by Debra Hane  Are you one of those people who listen to Christmas music anytime of the year? In my family, it’s tradition to start singing Christmas songs Thanksgiving evening. Then we enjoy the sounds of Christmas till New Year’s Day. Of course, that’s accompanied...

By Lydia Kaiser  Children love to hear stories. Bedtime, bath time and between time, stories entertain and spark imagination. Bible story books abound, but are we taking full advantage of God’s purpose for recording these events?    The longer I study the Bible, the...

Elements of Spiritual Growth for ChildrenA child has just accepted Jesus as their Savior—this is fantastic news! But what now? Do you just send them on their way with a thankful satisfaction knowing that they are “safe and saved”? No! This child has taken the first...

By Jenna Townson  What’s something you’re thankful for today? God calls us to be a thankful people. Do the kids in your life have thankful hearts? Teaching kids to cultivate thanksgiving is a great lesson, not just for November, but for all year—every year! Here are...

By Sarah Porch  Fall is finally here, or as some of my friends like to call it, pumpkin spice season. Fall is a special time of year. The weather starts cooling down, school schedules are set in place, and some fun activities are around the corner. I personally love...

By Maribeth Pipkorn From the mundane to the serious, kids have many needs to bring to God.  “I’m in a concert on Friday, and I’m really nervous. Pray that I will do a good job!”  “My cousin is really sick. Pray that she will stop having seizures.”  “Please pray that...