My mother was a submissive wife. (I say was, because my father passed away 8 years ago.) When my parents were reviewed by their mission board before entering the mission field, the board told her she was “too” submissive.* And this was in the 50’s! She believed Ephesians 5:22 was her role, and she obeyed. My… Read More Not my mother’s submission
I was challenged. “Why do you have to write about gender equality?” In the last year, I have flipped. For some, it is a mystery to be solved. What about Kay’s past contributed to her current obsession with women’s role in God’s kingdom? I honor those who ask. I answer with passion. But, for those who don’t… Read More The hope that is in me
A good man (or woman) leaves an inheritance to his children’s children. Proverbs 13:22 Seven years ago, my grandma passed away. She was a farmer’s wife, a believer in Jesus and a missionary’s mother. I didn’t know her that well, but when I read this verse, I think of her. In her legacy, she left a… Read More Scheltema Inheritance
Self-centered : They naturally believe their needs and wants should come first. Resilient : They are able to recover quickly from setbacks. (ie: irrepressible) Full of energy : They keep going, and going, and going. They need all these qualities to grow up, which is hard work! These qualities make them: Valuable: They have great importance… Read More My children are…
I am pretty lazy. That might be a bombshell for everyone but my mother and a few sisters. I hide it well. But I notice my lazy streak flaring up in my daughter. She takes the easiest route. She leaves things half done. She does her work as quick as she can (translation: poorly and messy) so… Read More A little confession
Kay Bonikowsky 