I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Their answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Intro: We can plant seeds, water them, and hope they will grow. The rest is up to … [Read more...]
Water Wonders: Jonah, a Fish, and a Worm
Welcome to our third day of Water Wonders: A Virtual Family Vacation Bible School! Today we will dive into the story of "Jonah, a Fish, and a Worm." The Big Idea: When God talks, we should listen. He always knows best--even when we don’t agree. The Story: Jonah, a Fish, and a Worm Today’s story is the book of Jonah. You may … [Read more...]
Water Wonders: The Story of Noah
Today we continue Water Wonders Virtual Family VBS with The Story of Noah. This is perhaps the most powerful water Bible story of them all! Little Ones Love Noah My littlest gets excited every time she sees anything with Noah’s Ark. Just last night she found a Noah’s Ark book and was carrying it around the bookstore. It is such a … [Read more...]
Summer Bible Blast
Summer is officially here! There are a million reading programs that encourage your kids to keep reading over the summer. (In fact, I even thought about creating one.) Then I realized that there really wasn’t any need to reinvent the wheel. What I have not seen this year is program that encourages families to worship together. Isn’t that more … [Read more...]
Let’s Celebrate Pentecost!
What? You don’t celebrate Pentecost? We never did either...until now. We celebrate Jesus' birthday and His resurrection. Shouldn’t we celebrate the life and power He sent to live inside of us? What is Pentecost? It is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him … [Read more...]
What You Can Expect in 2016
Sometimes you get to the end of a year and all you can say is, “Glad that one is over!” While 2015 contained some serious personal trials, it also brought successes. One of which is the official beginning of Minivan Ministries. I’m so glad that you joined me on this journey! It’s been a fast 4 months. Looking back on the past few months has … [Read more...]
The Best Bibles for Different Ages
As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Cider
Today’s adventure…apple cider! You may want to pick and choose which activities are most appropriate for your particular children according to their ages and maturity, but don’t be afraid to challenge your younger children. They may surprise you. Stretching them makes them grow! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure Cider: God … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Gourds
Today’s adventure…gourds! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure Gourds: God Loves Us and Made Us to be Unique Intro: Have you noticed any gourd decorations? Do you enjoy seeing them? Do you get as excited over gourds as you do pumpkins? Thoughts to Ponder: Imagine what life would be like if you were a gourd. Do you think you … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Fall on the Farm
Today’s adventure…Fall on the Farm! I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Their answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure Fall … [Read more...]