Author Archives: Debbie Simmons

Planned Giving: A Legacy That Lasts Beyond a Lifetime

When we think about giving, most of us imagine writing a check, donating to a cause we care about, or volunteering our time. These are beautiful, immediate ways to make a difference. But there’s another kind of giving—one that reaches beyond our lifetime and leaves a lasting mark on the world. It’s called planned giving. […]

Admitting When Parenting Feels Overwhelming

There are moments in parenthood that no one really talks about — the kind that feel heavier than expected. The sleepless nights, the endless questions in your mind, the silent pressure to always be strong
 sometimes it all becomes too much. And yet, so many parents keep this to themselves. They smile, push through, and hide […]

🌟 Courage to Be Salt and Light in a Chaotic World

In Matthew 5, Jesus calls us the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Salt preserves what is good and pure, while light pushes back the darkness. In today’s chaotic culture, these words are not just comforting metaphors — they are a challenge. A challenge to live boldly, courageously, and faithfully, even […]

Faith-Filled Discipline: Guiding Hearts, Not Just Behaviors

Parenting in today’s world isn’t easy. Social media, shifting cultural values, and constant distractions pull at our children’s attention — and ours. As parents, it can feel tempting to focus only on correcting behavior in the moment. But discipline, in its truest and most biblical sense, is about something deeper: shaping the heart. Proverbs 22:6 […]

Teaching Kids to Pray: Simple Ways to Start at Any Age

Prayer is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children. It connects them to God, reminds them they are never alone, and helps them build a personal relationship with their Heavenly Father. But as parents, we often wonder — How do I actually teach my kids to pray? The good news is, prayer […]

Why We Celebrate Hope

Hope is a powerful thing. It’s what keeps a young mother going when she feels alone. It’s what gives a struggling family the courage to take the next step. It’s what whispers, “There’s still a future,” when the world feels heavy. At Anchor Point, we’ve seen hope transform lives. We’ve watched it turn fear into […]

Why Asking for Help Makes You a Stronger Parent

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Somewhere along the way, many of us started believing that “good parents” should be able to do it all on their own. We tell ourselves, “I should be able to handle this,” even when we’re running on empty. But the truth is — parenting was never meant to be a solo journey. Even in Scripture, […]

💛 How to Build a Legacy of Faith in a Broken World

Let’s be honest: the world feels heavy right now. Newsfeeds filled with division. Families fractured by disappointment. Culture moving faster than our hearts can process. And for many of us trying to raise children, lead homes, or live out our faith—it feels like we’re swimming upstream in a river of chaos. So how do you […]

💙 Why Ultrasounds Change Everything

It’s one thing to think you’re pregnant.It’s another to see it. For many women who walk through our doors, the decision about what to do with an unplanned pregnancy is clouded by fear, pressure, and pain. Their world feels upside down. Their thoughts are racing. And sometimes, they feel completely alone. Then they hear it.That […]

Scared, Alone, Pregnant
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Scared, alone and pregnant

For women like Josie (name changed for privacy), two pink lines on a pregnancy test don’t bring joy—they bring panic. Josie sat quietly in our waiting room, her hands clenched in her lap, eyes darting nervously. She had come alone. No one knew—not her family, or even the baby’s father. The weight of that secret […]