Daily Encouragement

for Homeschooling Mothers with Charlene Notgrass

“Howdy Do”

I have told you many times about our friend Miss Katherine. She's 95. Yesterday Ray and I saw Miss Katherine at the funeral home. As we made our way to give our respects to a grieving family, she caught our eyes and waved at us from her pew midway back in the large room. There she was, sitting in ... View Post

Loyal Volunteers

Our two-year-old grandson loves fire engines. He had a dream come true last week. His mama celebrated the last day of homeschool with a field trip to the fire department. I was thrilled when I got an invitation to come along. When I told Ray that I planned to go, he had a good question. Which ... View Post

The Saturday Night Door Bell

I heard a wonderful story last night about a man who grew up to do exactly what he wanted to do when he was a little boy. He became a fireman. Once, when he was in high school, a teacher had ridiculed his dream. The teacher thought he should go to college and do something more "important." I hope ... View Post

Mary’s Unique Role — and Yours

I told my little Sunday School class on Sunday morning that it's not Christmas until we've sung "Once in Royal David's City" in our class. I'm also happiest when I've shared its words with you, too. As you read its powerful message, I encourage you to think about Mary's unique role in the earthly ... View Post

Waiting

How do your children feel about today being Christmas Eve? Are they eager for tomorrow morning to come? Are they waiting patiently or eagerly or in a bouncing-off-the-wall kind of way? Waiting can be a challenge for all of us. Wait for the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage; ... View Post