Here are 15 meaningful and unique gifts for your women’s Bible study group (for Christmas or any time)! Don’t make your gift list without checking out these ideas! 1. Christmas Scene Tea Towel I love this tea towel as a reminder of the Reason for the Season! A unique gift. 2. Bookmark and Pen Set This Bible verse bookmark and matching pen set would make a pretty (and appropriate) gift for a friend in your Bible study. There are several different sets in the collection. Plus, they’re very affordable, which is great if you have a large group.  3. Scripture Pendant Necklace This set of five ..read more

Gratefulness can be a big concept for kids to learn to practice when their tendency is to always focus on themselves. As a Christian mom, explaining thankfulness to your child according to the Bible and implementing some simple parenting techniques can go a long way in shaping their perspective, pointing them to Jesus, and helping them cultivate a grateful heart.  One afternoon, as the whining and complaining from my children again increased in frequency and volume, I sat with my head in my hands wondering how to address the behavior that most grates on my nerves. Aside from hollering, “B ..read more

Looking for some biblical resources to celebrate Thanksgiving in a faithful way with your family? Here is a list I’ve  put together of all the resources I have available here at the blog! Click on each link below to be directed to the individual resource: Top 17 Thanksgiving Bible Verses for Kids God Makes Me Grateful: Bible Lessons on Thanksgiving for Families November Thanksgiving Scripture Reading Plan 24 Days of Psalms of Thanks Thankfulness Jar Activity to Remember God’s Faithfulness Thanksgiving Bible Verse Printable Posters Free Thank You God Kids Coloring Pages 25 Free Thanksgiv ..read more

What do I tell my child when they ask questions about God and I’m not sure I know the answers? Here are Biblical answers to kids’ questions about God! We will tackle seven common questions children ask about Jesus, God, and Heaven! When I’m reading a Bible bedtime story with my six-year-old, the last thing I expect is for her to ask me a complicated question in the middle of a page. But being the inquisitive child she is, that’s what inevitably happens! And it’s usually something like this: “Mom, can I ride a pony in Heaven?” “Do you think Jesus liked wearing sandals all the time like I do?” S ..read more

If you’re thinking of planning a family road trip to the Black Hills out in western South Dakota, there are a ton of family-friendly attractions and amazingly fun activities to do with your children while you’re exploring the western part of our beautiful state!  Here are 15 fun things to do in the Black Hills of South Dakota with your kids! 1) Mount Rushmore The crown jewel of attractions in all of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore gives you a chance to get up close and personal with some of the greatest presidents in US history.  Or, as my younger daughter called them when she was thre ..read more

This fall, some children will return to in-person school for the first time since the pandemic began. Although my own children were in school full time last year, I have many friends who had different experiences!  As we go back to school this fall, there are still some frustrations and uncertainties that we’re all dealing with as moms.  Maybe you’re frustrated because your child has to wear a mask all day. Perhaps you’re a little uncertain if your child will even make it all the way through the year or if they will have to quarantine or stay home at some point. Or, you may be concer ..read more

If you have a child who struggles in school, here are some Bible verses you can pray over them!  Scripture isn’t meant to be an instant fix for our child’s circumstance, but what these school-related Bible verses do to help your child is threefold: Encourages them as they walk through struggles and difficulties Reminds them of God’s love and plan for their life Gives them truth to fall back on when they are confronted with falsehood I’m covering five topics that seem to resonate most with my four children when they are having a tough time at school and the Bible verses you can use to en ..read more

As a mom of four young kids, three of whom are school age, I desire our children to not only grow academically but also in wisdom and character as they learn! And here is the truth: All the A+ grades in the world do no good if our children do not grow in godly wisdom throughout their school years! 12 Powerful Back to School Prayers to Pray Over Your Kids First published 8/3/2016, when my third child was going off to preschool! Prayer is not only a way to submit our requests to God, but to declare the power of God’s Word and His work over our families. These 12 school year p ..read more

Try this simple and delicious Raspberry Rhubarb Jam recipe with no pectin and a lower sugar content than regular recipes! This is a recipe that is made quickly and easily, even if you don’t have a lot of jam-making experience!  A few years ago, I posted a recipe for Strawberry-Rhubarb freezer jam  that my Grandma Rosemary made yearly when I was a child! She made all sorts of jams and jellies and they were favorite to eat on homemade bread, over ice cream or on pancakes!  This year I wanted to share with you my Grandma Rosemary’s Raspberry Rhubarb Jam recipe! It contains no ..read more

When we first think of Bible verses for graduates, usually Jeremiah 29:11 comes to mind. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord…” That promise is good to give, and yet there are SO many deep and meaningful scriptures that high school graduates can take to heart as they walk into their unknown future. What is a good Bible verse for a high school graduate?  Today I’m sharing 25 of the best Scriptures for graduating from high school and breaking them down into topics below so you can find the best verse to use for your graduate’s situation. These Bible verses I’m sharing tod ..read more