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He didn’t think I’d notice... I had my earbuds in scribbling something down, trying to prepare for a podcast interview as the kids played on the floor. He volunteered to cook dinner so I could focus on my task. The kids were loud and my music was playing to muffle out the noise. He didn’t think I’d notice but I did. I looked up to find him standing at the stove praying out loud. Praying for me! Speaking into my dreams and my purpose. He didn’t know I could hear him. He never looked my direction but I couldn’t keep my eyes off of him. In that moment my once anxious heart felt peace and gratitude. He wakes up before the sun and lays his head to rest at night without a single complaint. He works with his hands and comes home to play at the park. He dreams bigger than I dare to dream. He hopes for the best and always trusts God with the worst. This man is a praying man. He is a Godly man. He’s a hard working yet surprisingly tender hearted man. He isn’t a perfect man but he’s MY MAN and I thank God every day for him. Y’all. Marriage can be hard. Heck, life is hard but you know what changes everything?! Prayer. Bring everything to God. The good and the gritty. Walk through the hard things together. Spiritual intimacy makes us stronger. As we draw near to God He draws us near to Him and each other.

I’m a strong woman because my strength isn’t my own. Doubt says, Who are you to tell the truth, look at all your failures and mistakes. Who would listen to you anyways? You’re unqualified. If they really knew you there’s no way they’d believe you. Truth says, you’re called and equipped. Boast in your weakness so that I may be found strong. The example I set for my children is the standard they’ll likely follow into adulthood. What I project about myself is important. I once read that a Mother who speaks positively about themselves in front of her children vaccinates them against low self esteem. I don’t know how true that is but I do know from experience that what you hear and see growing up shapes your world view! My dearest girls, it is my sincere hope that you will know your beauty without the need of a mirror or a compliment. I pray you’ll know your value and your worth isn’t measured by your waistline. You are perfectly and wonderfully made by a God who doesn’t make mistakes. Your true identity is hidden in Christ. Don’t focus on being pretty, for beauty fades. Focus instead on being pretty kind, pretty smart, pretty strong and pretty brave! All things are possible. (Philippians 4:13) #speerandarrows #internationalwomensday #christianblogger #honestmotherhood #goandtellgals #propelwomen #faithblogger #proverbs31 #christianwriter #shespeakstruth #womenoftheword #strongwomen #risenmotherhood #motherhoodissanctifying #coldcoffeeandjesus

Sometimes I’m an energized, playful and patient Mom. The mom who lets her toddlers “ help “ cook dinner. The type of Mom who makes up songs about going potty and reads the same book over and over without complaining. Other days I’m the cranky, still in her pajamas and barely making it Mom. The mom who raises her voice and repeatedly asks her children to not yell at each other. The do as I say, not as I do Mom. Living for nap time and surviving one cup of coffee at a time. In all honesty I’m both of these women at any given moment of every day. My mood may change daily but one thing remains the same, my deep need for God’s grace. Friend, do you ever feel like you’re just not nailing this whole #momlife thing?! Can I tell you a secret? Me too. Guilty as charged! Mom guilt creeps in and whispers you’re not enough. It criticizes everything about your parenting skills or lack thereof. It pokes and prods at your insecurities and it steals your joy. It tells you everyone else has it all figured out, so what’s your deal? These are all lies from the enemy! We’re all a hot mess, so don’t compare yourself to others. You’ll always fall short. It’s a good thing that God judges us by a standard of grace, not perfection. Sister, that feeling of shame and inadequacy didn’t come from God! Listening to the accuser gets me nowhere but into a pit of despair.I don’t know about you but I’ve had enough of that nagging voice! But how do we mute the endless accusations? The never ending comparison, the unobtainable expectations and harsh criticism? You learn to silence that mom guilt by drowning it out with TRUTH. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5, NIV Combat the lies with the word because ultimately that’s all Mom guilt is, lies we let ourselves believe. You can go ahead and tell that guilt and shame to go to hell because that’s exactly where it came from!

Spiritual warfare. It’s a real thing y’all. There is a battle raging against your relationship. Here is a helpful way to fight for the ones you love from my latest blog post: Bless & Confess Bless: Ask God to bless your spouse and bring unity to your marriage. Pray for him to find favor in the eyes of his superiors and peers. Ask the Lord to bless the labor of his hands and grant him rest. Your spouse is not your enemy even though I'm sure it might feel that way sometimes! Remember we do not fight against flesh and blood, our battle is spiritual. The devil is waging war against your marriage. Don't allow him to create a rift in your relationship. It's difficult to remain angry at someone you're actively praying for. But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you. - Matthew 5:44, NKJV Confess: Here comes my least favorite part of an argument. Ugh. Admitting I'm wrong... Yes ladies, it happens more often than I care to admit! I'm guilty of jumping to conclusions, lashing out and clanging the dishes in the sink louder then necessary to express my discontent. Yup, I'm a sinner in need of forgiveness. I play a major role in our disagreements! I'm not the perfect wife and I don't have a perfect marriage. However, love covers a multitude of sins. Restoration is made possible through repentance and forgiveness. Therefore confess your sin to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. - James 5:16, NIV Let us fight for the ones we love instead of fighting with them. This battle is won on our knees!  Read the full blog post: How to Fight With Your Spouse! LINK IN BIO ♥️ #speerandarrows #okcblogger #okcmoms #christianblogger #faithblogger #worthfightingfor #marriagematters #womeninministry #womenwholead #sheisbold #risenmotherhood #goandtellgals #honestmotherhood #loveandmarriage #daughterofdelight #proverbs31 #risenmotherhood #sheisbold #shespeakstruth #coldcoffeeandjesus

HOW TO FIGHT WITH YOUR SPOUSE... Wait what?! Yup, you read that right! I know, it’s not you’re average Valentines Day message but trust me you want to read this blog post! We all have broken relationships in our lives, friendships, significant others and family... I certainly don't have it all figured out! My life isn't exempt from heartache because I'm a Christian. Dare I say it ensures it but I'll never have to endure it alone.  Let us fight for the ones we love instead of fighting with them. This battle is won on our knees!  READ the full blog post! LINK IN BIO 📷 @kaylabrint #speerandarrows #okcblogger #okcmoms #christianblogger #faithblogger #worthfightingfor #marriagematters #womeninministry #womenwholead #sheisbold #risenmotherhood #goandtellgals #honestmotherhood #loveandmarriage

When you open your home, you open your heart. Jesus sat with the scandalous, the rejected and the religious. Hospitality isn’t reserved solely for our close friends and family... As a mother of three tiny humans, our home is rarely spotless. Let’s be real, toddlers have accidents and laundry piles up. Our budget is tight, but I’m a firm believer that if you have enough to spare you have enough to share. Thankfully, hospitality isn’t about having a neat and tidy home or fancy meals. It’s far more important to have a decluttered heart and a willingness to meet a need. It’s about connection, not perfection. Thank you @thekindred.social for allowing me to be a Kindred Storyteller! READ the full story! LINK IN MY BIO What does hospitality look like to you?! Have you experienced genuine hospitality in the past? Did it impact your life? If so, contact that person and let them know you appreciate them.

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