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The Holy Spirit in Us
The story of Pentecost is an important part of God’s big story. Some people, however, may not understand the meaning of this traditional Christian celebration. As we teach our children about the ministry of Jesus, we ...
Teaching Our Children About Choosing Media
Discernment is crucial, and why the Bible tells us—and our children—to “keep in tune with wisdom,” “beg as loud as you can for good common sense,” and “search for wisdom as you would search for silver ...
How Can We Prepare Our Kids to Make Good Choices?
Last Christmas, my seven-year-old received a book from his grandparents. I hadn’t heard that title before, but I assumed it was okay because it seemed geared to his age level. My son loved it. He read ...
Helping Children Treasure God's Word
As parents, we have a powerful tool to share with our children. We can equip them with God’s Word to rely on when they need it most. This practice allows children always to have gospel truths ...
Discovering the Names of God: Four Devotions to Grow Kids' Faith
Our constantly changing world is full of many voices, so helping kids understand who God is can anchor them in truth, courage, and compassion. Natasha Menifee, a teacher, Christian leader, and devoted mom, has written this ...
Cultivating Rest in a Digital Age
I grew up on the very cusp of the cell phone revolution. I got my first phone at 15, a basic black rectangle with capabilities to call and text (but of course, texting was expensive back ...
Beyond Pixels: Parenting Tips for Meaningful Digital Connections
As a kid in the late 90s and early 2000s, I remember how special it was to call my grandparents (on a landline!) in another state each week. I would tell them about my schoolwork, friends ...
Make a Grand Difference in Your Child’s Faith Formation
Bible Verses: “You have taught me since I was a child, and I never stop telling about your marvelous deeds. Don’t leave me when I am old and my hair turns gray. Let me tell future ...
Easter: Go and Tell
What do your kids think of when they know Easter is approaching? They may think of the songs they’ll sing in Sunday school, the fancy outfits they’ll wear to church, or a special dinner with family ...
Helping Kids Find Jesus’ Hope in a Broken World
Sometimes we want to make everything seem “okay.” When our kids get hurt on the playground or bump their heads, when finances are tight and we don’t feel like we can afford birthday gifts, and when ...
A Family Journey Through the Beatitudes: A Series of 9 Devotions
How can we help our children understand true happiness and blessing? The Beatitudes, found in Matthew 5:1-12, offer a beautiful picture of the hope and joy that come from following Jesus, even in difficult times. Rather ...
