I've been a fan of Bible journaling for a little while now. I have a Journaling Bible (that I love) and Pinterest board full of ideas. I even belong to a Bible Journaling Facebook group. I just wish I had more time in my day to creatively journal in my Bible. What is Bible Journaling? Bible journaling is a way for a person to worship God through written words and artistic writing and drawing. There is no set way, or correct way for that matter, to journal through the Bible. You do not have to … [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...]
Bible Journaling for Kids
When I started journaling in my ESV Journaling Bible, my daughter thought that was pretty cool. She was very interested in trying it on her own. I haven't seen a journaling Bible made especially for kids yet, but I thought if I got her a small journal she could start journaling favorite verses from her Bible. She LOVED that idea. Of course, when I wanted to look for affordable places to purchase supplies, I immediately thought of Oriental Trading. There is so much in-stock, at great prices, that … [Read more...]
She’s Dealing with Divorce…
My close friend (since childhood) is dealing with divorce. After 15 years+ and three kids, it is a hard decision and I wish there were more I could do for her. This post has nothing to do with divorce specifically, when we should divorce, and casting blame. It has to do with showing others love when they need it most. With Valentine's Day season coming up, and her birthday, I think this is the perfect time to show her extra love. Do you have divorced friends that could use some extra love this … [Read more...]
31 Days of Bible Verses for Tweens (+ printable calendar)
With the New Year fast approaching, I'd love to encourage you to share the importance of daily devotions with your children. Spending quality time with God each day is not just good for you, as parents, but it is also an important habit for the kids to start as well. My daughter is turning 8 this week and she loves reading her Bible. I was excited to see a new Bible available for Tween girls: Faithgirlz Bible. I am putting this one away for my daughter for when she gets just a bit older. This is … [Read more...]
After the Crucifixion: A.D. The Bible Continues
From Executive Producers Roma Downey and Mark Burnett comes an uplifting spiritual journey through the later chapters of biblical history. A.D. picks up where the smash hit, "The Bible," left off, continuing the greatest story ever told and exploring the exciting and inspiring events that followed the Crucifixion of Christ. [Tweet "The Crucifixion was only the beginning of the story. #ADTheSeries"] About A.D. The Bible Continues As most of the world knows, the Crucifixion was only the … [Read more...]
Journaling Bible (Give the Gift of God’s Word this Year!)
The ESV Journaling Bible, from Crossway, provides the perfect way for you to keep a journal of your spiritual life right inside the Bible that you read and study each day. With covers and formats that look like the finest journals, the Journaling Bible features 2-inch ruled margins. Use the margins for: writing observations reflections prayers praises notes journal entries journal art [Tweet "This unique Bible makes a great gift and lasting keepsake for anyone who values God's … [Read more...]
