“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”— Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NIV) The Lord, through Moses, is establishing the parameters for daily liturgy—a commonplace catechism of worship that requires no church building or rites more sacred than the everyday practices of a family at work and play together. Verse 7 underscores the ... [keep reading]
More than beautiful places, it’s the people who make travel unforgettable
A couple of blocks away from the turquoise waters of the Bohol Sea, my family of seven gathered in a tiny coffee shop for lattes and smoothies. We were eight months into our trip around the world and pros at finding quaint coffee shops in any place. As my teens played another round of Monopoly Deal, I noticed a man stumble outside in front of the shop. Under the influence of something, he spread himself out on the ground in front of the door, blocking anyone from entering or exiting. What Can ... [keep reading]
Why the beginning still matters: Helping your kids understand Genesis
“Why did God make the world?” “Why is there so much pain?” “Can God fix what’s broken?” If you're a parent, you’ve likely heard questions like these—or maybe asked them yourself. And if you’ve ever stumbled in trying to answer, you’re not alone. But the truth is: the answers our children need begin… in the very beginning. Genesis 1–3 isn’t just the opening of the Bible—it’s the foundation for everything our kids need to know about life, themselves, and most importantly, God. 1. ... [keep reading]
3 easy ways to add a little more personality to your home
Personality is that the special, unique thing that makes your home feel less like a furniture showroom and more like you! It's that collected over time, stories in every corner kind of energy. And the good news is giving your home this meaningful personal touch is easier than you might think! Here are three of my favorite (easily doable) ways to turn up the personality in your home. 1. Paint Your Home's Mood with Color Color, more than any other design element, sets the ... [keep reading]
3 one-minute prayers to pray over your grandkids as they follow God
Are you a grandparent who wants to make a lasting spiritual impact on your grandkids? Use these quick, daily prayers to boost their faith and remind them of God's steadfast love as they devote their lives to following Him. "Yes" to God Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 Lord, there is a tug-of-war for control of my grandchild’s spirit. They know the truth of you and your Word, but they feel the pull of ... [keep reading]
How tiny actions can lead to grand adventure
I thought I might have to turn back. On our family trip to Montana, I was overcome with exhaustion walking up the four-mile hike that traverses the mountain up to the summit of our favorite ridge top. We’ve been climbing this trail for over twenty years and it’s one of the adventures I look most forward to each summer. This time, my dad, my husband, and my children were far ahead of me. When I caught up to them at one of our rendezvous spots, they shared how the hike was affecting them much ... [keep reading]
This Fourth of July, let freedom ring with this stars and stripes chocolate cheesecake recipe
This patriotic dessert is adapted from Grandma’s version of a dessert she called Robert Redford. It has anutty butter-filled crust and layers of chocolate cheesecake. We add the fruit toppings for a holiday celebration to remember. Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 2 hours, 50 minutes Yield: 12 servings Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1 cup butter, softened and divided 1 cup chopped pecans 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 16 oz. whipped cream (homemade or thawed ... [keep reading]
Emergency-proof your pantry with these food storage basics
For years I’ve made a practice of having the ability to feed my family and friends for many months if the need arises. I’m not suggesting that you must do the same, but I will say that a bit of advance preparation can make such a difference in how you face an emergency. The peace of mind in knowing your family will emerge from the storm unscathed can’t be beat. Gardening Don’t forget the benefits of gardening as part of your food storage plan. Some locations are warm enough to grow ... [keep reading]
Using the ordinary to make the Bible extraordinary for our kids
When it comes to getting our children’s attention, the Bible has a lot of competition these days. You’ll remember that in Jesus’ well-known parable of the sower, some of the seed “fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants” (Matthew 13:7). The weeds overwhelmed and suffocated the good seed. Likewise, our children are surrounded by endless distractions and messages that make it a challenge to plant the good seed of God’s truth in their hearts—and to nurture that seed so it takes ... [keep reading]
What the sea teaches us about navigating life’s unknowns
“Here be dragons” appeared on a globe in the sixteenth century when no explanation could be given of what lies beyond the edge of the known ocean. Sailors and explorers were the astronauts of their time, venturing to faraway places and bringing back tales of what they had found. One of those explorers stopped in the Canary Islands off the coast of West Africa for supplies before venturing across the Atlantic Ocean. A small, unassuming chapel in Las Palmas, on one ... [keep reading]
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