Tribute to Mothers
May 12, 2013
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Mothers deserve praise! What makes mothers so special? What would you say about mothers? According to our Mother’s Day poetry contest winners, mothers are truly gifts from God. Thanks to all of you who entered! As I promised, here are the three winners of our poetry contest and their tributes to mothers. Read more
10 SIMPLE STRESS BUSTERS FOR WOMEN
May 6, 2013
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Women and Stress
Is your life blessed or stressed?
Whether working inside or outside the home, today’s moms, grandmoms, and women of all ages deal with stress. Here are ten simple stress busters women can practice daily: Read more
Where Would We Be Without Mothers? (Book Giveaway and Poetry Contest)
April 29, 2013
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In Honor of Mother’s Day
Instead of a devotion today, in honor of Mother’s Day, we’re having a poetry contest. I’d love to feature one of your own poems about mothers. Send me a poem you’ve written about mothers, rhymed or prose, no longer than 100 words. It must be original, and make sure that you own all rights to your poem, even if it was previously published.
How Do I Enter? Read more
What Does God’s Love and Grace Look Like Today?
September 25, 2012
If a picture is worth a thousand words, a video is worth even more. During his message as a guest speaker for our church Sunday, Max Lacado showed this you-tube video to illustrate the depth of God’s love and grace for us. I just wanted to pass it on. Whether you’ve seen it or not, it’s worth reviewing often. What a powerful picture of not only a mom laying down her life for her kids, but of a Savior who gave His all for us! Read more
A Mother’s Day Tribute: How Can I Thank You, Mom?
May 7, 2012
Years ago, I wrote this poem for my mom on Mother’s Day. I’m sharing it with you today as a tribute to my late mom and to mothers everywhere. By now, you can tell that I enjoy Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poetry? 
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Encouragement For Moms: A Bird’s Eye View of Motherhood
April 16, 2012
The Pictures Tell the Story
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- Mother Robin in Nest
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- Mother Robin Protecting Her Babies
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- Baby Robins Crying, “Feed Me!”
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- Baby Robins Are Growing
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- Mama Robin Bringing Dinner to Her Babies
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- Baby Robin Stepping Out of the Nest for Its First Flight
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- Temporary Grounding of Robin’s First Flight in Rebecca’s Yard
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- Baby Robin: Still Trying Out Its Wings
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- Baby Robin, Huddled in Back Yard Hammock
Most of us heard about Hilary Rosen’s recent comments when she said Mitt Romney’s wife ”has actually never worked a day in her life.” A firestorm erupted with those words, and stay-at-home moms perked up to disagree. I’m re-posting this blog from two years ago, because to me it’s a beautiful illustration that a woman’s work is never done.
While this is only a bird‘s eye view of motherhood, I hope this encouragement for mothers will remind every mom, whether a stay-at home or otherwise, how valuable her “work” truly is. If you are a mom, we applaud you and celebrate you today–and everyday! God does, too!
A Bird’s Eye View of Motherhood
Every year a robin, cardinal, or blue-jay builds its nest somewhere in our back yard. But this is the first time I’ve ever watched its “family” grow. This is the first time a bird has ever nested on top of one of our gutters, protected under the eaves of the house. And this is the first time I ever witnessed a baby robin–or any “baby” bird take its first flight, and see the nest empty before my eyes. Read more
When Mom Becomes a Grandmother
September 6, 2011
photo by Rebecca Barlow Jordan
This year, National Grandparents Day shares the same day as another familiar date: the bombing of the World Trade Centers – 9/11 – on September 11. Since 1978, Grandparents Day has been observed on the first Sunday after Labor Day.
In honor of Grandparents Day, particularly grandmothers today, I am reposting this true, shorter blog, only in its entirety. Whether you’re a mom or a grandmother, I hope you’ll enjoy it. Be sure to read to the end for a special way to honor a mom or a grandmother. Read more
A Mother’s Hands
May 6, 2011
photo by RBJ
A Mother’s Hands…
reach out to bless her children and
reach up to praise the Lord.
They’re always loving, often praying, and
ever giving more than she keeps for herself. Read more
Extravagant Love
May 2, 2011
Heart of Forgiveness
(Some of you might be interested to know this story took place years ago at Possum Kingdom Lake–an area in Texas that was recently burned extensively. I felt that this was such a powerful story and truth that I am reposting this blog again in honor of Mother’s Day. I will return to my general blog schedule next week after Mother’s Day.)
Extravagant Love
By Rebecca Barlow Jordan
“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 TNIV
Much of my husband’s childhood years he spent on a lake in West Texas where his parents and grandparents owned a fishing camp. Like all boys, Larry loved to play “buried treasure.” The sand around the camp offered multiple opportunities for realistic pirating adventures.
But one fateful day, Larry learned a powerful lesson he never forgot. Here’s his story: Read more
Preparing Your Kids for Life: Encouragement for Women, Moms, and Grandmoms
April 6, 2011
photo by RBJ
At one time or another, we moms may think we’re not doing “enough” to prepare our kids for life. Deep down we feel inadequate. We may not feel skilled or talented or creative. Sometimes we even start comparing ourselves to others as parents, which totally makes us feel worse.
Every mom, young or old, is concerned about making wise decisions. Are we giving our children the right training? We fear for our kids. Are they being bullied? Are they safe enough? We all want our kids to “turn out right.”
If you are a mom or grandmom, here are four things to remember that might encourage you as you prepare your kids for life: Read more
You are so important to me! As an inspirational author and day-voted follower of Jesus, I love to paint encouragement on the hearts of others just like you.
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