Who doesn’t want their child to grow up to be a good person, to have manners and know how to act in various social situations? As Christians, we want our children to become Christ-like. Teaching your kids to have character at Christmas is a great step in the right direction! We get so busy at Christmas that we often forget our kids need … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Enjoy a Christmas Story Lunch
My kids LOVE to eat. Anything we do with food instantly becomes more meaningful for them. That's why we came up with The Christmas Story Lunch! A couple of years ago I stumbled upon this amazing Story of the Passion Lunch. It’s a symbolic and memorable way for kids to learn the Easter story. Everyone receives one food at a time. Then … [Read more...]
Family Dinner Conversation Starters: Christmas Edition
Family Dinner Statistics We all know that family time is important. Children who eat dinner with their families 3 times a week are more likely to maintain a healthy weight, make better grades, and have a better relationship with their families. You can check out some statistics on families that eat meals together here. What … [Read more...]
A Simple Yet Meaningful Advent Plan
My favorite thing about Christmas is counting down and anticipating the big day with advent plans. They make celebrating Jesus' arrival so much more meaningful! The problem is that even though we start with great intentions, the busyness of the holiday season can waylay even the best plans. Sometimes we get sick at the holidays. Life just … [Read more...]
7 Ways You Can Support Orphans Even If You Don’t Want to Adopt
Happy National Adoption Month! This cause obviously has special significance to us because we began our family through the adoption process. I wouldn’t have it any other way! We adopted not because that was the only way for us to have a baby, but because we felt the tug on our heart. We knew that we had a child somewhere in the world. We … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Bible Journaling Pages
Thanksgiving is such a magical time when we pause to embrace it. Imagine a season where people are thankful instead of grumpy and selfish! Though we cannot control the world around us, we can help foster a safe place in our homes. Our children watch what the craziness in the world around us. If they don’t hear about it at school, that catch … [Read more...]
Welcoming the New President: A Family Devotion
I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing your perspective. You can quickly skim through this devotion and get an idea of what to say. Your children’s answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Intro: No … [Read more...]
My Favorite Activity for Fostering Thankful Siblings
I am so thankful for my children. That is probably why it drives me bonkers when they refuse to get along and aren’t thankful for each other. Here is an easy activity to foster thankful siblings this Thanksgiving. Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are … [Read more...]
Whooo Is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Mummies–Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life
I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing your perspective. You can quickly skim through this devotion and get an idea of what to say. Your children’s answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Whooo is God? An … [Read more...]
Whooo Is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Candy–Nothing Is Sweeter Than Jesus
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 Candy--Nothing is Sweeter Than … [Read more...]
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