Beyond the ThankYou Card – What Teachers Really Need
“What did you say?” I asked. The child pressed her fingers into soft pink clay and repeated, “It’s a good day to be a teacher.” I couldn’t quite agree...
When You’re Just Trying To Hold It Together (and Drowning at the Same Time)
By Stacy Sanchez Stacy Sanchez Stacy hit the ground—not on her knees, but flat on her face. Her grandson’s latest violent outburst had pushed the family past their breaking point. …
The Power Of The Written Word – Pages of Faith
Biblical stories offer a faith lesson that reflects on Jesus within the story, while a moral lesson teaches how Jesus acted. We learn from His character and His behavior. Faith and moral lessons provide a solid, cohesive foundation for faith formation, moral attitudes, and moral behaviors. Biblical faith formation is essential for obtaining a Christian worldview.
Hope Within Reach – A Safe Place For Single Moms and Their Children
In the aftermath of this tragedy, God called me to forgive—not just the mother who had caused so much harm, but to extend grace and help where I could. It became clear that we couldn’t sit idly by while single mothers and their children suffered.
5 Reasons We Should Disciple Our Children
When my family lived in Taiwan, each Christmas and Easter I went into schools and shared about Jesus. One of the first times, I was speaking to some kindergarteners, and I said, “You know how your parents love you even when you do something wrong?” Every child shook their head NO. It broke my heart. I shifted gears, remembering the culture I was in. These children had learned already that love was earned and could easily be lost in their culture.
Sharing Jesus at School – Our Kids Have A Mission Field
When my husband, Tom, was in high school, a classmate leaned over and casually asked, “Hey, would you like to go to church with me sometime?” Tom wasn’t opposed to church. He’d just never been invited before. This invitation got him to a place where he began hearing the gospel.
Grandparents Parenting Grandchildren – Celebrating the Unseen Heroes
Stacy Sanchez never thought her golden years would be spent this way. She and her husband had plans—a quaint retirement by the beach, mornings spent sipping coffee and evenings filled with peace. But everything changed when Child Protective Services dropped off her seven-year-old grandson with nothing but a small bag and a shattered heart.
Building Cornerstones for Tough Conversations By Joan C. Benson & Majorie Wingert
When Joan C. Benson and Marjorie Wingert drove six hours together to a writers conference, neither predicted they would embark on a divinely orchestrated partnership. Together, Benson and Wingert bridge generations, cultures, and abilities to create children’s books addressing today’s most challenging topics.
Joan C. Benson & Marjorie Wingert: Building Cornerstones for Tough Conversations
In this powerful feature, Joan C. Benson and Marjorie Wingert share how their God-ordained partnership is shaping young hearts through impactful storytelling. Their work is a beautiful example of how women can build strong foundations for tough conversations that lead to lasting change. Read the cover story to learn how these two women are making a difference in the lives of the next generation.
Interceding for the Abused Children Among Us
I was snuggled deep in the covers when my eyes popped open and I heard the still, small voice of the Lord whisper to my heart. "It’s time to pray for the hurting children."