We live in a world full of confusing messages, so we know our kids need a strong Christian foundation. Here are 5 truths to teach them. In the world all of us live in today, we see what happens when truth, morality, and justice are not based on a Christian foundation. The helpless are in danger instead of being protected….
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5 Truths That Provide a Christian Foundation to Anchor Your Kids’ Faith
How to Talk About Salvation With Kids
It’s the most exciting thing ever, but how do you talk about Salvation with your Kids? Read more to find out ideas and tips. One day I was observing a kids’ rally at a summer VBS, and the speaker unintentionally gave an unclear call to respond. During the invitation, dozens of kids “responded” to salvation, thinking it was snack time!…
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Raising Sequoias: How Being Rooted in God’s Love Makes Kids Spiritually Strong
Want your kids to stand firm when life threatens to blow them around? See how they can be rooted in God’s love so they can be firmly planted. I spent five years living in the desert of California, and one of the things I vividly remember is the tumbleweeds! It was not uncommon at all to see those scrawny bushes…
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Behavior Problems Are Belief Problems: How Knowing the Attributes of God Changes Everything
Have you ever considered that behavior problems are actually belief problems? Read more to find out how knowing the attributes of God will help! When I was a kid, I grew up in the state of Florida, which is famous for its oranges. In our yard, we had a massive orange tree with a massive problem. Although the tree looked…
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4 Practical Ways to Help Kids Understand the Full Story of the New Testament
Help your kids understand the New Testament by teaching the full story of God. Check out these easy and practical ways to help them. Several years ago, I had the opportunity to coach an elementary soccer team. Coaching that age group is very entertaining because most of them have no idea what’s going on! To teach them about soccer, I…
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Fitting Scripture Together: Teaching Kids the Story of the Bible Instead of Just Bible Stories
The Bible isn’t a book of inspiring stories that help us be better people. Help your kids see how Scripture fits together to tell ONE story—the gospel. As a kid, two of my favorite church activities were review games and Bible drills. Every Sunday, we had a review game of boys versus girls, and, as a competitive boy, it was…
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The Anchor of Our Souls: Scripture for Anxiety and Worry
Scripture for anxiety and worry is exactly what you need when life threatens to consume you. We’ve got a FREE printable to encourage you! You know that feeling when your hands are shaky and your palms are just a bit sweaty? You’ve rehearsed it in your mind 100 times, and there’s NOTHING to worry about, yet you can’t help but…
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Advent Activities for Families: Finding a Meaningful Christmas Countdown
Advent activities for families—you either love them or hate them, right? While some moms are crafty, cute, and always on top of their Advent plans for the year (and if that’s you, I’m so glad!), I tend to be more on the well-intentioned but rather last-minute side. I want to do meaningful things, but planning is a struggle. Plus, budgeting…
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Serving With Kids: 5 Practical Tips and More Fun Ideas!
As moms, one of the most important things we can teach our children is to serve others. Not only does Jesus call us to do so, but we are blessed and grow closer to Christ in the process! However, this can be a huge challenge for families with small children. It’s easy to think we’re just in a season when serving…
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My Child Doesn’t Care About Serving Others . . . What Now?
Need some ways to help your child serve others? Read more on how to encourage your child to become a servant! A couple weeks ago, I was talking to our teen group at our church. As we discussed Jesus washing His disciples’ feet shortly before He gave His life on the cross, the conversation took a turn I wasn’t expecting….
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Conflict Resolution for Kids: You’re Doing it Wrong
When it comes to conflict resolution for kids, one of the first images that pops into my head is a referee blowing a whistle. From little league soccer games where kids couldn’t care less but parents yell at referees anyway to World Cup games where grown men bite each other or flop over on the ground to get penalties, the…
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How to Help Your Kids Make Wise Choices
I’ve found that some kids just really struggle to obey. Have you? Here’s how to help your kids make wise choices. I saw this struggle to make wise choices a lot as a classroom teacher. Some students were just natural rule followers who couldn’t get in trouble if they tried. Others couldn’t stay OUT of trouble if they tried. Even…
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Visiting Florida National Parks With Kids: Printable Pack
When it comes to our homeschool, field trips are the backbone. There is nothing quite like a completely hands-on learning experience. Books and videos are great when you can’t be there in person, but there is no better teacher than life itself. That’s why we make it a priority to stop in every possible education spot we can find! On…
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3 Steps to Wrapping Up the Homeschool Year
I know, I know . . . it’s the end of the school year, and you are more than ready to take a break. So many things in life call us away from some of the planning and record keeping that we know we need to do. Whether it’s that upcoming vacation, relaxing by the pool, picking up that book…
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How to Help an Anxious or Worried Child
Do you have a worried, anxious child? You’ll love this free printable! By the time I was 11, I was that anxious, worried child. Among other symptoms, I would be unable to sleep, wake up with my stomach hurting, struggle to eat, and get sick if I was going to have to do something new or face an unknown. This…
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FREE Books of the Bible Printable: 7 Ways to Make Memorizing the Books of the Bible Fun!
This Books of the Bible Printable Pack will help your kids memorize the books of the Bible and make connections in God’s Word! Remember back in the day when Sunday school and vacation Bible school teachers taught kids songs and rhymes to help them remember the order of the books of the Bible? Knowing the order came in pretty handy…
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The Secret to Making the Bible Lessons for Kids Come to Life
Do you want to make Bible lessons for kids come to life in a meaningful way that will impact them forever? Here are 5 secrets you probably haven’t thought of. 1000 pieces of the puzzle are dumped onto the table before you, and there’s NO BOX. Do you accept the challenge? Oh, I forgot to tell you one thing. You’re…
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10 Ways to Experience Culture With Kids by Studying Missionaries
Studying missionaries is a great way to experience other cultures with your kids. Check out this super cool printable pack. I don’t know about you, but I love traveling. I love tasting new food dishes, seeing the beauty of God’s creation in diverse landscapes, and learning about customs and traditions that are unique to the area. Sadly, we can’t spend…
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5 Ways to Share the Hope Within You
One of my pastors loves to tell the story of what happened when my son was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2016. We had been at the hospital for maybe an hour after a frightening morning at the pediatrician, followed by the longest ambulance ride of my life. My friend had graciously brought Chipotle for me to make sure…
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24 Scriptures for Identity in Christ
These 24 Scriptures for Identity in Christ will encourage you and help you understand how valuable you are to Him! It was April 17, 2010. I watched in disbelief, tears streaming down my face as my husband of 9 years decided family life was not in his plans and walked out the door for good. Although 2 little girls clung…
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How to Help Your Kids Find Their Identity in Christ
The world has an ugly message. The good news is there’s a lot we can do as parents to help our kids find their identity in Christ. I was so excited about youth group. These Wednesday night gatherings where I could enjoy my best friend and interact with people my age were a perfect diversion from a week of school….
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