Calm Anxious Kids with God’s Word

Calm anxious kids with scripture. God’s Word tells us, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7). The way to relieve…

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Yiayia’s Blessing

Yiayia’s Blessing is a beautiful prayer specifically for grandchildren. Grandparents have unique opportunities to share the gospel with their grandkids. My friend, Bev Coniaris, prays this prayer at bedtime with her grandchildren sharing the love of Jesus. I hope you’re inspired by her sweet and meaningful words and actions.  xoBecky Yiayia’s Blessing  “Jesus loves you…

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Powerful Prayers for Kids

Powerful prayer is a parent’s best tool to both encourage and protect our kids. Start the day covering your children of all ages with blessings and love as they head out the door, off to school, and into the world. Daily prayer becomes a great habit, for the whole family. Incorporate scripture into the prayer.…

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God’s Great Gift… FAMILY

A special thank you to guest blogger, David Appelhof,  for sharing his love of the Lord and the blessing of family.  xoBecky God’s gifts have been many throughout my lifetime. One of the greatest gifts is my family. Family reunions are a time to celebrate and give thanks for the relationships we share. My wife,…

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Don’t Solve Your Grandkid’s Problems

Are your grandchildren experiencing life, in real life situations? Do you solve your grandkid’s problems? Are your grands encouraged to fully enter decision-making, problem-solving, conflict-resolving situations? When adults (grandparents included) step in, children don’t have the opportunity to step up, to be responsible and experience the consequences of their decisions. Life is more difficult in…

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10 Tips for Difficult Family Gatherings

Family gatherings can be a time of joy, a time of angst or everything in between. God created our families. It’s our responsibility to try our best to be a loving peace keeper, even with the really difficult relatives. And there’s usually at least one in every family. The uncle who consistently asks inappropriate questions, the…

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A Grandparent’s Getaway

Grandparents need their own special friends. Long-lasting friendships like this, centered in Christ, are invaluable. This particular group has been together through thick and thin, prayed with and for one another, their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Enjoy this story of a grandparent’s getaway to have fun! A special thank you to guest blogger, David…

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The Bible: A Family’s Guide to Life

Faith lessons and family values are rooted at home, in what a child learns, observes, and lives each day. So, how well do your children know the Bible, God’s Guidebook for life? Can your children defend their beliefs? Can they stick to biblical principles and family values despite the whims of society? I’ve noticed in…

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Six Signs of Bullying Behavior

Bullies are everywhere, especially these days. Kindness is at an all time low. Bullying behavior is not just mean, it’s contempt and cruelty. It is more than teasing, it’s repetitive and unwanted. The goal of the bully is to dehumanize and ostracize the targeted individual. Surprisingly, bullying can begin as early as age five, the age…

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Purposeful Prayer

Prayer is the conduit to heaven. Prayer provides strength and peace to our lives and covers our families with spiritual protection. So why don’t we pray more often? Prayer takes time. Period. We have to create space in our busy lives for prayer. S.D. Gordon sums it up well, “Great people of the earth today…

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