It is important to give thanks to God throughout the year, and there is no time when this is emphasized more than during the Thanksgiving season. Saying thanks and expressing our gratitude for all of life’s blessings need not be a complicated or extravagant event. There are many simple and meaningful ways to give thanks [...]
The First Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a true American holiday. Modern Thanksgiving celebrations are centered around fellowship, turkey and football, but this was not always the case. The first Thanksgiving meal did not include turkey at all. In fact, when the Natives and European settlers first gathered to share a Thanksgiving meal, they shared a feast of deer, corn, [...]
The Power of Prayer in Times of Disaster
Many people are suffering from the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy.Throughout history, natural disasters seem to come and go and they truly destroy the paths they travel. This can be hard for many to understand because it is completely outside of our control. Many people worry about the damage that humans can do, which is [...]
Thanksgiving Traditions for a Christian Family
The Thanksgiving holiday in the United States was founded as a day of celebration and devotion for a successful harvest. Prayer gave way for a more festive gathering with friends and family, hoards of food and football. As a Christian family, you want to bring the focus back to thanking the Lord for your own [...]
Top 6 Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips for your Little Goul’s and Goblin’s
With Halloween right around the corner, many kids are getting excited about parties, activities, and of course Trick-or-Treating. As parents, every year brings a little bit of added caution and a few more lectures on safety. Let’s face it, with all the potential “threats” out there to our children, we always have to think about [...]
Top 5 Adventurous Winter Family Vacations
Families are turning into victims of modern living. Family ties and relationships are suffering due to fast-paced lifestyles and family members are becoming increasingly distanced from one another. This is why experts strongly recommend that, at least once a year, families take a week or two to step away from their daily routines and take [...]
The Precious Memories And Moments Of Our Lives
It is amazing to realize what we can learn from children. Today has been a very special day in our family because it is my little boy’s 5th birthday. Considering he came into this world prematurely, and nothing has been “normal” about his childhood, this Golden Birthday milestone is a big one for us. His [...]
What Is God’s Plan For You?
Each and every day we have an option to work toward excellence and fulfill the purpose Christ has set before us, or we have the option of letting the world suck us in and lead us off path. Being a true believer in “everything happens for a reason,” I do realize that going off path [...]
Dealing With The Curve Balls Of Life
Have you ever noticed that trying news seems to come in spurts. Recently, I found out that several of my loved ones are facing difficult diagnoses and prognoses. These are faithful Christians who try to make a positive difference in the world. Of course, as many people do, I have to ask, “Why?” If only [...]
10 Easy Ways To Make A Positive Difference
Almost everybody has the desire to make a difference in the lives of others. As Christians, we are often times instructed to be the “salt and the light” and “go forth and serve the Lord.” We have simple opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others each and every day. However, most of [...]
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