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Time and time again research tells us that the biggest influence on a child’s faith is the faith of their parents. Faith-practices in the home, faith discussions, and the examples that a parent sets when it comes to faith are key in shaping a child’s view on God and faith. This fact delights and terrifies…
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How To Make The Choice To Homeschool Or Not
Note from Amanda: Educating our kids is part of the bigger picture of teaching our kids about God and the Bible. Each family is unique. How do you navigate the myriad of schooling choices? Tasha shares her experience to help families think through the “how to school” decision. I grew up as a teacher’s kid. I have such fond…
Help Your Kids Memorize Scripture
An important part of keeping your kids in the Word is helping them to memorize it! Hiding scripture in their hearts is a skill and a habit that will benefit them for life. There are many ways you can help kids to memorize scripture. Different methods work for different kids, so keep trying until you…
Creating Meaningful Christmas Traditions
I love this time of year. Christmas carols, twinkling lights on trees, sipping hot chocolate, decadent treats, time with family and friends, incessant ads and commercials about all the things you and your children absolutely have to have – oh wait… maybe I don’t love that part. I love to give gifts. One of my favorite…
Don’t Forget Jesus
The holidays. A time of faith, family, reflection, and remembrance. I’m afraid though, in modern America, they will often resemble little of this and more of rushing, to-do lists, sales, and making everything “just right.” We lose the focus of their true meaning. The holidays should be a slower-paced, relaxed time celebrating Jesus and spending…