How Children Learn about God
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Spiritual Growth
Bridging the Gap Between Resurrection Sunday and Passover
“This is a day you are to commemorate; for the generations to come you shall celebrate it as a festival to the Lord—a lasting ordinance.” Exodus 12:14 NIV Growing up Christian, I rarely understood Judaism and its significance to my faith until … Continue reading →
Devotions for Preschoolers
Over the years I have had several opportunities to write devotional books for young children. One of those books is The One Year Book of Devotions for Preschoolers (Tyndale 2004). This book is 12 years old and is still going strong. This book features … Continue reading →
Walk the Walk
Have you ever walked with small children? Hand in hand, they keep up with you by taking two or three steps for each one of yours. Experts say walking is the simplest and best way to get healthy and stay … Continue reading →
God’s Love Valentine’s Day Game
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to share God’s love with children. Here is low-cost game that requires very little time to prepare. Kids are challenged to think of examples of God’s love in the world He created for us. … Continue reading →
The Fine Art of Faithfulness
I was recently taken aback one Sunday after church when a man in his early thirties said to me, “I’m so proud of you.” “You are?” I couldn’t fathom why he’d be proud of me. He was about the age of my … Continue reading →