jessicaspackman

On Little Missions, Fighting Racism, and Why This Prolifer Quit Being a Live Action Ambassador

You were given a calling, or callings, for your life on Earth. They are causes about which you are passionate, ways for you to bring about good in the world. I call these “little missions.”

Jesus Solves All Problems: Racism, Police Brutality, Looting, Rioting

There are a lot of things we could—and should—do to solve our problems right now.

But I’m prioritizing this post. I’m putting my money where my mouth is and standing by this claim:

The most important thing we need right now is Jesus.

Don’t Be Afraid of the P Word – Why and How to Embrace Politics

I claim that we, as members of the Church, and especially as women in the Church, unjustly avoid politics when we should be using our political influence for good.

We have a responsibility to represent Him any chance we have and to use our influence for good, even at the cost of comfort.

Women Can’t Do Everything

This has been one of the hardest and most valuable lessons for me to learn.

Let me explain.

COVID-19 and Anxiety: “Who Knew It Only Took a Worldwide Pandemic to Manage Your Anxiety?”

I’ve been trying to understand why I, a person prone to intense anxiety, have had fairly typical anxiety levels, even though much of the world is panicking, and for good reason. So why am I not so afraid?

The Right Time to Have Kids

We’ve only been married a year. We’re waiting for my husband to finish his bachelor’s program and living in a tiny on-campus apartment. And frankly, we’re dirt poor.

So why did we decide to have a baby?

7 Tips for Successful Come, Follow Me Personal Study in 2020

Don’t spend another minute feeling guilty about a less-than-satisfactory year of Come, Follow Me! Repent now and start fresh. God will take you as you are and help you become more!

How Jesus Solves All Problems

There are so many problems in the world to solve! How can one choose between all the charitable causes available?

Heaven and Health: A Dietary Journey

“No, thank you, I’ll pass. I brought my own snacks.”

I wasn’t always so confident. My health journey has taken me a long way, and it continues today.

Ministering Despite Anxiety: How to Start Ministering

Car with bumper sticker that states, "If I honk, you've been home taught"

What if they don’t like me? What if they’d be better off living their lives without me wasting their time? What if I invite them out for ice cream and find out they’re allergic to dairy? What if they’re huggers!?