What is a catechism? Webster defines it as a summary of religious doctrine often in the form of questions and answers. Question and answers make for a great way to memorize and learn things for adults and for children. What is doctrine? It's a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief. Christian doctr[...]
When I shared that I was reading this book, I got many messages asking for my opinion. When I first got the book from the library, I didn't know that it was a controversial book but after finishing it I can see why people have mixed opinions about it. To Train Up A Child by Michael and Debi Pearl is a very popular book and has something like 25k copie[...]
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[...]