God never wastes a good wait, friend, and you shouldn't either! Waiting is something we all experience—yet few of us enjoy it.

Whether we're waiting on

• an answer to prayer
• clarity for a decision
• healing froma sickness
• the fulfillment of a promise

the space between “now” and “not yet” can feel like a silent wilderness. But here’s the beautiful truth: God never wastes a wait—there is always a purpose to this season of life!

The Bible speaks often and powerfully about waiting—whether it’s for God’s promises, His timing, or His guidance. Waiting isn’t passive; it’s active faith. It’s trust in motion. It’s an invitation to endure, hope, and grow in our faith.

Have you ever heard of the butterfly effect? It’s the idea that small causes can have big effects—that even tiny changes in a system can eventually lead to massive differences.

The classic (poetic) example from chaos theory says: A butterfly flaps its wings in Brazil, and weeks later it causes a tornado in Texas.

Of course, it’s not literally about butterflies causing tornadoes. The point is that complex systems like the weather are extremely sensitive. A tiny shift early on can snowball into something enormous over time.

In simple terms, small actions matter more than we realize. Tiny beginnings can have giant consequences. And spiritually, the connection is beautiful. Let's explore that today!

If seeing the title of this post led to you rushing here to read more, then you likely fall into one of two camps. Either you are considering homeschooling for your child and want to get ahead of the game or you are already homeschooling and perhaps feeling some frustrations about your experience.

Homeschooling is an amazing gift for both parents and children alike, but that doesn’t mean that it does not also have its own unique set of trials and possible pitfalls to navigate. 
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The good news is that these things can be avoided and corrected, allowing for you and your family’s homeschool experience to be a fun, fruitful, and enriching time! As parents, we are and always will be our children’s first and primary educators, even if we decide not to homeschool long-term.

As Christian parents, we long to raise our children in a home where faith is more than just a Sunday tradition—it’s the foundation of daily life. However, in a world filled with distractions, competing priorities, and constant busyness, it can be challenging to cultivate a Christ-centered home. How do we intentionally create an environment where our children see faith lived out, experience the power of prayer, and develop a personal relationship with God?

The answer lies in establishing biblical rhythms—consistent, God-honoring habits that shape our families for eternity. These rhythms aren’t about perfection but about being intentional in how we integrate God’s Word, prayer, worship, and discipleship into everyday life. When we prioritize faith in our homes, we help our children see that God isn’t just a part of life—He is the source of life itself.

In the whirlwind of daily life, it’s so easy for us to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from God. Yet, His unchanging invitation remains: come and dwell.

Let me introduce you to a beautifully written devotional that meets you right where you are, friend, offering a simple yet profound way to connect with God in the busyness of life.

I recently heard someone say that comfort is the god of our generation, and it struck a chord with me. Maybe that’s why verses like Romans 8:28 are so frustrating to so many:

Some translations say it like this: “God works all things together for good” or “God works in all things for the good.”

If you weren’t already frustrated, you might be now—because that verse says in all things.

Hope and faith are deeply intertwined in the life of a Christian, working together to sustain and guide believers in their walk with God.

I like how Hebrews 11:1 is translated in the NIV, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." 

While faith and hope are distinct, they are also inseparable aspects of a vibrant spiritual life.

​Today, let's look at how they connect.