April Motl
April Motl is a pastor’s wife, homeschool mom, and women’s ministry director. When she’s not waist-deep in the joys and jobs of motherhood, being a wife, and serving at church, she writes and teaches for women. You can find more encouraging resources from April here and here.
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Hope When You've Lost a Child
As children of God, there is always the presence of hope, even in those darkest moments when we cannot perceive it.Monday, March 12, 2018
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Is it Okay to Miss Church to Rest?
If you are tired and need rest, is it because the world is exhausting you and perhaps you’ve been engaging church with the same set of expectations as you do the world?Monday, February 12, 2018
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Dealing with Someone Else's Sin
Scripture warns us about how to align our relationships with people so that we aren’t setting ourselves up for more pain than necessary. Yes, we will bump into other people's sinful natures (just...Tuesday, November 14, 2017
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5 Small Ways Churches Can Appreciate Moms
Once I had a little bundle of joy for myself, I found some new twists and turns to the reality of the kid-parent-church dynamic.Friday, May 12, 2017
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6 Truths for the Woman Waiting to be a Mom
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a long winding journey through infertility.Wednesday, May 10, 2017
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Why There is Hope in Christ Even for the Suicidal
Experiencing depression does not make anyone less of a Christian. Men of the Bible like Moses and Elijah were so grieved they asked God to let them die.Wednesday, April 5, 2017
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Does God Want You to Spend Time with People Who Always Hurt You?
We allow ourselves to endure unnecessary wounding in relationships because it brings us to a place of humility that honors Christ.Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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Should Your Pastor's Wife Be Paid?
It’s easy to feel as if the congregation thinks they own every moment of your and your husband’s time.Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Happy Valentine's Day!
Sharing a little love for the seasonFriday, February 3, 2017
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Preparing for Christmas
How we prepare for Christmas speaks loudly to the WorldTuesday, December 20, 2016
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A Christmas Miracle
Encouragement for Holiday Weary WomenMonday, December 19, 2016
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A Dash of Christmas Poetry
Enjoy these words from my friend...Friday, December 16, 2016
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Giving Thanks
Fresh encouragement when gratitude comes hardMonday, November 14, 2016
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Thankful Hearts
New! Bible Study Art JournalMonday, October 31, 2016
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It is written
God's word is meant to be a fixed anchor for our livesFriday, October 14, 2016
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Guarding the Heart of Your Home - Part 4
Guarding Your MouthMonday, October 10, 2016
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Scripture Prayers for my Church Family
Free PrintableFriday, October 7, 2016
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Guarding the Heart of Your Home - Part 3
Guarding Your EmotionsMonday, October 3, 2016