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We had our family Christmas gathering last night, in which we included a birthday cake for Jesus and sang “Happy birthday”. My four-year-old great-granddaughter was thrilled to blow out the candles. Later that evening when her parents were putting her to bed she prayed that Jesus would not [...]

The fragrances of holiday scented candles, cookies baking, and the pine Christmas trees are always inviting when walking into the house this time of the year. Recently I was watching the Food channel, and they were talking about how different foods bring memories to our minds. The fragrances of [...]

Today I would like to share with you a U-Tube presentation of The Candymaker’s Gift produced by my friends David and Helen Haidle. The Candymaker’s Gift is an excellent story to share with your grandchildren during this Christmas season about the real meaning of Christmas. You can show it to [...]

One of our family traditions is to have a birthday cake for Jesus at our Christmas family gathering. The birthday cake is always a big hit with the children. They love blowing out the candles and singing “Happy birthday to Jesus “an excellent way to teach them about celebrating the birthday of [...]

You will be holding back the giggles as your grandchildren take you on adventures on the pond and everyday challenges with a smile. You will find each episode applies solid, biblically-based truths to life lessons that build character in your kids and provide more than a splash of humor along the [...]

The Christmas tree, the most celebrated symbol of Christmas is an evergreen tree, representing life. The custom of erecting a Christmas tree is historically traced to the 15th century. “The tree was traditionally decorated with edibles such as apples, nuts, or other foods. In the 18th century, it [...]

Give your grandchildren the gift of a praying grandparent Pray this prayer and/or send it to your grandchildren. Dear Lord, I pray that ___________(insert grandchild’s name) will: C – Cast all their anxiety on God because He cares for them. I Peter 5:7 H –Humble him/her self before the [...]

When my husband and I attended a reunion in Branson, MO we saw the excellent performance of The Miracle of Christmas at the Sight & Sound Theatre. I was impressed by how they displayed the emotions of Mary and Joseph when faced with the announcements of Gabriel. While the Jewish nation was [...]

During this Christmas season, many grandparents will have the privilege to spend time with their children and grandchildren. It is always a special time to celebrate the holidays with the family reminiscing, sharing current family activity, along with enjoying the delicious food. Just as Moses told [...]

Recently, hurricanes, excessive flooding, earthquakes, and fires have drawn our attention to the many people who have been victims of these catastrophes. It’s a time to remember the many victims in our prayers as the trying to recover. As our country is facing many difficult issues, it is [...]