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Standing in the Gap by Putting God First

“If we put God first, allowing Him to impact our lives, His Word to be our Guide, and His Spirit to abide in us, then we’re going to sow that into our children’s lives and reap what we sow.” We …

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Experiencing God’s Comfort & Hope in Miscarriage

For as long as I can remember, whether through babysitting, volunteering for Sunday school, or working at a preschool, I have always enjoyed spending time with children. Over the years, the joy of being around children deepened my own desire …

What is the purpose of a prayer group

6 Surprising Benefits of Praying in a Group

“Missy!”  Our Moms in Prayer group gathered for a long hug. We hadn’t seen this friend in months. We missed her so much! I left that meeting cherishing my relationship with the women in my prayer group and discovered surprising …

Teach your child the word of God, Resurrection Sunday

God’s Promises for Moms & Kids at Easter

I have a 9-year-old son and a 13-year-old daughter with very different needs, but the need for my love and God’s love is all the same. As we celebrate Easter, no matter how old your kids are, give them every …

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Standing in the Gap Willingly

“Elisha’s prayers should make us brave to ask big things that line up with God’s will.” We are continuing our podcast series Standing in the Gap focusing on some of the amazing intercessors in the Bible. Today Stacy speaks with …

A Mother's Prayers for Her Son

I Want My Child Walking in the Truth

As a mom of two adult sons, I have had all sorts of issues to pray about. My children are not perfect and I am not the perfect mom. There are ups and downs, doubting, and the devil certainly likes …

Prayers for high school students

High School Students’ Lives Changed by Prayer

How can we even begin to fathom the power behind prayer? I’m a mom of three school-age children. I’ve been praying with a Moms in Prayer (MIP) group for more than a decade in San Diego, CA. This past year, as the …

A mother's prayers are powerful

The Mighty Influence of a Praying Mom

In 2013,  I began to travel more often and noticed the ‘helpless and hopeless’ state our young people were in. I would pass by a night spot and my heart would ache. I felt such a burden for these young …

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Cleaning Up Your Expectations for Christmas

Finding Jesus in What You Already Do It was our first Christmas in Pennsylvania. That year, we had transitioned to a new ministry position from Alabama, and expectations of our first northern Christmas were set high. Surely snowflakes would adorn …