Is it almost Easter already? This year is flying by so quickly. It's hard to believe. I wanted to share some books that our family loves, that I think would make perfect non-candy Easter basket ideas. Yes, I still put candy in the kids Easter basket, but I also like to include new Christian books to enjoy. I have a preschooler and a tween here at home, so this list of books is for the age group specifically. Easter Books Perfect for Preschoolers Here are five books that are perfect for … [Read more...]
Seven Frugal Christian Traditions for Easter
Easter is always fun to celebrate, and these frugal Christian Easter traditions make it even better for your family. Easter can be costly if you do all of the events and baskets, but these frugal ideas are perfect Christian Easter traditions that focus much more on your faith and much less on possession and candy. Seven Frugal Christian Traditions for Easter Read the scriptural account from each of the Gospels and compare details. Instead of just one account, read all 4 Gospels account of the … [Read more...]
She’s Dealing with Divorce…
My close friend (since childhood) is dealing with divorce. After 15 years+ and three kids, it is a hard decision and I wish there were more I could do for her. This post has nothing to do with divorce specifically, when we should divorce, and casting blame. It has to do with showing others love when they need it most. With Valentine's Day season coming up, and her birthday, I think this is the perfect time to show her extra love. Do you have divorced friends that could use some extra love this … [Read more...]
Faith Inspired Valentines Day Decor
This last week my Princess and I have been decorating for Valentine's Day -- at least our mantle. I ordered a couple new plaques from Family Christian, we did some water color painting, and cut out some paper hearts. We've actually had a great time, bonding together, over Valentines Day Decor. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3: 16 My eight year old made this. We were thinking of doing a … [Read more...]
31 Days of Bible Verses for Tweens (+ printable calendar)
With the New Year fast approaching, I'd love to encourage you to share the importance of daily devotions with your children. Spending quality time with God each day is not just good for you, as parents, but it is also an important habit for the kids to start as well. My daughter is turning 8 this week and she loves reading her Bible. I was excited to see a new Bible available for Tween girls: Faithgirlz Bible. I am putting this one away for my daughter for when she gets just a bit older. This is … [Read more...]
After the Crucifixion: A.D. The Bible Continues
From Executive Producers Roma Downey and Mark Burnett comes an uplifting spiritual journey through the later chapters of biblical history. A.D. picks up where the smash hit, "The Bible," left off, continuing the greatest story ever told and exploring the exciting and inspiring events that followed the Crucifixion of Christ. [Tweet "The Crucifixion was only the beginning of the story. #ADTheSeries"] About A.D. The Bible Continues As most of the world knows, the Crucifixion was only the … [Read more...]
Christmas Advent Countdown with Books!
What is the Christmas Advent Countdown? Celebrating the Advent* season in our home is an exciting, fun, yet meaningful way we countdown the days until we can celebrate the birth of Jesus. Honestly, we are really celebrating his birth all month long. Advent is a fancy way to say "coming". So our family loves to celebrate by doing a Christmas Advent Countdown. Beginning December 1st and ending December 25th we celebrate his first coming as a baby. We are also reminded during this season, that we … [Read more...]
