As we roll into the busy holiday season, now is the perfect time to be intentional with our families or students. This season offers countless opportunities to "impress" (Deuteronomy 6:4-9) the love of God and love for others on the hearts of our children or students. Whether through simple acts of kindness, fun traditions, or creating meaningful ...
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Preschool Prayer Songs
Do you struggle to get your family or classroom quiet and focused for prayer? A prayer song might be the solution you’re looking for. Not only does it help calm a children’s body, but it also prepares them to talk to God. I’ve found that a simple prayer song can turn a chaotic moment into a peaceful, unifying experience. Let’s explore how you can ...
From Chaos to Calm: Family Vacation Survival Guide {TRANSCRIPT #9, 57}
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Heidi Franz, Host 00:00 There's something about cramming a family of six into tight spaces without much personal space that can really test the patience, and this is very characteristic of a family vacation. Yet, despite the challenges, I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunities we have had as a ...
Cultivating a Lifelong Love for the Bible: A Parent’s Guide from Toddlers to Teens {Transcript #48}
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Melanie Simpson Co-host 00:00 On today's podcast episode, we are going to get into the topic of teaching your child to read the Bible on their own. We have covered choosing a children's Bible, so be sure to reference that episode before you start this one. Today we really want to hash out how you ...
From Pages to Hearts: Finding the Best Children’s Bible for Your Child {Transcript #47}
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Melanie Simpson Co-host 00:00 How on earth do you go about choosing a children's Bible? Hmm, you get on Amazon, you go to the bookstore. There are so many options. Well, in today's episode, Heidi and I are going to walk you through some of the steps that we used as we made those decisions for the ...
From Pages to Hearts: Finding the Best Children’s Bible for Your Child
Have you ventured into the world of children's Bibles on Amazon or Christianbook.com? The sheer multitude of options can be overwhelming - paraphrase Bibles, picture Bibles. story Bibles, and theme Bibles, just to name a few. Yet the burning question remains: Which Bible is the perfect fit for my child? The answer hinges on both your ...
Unwrapping Joy: Choosing Contentment over Comparison
How easy it is to get wrapped up in the holiday comparisons. I struggle every year. My house isn’t beautiful enough. Did you see her tree?The gifts I've chosen won't be what people want. They will think I don't listen to them well enough to know what they want and like. Other families have better traditions than we do. They ...
Discovering Life Lessons from The Prince of Egypt: The Musical {Giveaway}
This weekend I had the opportunity to preview the new The Prince of Egypt: The Musical. Choreography. Amazing.Singing. Breathtaking.Visual Effect. Stunning. This live performance by the West End's Dominion Theatre in London was powerful. Yet, it left me pondering if there was more than mere entertainment—perhaps a deeper lesson that ...
Navigating Grumpiness: Finding Gratitude Amidst the Hard
Ever feel like you're walking through life with a perpetual frown? Are you tired of how your grumpy attitude is impacting your relationships, especially within your family? You're not alone. Grumpiness is an emotion that can easily take over our lives, especially when life becomes a bit challenging and weariness sets in. However, allowing ...
Navigating Grumpiness: Finding Gratitude Amidst the Hard {Transcript #45}
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Melanie Simpson: 0:00 On today's podcast, we want to talk about what to do when you are just feeling grumpy. If you haven't listened to the podcast where we talked about gratitude and thankfulness, hit that one first and then come here for those days when you are just not feeling ...