We were talking about the Rich Young Rule in Matthew 19 at church recently which had me thinking about following Christ, obedience, full surrender, and pretend Christianity. Matthew 19:16-22 The Rich and the Kingdom of God 16 Just then a man came up to Jesus and asked, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?” 17 “Why do you ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, keep the commandments.” 18 “Which ones?” he … [Read more...]
Why Journaling is Important for Your Faith
Do you journal? Sometimes I use a book to inspire journaling and other times I even use this blog to journal. I really love books like Break Out! Journal by Joel Osteen to help with the journaling process. With prompts at the end of each chapter, it allows my journaling to flow more easily. 12 Ways that Journaling is Important: helps you stay connected with God writing helps you come to terms with things struggles in your life increases your ability to focus on God and spiritual … [Read more...]
RAGAMUFFIN: The Life of Rich Mullins
This summer I have been turning down many movie review requests for this blog. I am trying to free up time this summer with the family and honestly, we have a lot of DVDs here at our house. But when I heard of the RAGAMUFFIN movie based on the life of Christian musician Rich Mullins I just couldn't say no. I had to see this movie and add it to our family friendly, faith-based movie collection. I was not disappointed. It was so well done. Aren't we all ragamuffins when it comes to Christ and the … [Read more...]
Meaningful Easter Gifts for Kids
Though we do give candy to our kids in their Easter basket, I also give them faith based Easter products as well. Both of my kids love new videos and new books. Thankfully, Zondervan offers meaningful Easter gifts for kids in any age group. Based on my kids age I am going to give them new books from Zondervan. What goes inside your kids' Easter baskets? Toddler Easter Gift Ideas An Easter Gift for Me by Crystal Bowman Goodnight Angels by Melody Carlson The Rhyme Bible Storybook for … [Read more...]
VEGGIES IN SPACE: THE FENNEL FRONTIER Giveaway
A great Easter Basket idea for the kids: the new VeggieTales DVD: Veggies In Space: The Fennel Frontier! My kids love VeggieTales and I love how creative and fun they are with stories I am familiar with. They put silly twists on the stories for kids and parents can just laugh and enjoy the things kids are not picking up on. The Fennel Frontier is no different. It is so fun and my daughter loved it as well. About Veggies In Space: The Fennel Frontier VeggieTales®, the global leader in kids’ … [Read more...]
A Valentines Day Gift For My Husband
This Valentine's Day I think I gave my husband the perfect gift of love. It is a gift I knew he would want - practical and deeply necessary. The Modern Life Study Bible: God's Word For Our World from Thomas Nelson is honestly the best Valentines Day gift for my husband. ABOUT THE MODERN LIFE STUDY BIBLE Using historical context and fresh insights backed by biblical scholars, The Modern Life Study Bible explores the timeless truths that connect the people and stories of the Bible to the … [Read more...]
Making Peace with Myself
I am now currently in the third week of my healthy living journey. This week, I have been working on making peace with myself. Making peace with how I look now, with the clothing size I am in, with the number on the scale. I must remind myself that God does not love me any more or any less based on these numbers. What He wants is my heart. I am worth more than any of those numbers. I'm not gonna lie. This has been hard. I love snacking on highly processed, high sugar foods. But, I am excited … [Read more...]
