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For My Daddy Showed Me So

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. — 1 John 3:16Several years ago Nancy wrote to tell me the deep struggles ...

How to Raise Selfless Kids

There’s no clear guide for parents on how to raise selfless kids in today’s world.No parent leaves the maternity wing with the stated goal of raising that little bundle of ...

Yearning for Fluency in Prayer

Even when prayer seems a duty, like a homework assignment, we sustain the hope that it could grow into something more. A hidden treasure lies inside, if only we can ...

Staying Faithful

My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest. — Exodus 33:14When Moses witnessed how God had demolished the enemies of his people, he must have been ...

Boys Need Dads

Fathers play such an important role in the lives of children. I’m so thankful for the father that my boys have. Dads are special to all their kids, but there ...

The Power of Your Story

Bible Study of the WeekWelcome to The Power of Your Story. This study is designed to explore the Christian life through the lens of story. Each of the seven sessions ...

The Power of an Example

Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you. — Philippians 3:17One of the reasons God may ...

Passionate Mom, Purposeful Mom

The passionate mom must also be a purposeful mom.Passion + Purpose = PlanThese three bricks—passion, purpose, and planning—have a special relationship that can make or break a wall. And, of ...

Boss Your Taste Buds Around

Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on ...

Cultivating the Value of Gratitude

One time we were raising money for a new playground for the kids at our church. You may have seen these colorful wonderlands in parks where you live. They’ve got ...

What Makes a Great Dad

I recently asked my kids during our home school morning to write about what makes a great dad. As I read my son’s response, I was reminded that kids aren’t ...

Embrace Courageous Choices

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. — 1 Corinthians 16:13Thought for the Day: Making a courageous choice means walking on the path of ...

Finding Favor as a Mom

Finding favor as a mom can seem elusive.As a mom, have you not felt like a middle manager? You are your child’s supervisor, and while you don’t report to teachers, ...

Honor Your Father with a Scrapbook

We often hear people say “Honor Your Father and Mother”, but what does that truly look like lived out on a daily basis? It’s important that our children’s father feel ...

Are You Picking Apart and Judging Scripture?

For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and ...

Father's Day Sale

Don’t let Father’s Day sneak up on you! Whether he’s a hunter, take-charge guy, history buff, or just looking to dig deeper into God’s Word, we have the perfect gift ...

Free Resources

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Have you ever wondered if God can really use someone like you?

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