By Jessica Wolstenholm
If you’re new to the idea of apologetics, you might be asking, What exactly is apologetics and why would such a big word matter to my kids? Apologetics means “a reasoned argument or writings in justification of something, typically a theory or religious doctrine” (via Dictionary.com). In other words, apologetics look at why we believe […]
By Jennifer Thorson
For some churches, communion is an occasional part of the church service meant to simply help those who partake remember what Christ did through His death on the cross. For others, it is a deeply meaningful aspect of every worship service, which allows the communion of those who partake with Christ and the saints in […]
By Editorial Team
Although hand-washing has always been a priority, in recent weeks, correct hand-washing has become a hot topic! It’s hard enough to get kids to use a napkin let alone lather up and scrub, scrub, scrub for 20 seconds or more. Sure, they can sing Happy Birthday a time or two but that might leave our […]
By Editorial Team
These are unprecedented times in our world. With the COVID-19 epidemic, right now we need connection to God and our community more than ever. But for the good of all, we need to stay home. Staying connected to God and each other is very important and the church plays a big part in that process. […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
I was 9 years old and sweating in the open-air sanctuary at my church’s summer camp. The special guest speaker that year had a lion puppet. A huge lion puppet that could never ever remember the Bible verse. He said it crazy every single time . . . until he got it right, along with […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
We’re raising Christian kids in a world that points to all kinds of different role models for boys, some of which are good, some not so good. If you asked most little boys in our world today who their heroes are, you would probably hear a lot about athletes or entertainers. Or maybe even superheroes. […]
By Melanie Rainer
It can be easy to read the Bible and only see the stories of the amazing men—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Elijah and Elisha. David and Solomon. Peter and James and John. But the Bible has lots of stories of incredible women too. Strong and brave women who led armies and challenged kings. Prophetesses who heard […]
By Jennifer Thorson
Ever find yourself saying to your kids (or mumbling under your breath), “All I want is some peace and quiet!” After a long day in the van on the way home from a 9-hour trip to visit the grandparents, that’s exactly what I find myself saying to my four kids! The peace I’m looking for is […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
Whether you’re just starting a New Year’s resolution to make family devotional time a priority and you need help getting started, or you’ve been doing it consistently for years and need some fresh ideas, these tips for great family devotional times will help you have consistent family devotions that are effective, engaging, and fun. TIPS […]
By Editorial Team
When I asked my son to name a famous set of friends in the Bible he quickly said, “David and Jonathan”. Their friendship begins fast and remains fierce, “the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.” (1 Samuel 18:1 ESV) David and Jonathan made […]