By intentionally learning about, supporting, and honoring missionaries, we can help our kids have a big-picture understanding of God’s faithfulness to build his kingdom around the world.

When obeying and trusting God leads us to make unpopular decisions or forsake worldly goods, we can trust that he is still accomplishing his best for our children.

The lives of faithful mothers who have gone before us, like Amanda Berry Smith, can inspire and instruct us as we seek to serve God right where we are.

A few Latin slogans from the Reformation can instruct and inspire us still today to become moms who treasure God’s Word and practically live out the gospel.

Jesus alone is the true hero of history, but he still saves and uses flawed men and women to accomplish his purposes.

Pioneers of faith can be an encouragement to both moms and kids about what it means to live a life of service to God.

Rather than comparing ourselves to Christian mothers who have come before us, we can reflect on how their lives point us to Jesus.

October 31st is marked by falling leaves, buckets of candy, and adorably dressed children parading down neighborhood streets as animals, a favorite character, or, as I was for many years, a pumpkin. The anticipation of the 31st begins as early as stores release costumes and candy corn in the late summer months. But the 31st actually marks two holidays, and one – though lesser known – is extremely significant and exciting for all Christians. The final day of October is known as Reformation Day, where a surprisingly monumental decision was made in a little town in Germany in 1517 that would impact generations. And this year is the 500th anniversary.

Maybe you’ve never heard of Reformation Day or maybe you’re wondering how this relates to motherhood in 2017. Here’s really brief history lesson:

In these little years, it can be easy to convince ourselves it's not practical to serve outside my home. But a vital part of raising our children to know and love the Lord is showing them that loving God means loving others.

Susanna Welsey had 11 children and still found time to pray.