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30+ Best Christian Books for Moms

November 15, 2021 2 Comments

best christian books for moms

There are so many incredible Christian books for moms out there – it’s a growing market, and even though I regularly read and review books for this blog, I struggle to keep up! But there’s a big problem: Mamas don't generally have a lot of time to read. I mean – try and remember the last time … [Read more...] about 30+ Best Christian Books for Moms

Books and resources· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Parenting

Should you be submitting to your husband when you don’t agree?

November 11, 2021 2 Comments

Submitting to your husband when you don't agree - what does the Bible say?

How about a nice easy blog topic, eh? I mean – submission in marriage…that’s never going to be contentious, right? It’s with some hesitation, but also some excitement, that I write this post. Because – actually – the more I read Scripture on this issue, the more I’m convinced that the Bible … [Read more...] about Should you be submitting to your husband when you don’t agree?

Faith· Marriage

Should my child take part in activities which clash with church?

October 7, 2021 Leave a Comment

Should my child take part in activities which clash with church? Extra-curricular activities, party invitations etc.

It's October, term is in full swing, and the calming effect of the pandemic on busy families' extra-curricular schedules seems now to have largely vanished. We are back. With a vengeance. A complicated timetable of classes, groups and teams. A complex procedure for drop-offs and pick-ups, … [Read more...] about Should my child take part in activities which clash with church?

Faith· Family Life· Parenting

20+ Best Books to Read During Advent

September 28, 2021 4 Comments

Best books to read during Advent. What should I read during Advent? Best Advent Bible studies. What is an Advent devotional?

I don't know about you, but I struggle to retain *any* sort of spiritual focus during Advent. It's not that I don't want to. It's just that the obligations of present shopping and wrapping, tree buying and decorating, family-dynamics negotiating, Secret Santa organising and school activities … [Read more...] about 20+ Best Books to Read During Advent

Books and resources· Christmas & Advent· Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith

20 Fabulous Bible Studies for Women

July 23, 2021 4 Comments

Bible studies for women, women's Bible studies, free online Bible studies for women, printable women's Bible study lessons.

Much as I love the Bible, if I'm being totally honest, I don't always find it an easy read. I mean - it's so BIG! And much of it is hard to instantly understand or apply. Other bits don't seem relevant to my life right now, and still other bits feel over-familiar, from which it is hard to extract … [Read more...] about 20 Fabulous Bible Studies for Women

Books and resources· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Marriage

100 Short Memory Verses for Kids

July 5, 2021 6 Comments

100 short memory verses for kids, foundational Bible verses to memorize, Bible verses to teach toddlers, memory verses for youth, Bible verse memorization games, How do you teach preschoolers Bible verses?

If you're looking to teach your child a memory verse, but are wondering where to start - start here! This is a list of 100 short memory verses for kids, grouped into categories according to what your child might need at a particular time. I hope it's helpful! And, because SINGING is such a … [Read more...] about 100 Short Memory Verses for Kids

Discipleship for kids· Faith

How do you Teach Memory Verses in a Fun Way? (15 Ideas)

July 5, 2021 1 Comment

How do you teach memory verses in a fun way? Memory verse games for non-readers, how to remember foundational Bible memory verses, how to teach a child to memorize Bible verses.

How do you teach memory verses in a fun way? Let's back track a little. I mean - er - WHY are we teaching Scripture memorisation in the first place? Doesn't it all feel a little cult-ish and brainwashed? It's certainly a contentious issue amongst church folk. There's the camp which wants … [Read more...] about How do you Teach Memory Verses in a Fun Way? (15 Ideas)

Discipleship for kids· Education· Faith· Family Life

HOW CAN WE EDUCATE OUR BOYS ABOUT GENDER EQUALITY?

March 15, 2021 2 Comments

How can we educate our boys about gender equality? Five points from a Christian perspective. Image of mum and dad either side of a primary-aged boy.

I'm hesitating as I start this post. Not for the reason you're thinking (which, I'm guessing, is the sensitivity of the subject matter). Sadly, recent news events have compelled me to write on this issue, and I know these words need to be written. No. I'm hesitating because if you're a … [Read more...] about HOW CAN WE EDUCATE OUR BOYS ABOUT GENDER EQUALITY?

Discipleship for kids· Family Life· Parenting

THE BEST CHRISTIAN FICTION BOOKS FOR MUMS

March 3, 2021 6 Comments

Best Christian fiction books for mums, as recommended by The Hope-Filled Family, UK Christian parenting blog.

The thing you have to know about me right from the off is that it took me well over seven years after becoming a mother to get into a decent reading habit. And by 'decent' I don't even mean every night for half an hour. I mean some nights, for as many minutes as I could muster before falling … [Read more...] about THE BEST CHRISTIAN FICTION BOOKS FOR MUMS

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