Connecting "The Giving Tree" to Easter and what this absurd gift of grace means for our relationships with others.

I sure am glad God doesn't play games with us with the longings and questions of our hearts. Today, we're connecting Dr. Seuss' Please Try to Remember the First of Octember! to Jesus' final words to highlight the certain hope we have and to help our kids anticipate God's promise of heaven confidently. Let's get to it!

It's not a question of whether our kids are loved, but do they feel our love? In the same way we have a love language, our kids do too. As we are intentional to speak their love language, we can ensure their "love tank" is full and they grow emotionally healthy. Before you choose a word or make a resolution start with another rhythm of reflection: a new year's prayer. I'll walk you through one. You can do this individually or with your fam

Whether you're looking for a Bible as a gift or for your own family's collection, there are a lot of options for young readers. I thought I'd offer some thoughts from the ones we have on our shelf to help you know which may be a great fit for the little(s) in your circle.

Seeing these lies are impacting girls as young as first grade, I believe we must start this conversation and teach them early and often. One way to reinforce this message for those in early childhood is through the beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss. His book, The Shape of Me and Other Stuff, can be a great launchpad for a more intentional conversation about how we are all fearfully and wonderfully made. Let's dive in.

Time to share the stories we've read and wisdom we've gained in the last year.

Did you know the Bible talks about mummies? Well, a mummy of sorts! I want to offer one way you can help your child or a child in your circle understand the light of God's love in a tangible way this Halloween season.

Connecting "Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes" to the four men in the furnace and the promise of God's presence always with us.

A time of excitement and exhaustion, bouquets of sharpened pencils and love/hate relationships with school supply aisles - oh and prayer.