Christmas is right around the corner! And although the most important ‘reason for the season’ is to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, many of us also enjoy the sights, sounds, and experiences that are associated … Continue reading →
Saturday at the Food Pantry by Diane O’Neill and Illustrated by Brizida Magro is a new release from Albert Whitman Publishers. The book is written from the perspective of Molly, a little girl who visits a food pantry for the … Continue reading →
Giving thanks on Thanksgiving Day usually happens while the turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes sit on the table growing cold. So how can we show God our gratitude and still be able to enjoy the food hot? We can make … Continue reading →
According to Barna.com three out of five children raised in the church leave by the time they are fifteen. Most never return. I don’t doubt those findings. I see it in my own church and in my own family. So … Continue reading →
Proverbs 17:22a (NIV) says, “A cheerful heart is good medicine.” This idea is spot on target. Scientific research verifies that laughter carries many benefits. How? According to the Mayo Clinic, when you laugh, your body releases endorphins. This chemical relieves … Continue reading →
Halloween causes many Christians to cringe and wonder what to do. It’s also a time young children feel scared. Choose to counter the spooky by engaging children in discovering truth, trusting God when afraid, and finding the good things to … Continue reading →
