Mamas, Stronger Together – Guest Series: The Gift of “Me Too”

Mamas, Stronger Together – Guest Series: Christian mothers have such a strength when we let down our guard and get real with each other, stop comparing ourselves to other mothers, when we stop making motherhood a competition, and instead build each other up as fellow mothers! Over the next weeks, we will hear from various Christian mamas who are each brave, beautiful, and strong in … Continue reading Mamas, Stronger Together – Guest Series: The Gift of “Me Too”

Joy A. MeadMarch 10, 20231 Comment

Christian Living

Surrendering All

I remember being six or seven years old and not fully understanding the depth or meaning of the words, but I knew there was something special about the hymn, I Surrender All Listen here. In its lyrics, there was a sense that we could get to a point of giving all that we have to Jesus and being filled with peace in our hearts, regardless … Continue reading Surrendering All

Joy A. MeadFebruary 11, 2021May 21, 20214 Comments

Reflections

A Time To Pause & Celebrate – Part 2

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 This last week at bedtime, I’ve been asked the daily question, “Mummy, how many more days until my birthday?” Our excited boy just couldn’t hardly wait for a big slice of chocolate cake and the anticipation of presents. The long awaited day … Continue reading A Time To Pause & Celebrate – Part 2

Joy A. MeadMay 16, 2020March 8, 202111 Comments

Christian Living

Beauty In The Broken Pieces

Scattered pieces of ceramic lay all over my kitchen floor. Within seconds, I had a clumsy moment of taking out a jar from an already overpacked cupboard. In the process, I knocked a bottle off the shelf, which perfectly landed on the plate below on the counter. You get the idea! Just like that, I lost another plate! It’s not the first time I’ve had … Continue reading Beauty In The Broken Pieces

Joy A. MeadApril 24, 2020March 8, 20216 Comments

Christian Living

At A Snail’s Pace

Over the last few days my kids have been playing nonstop in the garden. In particular, they found a snail, who was quickly named Mr. Snail! He’s spent his last days curled in his shell on a frisbee with a few leaves. Each evening he’s been released but has been found in the same general area each morning. The kids had been wanting to see … Continue reading At A Snail’s Pace

Joy A. MeadApril 18, 2020March 8, 202111 Comments

Christian Living

Faith. Hope. Love.

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13 Last June, a pastor and his wife from New Zealand were guest speakers at our church and I was very touched by their story. Both David and Greta Peters had suffered tragedies throughout their lifetimes but brought the message of God’s hope, learned by trusting in … Continue reading Faith. Hope. Love.

Joy A. MeadApril 10, 2020March 16, 20214 Comments

Reflections

The Reset Button

How are you keeping my friends? I’m vividly aware that our hearts, minds and spirits have been taking a battering with fear and negativity lately. On some levels, how can we not get sucked into the fear and worry for what is to become of our societies? Media reminds us daily of the overwhelming amount of Covid-19 cases and increased deaths across Europe and America … Continue reading The Reset Button

Joy A. MeadApril 3, 2020March 8, 20217 Comments

Christian Living

He Lifts My Soul

If I’m really honest, my heart and soul have felt downcast lately. I know I’m far from the only one. Life as we’ve known it, is changing rapidly. In the UK and globally, the Covid-19 coronavirus has been dominating the news. Hand sanitiser and toilet paper have been virtually unavailable for weeks. And for a first in my lifetime, certain aisles at the grocery store … Continue reading He Lifts My Soul

Joy A. MeadMarch 20, 2020March 8, 20218 Comments

Reflections

If Only

Looking through some of my old writings this week, I came across this little article from July 2007 that made me smile. Even being twelve and a half years later, the words below still have truth and relevance for my life today. Growing up and finding purpose as a young adult can be difficult. I remember opening up my heart to God in a season … Continue reading If Only

Joy A. MeadJanuary 31, 2020March 8, 20218 Comments

Christian Living

Jesus In My Heart

My daughter, Anna who is six years old, has been very curious about when her brother Luke, three years old, will officially become a child of God. We actively live out our faith, including with the kids and sharing with them who God is through prayer, Bible stories, and chats about Him. Whenever it has come up about accepting Jesus in our heart, Anna has … Continue reading Jesus In My Heart

Joy A. MeadJanuary 24, 2020March 8, 202116 Comments

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Christian reflections on everyday happenings, motherhood, & transatlantic life

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Mamas, Stronger Together – Guest Series: The Gift of “Me Too”

Surrendering All

A Time To Pause & Celebrate – Part 2

Beauty In The Broken Pieces

At A Snail’s Pace

Faith. Hope. Love.

The Reset Button

He Lifts My Soul

If Only

Jesus In My Heart