What is your calling as a parent? In the midst of folding laundry, coordinating carpool schedules, and breaking up fights, many parents get lost. Feeling pressure to do everything “right” and raise up “good” children, it’s easy to lose sight of our ultimate purpose as parents in the quest for practical tips and guaranteed formulas. In this life-giving book, Paul Tripp offers parents much more than a to-do list. Instead, he presents us with a big-picture view of God’s plan for us as … [Read more...]
Print Out These Free Christian Halloween Candy Labels!
Our family does love Halloween. We have a few Halloween traditions here in small town Washington. Our little town has a parade and the stores that line one tourist street give out candy in the afternoon to the kids. Then, our reservation always has a costume party with pizza, games, prizes, and more. We end our day with a Noah's Ark party at our church. By the end of the night, we have too much sugar and lots of memories. If we were actually home to hand out candy, I like to give out candy … [Read more...]
A Book for the Man in Your Life: Wise Guys
For guys, more than ever, it’s a confusing world. A GPS doesn’t offer any maps showing how to get to the point of wisdom — and what guy likes asking for directions anyway? But there are ways for guys to get the guidance they need. The answers may be all around, in the form of guys they already know. Wise Guys. More experienced guys. Better-traveled guys. Could there be ways to tap into their invaluable knowledge without enduring dull lectures or taking pages of notes? [Tweet "Guys can get … [Read more...]
Book Recommendation: 5 Minutes with Jesus by Sheila Walsh
In 5 Minutes with Jesus: Peace for Today, the second book in the 5 Minutes with Jesus series, bestselling author Sheila Walsh wants to guide you in worrying less and letting your heart be settled with short readings followed by impactful passages of Scripture. Each reading includes messages that remind you of truths such as: Resting in the purpose God has for you brings peace. God loves you for who you are, not what you do. No matter how big the storm, God is bigger. The 5 Minutes … [Read more...]
Daily Devotional For Family Made Easy
When we neglect our family devotions, you can tell. I'm more impatient, the kids are more unruly, and our home is in a state of chaos and truly less happy. Spending time together with a daily devotional is important to our family. When I was given the chance to review The ESV Family Devotional Bible, I knew that it would be a resource I could use for family devotions for years. The ESV FAMILY DEVOTIONAL BIBLE is a hardbound colorful Bible. It retells 130 key stories from the Bible with full … [Read more...]
Tips For Teaching Kids About the Passover
Passover is a unique time for many religious families. These tips for teaching kids about the Passover are perfect for any family regardless of their faith. This time is something that is historically educational, as well as fun to enjoy as part of your Easter celebrations with kids. 3 Tips For Teaching Kids About the Passover 1. Talk about the first Passover. The first Passover was both a scary time and a miraculous time. The Exodus from Egypt brought with it the plagues that were … [Read more...]
The Young Messiah Movie
The Young Messiah is not just a story about Jesus. It’s the story about Jesus and his family. Heading into this film the producers knew this was a fresh take on Jesus and the Holy family. The filmmakers quickly realized Mary and Joseph faced many of the same problems as parents today. As parents we are always face with difficult decisions on what's best for our children. Share with your readers a personal parenting story from your family of a difficult decision you made that was in your … [Read more...]
