Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men. (Colossians 3:23) Labor Day was originally established to recognize union workers. Over time it has evolved to workers in general. However, if you were to ask most Americans, you’d probably find that most...
God has given most of us the special gift of grandparenting when we approach our midlife season. The privilege of being a grandparent frequently is called “the frosting on the cake” after raising their own children. Grandmothers used to carry “Grandma’s Brag Books” with pictures but now...
Is God’s timetable too slow for you sometimes? In John 11, we read about Lazarus’ death. Mary and Martha sent word to their dear beloved friend, Jesus, to let him know their brother Lazarus had become very ill. They expected Jesus to come heal their brother, but he did not come and they...
by Lana RockwellMother and Daddy were living in Iowa and really struggling financially in 1947. Daddy was working for $.50 a day doing very hard work and it just wasn’t enough to feed, house, and clothe a family of six.Aunt Thelma (Daddy’s sister), Uncle Robert and their only son Joe had moved to...
“…You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32 Tomorrow is Independence Day. In preparation for this day of celebration, I thought it might be good to be reminded of the foundational truths that shaped the liberty we proclaim as a nation, and often...
God has given us the special gift of grandparenting when we approach our midlife season. The privilege of being a grandparent frequently is called “the frosting on the cake” after raising their own children. Grandmothers used to carry “Grandma’s Brag Books” with pictures but now days grandparents...
Lillian Ann PennerGrandchildren are one of the rewards of growing older, in addition to the senior discounts. What a joy it is to have that precious little one come running into your arms with hugs and kisses or the six-year-old calling to tell you she lost her first tooth. Becoming a grandparent...
by Ron and Cathy BerryThe word says, Train up a child in the way they should go and when they are old they will not depart from it. We believe in the word of God wholeheartedly and trust our Lord without question. We also know as the span of time runs through our hands, our children for a season...
It is possible to be intentional about many good things. Some grandparents, for example, are very intentional about loving their grandchildren and helping them be successful. Many are intentional about making sure their grandkids always have a good time at their house. Some...
Valentines is a wonderful opportunity to send each of your grandchildren a Valentines card with a note expressing your love and you are praying for them. Let them know how special they are to you and Jesus. God’s Little Princess One of our blog readers, a grandmother in Florida sent me an...
Lillian Ann PennerGrandparents are a critical link to a child’s future. Whether it is intentional or not we are leaving a legacy behind. The life we choose to live will have an impact on those we leave behind. Just as Lois was a spiritual role model for her grandson, Timothy (II Timothy 1:5), we...
Everyone knows March means basketball, and lots of it. March Madness is the showcasing of the best of NCAA hoops in this country. Unless you are one of those not into basketball, you will be among those inevitably talking about basketball and rooting for their favorite teams. But even if you’re...
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