Heather: Organizing By Grace

Taxes

Well this Tuesday I am tackling my taxes. Yeah I know talk about last minute, right? I have actually been working on my taxes for the past week, and it really has been a big reminder that being organized... 

Organizing the Hallway Closet

Well hello! So this is my very first post here on Women by Grace - can I just say I love this website?! What a great place for all women to go and find encouragement to be all that God created them to... 

Mary: Overcoming By Grace

Overcoming Unforgiveness

Last week our Pastor gave a really good sermon on unforgiveness and what it does to the person holding onto it, and there was some very interesting points I thought would be great to share here. I didn’t... 

Overcoming Lack of Self Confidence

Self Confidence is probably one of the biggest struggles we as women have. Many women suffer from approval addiction, have a poor self image or simply don’t value themselves as a woman. Perhaps there... 

Ann: Parenting By Grace

I Told You So

We have a rule in our house - do not leave a bedroom without shoes on!  No, we have nothing against going barefoot, but our house is not conducive to barefoot walking.  Once upon a time, I’m sure... 

It’s such fun!

Sometimes I think parenting is one of the best sources for laughter.  Think about it - our kids can just do the funniest things! My almost three year old son provides the perfect example.  Steven is... 

God’s Word and Parenting

When it comes to parenting, there are a plethora of verses that I can rely on to help me learn and grow as a mother.  But the other day the Lord revealed to me that maybe I was being a little selfish... 

Guest Bloggers: Everyday By Grace

A Fly On the Wall

To be a fly on the wall in heaven, oh what I wouldn’t give.  Lately, we’ve had a ton of flys around my house.  Gosh! Those darn things are annoying, but imagine all those precious moments... 

Three Essentials for Those in Ministry

If you are a person in ministry, you have certainly felt a call to it. You knew God was tugging at your heart, pulling you in that direction; but what you may not have considered is the commitment that... 

Pesty Problems

Around the back door in our home, small pests have started to intrude. At first, it began slowly, with just one or two ants here and there and maybe a random beetle. But, over time, it has worsened and... 

Kelly: Breaking Chains By Grace

It Isn’t About Losing Weight

A thought came to me today and I looked forward to my sixth day of being ’sober’. I stepped on the scale and saw a three pound weight gain.  It was no unexpected.  I knew the ten pounds I... 

The Fast is Over and the Battle Begins

I finished off my fast with some fruit late last night and this morning I settled back into Weight Watchers.  Funny how rich and delicious everything tastes after a few days without anything. (A contrast... 

Water Fasting: Day Four

Today has been easier.  No headache.  No cramping.  I have a little more energy but did not feel like I could work for long without my mind wandering so I took the day off. I’m going to end the... 

LaTara: Authentic By Grace

The Motive Behind Your Giving

Everyone knows someone who is generous to a fault. The type of person who will give even when it means that they do not have much left for themselves. For many, the act is genuine kindness; for others... 

Are You Embracing Your Change

Every now and then life throws you a curve ball. You have a choice to hit a home run or foul out. Hitting the home run is not always an easy feat. The ball may come too fast you don’t see it or it... 

What Do You Dwell On?

When you are dwelling in the negative you cannot win. Nothing you do will work out right because that is the way you have trained your mind to think. Negativity clouds godly wisdom and the sound mind he... 

Sandra: American By Grace

What do you expect?

What do you expect your government to do for you? I have never expected them to see to it that I have a job…or health care benefits…or to loan me money when I need it. I’ll admit there... 

My Economic Plan for America

Recently President Obama presented his “Economic Plan for America.” His plan basically declares burdening America with heavy financial debt for years to come. While this is troubling for many... 

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