We are all probably running around with preparations and shopping for Christmas. But have you stopped to think about what do you want that day to look like from an eternal perspective? Did you ask God for His will for that day? We tend to ask for help only in moments of despair, or when we feel we do not have the solution ourselves. We forget to ask God for direction. Here are some questions you can ask HIm as we prepare to celebrate Christmas with our kids: - God, what do you want our day to look like? - We have our own traditions, but I want your will above my plans and traditions. Is there something I should stop doing? Is there something we should start doing? - Besides the food, the gifts, the movies, etc, how can I celebrate the birth of Jesus in my household? What, where, how and when should I do it? - God, I want our family to have a real encounter with Jesus during this Christmas season. Can you give me ideas of how I can facilitate that? How can I create spaces for you to come and dwell among us? If you already do this, or have ideas/suggestions of things we can add to our celebrations that create spaces for Jesus to come and dwell among us, share right here!

Kindergarten - 2nd grade

I made these Advent Cards a few years ago, but I thought it would be a quick and easy Advent devo for you and your family. Enjoy!

You can't stand in a corner, remain indifferent and be effective. We need to pick a side and get in the fight! For our children, for their future, for the calling of God in their lives! TAKE A STAND! Fight for the Kingdom Purpose in them! Is it possible that the devil looks at our children and believes in their purpose and calling more than we do? He is attacking them because he sees them as a threat! Are we equipping them to defeat the enemy and be a light in the dark world or do we see them as victims? PARENTS, let's STAND and FIGHT!