If there’s one thing we can all agree on as parents it is that time goes by way too fast. As a parent, I try to find time to connect with my kids each and every day. I have found that doing devotionals with my children is the best way to get that quality time…
Learning to Read Using God’s Word
My seven-year old is in first grade and he is learning to read more complex books. To keep up with the pace at school it is important that he practices reading at home. He is already required to memorize verses from the Bible, but it is great when he can actually read Bible stories that…
Teen Read Week 2014
Teen Read Week (http://teenreadweek.ning.com/) — October 12-18 — is a literacy initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). Libraries across the United States will be celebrating Teen Read Week with a variety of events aimed at encouraging teens to read for pleasure. Teens have so many options for entertainment, so why not…
5 Ways to Help Your Child Read Early
I’ve always worked really hard to help my kids to become early readers. There are some great tips I’ve picked up over the years that I’m excited to share with you. #1. Reading Together It’s so important to take time to read with your kids. I know it’s not easy, but finding the time and effort…
Bible Reading Teens
I’m sure you remember being a teen. If you were anything like me, reading was not a hobby for you!! And if reading was a hobby, then I would imagine that for many reading the Bible was not in your Top 10 list. Reading the Bible can be a difficult task for adults. It never fails…
Encourage Your Kids’ God-Given Dreams
“Everything in life belongs to God. Our purpose has already been mapped out.” – David Luiz. As a parent, I want to teach my kids that they are capable of doing anything that God has for them to do. I would imagine that you do to! But, finding role models for them who go after their dreams…
Daddy’s Girl Or Boy
I’ve always been a daddy’s girl. Not only am I a child of the King, but He’s also given me a father on earth to care for me. Father’s Day is right around the corner. While I want to honor my dad on Father’s Day, I also love to cherish the memories we have together. Also, you should know that I’ve…
Fruits of the Spirit Lessons for Kids
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23 I had extensive Bible training growing up. My family memorized all sorts of scriptures and Bible text. I can even remember playing games and challenges with scriptures. One of the most talked about sections of the…
Raising Daughters of the King – The Preteen & Teen Years
I often hear of how moms struggle to have great relationships with their preteen and teen daughters. Sometimes it’s just the normal stage that many teen girls go through—separating themselves from their mothers to find their own identities. Other times, though, our relationships with our kids are directly impacted by our past family history and…
Whatever You Grow Up to Be
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” That question can be one of the most intriguing questions to pose to a child. You never know what they are going to say. It can be anything from a doctor to a professional bubblegum blower. I used to think I would one day become…
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