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It is the beginning of a New Year, and for many people that means a time of new beginnings and resolutions. I have to admit, I am not a big fan of New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps like many of you, I tend to start off the year with many grand plans. I usually am going…
Kids in the Word
A Year of Memorizing God’s Word
Each year, I make a commitment that I am going to memorize the Word of God. I know that I need to hide God’s Word in my heart–because it keeps me going in the way I should, helps me keep my sin accounts short, and it is an encouragement when I am discouraged. This year,…
What Chopsticks Taught Me About Not Underestimating My Kids
It was a Sunday. Our family went to grab some lunch after church before heading to get groceries. It was one of those days. I just knew everyone would be cranky, Mommy included, if we didn’t get some lunch before trying to tackle our errands. We went to a sort of fast-food, serve yourself, diner-style Asian restaurant. In…
Fasting for the New Year
Each January, I fast in order to spend more time with the Lord and gain a clearer direction for the New Year. While my fast often means a change in my diet, I also choose a non-food item to sacrifice during this time. My goal is to spend as much time with God as I…
Psalm 1 Scripture Memory Cards
Have you printed out your 2015 scripture log for the Family Scripture Memory Challenge? Make sure to do that and then download this January’s free scripture cards to memorize Psalm 1 together. An easy way to use the scripture cards is to put them on a book ring and flip through one or two each week, reciting…