Parenting to Impress

Encouragement to Impress | Deuteronomy 6:7

Thanksgiving Traditions

The Blessing of Jesus

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As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a wonderful time to pause and reflect on the many blessings in our lives. Beyond the food we enjoy and the special moments with family, the greatest blessing of all is Jesus. Today, I’m sharing a heartfelt poem written by a woman who deeply impacted my life. THANKSGIVING PRAYER Lord, teach us we prayto love ...

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Gratitude that Lasts Beyond November

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I don’t know about you, but it’s easy for my family - and me - to slip into complaining instead of thanking. Meals, messes, overflowing laundry, busy schedules — sometimes the negative flows out so easily. Psychologists have found that children who practice gratitude are more positive, more satisfied, and experience fewer negative feelings. ...

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Happy Thanksgiving!…and Winner!

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Several years ago my daughter wrote this poem for school. Gobble, gobble, gobbleIt's time for me to sayStuff yourself with turkeyAnd have a thankful day.  Gotta love 2nd grade humor! Did you know that I thank God for you?  Yes, you!  I pray for you and ask God's blessings on your life. So, what are you waiting for?  Eat ...

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Let This Holiday Season Be Different

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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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How to Build a Heart of Thanksgiving in Your Child {Giveaway}

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Tis the season for the topic of gratitude! You'll hear it from the pulpit, the radio and even your favorite podcasters. As Christians we know being grateful is more than just a certain month set aside to be thankful. But do we really know how to live that way? Let's consider what it means to live gratefully and pick up some tips for how build a ...

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