Welcome to Daily Encouragement!
Hi, I’m Charlene Notgrass. I was born a long time before you, way back in 1953. I loved homeschooling — once I learned how to make homeschooling who our family was instead of something I carried around like a big, heavy burden every day. From the lessons God has taught me, I offer you daily encouragement. Read more about my journey.
Training the Generations
In the 35th chapter of Jeremiah, we learn about an Israelite family called the Rechabites. The Rechabites were sons of Jonadab, whose father was Rechab. For reasons that we are not told, Jonadab commanded his sons to do several things…
A “10” for Everyone
What a joy it was on Monday evening to meet excited grandchildren at the county fair. They came running with arms outstretched—so fast that I was a bit afraid their hugs would knock me down. I assure you that the…
Sometimes Our Children Need an Advocate
James and John should have been embarrassed when their mother came to Jesus and asked for her two sons to sit, one on His left and one on His right, in His kingdom. Not surprisingly, the other ten apostles were…
Perspective Can Make All the Difference
As Ray and I drove home from church on Sunday evening, a small rainbow reached down from billowy clouds to touch a pretty Tennessee hill. The rainbow seemed to be very close by. Of course, I wanted a picture, so…
Parenting Tips from My Daddy
It is with joy and precious memories that I honor my Daddy on what would have been his 91st birthday. Here is a picture of Daddy with his parents, Sue and Leland Boyd . . . . . . and…
A Mama’s Encouragement for Her Shy Boy
I recently began listening to a biography of President Ronald Reagan. Ray and I have both written about Reagan. We have visited his birthplace, . . . his childhood home, . . . and his presidential library. However, it seems…