We say mealtime prayers and pray with our kids at bedtime, but do we gather the family to seek God and expect Him to answer? Do we fervently seek God’s heart and will; praise Him, thank Him, ask for forgiveness, and pray for others and our needs? The fact is the majority of church attending parents aren’t praying as families. …
Grandparents With Impact
Many novels have been written about the mysteries and treasures surrounding Grandma and Grandpa’s house. Whether it is in the attic or a long dark hallway with beckoning rooms, there is something special about the visits to the grandparents. The food tastes better, the smells are sweeter, and the conversations more endearing. On one visit to my grandparents, my sister …
3 Things Every Dad Should Do After Pulling In The Driveway (Part 3)
#1. Find Mom. (click here for part 1.) #2. Sit (click here for part 2.) #3. LEAD. (Time: 15+) Not like a drill sergeant. Your family needs you to lead them to the heart of God; to be a family that faithfully follows Christ. “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24.15 As the father goes, …
Grandparenthood: Devoted and Connected
When attending a church Bible study last Sunday morning I witnessed a grandfather who was made fun of (even by the pastor) for having Facebook. I was unexpectedly blessed when I heard his response. It brought an “amen” to my lips and a challenge to all the other grandparents. He said, “The only reason I have a Facebook is …
Celebrating Grandparent’s Day: Leaving a Legacy Contest
Leaving a Legacy Contest Learning from past generations to impact future generations. The business of life often gets in the way of listening and learning from our grandparents: those of wisdom and life experience who have lived decades longer than our children. Photo albums are left incomplete, journals are left blank and letters are left unwritten. Therefore, memories are lost and …