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Have You Been Delivered From The Power Of Darkness?
Have you been delivered from the power of darkness? You can be. We are all under the power of darkness. We are born sinners and therefore we are children of the devil living in his dark domain. Praise the Lord! He Delivered Me. He is the one who delivered me from the power of darkness. […]
Continue readingRestoration – Help in re-entering society after long term prison sentences
Do you know a fellow believer that has been in prison, but has found restoration? Restoration is a good biblical word. Our disobedience requires judgment and sometimes imprisonment. But is there hope for these in this predicament? YES! God can change hearts and bring restoration. The following story is about a prisoner getting ready to […]
Continue readingSOLA – A Book Review On the Five Solas of Scripture
“Sola” is a fast paced condensed explanation of the five solas of the Reformation. It provides sufficient historical background to put the Reformation and it’s Solas into context without putting one to sleep. It is definitely written from a reformed perspective and assumes that “the Reformers are our theological forebears” I don’t think these truths […]
Continue readingJournal As You Read God’s Word
As I read God’s Word each day, I keep an open journal in front of me. I started this several years ago, but wished I had started very early in life. Years ago, I heard a very wise lady say, just write at least one verse that spoke to your heart today and so I […]
Continue readingA Super Way to Connect With Your Children and Grandchildren
How do you connect with your children, your grandchildren? I’m sure there are all kinds of ways. Here is one super way that we as parents and grandparents can do that. Try using lunch box notes or in other words, use some form of notes, whether it be notes in the lunch box, notes on […]
Continue readingInstilling Biblical Truths into my Granchildren – Vengeance belongs to the Lord
Vengeance belongs to the Lord only. How often we want to take matters in our own hands. We become angry or disgruntled regarding a matter and just want to get even. With the election still on everyone’s minds, I am amazed at how people want vengeance because they are angry at the outcome of the […]
Continue readingWhat Have You Said Thank You For Today? A Thankful Challenge
What have you said thank you for today? We ought to be thankful every day to the Lord. Because this is Thanksgiving month, let’s make it a point to say thank you for something specific every single day. A 31 Day Challenge Below is a list of 31 things for which to be thankful. Join […]
Continue readingDo you know what the Bible Says about the first fall?
Crunching leaves, brilliant colors, and crisp breezes are all signs that fall has begun. Many people look forward to this time of change, as summer heat gives way to cooler days, and autumn hues overspread the landscape. Fall is also a fun time, with harvest festivals and other special events and celebrations. Affiliate Links in […]
Continue readingIllusions – Do You Know The Difference Between What Is Real And What Is Not?
Illusions are fun because they challenge our sense of reality. We see illusions everywhere, from tricks in magic shows to special effects in movies, and can usually tell the difference between what is real and what is not. Affiliate Links in this post – Disclosure They are the work of the master illusionist, Satan, who […]
Continue readingYou Can Live Forever
“Forever With Jesus” is a child’s book written by Lee Ann Mancini and illustrated by Dan Sharp. The book was given to me by the publisher in exchange for a review. I was once again happy to review a book for children especially since I have 20 grandchildren. God is good! This is the third […]
Continue readingOur Effectual Prayer should be Made Known unto God
Our Effectual Prayer should be Made Known unto God. What is your prayer life like? Are you continually bringing your requests to the Lord? Or do you you worry and fret instead of praying? Or maybe you call a friend and confide in someone else first. This one little verse offers 6 ways that we […]
Continue reading7 Lessons from the life of Mannaseh
What lessons do you learn from God’s Word? God’s Word is the mirror of truth. If one looks into it honestly each and every day, they will see so many things that need to be worked on to make their walk one that is pleasing to God. When I look into the mirror each day, […]
Continue readingHow Many Days Do You Have Left On This Earth?
How many days do you have left on earth? None of us can answer that question, but we all know that we all die. Some die young, some in between and some on into old age. But no man knows the day or the hour. It is only God who knows our appointed time. Yes, […]
Continue readingPatriotic Printables – Freebies for the 4th of July
There are several patriotic printables for your enjoyment. You will find coloring pages, games, wall decor, and more. If you love celebrating Independence day with your family, then I hope you’ll find something you can enjoy from these printables. GET ACCESS TO YOUR PRINTABLES HERE As a believer let’s: Pray for our country and for those […]
Continue readingHave You Thought Of Asking A Hard Thing From The Lord Today?
What are you asking from the Lord today? Have you thought of asking Him a hard thing? Remember nothing is too hard for the Lord? How often I neglect my prayer life because I really don’t believe that God will answer the hard things in my life. But He will, He does and He wants […]
Continue readingGifts for Dad
Are you looking for some gifts for dad this Father’s Day? There is really not a one size fits all list, but here is a list of several wonderful gift ideas that are a perfect fit for dads of all kinds. Quick and Easy Gifts for Dad or the man in your life -Gift cards […]
Continue readingThe Greatest Lesson My Dad Ever Taught Me
My dad has taught me many lessons throughout life. He is one man that I really miss now that he’s been in heaven since 1994. What a blessed hope knowing that I will one day reunite with him in the presence of our Savior. My dad loved his family and although he had to work […]
Continue readingDrop Everything and Let’s Play Drop It!
Drop everything and let’s play Drop It. Yes, we are having a family game night and are playing a new game that was given to me from Tryazon for my honest review. The name of the Game is Drop It which is a new board game by Thames and Kosmos. The gist of the game: […]
Continue readingThe Gospel Through Videos
Kids love videos and so do adults for that matter. What a great way to share the gospel with them. Make your own or use some that are already available. I’m not one to stick kids in front of a video 24/7 for an automatic babysitter. There are times however, when you just need a […]
Continue reading10 Ways God Shows His Great Love To Us PLUS a free printable
God’s love is so great that we cannot comprehend it! God is love and we love Him because He first loved us. Without God, there would be no love. There are many verses which tell of God’s love, but here are 10 specific verses on how He shows us His great love. These are verses […]
Continue readingAn Awesome Piece of Jewelry That Can Be Used To Share The Gospel
In my jewelry collection is an awesome little bracelet that can be used to share the gospel. I have used this bracelet in Sunday School as well as with my grandchildren in telling them the good news of Jesus and the reason they need Him to save them from their sins. It is not the […]
Continue readingStories that Only God Can Write – Use Them to Instill the Gospel Into Your Grandchildren
Tell me the stories of Jesus, write on my heart every word, tell me the stories most precious, sweetest that ever was heard. ~F. Crosby This is a song we sing often in church, but as an adult, do I really mean those words? Do I crave the Word of God and all the wonderful […]
Continue reading12 Simple and Clever Ways to Share the Gospel With My Grandkids
Do You Want To Instill The Gospel And God’s Word Into The Hearts And Minds Of Your Grandchildren? It is always fun to use different products to help us as grandparents to do this. Below are several of my favorite, ones that I have used personally or would like to try in the near future. […]
Continue readingDon’t Fall For The Devil’s Lies – The Truth Can Set You Free!
You definitely cannot do this! You are just not good enough at it. You totally just don’t get it. You’ll never match up to what so and so has done. You might as well give up because it just is not going to happen. What’s the use anyway; there’s so much out there than someone […]
Continue readingSo Many Ways to use The Wordless Book Gospel Colors To Instill The Gospel Plus a Free Printable
Grandparents, here is a wonderful way to connect with your grandchilren. We should make it a point to find creative ways to instill the Gospel into their minds and hearts. Our children and grandchildren are the only “thing” we can take with us from the world when we enter eternity. Don’t you desire to have everyone […]
Continue readingSharing the gospel with my grandchildren through Salvation Bible Verses PLUS A Free Printable
Jesus said Let the little children to come unto me. Don’t stop them. For of such is the kingdom of God. Here’s a great way to share the gospel with your grandchildren; give them a copy of their own salvation/gospel Bible verses. 13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and […]
Continue readingFabulous Find – Free 5 Day Mindful Eating Challenge
For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, (1 Tim. 4:8) Now that’s a convicting verse. How often I want to concentrate on the health of my body and how I can make it function or look better, but I forget to concentrate on the health of my soul and how […]
Continue readingInstilling the Gospel Into My Grandchildren – Introduction
Parents and Grandparents, are you making it a point to instill the gospel into the hearts, souls, and minds of your children and grandchildren? Oh how important it is for us to do that! I’ve seen so many children left to figure things out for themselves. It shouldn’t work that way. God tells us […]
Continue readingFREE PRINTABLE VALENTINE’S DAY JESUS LOVES ME BINGO GAME
I don’t many kids that don’t like to play Bingo. I know all my grandchildren do. And my Sunday School Children always loved it. Often, I try to come up with a Bingo game that goes with the season. This valentine game has been in my files for a while and I’ve used it with […]
Continue readingCan You Imagine Surviving The War Under Hitler?
It is hard to imagine trying to survive. At least for me it is because I’ve never been there. Well yes, I’ve been in a few accidents that brought me close to death, but when it was all said and done I never had to work at surviving. But to survive war and war under […]
Continue readingMore Great Valentine Gifts – Look Here!
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Continue readingA Round Up of 10 Valentine Gifts Suitable and Meaningful for Grandparents
Valentine’s Day is so very close and maybe you are looking for a last minute gift for Grandma or Grandpa. Here are 10 gift ideas that might be helpful and suitable for them. I’m sure you can find something that they will love. Honestly, being a grandparent, I don’t have to have an expensive gift, […]
Continue readingHow Many Bible Couples Can You Match In This Valentine Game?
Since it’s Valentine Season, let’s think about couples in the Bible. Here’s a game to see how many couples you can match up. There are some that may be a little difficult but it is a great little game that you could use at your ladies fellowship, a valentine banquet, or even in a family […]
Continue reading10 Super Good Valentine Gift Ideas for Kids
Everyone wants good valentine ideas for kids. Here are some great ones if you are looking for something different than the usual ideas for valentine’s day. Most kids love anything you get them and I am sure you can find a good idea or gift for that special child in your life. I’m not sure if […]
Continue readingFour Exciting Applicable Truths From The Life Of Noah
The life of Noah is another exciting and intense story. It is amazing that he could preach for 120 years and not one soul besides his family was willing to get into the ark. But praise God for this one righteous man who was willing to stand for the truth no matter what. NOTE: Affiliate […]
Continue reading14 Day Memory Verse Challenge on the Love of God
Jeremiah 31:3 The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee. The Lord appeared long ago to His people and assured them of His love He reminded them that His love is an everlasting love Because of His love […]
Continue reading20 Encouraging Bible Verses for Dementia and Alzheimer Caregivers
You never know how you might be a blessing to someone. I received an email from someone recently who was encouraged by the message I had sent out recently. Some days are hard on her because she is the caregiver for someone very dear to her who has dementia. Although I too have cared for […]
Continue readingFree Kindle Book Today – BE DISTINCT by Warren Wiersbe
Here’s another great freebie for your Kindle Library. (AFFiliate Link) Get it while you can! BE Distinct (2 Kings & 2 Chronicles): Standing Firmly Against the World’s Tides The BE Series Commentary Kindle Edition by Warren Wiersbe
Continue readingSix Ways to Lead Your Family Biblically
Do you ever wonder how you can lead your family and direct them in the Lord? Deuteronmy 6 offers some great principles in guiding your family that we can use every day. If you’ve had trouble doing this before, then this New Year, take time to study the passage and ask the Lord to help […]
Continue readingFabulous Finds For The Close Of The Year
It’s the close of the year. Don’t you like to go shopping with your gift cards or Christmas money you may have received? Or maybe you are just looking for some end of the year fabulous finds out there. Here are a few. The most fabulous find anyone can have is the gift of eternal […]
Continue readingLast Minute Gift Ideas for All Ages – Grandkids too!
Are you hurrying scurrying to get those last minute gifts? Are you out of time and out of ideas? How about a digital gift that you can download straight to your computer? There are many items out there for all ages. Here are a few great ideas. 10 Last Minute Gift Ideas For All Ages […]
Continue readingEncountering Jesus – Have you personally encountered Jesus?
Encountering Jesus as a baby or child face to face would have definitely been a unique and glorious experience. I try to put myself in the place of each of these as it happened. What must it really have been like? John the Baptist Luke 1:41 And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth […]
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