"Heavenly Father, I ask that my kids’ highest goal would be to serve others. You said You give grace to the humble (Proverbs 3:34) and You listen to those with a humble heart (2 Kings 22:19). I pray my children would be heard and receive Your grace as they learn to be a servant to all (Mark 10:43-44). I pray they would do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than themselves (Philip- pians 2:3-5). May they follow Your example as a true servant ...
Seeds Family Worship Song – FREE!
We all have times where we become "unglued" for a certain amount of time. Some read, some go for a walk, some listen to music. Me? I listen to kids music. Yes, that's right. No, not that annoying nursery rhyme music, but Seeds Family Worship. It's meant for children to listen to, but parents find themselves listening to it even when the kids aren't around. It's that good. I'm a huge fan of Seeds because all of their music is straight from scripture. It's an amazing resource when wanting to ...
It’s Christmas Time! {Veggie Tales Twitter Party Alert}
Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? We have a great way for you to get some shopping done for FREE! I'm teaming up again with Veggie Tales to bring you another fun Twitter party. Yes, you could win some awesome prizes that would make great Christmas gifts. Here are the details: WHO: You are invited {and spread the word to your friends!} WHAT: A Christmas Veggie Tales Twitter Party WHEN: Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 at 7pm CST. WHERE: Twitter.com {remember to use ...
Praying God’s Word for Your Kids: Self Control & Temptation
Self Control & Temptation. Two things that are huge to be praying for. Let's face it, temptation is all around us, even in our little children. And self-control is so hard for adults, think how hard it is for children to learn this concept. "Oh Heavenly Father, I do not want my children's lives to be like a city whose walls are broken down {Proverbs 25:28}! Cultivate self-control in my children's hearts {Galatians 5:22-23} and help them keep themselves under control {Proverbs 29:11}, ...
30 Day Giving Challenge – Days 10 – 16 {#30daygive}
We've finished our second full week of the 30 Day Giving Challenge. It's been a great week - here is how we've given: Saturday: I cleaned out my closet to donate items Sunday: Wrote thank-you notes to those who have helped or encouraged us this week. Monday: Took time to donate to an amazing cause, RiceBowls.org. Tuesday: Raked leaves for Dad Wednesday: Started collecting food for church food bank Thursday: Started making a gift for each Mothers Day Out and Homeschool Co-op ...
Opryland Hotel’s 2012 Lighting Ceremony
TODAY is the day folks! We have been looking forward to this day for so long and have been counting down. Every year we go to the Lighting Ceremony at Opryland Hotel and it is one amazing experience. This kicks off the 29th annual Country Christmas celebration that will run through January 1, 2013. “With more than two million twinkling lights and acres of stunning decorations that attract visitors from all over the world, there’s no better place to celebrate the season,” said Gaylord ...