Mother’s Day is a time of celebration for many. But for a number of women, Mother’s Day is one of the most challenging days of the year because of the deep ache in their hearts. Church services and aisles of cards and flowers bring fresh grief over children they’ve never held, who’ve wandered and rebelled, […]
Ten Reasons Why Families Who Say Grace Are Happier {giveaway}
It was my delight to endorse this beauty of a book – A Spoonful of Grace: Mealtime Blessings in Bite-Sized Pieces by Annette Hubbell. Two minutes is all you need to read these short little mealtime prayers with those who gather around your table. Hubbell included 366 prayers with a series of Sunday Graces […]
Worship A to Z: A Playlist
Several months ago I began playing worship music in the morning while getting dressed, helping the kids with breakfast, and before starting my Bible reading. I’ve found starting the morning with worship music sets the tone for the entire day and helps me focus on Jesus before starting the day. So, when my friend Joy […]
7 Secrets to Life-Long Passion in Marriage {Mediterranean Love Plan}
I was excited to read The Mediterranean Love Plan: 7 Secrets to Life-Long Passion in Marriage, by Steve and Misty Arterburn – and honestly a bit skeptical too. I know marriage can’t be boiled down to just 7 secrets. It also doesn’t depend on grand adventures and mystery. A lot of marriage is routine, day […]
Pray A to Z Stories: Bankruptcy
We’re continuing the Pray A to Z Stories focusing on various topics from my newly released book Pray A to Z: A Practical Guide to Pray for Your Community. I’d love to share your story related to one of the topics in the book. Send me an e-mail at amelia @ ameliarhodes . com. Bankruptcy was […]
6 Family Prayer Activities {Free PDF Guide}
Meaningful family prayer times–beyond a bedtime or mealtime routine–is it possible during these busy seasons of raising kids? Whether or not you observe Lent, this is a prime season for directing our focus to the sacrifice Christ made for us. This can also be a perfect time to begin or deepen a time of family […]