Who is the grandparent with whom you are most familiar? Just look in the mirror and you will see him or her! When we think of being kind, it is seldom to that grandparent. It is so much easier to show kindness to others. We may even think that being kind to ourselves is selfish and unbiblical. ...
Most Christians who attend church with any regularity have heard the Great Commission passage in Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV), “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I [Jesus] have commanded you…”...
No other month in the calendar is like December. There is a plethora of decorations, shopping, baking, songs, movies, parties, and gifts. It is easy to be distracted by the “to-do” lists and the hustle and bustle of the season. Keep an emphasis on the birth of our Savior. It is challenging in our...
This is the time of year when “harvest” is an important word, whether we live on a farm or in the city. Everyone enjoys the fresh fruits and vegetables that show up in farmer’s markets or in the produce aisle of the grocery store. Yum! But have you given thought to what stage the harvest of your...
One of the most sensitive topics is whether grandparents should discipline their grandchildren. Close behind is the question of how to handle the situation when our adult children have different discipline approaches or rules than we do. Disputes may arise over things such as food, bedtime,...
We are influenced by the world we live in. Every day we make decisions that are shaped by what we have learned from parents, extended families, school, workplaces, and our communities or affinity groups. Social media is also a very influential piece of life today. These cultural expectations may...
So you’re about to become a grandparent!? A lot of giggles, cooing, smiling, and talking are ahead…..and the babies will do some of that as well! As I prepare to become “Grandma Bev” to a 15th child in a couple months, it is good to review some basic guidelines on how to be the best grandparent...
One of my least favorite things to do is to wait. Waiting in lines to get gas, to pay for groceries, or to speak to a “real person” in a company’s phone queue can all elicit frustration. Other types of waiting are also difficult: for children/grandchildren to come to the Lord, for reconciliation...
Have you ever used cement glue to attach two items together and then, after it dried, attempted to separate them? Even with utmost care, they never look quite like they did originally. God declares in Genesis 2:24 that marriage is “becoming one flesh”, literally meaning stuck together like glue....
Grandparents are irreplaceable. The Bible tells us it is both a privilege and a responsibility to see our children’s children (Psalm 71:18; Psalm 128:5-6). A special joy can come with being part of the life of the next generation’s offspring. But difficult challenges, stressful circumstances, and...
During the month of July in the United States, concepts of patriotism, liberty, and loyalty are bandied about. But how much time do we spend reflecting on these important values compared to outdoor barbeques, parades, and fireworks? An examination of these words in light of God’s Word can prepare...
What is a memorial? The Hebrew word for memorial means “to remember”. Thus, a memorial is anything that helps us remember. The Memorial Day holiday began during the Civil War with the original title of Decoration Day. It was started when some concerned women decided to decorate the graves of...
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