Spirit Lifting: Dare
By Ashley Kappel1 min read
This devotion reminds us that facing up to our fears often brings rich rewards.
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A Mother Learns a Lesson in Letting Go
By Sabra Ciancanelli2 min read
The detour she took led her down an eye-opening road.
Caregiving: A Burden of Love
By Edward Grinnan4 min read
Recalling a mother’s devotion for her son, while exploring the connection between Alzheimer’s and Down syndrome.
A Life Lesson Learned from Her Son
By Janet Paige Smith3 min read
She was focused on her son’s college graduation ceremony; he was focused on beginning life as an adult and protecting those he loved.
She Realized That God Was Working Wonders in Her Son’s Heart
By Mayra Fernandez7 min read
A devout Catholic, she worried when her adult son declared himself an atheist. But then he attended a family quinceañera.
Operation Tadpole: A Valuable Parenting Lesson Learned
By Diane Stark6 min read
Her son didn’t have the greatest track record with following through. Would this be any different?
How Jesus Helped Her Son in a Christmas Play
By Linda Breeden5 min read
Her four-year-old son was the innkeeper in the church’s annual Christmas pageant. Could he remember his line?
This Rescue Chicken Changed Her Son’s Life
By Stephanie Burgess2 min read
She stepped in to help the lonely chicken but never expected what came next.
Her Autistic Son’s Magical Trip on the Polar Express
By Angie Swartout5 min read
The classic story had comforted her 18-year-old son his entire life. Finally getting to experience the train ride in person was a dream come true.
How Her Son’s Bible Comforted Her After His Death
By Julia Wilson4 min read
She worried that her late child, a former Marine, wasn’t at peace. Then she received a reassuring message from above.
Caring for Her Son with Disabilities Led to a New Career
By Carol Glazer7 min read
The president of the National Organization on Disability helped her child overcome a lifetime of challenges.
How to Pray for Your Aging Parents
By Pablo Diaz3 min read
After a lifetime of receiving prayers, one son is committed to offering them daily for his elderly mom and dad.
