965 archives posted by "grandparenting"

 On July 4, you celebrate Independence Day. Many men and women have fought for the freedoms we enjoy as we celebrate the birthday of our nation. Take time to thank God, for the freedom we have in this country to worship God. We often get discouraged with some of the things we see happening in our [...]

I am sure you have noticed that I have a passion for praying for my grandchildren in my writings in my blog and Face book postings. I recognize the critical moral and spiritual climate our grandchildren must navigate in a world hostile to truth. Our grandchildren are growing up in a world that is [...]

I received the special gift of grandparenting as I approached my midlife season. It was exciting to become a grandparent! However, I learned that along with this gift came a sacred trust to imprint another generation with the message of God’s faithfulness. Reflecting on my new responsibility, I [...]

                    A few years ago, I found a letter my great-grandfather, a preacher in Poland had written to his son, my grandfather after my grandfather had immigrated to America. In the letter, he wrote that he was praying for his son, my grandfather, his children, [...]

Grandparents Day of Prayer is only 93 days away. You may have thought it is a good idea to join in prayer with other grandparents but what would that look like, how would we accomplish that. I would like to share suggestions for things you can do for Grandparents Day of Prayer on September 8. Ask [...]

I love my Photo Prayer Journal. It helps me feel more connected to my grandchildren when I see their picture and profile sheet. I can see the name of their teacher, friends, and activities. A photo prayer journal is a working document to help grandparents pray intentionally for their grandchildren, [...]

In the United States, Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in military service to their country. As we celebrate Memorial Day, let’s pray for the families they have left behind. Many families are mourning the loss of their loved ones who died in the service. On TV yesterday [...]

In 2009 the Grandparents.com website stated that 66% of grandparents had never celebrated Grandparents Day. However, Christian Grandparenting Network (CGN) is wanting to change that statistic by proclaiming National Grandparents Day on September 8 as Grandparents Day of Prayer. CGN is calling all [...]

Our children have a great responsibility parenting our grandchildren in these insecure, unstable times we live in today. Young families are busy with their jobs, church activities, children’s activities, etc. There are many distractions for them in their marriage, employment, and [...]

Salt is beneficial for health, it’s an essential nutrient of the daily diet for humans and animals. It has many uses, from deicing streets in the winter to seasoning our food in the summer when we barbeque.  “Let me tell you why you are here. You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out [...]