Posts with the tag “mom”
How to Guard your Heart
by Tracy Hicks on April 29th, 2026
Ever feel like you're drowning in a sea of voices? Between podcasts, social media feeds, news alerts, and advice from everyone around you, it's no wonder we struggle to hear what truly matters. The real question is: whose words are actually shaping what you think and feel? In this post, we explore an ancient wisdom principle that's more relevant than ever—the spring determines the stream. What flows into your heart through your ears, eyes, and daily habits will ultimately determine the direction of your entire life. Discover three practical areas to focus on and actionable steps you can take this week to guard your inner life and build the future you actually want. Read More
Delight/Discipline
by Tracy Hicks on April 21st, 2026
What if the key to better parenting isn't trying harder, but understanding how God parents you? Most of us swing between two extremes—either we're all affection with no authority, or all rules with no relationship. But God does both. He delights in us AND disciplines us. The Hebrew word for delight means to accept, approve, enjoy, and take pleasure in. That's how God sees you—not just tolerating you, but genuinely liking you because of what Jesus did. And when He corrects you, it's never to humiliate, but always to restore. Your kids need the same thing: to know they're cherished *and* guided. They need to hear "I love you" and "I'm proud of you" regularly—but they also need boundaries set with grace, not anger. This week, tell your child one specific thing you love about them. Then ask God to show you one area where you need to grow as a parent. You don't have to be perfect. You just need to be present, humble, and willing to learn. Read More
Growth God's Way
by Tracy Hicks on April 20th, 2026
Ever feel like you're pouring massive effort into parenting but not seeing the growth you'd hoped for? You're not alone. The problem might not be your effort level—it might be that you're aiming at the wrong target. The ancient Book of Proverbs offers a surprising blueprint: the goal isn't raising happy kids, straight-A students, or star athletes. It's cultivating something far more valuable that will serve them for a lifetime. Discover what you're actually trying to grow, how it grows, and the one thing that makes all the difference. Read More
From Mourning to Morning
by Tracy Hicks on May 12th, 2025
The hope of resurrection is not just a future promise; it’s a present reality that can transform your life today. Embrace it, live it, and share it with those around you. The victory over death through Jesus Christ is a profound truth that offers us hope and purpose, turning our mourning into morning. Read More
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