Some of you are wondering why I’m not using a “Christian history” curriculum. I used several Christian history text with our first homeschool generation (our children ages range from 9 to 37). I later found out they had several flaws. Now we use a variety of sources and verify facts as we learn (as we do with all studies especially Bible). I plan on using the book as follows
Read the book by Sarah Young on your iPhone Over half a million people have had their lives impacted by the encouraging words of Sarah Young in the best selling, 365 day devotional, Jesus Calling. Now these powerful thoughts and insights written to lift your spirit daily come to life in this powerful interactive app [...]
Jesus’ apostles and Jewish disciples came to know him first as a Rabbi and only later as the risen Savior. For second-generation and subsequent believers, however, the process was reversed. First they encountered in faith the risen and reigning Son of God, and only later – if at all – did they come to learn in any depth about the man, Yeshua MiNatzeret (Jesus of Nazareth).
Here are my selection of the best Christian fiction books I’ve read in the last few months (listed in order I read them, most recent first). Update: Since posting this I have read everyone of Robiert Whitlow’s books. I recommend them all. He is my new favorite author. Mountain Top was my favorite. I also [...]
There is no one more qualified to write homeschool curricula than a homeschool mom. Homeschool Share (HSS) is a on-line cooperative effort of several homeschooling moms to provide free but quality literature-based unit studies and resources. Homeschool Share offers hundreds and hundreds homeschool lapbooks, unit studies and notebooking pages for FREE. These resources go beautifully [...]
This simple-to-understand book uses basic hermeneutic principles to properly interpret what the Bible says about eating meat. Eagan is clear that our diets are not a salvation issue, while at the same time encouraging obedience to God’s Word. HOLY COW! Does God Care About What We Eat? begins with the author’s attention-grabbing personal story. The [...]
I was excited as soon as I saw the words “A Family Writing Lifestyle.” Mary Ann shares valuable insights not only about writing itself, but about passing on the gift of written expression as a family tradition. What a gift to pass on to your children —the ability to capture insights, record memories, and relate [...]
Stone unlocks the amazing secrets to the success of the Jewish people. Their time-honored principles help create wealth, maintain health, raise successful children, and pass on generational blessings.
The spring festivals clearly prophesied the first coming of Messiah; it stands to reason that the fall festivals are prophetic of His second coming. The long period between the end of the spring feasts and beginning of the fall holy days is symbolic of the long period between the formation of the church at the [...]
The vast majority of the modern day studies, teachings, and theologies developed concerning the Apostle Paul all disseminate a similar perspective: That Paul underwent a typical conversion from one religion to another, from the Law-based religion of Judaism to the Grace-based religion of Christianity.
Deep within God’s Word lies a wondrous story like no other. A drama that originated before time began. An epic saga that resonates with the heartbeat of God. A story that reveals nothing less than the meaning of life and God’s great mission in the earth. From Eternity to Here presents three remarkable stories spanning Genesis to Revelation. Each story traces a divine theme that is woven throughout Scripture.
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus: How the Jewishness of Jesus Can Transform Your Faith Matzah. Yom Kippur. Hanakkuh. Classic trappings of the Jewish faith, and the Jewish faith only, correct? Well, yes and no. If you’re a Christian, these customs are a part of your faith, too. That’s because Jesus was Jewish, versed [...]
I silently grieve daily, with a burden only my closest family members know about. It is an inexpressible profound pain, forever lingering just below the surface. It is my weakest area. Satan knows this. When I’m tired or ill he whispers reminders to my soul, catching me off guard and throwing me into an aching, [...]
Friday, I hemorrhaged again and went to the ER. God gives us the strength to endure and even rejoice in trials. We can rejoice in weakness, trials, hardships, persecution, and calamity when we understand God is building in us dependence on the glorification of the grace and power of His Son.
Our newest publication What the Bible Says about Healthy Living Cookbook is now at the printer. Inspired by international best-selling author Rex Russell, M.D. and his landmark book What the Bible Says about Healthy Living
The majority of Christian men and women who pray to a Living God know very little about real prevailing prayer? Yet prayer is the key which unlocks the door of God’s treasure-house. It is not too much to say that all real growth in the spiritual life-all victory over temptation, all confidence and peace in the presence of difficulties and dangers, all repose of spirit in times of great disappointment or loss, all habitual communion with God-depend upon the practice of secret prayer.
Can MP3s and Ipods improve your children’s reading comprehension and speed? Can it help same you time teaching and story reading? Here are 7 ways to use MP3 in your homeschool including listening to the classics, homeschool software , improving reading, Bible study, where to get FREE downloads, and more.
Greek and Hebrew Worldviews The visible actions of people are first shaped by invisible thoughts, deep in the unseen world of the human mind and heart. What factors influence those invisible ideas? For people who live in the Western world, the answers can be found by examining the two major roots of Western thought–the ancient [...]
I have a Kindle Ebook Reader. It has become a part of me. I use it several hours each day–now even more. I recently downloaded MP3 Bible study Breaking Free by Beth Moore (excellent study! see review below). To listen to the audios at night involved dragging my computer into my bedroom. No more! Now [...]
[youtube]http://youtube.com/watch?v=VMOMck9_R-o[/youtube] Darwin or Design? The Privileged Planet explores a startling connection between our capacity to survive and our ability to observe and understand the universe. Is this correlation merely a coincidence? Or does it point to a deeper truth about purpose and intelligent design within the cosmos? The Privileged Planet (Book) Astronomer Guillermo Gonzalez and [...]
I’m reading Soul Talk: The Language God Longs for Us to Speak by Larry Crabb. It’s a look at how we can help each other through relying on Christ within us, through spirit-led conversation, deepening relationships. Here is a thought-provoking excerpt: We’re fighting the wrong battle. We’re excited about the things that bore God, things [...]
William P. Young Interview on Life Today Interview with William P. Young On Life Today. He is the author of the popular, controversial book “The Shack”. Incredible story of God’s power working in people’s lives for His glory! My Review of #1 NY Times Best Seller: The Shack
Did you know you can listen to Your Story Hour archives free online from OnePlace.com? Your Story Hour encourages young people to develop a strong Christian character through its dramatized radio program (English, Spanish & Russian), free Bible lessons and online magazine for kids. Exciting, inspirational and educational stories bring the Scriptures, history and everyday [...]
The Super Simple Spiritual Sunday Meme is simply a list of my favorite finds this week. When you visit here don’t forgot to check out the snippets from my favorite blogs on the lower right sidebar. The list is updated daily. Tell-a-Marketer – Carol Hatcher’s post on Writer Interrupted is convicted to change her attitude [...]
William P. Young wrote a fiction novel to teach his six children about his relationship with God. It is allegory about God’s grace healing brokenness. Young planned on making a few copies of the book at Kinkos as gifts. But then he shared the book with a few friends. They told a few more friends [...]
Last month on bed rest I did a lot of reading. I indulged in several Christian fiction novels (a nice change for me). I discovered books by author Angela Hunt (best known for The Tale of Three Trees: A Traditional Folktale). I was able to download her books to my Kindle and read without leaving [...]
I often read the blog Windscraps by Shannon Woodward. I enjoyed it so much I bought a book by Shannon titled A Whisper In Winter: Stories Of Hearing God’s Voice In Every Season Of Life. The book is full of object lessons or stories of hearing God’s voice in different situations. This morning I read [...]
I was recently in a restaurant browsing a flip chart with pictures of mouth watering luscious desserts. I ordered and eagerly awaited the delicacy. When it arrived I was delighted to find the dessert looked even better than the picture. On my first taste I was delighted to find it was much richer and tastier [...]
Feeling discouraged about life? This should be a reminder to count your blessings. See the end of this post for a powerful video and a link where you can get the book free. Tortured for Christ changed my life and filled me with a love for the Jewish people and deep gratitude for living in [...]
Passionate Housewives Desperate for God is a very practical book which will be a treasure for any woman who wants to bring glory to God from her home. From the book: Have you struggled to reconcile God’s vision of virtuous womanhood with worldly myths that marginalize and mock the role of the homemaker? Do you [...]
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