We as Christian parents and teachers tend to take on a lot of stress during December. Interestingly, I see this happening in two ways. We shun anything that the world has latched onto during the Christmas season and made not about Jesus. We stress out trying to build strong, tall fences around our families to keep out all negative for fear ...
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Is a Bible On Your Christmas List?
As I have been reading through the key chapters of the Bible with many of you, I have come to appreciate more and more a quality study Bible. If you are in the ABCJesusLovesMe Facebook Group, you know that my Bible fell apart. See damages below. While my Bible was being repaired, I was asked to review the new study Bible by Tony Evans. ...
Needing Some Hope at Christmas?
Hope. I've shared many times before that after my sister died I clung to Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." I needed the assurance that God hadn't forgotten me. He hadn't tossed my heart to the side. He was ...
Making Your Own Christmas Traditions
Tradition. Tradition. Tradition! I can almost hear Tevye's strong voice singing the opening number to Fiddler on the Roof as he walks down the dirt road. My family had strong traditions growing up. Watermelon on July 4th. Carving jack-o-lanterns at Halloween. Pecan pie at Thanksgiving. Baking sugar cookies at ...
What All Families Should Do this Christmas
If you are an organized person, you have already started looking for the perfect Christmas activities for your family. The activities that will cause your children to fall in love with baby Jesus, make good choices, and sing your praises when they become an adult. If you procrastinate, you are hoping that you can pull together ...
3 New Products for Your Christmas Gift Giving {Giveaway}
My sister-in-law is amazing at picking out gifts. It truly is a talent. And then there is me. I can never find what I want or the prices are too high for my budget. I am giddy when I finally find a product perfect for each person on my list. If you struggle with gift ideas as well, here are three new products that ...
A Collection of Christ-Centered Christmas Ideas for Families
Google "Christmas ideas for kids" and you will be provided with 65,500,000 links - literally. Just the thought of searching through a few of these makes me feel overwhelmed. So, I have made it easy for you. I have shared links to our favorite ideas and then you can decide which ones you want to explore further. ☆ Activities ☆ Happy Birthday ...
Collection of Christmas Ideas to Keep Christ the Center
Google "Christmas ideas for kids" and you will find 65,500,000 hits - literally. Just the thought of searching through a few of these makes me feel overwhelmed. So, I have made it easy for you. I have shared links to our favorites and you can decide which ones you want to explore further. Activities Lego Christmas Activity: Impress Christ ...
Filling Your Holidays and Home with Music: The Best Christmas CDs & Giveaway
The Best Christmas Music One of my favorite parts of Christmas is the music. I love to hear the beautiful melodies and gorgeous harmonies. Plus I love the peace that it adds to the atmosphere in our home. With the help of my Facebook friends, I compiled a list of the everyone's favorite Christmas CDs. Ptxmas - Pentatonix Christmas ...
What Will You Serve for Christmas Breakfast? Here’s a Winning Idea!
Curious what you are looking at? Breakfast gone wrong, you ask? Nope. That, my friend, is pure deliciousness that produces smiles around our breakfast table. I had German Pancakes for the first time when in college and on choir tour. I still remember the goodness. After we had kiddos, I went in search for the recipe so that I could serve ...