by Joyce Zook | Dec 5, 2023 | Love the Holidays, Love Your Life
I didn’t like Christmas or the whole rush of the holidays. There was too much stress. The kids and I felt tired and cranky. I even wished we could skip the whole hoopla. We needed a different way to celebrate the season if we wanted less stress! Breathing Room Paul...
by Joyce Zook | Nov 28, 2023 | Love the Holidays, Love Your Life
Before the new toys descend upon your house this Christmas, let’s make room for them. Go through the kids’ room, hopefully with them, and sort through their toys in 15-minute segments of time. It will probably surprise you how much gets accomplished. Here’s an idea of...
by Joyce Zook | Nov 14, 2023 | Love the Holidays, Love Your Life, Love Your Marriage
The holidays bring much joy into our lives but can also be stressful when our schedules get too busy. Keeping our husbands a priority is challenging during this busy season. However, it’s essential to keep our love and passions alive. Dates provide time to...
by Joyce Zook | Nov 2, 2023 | Love Your Life
A few years after we got married, I asked my husband what he wanted from me as a wife. My precious guy thought for a while, then said, “Happy, healthy, and rested.” I’ve felt happy but tired. I’ve enjoyed happiness and rest in other seasons but suffered from various...
by Joyce Zook | Oct 10, 2023 | Love Your Life, Love Your Marriage
“Are you guys alright?” the text said. “Hon, please call me.” said the voice message. I tried his number, no response. I looked at Facebook. What’s happening? The military base closed because of an active shooting incident. I rushed to the TV, turned on the local news...
by Joyce Zook | Sep 26, 2023 | Love Your Life
Do you feel tired and worn out? Has life or chronic pain sapped you of energy? One night, I felt worn out from the constant challenge of dealing with chronic pain. I heard the Lord speak to my heart as I prayed and asked for help. Come, sit in My presence. Open your...