Woven into the themes of our favorite Christmas movies, we find threads of a better gospel story: a true Love who comes to bring us salvation and a forever happily-ever-after.

When we fear our own failure as moms, we can remember that those in Christ never ultimately fail—because his perfect performance has been credited to our account.

By intentionally learning about, supporting, and honoring missionaries, we can help our kids have a big-picture understanding of God’s faithfulness to build his kingdom around the world.

When we or our kids are wrestling with back-to-school worries, we can remember our unchanging God—who was, and is, and always will be . . . faithful.

When we’re weighed down by responsibilities and pressures, we look to the Savior who sustains us today—and to the hope of his victory over all that overwhelms us.

No matter what we open around the tree this Christmas, the gospel empowers us to receive with love, forgiveness, and gratitude.

Hannah’s honest, desperate prayer in 1 Samuel models how we can turn to the God of peace in the midst of our own overwhelm.

Navigating the world of media is challenging, but with intention and honesty we can approach it in a way that pleases the Lord.

When we take a break from cultural expectations, we can approach Advent with an attitude of playfulness and rest, delighting in the Lord and his good gifts.

Though our days may already be filled with serving our own families, when a friend is in crisis, we have a beautiful opportunity to serve her and help her experience the love of Christ.

Though much of our daily life may be marked by change and challenges, our ultimate hope and purpose in motherhood remains the same—even in a pandemic. We can live faithfully in this season as we depend on the Lord and point our children to him.

We often desire to be seen and noticed, but when we’re hidden from others we may find the blessing of seeing the Lord more clearly.