Today is the account of a satanist who received salvation. Yes, you read that right! Rejoice as the angels in heaven are also rejoicing for this young man! Now, let’s look at how it happened—how did a satanist find salvation?   (Note: My husband is a prison chaplain at a 3000 man maximum security … Continue reading »

I first saw a cake like this at a friend’s wedding several years ago. Of all the cakes I have made, this one had eluded my party themes. Until this year at my daughter’s 5th birthday. : ) The cake was a hit and tasted great, too! Supplies Tall cake with a hole in the … Continue reading »

I saw the headline of a post just now, and it asked the question, “Who Inspires You?” Immediately, two words came to mind: my husband. There was no runner-up. No one even comes close. This man who has stood with me, who let me lean on him, who has leaned on me, and who has … Continue reading »

In East Texas, people still look down on interracial relationships. But it’s accepted a lot more these days. Twenty years ago, the public school I attended had to be shut down over racial tension. Too many white girls dating black boys. One was too many. This small seemingly-Christian community peeled back its layers to show … Continue reading »

**Note:  I know that there are several families that make less than we do.  I’m not trying to represent myself as destitute.  However, a majority of people close to me are “successful” by the world’s standards, and then there’s us : )  They honestly don’t know how we get by.  Also, when I stopped working … Continue reading »

To discipline a child produces wisdom, but a mother is disgraced by an undisciplined child.  —  Proverbs 29:15 (NLT, I normally use KJV but I liked the wording here.) Go to www.etsy.com/shop/barnowlprimitives for your own family rules sign! Guidelines are important. Especially with children. They need to have a clear understanding of “This is acceptable.” … Continue reading »