5 Unexpected Benefits of Starting a Bible Study as a Mom
About 4 years ago, I started a little Bible study at my church. I invited a few other women I knew to be a part of it. I was nervous and really didn’t have any idea what I was doing starting a Bible study. But somehow, God blessed it and changed my life for the...
What to Do When the Pastor’s Marriage Struggles
I remember when I said it to him. It was a few months after our daughter was born, and I was completely overwhelmed. I was unhappy with our marriage and was feeling unsupported. I told him I wanted us to get marriage counseling. He didn’t want to. He was a youth...
Self Care for Moms of Intense Children: Why It Matters & How to Do It
I never imagined that I would be writing a letter to the special education director in my town. When I dreamed of becoming a mom, having a spirited and intense child was not in my plans. I didn't expect that there would be major struggles with anxiety, leaving me...
Extravagant Love in Marriage: Are You All In?
"To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything and your heart will be wrung and possibly broken." -C.S. Lewis INCOMPATIBLE? A couple of years ago was a particularly challenging time for me and my husband. One day, we had an argument about something big. The next...
Life-Changing, Part 2: When Faith Wins
When I was 13, my life changed forever. This is my story. I originally posted this in 2012, but I’ve updated it and wanted to share it again. I hope, somehow, by sharing this, that it may encourage someone or help you in some way, if and when tragedy strikes your...
Life-Changing, Part 1: When Tragedy Strikes
When I was 13, my life changed forever. This is my story. I originally posted this in 2012, but I've updated it and wanted to share it again. I hope, somehow, by sharing this, that it may encourage someone or help you in some way, if and when tragedy strikes your...
How to Change Your Spouse… I Mean Marriage
Several years ago, I was in an unhappy marriage. My spouse was not making me happy, and I wanted him to change. We weren’t communicating effectively, and we were arguing often. Have you ever desperately wanted to change your spouse? At some point - I don’t remember...
Doubt Your Doubts and Believe Your Beliefs
Almost 4 years ago, I had this idea to start a Bible study at my church. I wanted to reach out to younger women, and women who had never been in a Bible study before. I wasn’t sure if this idea was MY idea or God’s idea. Was I being prideful to think that I could lead...
The Most Important Thing to Do for a Better Marriage
A few years ago, my trusty old Toyota Rav4 broke down on the side of the road. I was on my way to a business event, only to be stranded on the side of the Maine highway. Shortly after, we decided it was time for a new vehicle for me: a Kia Sorento, with heated seats!...
How to Exercise When You’re Too Tired or Busy
One of the biggest things I hear from moms is that they struggle with finding time for physical fitness. Usually it comes down to do things: they’re either too tired or busy to exercise. I get it. I really do. Moms are often pulled in many different directions, and it...
The Good News About Marriage {Book Review & Why It Matters}
Remember playing the telephone game as a kid? You'd whisper a phrase in your friends' ear, then she'd whisper it to the next person, and so on, until the person at the end had to say what they heard. Usually, by the time got around the circle, the message had been...
Why I’m Giving Myself a Break as a Mom (and You Should, Too)
I've decided to give myself a break as a mom. I’m done beating myself up for all the stuff I’m NOT doing, or not doing well. I’m done putting expectations on myself that don’t need to be there. I’ve decided to give myself a break, because I need one. And I’m pretty...
How to Stay Sane (and Married) While Homeschooling
{Read this full post over at Psychowith6 where I am guest blogging!} When my husband and I first decided we would homeschool our daughter, I had a few stipulations. He had always thought homeschooling was a good idea. I, on the other hand, thought it was crazy. Not...
4 Simple Tools to Improve Connection with your Spouse
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, which means if you choose to make a purchase, I will receive a commission. Picture this: you head out to a romantic dinner with your spouse. You’re sitting face to face at your favorite restaurant, so thankful to be out...
One Powerful Habit that can Transform Your Marriage
What if creating one habit had the power to transform your marriage? What if making a small change in your daily life could improve you how and your spouse interact, help you both feel more loved, and strengthen your communication? I believe that this is possible,...
hey, I’m Esther!
I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a pastor’s wife, mom of a spirited child, business owner and active leader in my church. I love leading women’s Bible studies, missions trips, marriage retreats (alongside my husband), and my business team. My hope is that this site will help you embrace your God-given gifts and lead with confidence.
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