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.
Training Senses
Danish artist Lorenz Frølich, who lived from 1835 to 1903, had an international career as an illustrator. One of his projects was a popular series of books for children about the adventures of a little girl called Mademoiselle Lili. The…
Looking Beyond the Familiar
At 3:30-ish on Wednesday afternoons, the storm door squeaks as I walk into my art teacher’s basement studio. Miss Judy always greets me with a smile and a friendly greeting when I arrive for my weekly painting class. I tie…
The Faith of Rosa Parks
Lest you think that my husband Ray and I always agree on things, let me tell you my reaction when he first told me the topic of his most recent podcast: “Much More than A Street Name.” I am embarrassed…
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day. Today I want you to see the precious pin that I wear each Valentine’s Day, but first I want you to know where I got it. From 1972 to 1997, Nashville, Tennessee, was home to the theme…
It’s Our Job
One of the saddest verses in the Bible is Judges 2:10. God called Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. After Moses died, God chose Joshua as their leader. After Joshua died at age 110, things went well for…
Businesses and Mama Work That Last
Chester A. Arthur was in the White House 141 years ago when Dr. S. B. Fowler of Gainesboro, Tennessee, bought out a stock of medicines from Mr. Andrew Alison of neighboring Smith County in October of 1883. In November Dr.…