Springtime Crafts for Children
According to the groundhog, Spring is just around the corner! And, I, for one, couldn’t be happier! I am so ready for sunny, warm days with flowers to smell and pick! Here are a few of my favorite spring time
Brandi Riddle
Who Will Carry Your Spiritual Baggage?
Several years ago in the youth service at my church, our former youth pastor spoke about the baggage that we carry around with us daily. This topic has really been stuck in my mind since that night. Each of us
Winter Crafts Ideas for Sunday School
Try these fun Winter themed crafts in your Sunday School. What better way to enjoy the cold weather than to make some fun winter crafts! On those days when it’s snowy or just too cold to get outside, bring the
5 Fun Christmas Craft Ideas
Christmastime is here, and what a fun time of year for crafts! Here are a few of my favorites: 1. Gingerbread Puppets: Supplies Needed: glue, cinnamon, popsicle sticks, tape, brown crayons Have children color a template of a gingerbread boy
Should We Compare Our Children?
Recently I became a mom of two. My oldest son just turned seven and my newborn is now eight weeks old. They are both joys in my life, and I am overwhelmed with gratitude that I was chosen by God
Make November a Month of Thanks
With November right around the corner, the holiday season is quickly approaching! Here’s a fun idea to help your family remember the blessings that have come your way during the month we set aside to be thankful. Beginning November 1st
Pumpkin Prayer Activity & Object Lesson
The pumpkin prayer is a classic activity for Christian families and Sunday School classes leading up to the Halloween season. Use our printable template and directions to share this object lesson with your kids this October. Prayer Pumpkins Activity Idea
10 Fall Fun Ideas for Families
Fall is a favorite time of the year for many people. We see God’s handiwork in the changing of the leaves and the relief of cooler weather after a warm summer. We get to decorate with pretty wreaths and fun
Helping an Older Sibling Adjust to a New Baby
Seven years ago, I gave birth to a son. My husband and I knew almost immediately that he would be our only child. We felt content with one child and didn’t think we would ever want another one. When said
What To Do When Homeschooling Doesn’t Work
One year ago at this time, my husband, son and I had packed up our apartment in Louisville, Kentucky (where my husband attended seminary) to move back to our home state of South Carolina. My husband had graduated from seminary,
Don't Let Fear Keep You from That Mission Trip
I’ve been thinking a lot about fear lately. I have many fears. I fear the unknown; I fear the known, sometimes. I fear for my son; I fear for my husband. These are just a few, and I know that