens for For Parents Only, I found that these several key phrases have a lot more impact on the heart of a girl than you might think.... Read more
We all want happy marriages. You want to love hanging out with your husband every day. But for that to happen, you need to completely change how you speak about him every day —not just to him but to others. Read more
The movie Lily’s husband had picked out for them to watch made her hoot with laughter—for all the wrong reasons. She jokingly critiqued the bad script, the bad acting, and the lame special effects throughout. “Well that was a real five-star selection!” she smirked as they cut off the ending credits. Nick shrugged sheepishly and said, “All right then, next week the choice is on you—and you’d better like it!” Humor can be a sign and expression of intimacy in... Read more
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