Consequently, just as one trespass resulted in condemnation for all people, so also one righteous act resulted in justification and life for all people. Romans 5:18 "One trespass resulted in condemnation for all people. You may be tempted to ask, is that fair?" began the preacher, "but I would then ask, do you really think you could've … Continue reading My Garden
The First One
In life, firsts are exciting. Your first day of high school, your first car. Your first job. No matter what it may be, it's just a little bit better when those first-time jitters are present, hopping around in your stomach. But it's also exciting to be the first one! The first one to dip a spoon … Continue reading The First One
Teaching them to crawl
"Come on, Nellie, come on!" I coax, as I flap my arms excitedly. She flashes me a huge gummy smile as her arms and legs fly into the air. She starts to flail. "No, sweetie, you have to keep your arms and legs on the ground. It's your tummy that should be in the air! … Continue reading Teaching them to crawl
The Biblical TRUTH About Childbirth
What do you know about God's Word pertaining to labor and childbirth? Probably the basics. You know that painful labor is a large part of the punishment God placed on women after The Fall (Genesis 3:16). And you've probably read the one million verses in the Bible comparing other pain and hardship to a woman's … Continue reading The Biblical TRUTH About Childbirth
Many are the Plans
I suppose you've heard by now, but the La Tour family is growing by one, and my husband Trigg and I are expecting the sweetest, tiniest bundle of joy in November. We found out recently that it's a girl, which means in a few months this world will welcome Miss Nellie Grace La Tour! The fact … Continue reading Many are the Plans
It’s Been Awhile
It's been awhile since I've written. I think I've gotten into thinking that since nothing "big" has been happening in my life, I have nothing to write about. But God is always at work, and that is a very big thing. Here is a "quick" update on my life, for my interested family and friends. … Continue reading It’s Been Awhile
Laundry Blues
Does anyone else out there dislike having to do the laundry? I've been married for almost a year now, doing the laundry on my own, and you know what I've noticed? The laundry never goes away. No matter how long I wait. No matter how much homework I have (or don't have). No matter how … Continue reading Laundry Blues
A Prayer for North Carolina
Oh Lord, why? Why must the people of this country be so violent? Why must they be so hateful? God, I don’t understand why……well. Sin. Sin is what causes this. The devil causes this. Lies and deception of the heart cause this. People are being brainwashed. Their own selfishness and pride cause them to seek … Continue reading A Prayer for North Carolina
Wrapping up the Summer like a CHRISTmas Present
As much as some may not like to admit it, it's August now. The summer (but not the heat) is rolling to a stop as school is beginning (or has begun) for many. I personally go back to school a week from Monday. And as my summer internship ends and school is about to begin, … Continue reading Wrapping up the Summer like a CHRISTmas Present
W-day!!
Yeah, so, I've been pretty busy. In the past month, I became a wife, left the country, came back, moved into my first home with my husband, had my first day of work at my first full-time job, and spent four days at Kids Camp. Phew. In all honesty, I can't tell you (everyone) who … Continue reading W-day!!