Godly Women Blog

The Peace of Knowing

Written by Karen Meeker

Can you imagine not knowing what happened to your loved one who never came back from the war? Thankfully, God offers peace. As I leafed through the latest issue of Smithsonian magazine, I paused...

Mother-in-Law or Mother-in-Love?

Written by Judy Servidio

Reflecting on my dear mother-in-law and being a mother-in-law drew me to the quintessential mother-in-law of the Bible, Naomi. This past Sunday, we set aside a day to honor mothers. Each family...

The Rain, the Winds and the Floods

Written by Janel Johnson

Jesus’ parable can help us find perspective in life’s trials. It’s been a day much like any other—not enough hours to accomplish all that is necessary, rushing to meet...

The Complaint-Free Challenge

Written by Debbie Pennington

They say it takes 21 consecutive days to create a new habit. It’s the consecutive part that can be a real challenge, but I’m determined. The book: A Complaint Free World by Will Bowen....

Special Treasures of God

Written by Karen Meeker

A group of friends share reflections on what they value about God and His place in their lives. Question: Would you share one thing that you know about God that you consider a special treasure?...

A Lesson in Longsuffering

Written by Becky Bennett

Ever give your sleeping spouse a slight nudge to make him turn over and breathe a bit more quietly? I have too—but I won’t anymore, now that I know what a real snorer I am myself! I...

A Life in Three Verses

Written by Karen Meeker

A long life packed into three short verses gives us much to think about. Several years ago my husband and I attended the Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem. We were surrounded not only by the...

She Reaches Out Her Hands

Written by Dee Kilough

This experience with a homeless woman has touched my life deeply. About 10 years ago, on the streets of Sacramento, California, a rather dowdy lady timidly approached me and softly entreated,...

Things My Mama Taught Me

Written by Janel Johnson

Can mothers really change the world? I think the things my mama taught me would go a long way toward promoting a more peaceful world. It seemed fitting in this week preceding a national...