The Value of Quiet
Our culture is uncomfortable with silence. We rush to fill times of quiet with the radio in the car or the television at home. We listen to MP3 players as we jog. After reaching our audio limit, we drop into … Continue reading →
Investing in a Writing Career – Interview with Lin Johnson
We have been looking at ways of Investing in a Writing Career. Today is the last post in this series. I am pleased to post this interview with Lin Johnson, the owner and director of the Write-to-Publish Conference in Wheaton, … Continue reading →
Why I Don’t Give Anything up for Lent
Growing up Catholic, I was used to giving up something for Lent. As a kid it was chocolate or donuts or some other treat. One year it was comic books–that was hard. For years after I left the Catholic Church I … Continue reading →
Four Meaningful Ways to Observe Lent With Children
What is the best way to observe Lent with children? Although different denominations will vary in their approach, there are four common disciplines that are usually associated with this forty day season: Fasting Bible Reading Prayer Service Here’s some easy … Continue reading →
4 suggestions for when Littles Ask BIG questions
My youngest granddaughter looked up at me between bites of pizza and asked: “Who’s Jesus, Grams?” followed by, “Can I see him? Can I talk to him?” The Apostle Paul did say we should always be ready to give an … Continue reading →
FREE Men of the Bible Coloring Page-Samson
The story of Samson isn’t the easiest one to share with children. Everyone loves the beginning when he’s the strongest man around. But the choices he made, and the way he lived his life, aren’t exactly preschool-friendly. One of the … Continue reading →