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HELP is ON the WAY

Are you OVERWHELMED? STRESSED? IMPATIENT? DEPRESSED? “Help is ON the WAY!” Isn’t that what we crave to hear? Isn’t that what we NEED to KNOW? Psalm 33:20 assures us God “is our HELP and our shield.” HOW is GOD my HELP? He assures me that I’m not alone. He comforts me that His eye is on me. He reminds me that my joy is in Him. He directs me with the promptings of His Holy Spirit. He leads me in the way of truth which shields my children and me from Satan’s schemes of deception. He is my reward. He is my joy. HOW …

How to Make Your House a Joyful Home

‘Wives should feel that home is their place and their kingdom, the happiness of which depends mostly upon them.*” Ouch. You mean the happiness of my family depends mostly upon me??? As much as I would love this responsibility to fall on someone else’s shoulders, the fact is I am the one with the responsibility of constructing a joyful home. So how do we intentionally design our “place and kingdom”? Fashion a home which glorifies God and as a natural result love, joy and rest fill each room? This will not come naturally. By nature we are …

The Unique Struggles of a Special Sibling

“He gets mad at the smallest things and always causes a scene. I’m embarrassed to be seen with him.” ” I feel ignored and resent how much time he demands from my parents.” Click To Tweet “Why can’t I just have a NORMAL family like everyone else?!” “As much as I am embarrassed to be around my brother, I worry about if he is OK without me.” “It hurts when people are rude to him… but I feel guilty and ashamed because I am the rudest to him of all.” “Who will take care of her if something happens to …

Books to help grow Moms and their Daughters

With so many resources available to moms these days, it’s not easy to know where to invest our time and money. After spending time with a group of moms of girls going through Five Conversations to Have with Your Daughter, I put together a list of good reads for a mom and her daughter. Having a “next read” helps us keep our momentum going. Some options simply nurture a love of reading, while strengthening an understanding of faith. Others are more openly devotional or Bible study driven. You’ll see that the suggestions for girls are organized by children, tweens, and …

20 Foundational Verses for Every Family to Grow

Not too long ago, I saw a photo on Facebook that read “If you don’t teach your children to believe in Jesus, then world will teach them not to.” As I sat staring at my screen, I realized their world revolved around me right now and then wondered what messages my words, actions, and lifestyle reflecting for my kids. The more I thought about it, the more I thought we’re like everyone else as a typical Christian family, we go to church on Sundays and Wednesdays. We pray at meal times and before bed. We say a prayer as we …

Finding Quiet in Our “Everything is Awesome*” World

In our dazzling million dollar budget animated everything is awesome sensory overloaded world… it is hard to think…to pause…to find quiet. Daily life now resembles the rapid fire visuals seen on huge 3D movie screens which dash at us so fast… we don’t pause… to calculate… to consider… The overwhelming roller-coaster of clamorous non-stop information penetrates our minds and splits our thinking…while silently shaping who we are… from the inside out. Our souls starve for quiet reflection amid the pounding chaos. For uninterrupted thoughts. For deep truth. When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the …

Can I Play with Your I-Pad?

“Mimi, can I play with your I-Pad?” asked my precious 5 yr old grandson, Logan. I paused. I hesitated. I had heard his footsteps and risen from my early morning prayer time to greet him. “Well, do you know what I like to do when I first wake up, Logan?” Gazing into his big eyes, I continued. “I like to read my Bible and pray to God. Would you like to do KIDZ TIME? “YES!” he happily responded.” Soon, the KIDZ TIME 2: PRAISING GOD A-Z DEVOTIONAL was open and scissors, crayons, and tape covered the kitchen table. We chose …

Tell Him About Jesus / Compassion International / by Jenny Sulpizio

Most of us have enough knowledge and enough resources right now to change at least one person’s life. It’s not a matter of knowing there is a need. It’s a matter of caring enough to do something about it. –Lisa Whittle We watch them on the news. We hear about them on the radio. We’re aware of their plights taking place half-way around the world. We’ve been told of their suffering, their horrendous living conditions, and the struggles they face, but more often than not, we don’t offer assistance. Many of us are holding on to the hope that others …

Mother Could Face Felony Indictment Charge

I live in Mayberry. Well, not really, but a small, “Christian” town. We’re known for being a mecca of non-profits who join hands to help others. You can find a Bible study any day of the week, any time of day at the church of your choice. Young preacher, old preacher, contemporary or traditional worship service, come one, come all. Wear your suit. Wear your shorts. We’re here for you. But beyond, and unfortunately sometimes including, the well scrubbed faces of little ones flooding Sunday school classes, you’ll find the tear stained cheeks of children suffering physical, emotional, and sexual …

Saturday KIDZ: CAST YOUR WORRIES ON JESUS

Following is today’s Saturday KIDZ TIME devotional! Set out juice and a treat. Open your child’s Bible to 1 Peter 5:7. Place a yellow crayon beside their Bible so during your devotional time, they can color the verse. This will help your child connect the dots that what you’re teaching them is from the Bible. And, it is fun to be in God’s Word! KIDZ TIME BIBLE VERSE: C: Cast your worries on Jesus because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 CRAFT: Child cuts out pictures of “worries” from a magazine; then “hooks” them to fishing pole with tape or pipe cleaner. The worry …

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