Ideas to Encourage Independent Play
These verses have been special to me in different seasons and for different reasons. I first read this in the King James Version before I was a Jesus-follower and it caught my attention because…
My Own Top Ten Savvy Sauce Episodes That Never Made the Top Ten
On August 19th, 2007, I began following Jesus. From that day forward, documenting life in a commonplace journal enriched my life. In this journal I jot down favorite Scriptures and passages from books or conversations I don’t want to forget. I also include answered prayers, stories that build my faith, and random thoughts I am able to process better when I put pencil to paper.
Five Questions to Start Your Year Off Well
This time of year makes me giddy!!! Rather than New Year’s resolutions, I like to reflect on what has worked well in the past, take inventory of the present, and prayerfully prepare to seize opportunities that may come my way in the future.
Intentionality Precedes Blessing
Intentionality often precedes blessing. Do you notice this theme in the Bible too? Here are a few examples. Keep in mind these are not formulas, but wise principles.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens”
Colossians 4:5b (AMP) “make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious].”
Gifts for Children’s Easter Baskets
If you are planning to spend some money on material things as a gift this Easter, would you consider purchasing resources with a greater purpose?
Ten Play Ideas for Rainy Days
Summer is my favorite season! Where I live in the midwest, summer days are hot, but not too humid, and summer nights are wonderfully warm. It’s my favorite kind of weather and it provides so many options for outdoor activities!
Favorite Easter Activity with Kids
Do you hide Easter baskets for your kids to find? This was one of the traditions I carried forward from my childhood.