Advent is a season of preparation for Christmas and extends over a period of four weeks. Unlike the physical preparations for Christmas – decorating our homes, making gift lists, baking, etc. – the preparations of Advent are primarily internal. It is the preparation of our spirits, a turning of hearts and minds to the truth […]
How to Make Generosity a New Christmas Tradition
Christmas is about the birth of Christ and God’s generosity in giving the world the greatest Gift. You understand that—and if you’re a parent, you want to make sure your kids do, too! Enter Operation Generosity. It’s your family’s mission to bless someone this Christmas Eve with crazy, wild kindness. We mean true generosity that […]
You Were Created to Feel | Jess Rios
Frustrated with how my day was going and my three-year-old son’s continuous crying, I quickly snapped, “Charlie, please stop crying!” “Mom, you told me it’s okay to feel,” echoed in between sobs. Convicted by my own child, who quickly reminded me of a little piece of wisdom I shared with him not even a […]
Faith & Business | Suzanne’s School of Dance
1. What is your business, and what do you do? I am the owner of Suzanne’s School of Dance together with my husband, Patrick Sleebos. We offer quality dance classes in an uplifting environment. Our motto is “Excellence of dance and heart.” 2. What does it mean to be a Christian dance studio? How does […]
Finding Love Half-Way Around the World: An Adoption Story
In April of 2004, Will and Sherri Sakson embarked on a journey that would change their lives, and their family, forever. The Sakson’s wanted a baby: someone that they could love, cherish, and nurture. Little did they know that their simple desire would lead them half-way around the world with 13 other families desiring the […]
10 Prayers for Your Daugher
By Lysa Terkeurst There is something I’ve come to realize I need to guard against as a mom. I sometimes want to be God in my kids’ lives. I want to write their stories. I want to set the courses of their futures. I want to determine what’s best for them. I want […]
Christ in the Kitchen: Teaching Your Kids the True Meaning of Easter
Around this time of year grocery stores fill up with eggs and candy. There is talk circumventing cities and schools about Easter bunnies and egg hunts. For many children today, the true meaning of Easter is shrouded in mystery. I remember being a child and sitting through the lengthy two hour Easter service on […]
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