Intentional Parenting: God’s Gift of Grandparents Not all children have ideal grandparents. There is really no such thing! However, grandparents are intended by God to fulfill a purpose. Whether you think they are fulfilling it or not, does not come into play. You can, and are expected to, teach your...

Intentional Parenting: Announcing Jesus at Christmas God was never secretive regarding His Son’s appearance on earth as a Savior. He shouted it throughout history before and after the event, giving us detail upon detail so we’d be sure to realize it when it happened. He has always wanted us to...

A POOR LADY GIVES HER PENNIES TO JESUS Mark 12:41-44 Children can grow up to be cheerful givers. All children can learn that giving is God’s way. It takes practice and demonstration. Help your children practice giving by encouraging them to focus on the birthday friend rather than themselves when...

Turkey Day Planning! Talk about your Thanksgiving plans! Include your children in the discussion. Let them know what you are thinking and get their thoughts. Let them help you make a list of food, activities, sleeping arrangements for you as you travel or for company coming to your house. If...