Ask, Seek, Knock
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” — Matthew 7:7 Not too long ago I received an email from someone I had never met before. … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Prayer
Go and Make Disciples – a family discussion.
“Go and make disciples…” The words of Jesus’ great commission (see Matthew 28:18-20) are almost too familiar to us. They roll off our tongue in memory verses and rattle round our ears comfortably like words spoken as a lullaby. But … Continue reading →
Steps for When It’s Tough to Forgive
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day. Many celebrated their love for each other with gifts and gestures of kindness. So, why talk about forgiveness during a month that is dedicated to love? Because forgiveness is important in our relationships with others and with … Continue reading →
Grandparenting with a Purpose by Lillian Ann Penner (Book Review)
■Grandparenting with a Purpose: Effective Ways to Pray for Your Grandchildren ■Author: Lillian Ann Penner ■Publisher: Crossbooks ■ISBN-13: 978-1-9150-7611-6 ■SRP: $12.00 ■Reviewed By: Janice Green Rating: Grandparenting with a Purpose is a treasure of inspiration for any grandparent who is passionate … Continue reading →
Refrigerator Prayer Door
“Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God.” Philippians 1:3 NIV By this time we’ve thrown out tucked away all our Christmas greeting cards. Beyond pulling them out for kids winter art projects or snip off … Continue reading →
Teaching Children to Pray
By Heather Tietz Prayer training and potty training have something in common. They both develop from routine. While some children must be lured to the toilet, others simply watch the bathroom habit of everyone else and then one day decide … Continue reading →