Getting Kids On Board With Chores: Cultivating an Atmosphere of Family Work in the Home
If you already have a perfectly running chore system set up with your kids, this post might not be for you. However, if you, like me, have struggled to get everyone in the family sharing the load of routine home maintenance, often running yourself weary in the process, then I hope this post will give…
Read MoreHow to Teach Your Kids the Whole Bible
Wondering how to teach your kids the whole Bible? This post is for you! Paul, in 2 Timothy 3, writes to Timothy of the terrible times to come. Then, he contrasts the evil men of these coming times with himself, his teaching, and the persecution he has endured. Paul then follows this up with an…
Read MoreA Non-Traditional Epiphany Celebration
Observe a non-traditional Epiphany celebration with these simple and meaningful ideas For years I had a desire to observe the holiday of Epiphany. For years January 6th passed us by as just another ordinary day. Every year, by the time Christmas had come and gone I was DONE. Filled to the brim on special treats…
Read MoreCelebrating St Nicholas Day – How To Do This Christ Centered Tradition
Celebrating St Nicholas Day is a fun and simple way to start the Christmas season off with a focus on Jesus. Who Was St. Nicholas? St. Nicholas was born in the 3rd century in what is now the southern coast of Turkey. His wealthy parents died in an epidemic, leaving him heir to their fortune.…
Read More“Who is God?” Preschool Bible Lessons on the Attributes of God – LOVE
Inside: Lessons on God’s love for preschoolers in the Attributes of God series. **Note: I was unexpectedly unable to complete this series when I originally was teaching these lessons. I am trying to recreate the lessons from my notes as I have time, so stay tuned!** Every week, I have the opportunity to visit the…
Read MoreThe BEST Back to School Tradition Ever!
Back to school time brings with it a lot of fun traditions – school supply shopping, new outfits, first day pictures, and many more. Last year, we started a new tradition that has quickly become a favorite because of how fun and meaningful it is! Before the new school year starts, I set aside some…
Read MoreHow to Build Your Family’s Stone Memorial
I recently heard someone say as reason for their unbelief, “I believe we shouldn’t rely on something we can’t see, hear, or feel to make things better.” That thought is so common, so wrong, and yet also understandable. It really struck a chord with me because while I’ve been on this path of seeing and…
Read MoreHow to Stop Feeling Like a Bible Study Failure
If you were busy and distracted and you accidentally skipped a meal, would you berate yourself? Would you decide that since you skipped one meal, what was even the point of trying to eat regularly? Would you come to the conclusion that you were just too busy to sit and eat? No, because the thing…
Read MoreOur Favorite Resources for Teaching Kids the Bible
There are so many amazing resources out there for teaching your kids about God and the Bible! I am often sharing about our favorites on Instagram, but I thought it would be helpful to compile an ongoing list that is all in one place and easy to reference. So, here it is! (Affiliate links included)…
Read MoreEaster Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt (Plus Free Printable!)
Inside: An Easter nature scavenger hunt (Affiliate links included) It was the first day of Spring this past week and we are all just reveling in the wonder of the season. Warm sunny days. Puddles to jump in. Birds chirping. Newness of life popping up everywhere. It’s like the whole world is declaring the good…
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