It's that time of year. Everyone is arguing over when is the correct time to bring out Christmas decorations and when is the appropriate time to start listening to the joyful sounds of Christmas music. Better yet, it's the time when Christians are preparing for Advent. It's important to know what something is before you just jump in and celebrate. Adv[...]
In our family, it’s important to teach the full story of scripture, including during Advent. We celebrate Christmas because of Jesus’ birth but the Son of God has existed before the beginning of time. The Trinity isn’t an easy doctrine to teach anyone, adults or children, but it is one of the most foundational doctrines for Christians. So this y[...]
Last but not least, a gift guide for guys. Not sure if the guys in your life are easier or harder to find gifts for. This year all the guys I'm shopping for are really easy. Almost too easy. Check out these practical and simple ideas for some ideas! Bluetooth SpeakerWe have and love this little speaker. It's loud enough for us to use outdoors o[...]
After sharing a few other gift guides, a kid gift guide is what everyone is asking for. If I'm being honest, I don't want to suggest you purchase your child or anyone's child a bunch of junk or just things that they will outgrow by next Christmas. The consumerism that is holidays in America is crazy but I also love gifting things to my kids and others[...]
Gift guides have become a little excessive in recent years. This year we're keeping things practical and simple. I'd love to stick to the want/need/wear/read idea, but I know that's more for the kids. Those categories are still in my mind when I'm shopping for others. At this point for me personally, I'm almost done shopping and a large portion of gif[...]
Essential Christian Doctrine by John MacArthur is such a good resource. I got this book to review from Crossway Books and because of the nature of the situation, it's a digital copy. I'm so glad because now it's a searchable addition. I've been using this for research for the past few months and I'm enjoying it. AFFILIATE LINKS USED. FIND THE FULL[...]
*I received this book from Crossway in exchange for a review. Michael J. Kruger has come up with a great approach for this conversation. Each topic/chapter is addressed as a letter to his daughter who is in college. This book would be a great gift for parents of high school and college kids along with the kids too.His approach is kind and carin[...]