Winter 2017

seem to be able to grasp reading, she continues to strive

to teach him and she to research and seek the best way to

help him learn. When her mother is continually telling her

how much better off her children would be if they went to

a ”real” school, Corrie continues to homeschool her chil-

dren because that is what God has called her to do.

Corrie gives people the benefit of the doubt. She be-

lieves all things and hopes all things. She never assumes

the worst about anyone, even people who have disap-

pointed her in the past. (That doesn’t necessarily mean

that she trusts them with her heart.) She does not assume

any wrong about anyone unless there is undeniable proof

or the person in question confesses.

Living up to Corrie is a pretty tall order, isn’t it? I certainly

do not. But loving others in a true I Corinthians 13 way is

a goal that we should all strive for on a daily basis. I have

learned that if I have a goal, I am able to accomplish some

of it. If I do not have a goal, I usually accomplish noth-

ing. Let us seek to be known as truly loving wives, moms,

friends, and fellow church attendees. Not only is this a

blessing to others, especially our husbands and children,

but it glorifies God and is a good testimony for Him.

Kim Stilwell

has been married to her best friend, Jeff, since

1987. They have five children: Joshua (married to Alissa),

Joseph (20), Josiah (18), Jessica (17), and Jennifer (14).

They live in Des Moines and have always homeschooled.

SHARE YOUR STORY

We are celebrating NICHE’s 25th anniversary! As we recall our history,

give thanks for present blessings, and look to the future, we want

your help in telling the story of how God has been, and continues to

be, at work throughout the Iowa homeschooling movement.

We hope to use some of your submissions in our upcoming events and

publications. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please send submissions of articles or short video clips to