Welcoming Home the Honor Flight
By Edie Melson3 min read
I pray that future generations recognize the sacrifices military men and women serving now have made…
Perfect Parenting
By Edie Melson2 min read
I chose to view the past while standing beside God. I prayed before I began and asked him to share his perspective on my journey as a parent…
Go Deep to Grow Strong
By Edie Melson3 min read
As I’ve lived with a son at war, I’ve learned to spend time in God’s Word, diving in and going deep.
Prayers for My Soldier
By Edie Melson2 min read
My fears kept me from feeling God’s comforting presence. I wanted prayers that could give me that comfort. So I wrote my own.
The Sword of the Spirit
By Edie Melson2 min read
Even though Jimmy flirted with disaster, I knew he never hesitated to live out his faith…
Reach Out to the Family of a Deployed Soldier
By Edie Melson3 min read
The community supporting military families needs to make sure those left at home have the help they need. Here are some specific ideas.
Everything Breaks While Your Soldier Is Away
By Edie Melson2 min read
You may find yourself so buried by chores that you don’t know where to start asking for help. Here are some tips.
God Provides No Matter What
By Edie Melson2 min read
This gift at this time in our lives served as a reminder that God provides what we need when we need it.
You Might Love a Soldier If…
By Edie Melson2 min read
I thought I’d share this (tongue-in-cheek) list sure to be familiar to those who have had a loved one in the military.
Camps for Military Kids and Families
By Edie Melson3 min read
Military kids grow up knowing what it means to serve an idea greater than self. But it’s not always easy for them…
3 Things Not to Say to a Family Facing Deployment
By Edie Melson2 min read
Military families are a forgiving group. But to help you avoid some possible pitfalls, here are a few things to avoid.
Keep My Soldier Safe
By Edie Melson2 min read
I was faced with the certainty that I was no longer in charge of keeping him safe…
