We can learn to see the limitations and needs around us not in terms of doors closing on our plans but rather doors opening to God’s greater plan.

When we can’t see the way forward, God’s record of deliverance for his people gives us a pattern to trace and to trust.

The many interruptions and unmet expectations of motherhood are an opportunity to slow down and learn to walk at God’s pace—in the good works which he has prepared for us.

We can grow in our Bible literacy one day at a time—not out of guilt or legalism but because Scripture is God’s gracious gift to us.

As God grows us into his likeness, so too our kids can grow in following our example—even when it’s not perfect.

While motherhood often brings unexpected challenges, God can accomplish unexpected good and glory in our lives through them.

The gospel frees us to chase after godliness and growth each new year without tying our identity or worth to our own performance.

As we make decisions in motherhood, we can move away from impulsive reactions to our own growing up experiences and towards reasoned, Christ-dependent responses.

In the daily tending, weeding, and pruning of motherhood, we can point to the faithful Gardener who keeps and cultivates us too—from Eden into eternity.

In the midst of motherhood’s incessant demands, Christ offers us a peace greater than any quiet moment or hot cup of coffee.

Remembering our identity in Christ and his care for us anchors us when we feel like we’re juggling many competing responsibilities in life.

As we enter into other moms’ lives with words of hope and support, we can point them to the better encouragement of Christ Jesus.