“All teenagers cuss. It’s just what they do!” “That’s not true! Micah, Ezra, and Caleb don’t cuss!” One of the students at the school where I teach told me about the conversation above regarding our boys a few weeks ago. I teach at a small Christian school that provides home, …
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The True Story Behind The Marvelous Mud House Q&A
One of my favorite things to do is talk to children about the true story behind The Marvelous Mud House! First, I want to know what they learned from the story. I love to hear their responses like "be content with what you have and help others" and "people are more important than stuff" and "God …
Teaching your kids how to walk in the light.
By April Graney Just after facing the devil’s temptations in the wilderness, Jesus moved to Capernaum and began his public ministry. Matthew 4 tells us this fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah 9:2 which says, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of …
Planting Gratefulness in the Hearts of our Children
Lessons from my Dad My dad had the questionable habit of picking up hitchhikers in the mid-eighties, especially in winter. One icy school morning, my little sister and I snuggled up in the back seat of our station wagon, while my dad pulled over to invite a stranger into the front seat. A …
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You are a present from God!
*These posts are written to be read as a devotional to your child. Isn't it wonderful when someone gives you a present? Whether it's a birthday present or a Christmas present, or just an every day "because you are special" present, it's always really fun to get a present isn't it? What is the …
