Breath of Life that Turns Ashes into Beauty
November 3rd, 2015
By Sarah Weintraub
Ezekiel 37:4-14 The Message (MSG)
He said to me, “Prophesy over these bones: ‘Dry bones, listen to the Message of God!’” God, the Master, told the dry bones, “Watch this: I’m... Read More
The Joyful Stepmom Story
October 20th, 2015
Let me tell you the story a Facebook group, a community of sisters and a
God that moves in amazing ways.
I think it's no secret that blended families make up a broad part of our culture today. And ... Read More
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
September 28th, 2015
By Gina Riggio of Peace, Love and Lattes
There have been so many inspiring and edifying words posted here at The Joyful Stepmom lately. Like, seriously gifted words and gracious prayers by Emily and... Read More
Faithful When Things Are Good
September 21st, 2015
Often we turn to God in times of struggle and trial. It's natural to turn to Him when we need help. Psalm 121- "Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord." When things get mixed up in ... Read More
My Plan for You Was for Such a Time as This
September 15th, 2015
Esther 4:12-14 When Hathach told Mordecai what Esther had said, Mordecai sent her this message: “Don’t think that just because you live in the king’s house you’re the one Jew who will get out of th... Read More
War Room In Action
September 11th, 2015
War Room. Currently, it is the number one movie in America. My sisters, there is a big reason why this movie is making waves. War Room is a picture of God restoring a marriage. It takes a look at a br... Read More
Choose
September 2nd, 2015
By Sarah Weintraub
God or the World
One will lead to Love
Love or Hate
One will lead to Truth
Truth or Lies
One will bring about Peace
Peace or Turmoil
One will lead to Salvation
Salvation or Damna... Read More
Review: Our Family Wizard
September 2nd, 2015
In an effort to assist stepmoms with the practical side of blended family life, we are posting a review of the co-parenting software Our Family Wizard. Our facebook support group receives a lot of que... Read More
Evening of Prayer
August 25th, 2015
Written by Sarah Weintraub
Father let Your words leave our lips. Words that encourage each other & point back to You.
Strengthen us through Your Holy Spirit.
Teach us to be Your vessels in our Earth... Read More
Guest Post: Better Than Blended
July 16th, 2015
Words- A Badge of Honor
By Rachel Scott of Better Than Blended and The Mom Squad
Although my daughter is only 6, it is clear to us that she is going to be an attorney. I wouldn’t know of any other c... Read More
Why We Need Our Stepmom Friends
July 3rd, 2015
By EmilyWe all need a support system. People who will pray for us. People who will listen and encourage us on the journey. As the Bible says, “Where two or more are gathered…”(Mt. 18:20).This summer I... Read More
Fighting the Good Fight
July 2nd, 2015
By Melanie Anthony, Author of "Daily Bread for the Starving Stepmom"As believers we are called to walk out our salvation, our journey of faith. What does that mean? It means that we will go through ... Read More