motherhood
Jessica Stephens
My daughter wanted to cry but didn’t. I wish ...

Customarily, my daughter would run to me screaming and crying with all of her very big 4-year-old emotions. But this time, she ran past me… towards another couch.

My daughter wanted to cry but didn’t. I wish she had.
personal
Jessica Stephens
Our Family's 2024: The First 5 Months in Review

So much has happened in a few short months. Let me tell you.

Our Family's 2024: The First 5 Months in Review
personal, inspirational
Jessica Stephens
That day I threw out sourdough that took 24+ ...

God may be receiving the utmost glory in the midst of you feeling like you’re failing at everything. The angels may be rejoicing, when you can’t grasp any of your intended accomplishments. Maybe the goal isn’t physical results, but a Galatians 5 Holy Spirit-bred fruit.

That day I threw out sourdough that took 24+ hours worth of prep work to make. Here's what I learned: Don't manufacture "glory."
personal
Jessica Stephens
"I couldn't have imagined a smoother labor and ...

Our Baby BOY has arrived!

"I couldn't have imagined a smoother labor and delivery": Positive HomeBirth Story. Baby #4
motherhood, personal
Jessica Stephens
Yes, I'm Pregnant. Child #4. Here's How I Found ...

“How many children did you say you wanted?” my beautician asked abruptly.

All eyes turned to my small demeanor.

I sat silent.

Yes, I'm Pregnant. Child #4. Here's How I Found Out.

gideon

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That day I threw out sourdough that took 24+ hours worth of prep work to make. Here's what I learned: Don't manufacture "glory."

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That day I threw out sourdough that took 24+ hours worth of prep work to make. Here's what I learned: Don't manufacture "glory."

God may be receiving the utmost glory in the midst of you feeling like you’re failing at everything. The angels may be rejoicing, when you can’t grasp any of your intended accomplishments. Maybe the goal isn’t physical results, but a Galatians 5 Holy Spirit-bred fruit.