What if, instead of trying to build our teenagers self-esteem, we shifted our efforts to building their God-esteem? What if, instead of focusing so much on how our youth view themselves, we invested in helping them to grow their view of God? What do you think it would change? I think this shift in focus—from self-esteem to God-esteem—has the potential… Read More
As the school year winds down, my mind is in full-tilt preparation mode. With anticipation, I’m already thinking about the long, hot days before us. Summer. A blank canvas of time before we “have to” again. For our family, summer is white space. Summer is “get to“. Summer is purposely un-scheduled and gloriously un-filled. As some of you read those words,… Read More
Today is the sixth post in the series: 11 Bible Verses to Grow Your Faith in 2017. In each post, I will introduce one name of God and one Bible verse that will grow your view of God, and in turn grow your faith. If you missed the others, you can find them here and here and here and here and here. Let me begin with three confessions: #1: I love summertime. #2: I struggle… Read More
Today we met for our last Bible study of the summer. I will miss seeing these girls regularly. There’s nothing like meeting and connecting over the Word of God, no matter what the age of those gathering. If you’re still following along, here’s what you’ll need for this week’s lesson: Supplies: Bible SOAP worksheet (provided) Bible verse note cards (made… Read More
Today was #5 of 6 Bible study meetings with my girls. I think we’ll all miss our time together when our summer study ends. If you’re following along, here’s what we’ve covered so far: Week 1: Joshua 1:8 Week 2: 1 Peter 5:7 Week 3: Proverbs 3:5-6 Week 4: Joshua 1:9 Here’s what you’ll need for this week’s lesson: Supplies:… Read More
Can you believe we’re on the back end of our summer study already? Summer has flown by. Although it’s been hit and miss with the girls because of vacations, I think we could have easily met every week instead of every other. Maybe next summer!! If you’re following along, here’s what we’ve covered so far: Week 1: Joshua 1:8 Week… Read More