We celebrate Valentine’s Day by focusing on God’s perfect love. We want our children to know what Biblical love is; not a feeling, but an action, a real force. So, we made this heart craft and meditated on what the Bible says about love. Will you join us? To help us remember how much God […]

God has a plan for my life and my marriage. How do we access that plan? Learn the signs God is restoring your marriage and trust in the Lord.

To the Mom Who Wants to Raise Godly Kids, I know you, friend. While we've never met in person, I know your heart and how you long to raise kids who love the Lord. Your heart's desire is to grow children who have a personal relationship with God and have deep roots of faith. Yet

Scripture Reference: 1 Kings 17 Suggested Emphasis: The Lord will provide for our needs. Memory Verse: “The thing you should seek is God’s kingdom. Then all the other things you need will be …

We have been talking to our 4yr old about God, cause he is at the age where he is asking WHY? about everything. We go to church, say our prayers before meals and at bedtime. But just within the last couple of weeks he has really gotten an interest and asking about God. Why can't I see God, when we pray how do I know he is listening to me? Sure there will be alot more questions each week. With teaching him about sharing, loving one another, following thru with your word, telling the truth and other parenting things. I put together his poster size print out to place in our house to teach about God's Promises. Please feel free to copy and print if you would like or even Pin it. Thanks for stopping by to see what fun stuff we are doing. If you like what you see please come and follow us over on FB and Pinterest, would love to have you. Also, please feel free to share the fun things you are doing with us

A free PDF printable that list 18 attributes of God. Use in your small group or as part of your personal Bible study time.

Looking for prayers for your daughter? I have used these 17 prayers for my daughter, and you can also pray for your daughter with power!

As part of the Facing Fear series we're learning what it means to fear God and how walking in the fear of the Lord leads to a life free from all other fear.

Teaching Art using the Bible and teaching Bible using Art. Bible Art lessons connecting Art with the heART for kids. Bible based Christian art.

Teach your family who Jesus is with a daily devotions for kids printable craft. Perfect as an Easter Banner, kids will learn Jesus Is: God, Lord, and more!

I've always loved this verse from the story where Samuel chooses and anoints David to be king. God says to Samuel: The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. (1 Samuel 16:7) On outward appearances, David is not the obvious choice. But God sees what is inside him- something that others can't necessarily see! This is a great conversation starter for children because we are all living in a world where we make judgements on appearances. How many people do they choose not to be friends with based on what they see, rather than taking the time to get to know them on the inside? Here's a craft to help talk about God not worrying about what's on the outside of someone because he sees and loves what's on the inside! You will need: White card or paper, white wax crayon, watercolour paints and brush 1. Write a message on the card with a white wax crayon. It could be something like 'God knows me', 'I love you' or a picture of a heart- anything that communicates the idea of God knowing the real us! Talk to the children about the fact that no-one can see what they have written. Only they really know what is there. This is like judging people by appearances. We don't really know what they are like. 2. Now get your water colour paints and paint over the card. Encourage the children to use their favourite colours so their picture will show something about who they are. The wax writing will be revealed! 3. Talk to the children about how God sees the beautiful people we really are on the inside, even if other people can't. Who do we make judgements about? Who could we try to get to know better? Thank God for knowing and loving us!

When we are beautifully broken before the Lord, He will take our brokenness and draw us back into His loving arms so that we can be beautifully restored.

Surrender your child to the Lord through powerful prayers for your child! This prayer will help you pray for your child and the paths he/she takes in life.

Today, I’m continuing the Grow Series with a lesson on The Lord’s Supper. These lessons can be used in a series or they can stand-alone (all you need to take out is the recap section). As a word of warning, […]

Updated in February 2018 — The GIAD phrase and type design was created in 2008. After 10 years, it has been shared thousands of times all around the internet. Here's how it all unfolded: acvdo.co/2018/02/16/god-is-a-designer-10-years-later/

The 'Taste and See' (Psalm 34:8a) printable is a tasty reminder of God's goodness; use it as part of your lesson or to teach the memory verse.

I've always loved this verse from the story where Samuel chooses and anoints David to be king. God says to Samuel: The Lord does not lo...

Are you looking for Bible verses to memorize with your toddler? Or maybe you're wondering where and how to start? This guide will give you everything you need to get started!

Courtney DeFeo joins us as the final guest of the March Author Series. Each author in this series has shared the heart of a new book; books ranging from those only available for preorder to books released in the past year. Sweet friends, you will adore Courtney DeFeo’s book, In This House, We Will Giggle: Making […]

Wondering how can I be creative with God? Let's discover your God given creativity in Bible Art lessons for the heART with art. You are unique to God.

Do you want to learn how to declutter your mind and find peace and joy in the Lord? Read here for a simple secret to help you.

Do you want to become a godly wife? The Bible gives us wisdom on how we as Christian women can be godly women and wives. So, in this blog post I will be sharing with you 8 biblical tips on how to be a godly wife.

These attributes of God are a beautiful reminder of who God is and His heart toward us. He is faithful, kind, and loving. He is also protection and favor

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Wish teaching children about God's love could be easy but fun? With this Sunday School lesson on love, it is! Get the "God is Love" Bible lesson plan now...

Understanding why a relationship with God is imporant & 3 ways to develop a relationship. Spiritual encouragement, why we face trials & their purpose

The kiddos are sooo excited about this "NEW" material. We are truly on an EXPLORATION! I love it when their eyes light up in AWE about what they are hearing from GOD'S Word. Our recent lesson was about GOD calling Samuel. I reminded the kiddos that GOD did NOT speak directly to the Fathers (as HE had done during the Patriarchal time) because, HE had given Moses HIS Law for the Hebrews. So, when GOD called Samuel it was a VERY SPECIAL EVENT! Our TAKE HOME activity was Samuel in bed. The children LOVED being able to slide Samuel's eyes open and shut. As they pulled the top slide Samuel's eyes opened and the Scripture reference "Speak Lord for your servant's listening..." 1 Samuel 3, would appear on the bedding. Each of the kiddos bed looked different...I love it when the girls choose PINK for bedding and the boys choose BLUE! So typical! LOL I decided this would be an appropriate Memory Verse...We ALL have ears and we ALL need to be listening to GOD'S WORD! We sang the Memory Verse to the tune: "B-I-N-G-O." Most of the kiddos had the verse memorized before leaving the classroom. I know I sang it ALL week long. There is something about putting verses to a familiar tune that helps with memorizing them. If you have NEVER tried putting a verse to a childhood tune, I suggest you give it a try....you will be amazed at how easy it is to memorize Scripture this way. Our Review/Game was a LISTENING GAME. I purchased the little cups and the Yellow/Red Game pieces at the Dollar Tree. (The game pieces came out of a TOPPLE type game.) I wrote a song for this lesson called, "God Was Calling Samuel." I sang the song to the children...each time they heard me sing "GOD" they had to put a yellow game piece in their cup. Each time they heard me sing "Samuel" they had to put a red game piece in their cup. THEY LOVED THIS GAME!!!!!! They wanted to play it OVER and OVER and OVER again!!!!! So, we decided to change out the "What to listen for..." I was sort of surprised at how much they LOVED playing this. This is one game I will try to work into other lessons! I LOVE it when something so inexpensive is soooo effective!!! Our EAA, which stands for EARLY ARRIVAL ACTIVITY was the WHITE BOARDS/DRAWING activity. (I really need to post some of the pictures that they have drawn.) The LOVE drawing on the personal sized white boards...so, I am going to keep it up for a few more Sunday's .....However, I did include some of the MILK CAP MANIA....and they WHIZZED right through them!!!! I was soooo pleased with how many of the kiddos are REMEMBERING what they have learned!!!! The EEAs allow me to "TEST" the kiddos knowledge....and let me know if I need to review something, correct something or even re-teach something. My EAA's have to have a purpose...or I would NOT use them. I never want something to STEAL away my precious 45 minutes of teaching time! On Wednesday Evening the kiddos colored a picture of Samuel in bed. They added the bedpost (colored craft sticks) and a POP-UP speech bubble with "Samuel, Samuel" on it. Again, the differences in each of their activities is so unique to their personality. Some of the girl's added flowers to the blanket....and one of the boy's made his blanket have a camouflage type pattern. I LOVE their unique individuality!!! GOD blesses me ro richley through these little ones! For a VISUAL aid I decided to make a LARGE version of the TAKE HOME project....The kiddos LOVED pulling the slide on this one.... I used it while telling the story...I believed this helped the kiddos when it came time to make their own...they had already seen this work so the knew what to do. When I can't find a VISUAL aid in my resources, clip art, or FREE online, I will MAKE IT MYSELF...LOL We have already been so busy. The kiddos amaze me each week.... Our main review questions this week were: Who was the Strong Judge? Who was the Judge after Samson? What other "job's" did Eli have? Who was Samuel's mom? Who was Samuel's dad? Where did Hannah go to pray? What did Eli think about Hannah when he saw her praying? In what city was the Tabernacle? What did Hannah promise GOD? Did Hannah keep her promises? What did Hannah bring Samuel each year? Can children be servants to the LORD? They knew ALL the answers!!!!!! I was soooo pleased!!!!! I feel soooo blessed to be a BIBLE CLASS teacher!!!! Next week we will be going on a "KING HUNT." Blessings, Ronda

This wonderful Scripture cannot help but encourage you. It speaks so beautifully and figuratively about God's love and concern. #BibleLoveNotes #Bible #Psalms

Do you know how to trust God, especially when your feelings are going haywire? Listen to God instead with these 9 bible verses to help you manage emotions.