Jesus replied, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind.Matthew 22:37 NIV A Valentine’s Prayer for your grandchildren. Dear God, give ________ a good heart. A heart that is gentle, tender, and teachable. A heart that loves the You with all his/her...
At this time of year everyone is thinking about Christmas gifts. If you haven’t already finished your Christmas shopping, I have a few suggestions for you to consider this year. Even if you have done your shopping, you might find some things on this list that...
Those who control their tongues will have a long life. Proverbs 13:3 NLTWork brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty. Proverbs 14:23 NLTA gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger. Proverbs 15:1 NLTThose who control their anger have great...
“Three times a year you are to celebrate a festival to me.” Exodus 23:14 Traditions and ceremony are God’s idea—not man’s. He gave Israel certain celebrations to observe for a reason. These holy day traditions provide a concrete, meaningful way to preserve the truth...
People who despise advice will find themselves in trouble;those who respect it will succeed. If you ignore criticism you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept criticism, you will be honored. Proverbs 13:13, 18 NLT If you listen to constructive criticism, you...
Enter into His gates with thanksgiving and into His courts with praise; be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. For the Lord is good, His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations. Psalm 100:4-5 Thanksgiving is already here. Can you believe it?...
“Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper and be satisfied.” Proverbs 13:4 NLT Encourage your grandchildren to work and not be lazy. Even young children can develop good work habits by doing chores around the house when asked and do...
by Max Elliot Anderson My wife and I were blessed by the arrival of our first two grandchildren. No, they are not twins. Earlier this year, our son and his wife had a little girl. Then, this summer our daughter and her husband gave birth to a little girl. As a...
“Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” Colossians 3:23 NLT Grandparents can have a great influence on their grandchildren to have a good work ethic by displaying a good attitude towards their...
My soul finds rest in God alone…He alone is my rock and my salvation. (Ps. 62:1) There is growing national illusion concerning the role of government and the function of politics. I believe the majority of Americans (not just the 47%) actually think that government is...
