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Saving black lives where they’re most at risk…in the womb

January 15, 2018 by Susan 4 Comments

The ties between Planned Parenthood and the eugenics movement are undeniable. This documentary shines a light on the targeting of black families and babies within the abortion industry.

The men at our church have a monthly men’s breakfast and my husband is in charge of finding videos to watch and discuss with the group. Often, I get to preview them with him, and sometimes come across a gem like this that I end up using myself to teach with.

It’s called Black Genocide in 21st Century America. And this video was so thought-provoking and moving that I used it to teach a women’s class, showed it at the Family Camp we attend and it was the basis of the class I taught at the teen youth camp this summer.

It’s that good.

What Did God See in Mary & Joseph? [Free Printable Lesson]

December 18, 2017 by Susan Leave a Comment

Clearly Mary and Joseph had qualities that God valued, since He chose them to raise His son, Jesus. Enjoy using this free printable Bible study lesson perfect for Christmas!

Let me ask you this: If you were unable to raise your children, what characteristics would you look for in the people you chose to take care of them?

The passages of Scripture that tell of Christ’s birth have become so over-familiar to us, haven’t they?

I’m teaching our adult Sunday school class this week, and as I was looking for a lesson that wasn’t the same old same old, all I could find was….well, the same old same old. I went back to the beginning of Luke and began to read the familiar words again.

Then the question I asked above came into my head. I realized that out of all the people who have ever lived, God chose Mary and Joseph to raise his son, Jesus. Clearly they pleased Him. Wouldn’t it be interesting, I thought, to look into their character to hunt for qualities that we could apply to our own lives as we seek to be people who please God.

How do you repay someone who saved your child’s life?

December 4, 2017 by Susan 19 Comments

Allie is a former neighbor and my boys’ favorite babysitter. She is the kind of young lady who would, every once in awhile, refuse payment, saying, “I just want to bless you.” Her ‘magic’ tricks kept the boys completely mesmerized. (I’m pretty sure this involved her hiding things behind her back and pulling them out with flourish, but what do I know?) My boys are teenagers now, older than Allie was when she babysat them.

And we owe her a debt of gratitude we can never repay. You see, my youngest son is here because of Allie.

Waiting for Emmanuel

November 27, 2017 by Susan 9 Comments

Finding meaning and worship in the songs of the season. The lyrics of Christmas carols speak of Christ’s birth, but they also often describe his second coming.

O come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel,
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.

The lyrics of this song are haunting. Of all the Christmas music that we hear this time of year this one touches me more than any.

These words tell of our Messiah Jesus’ birth, that we celebrate at Christmas. But whenever I hear them, I think, as well, that they speak to his second coming. The song is almost mournful in its longing for fulfillment and they well up that feeling within me.

Longing for my Savior to come.

I’m Praying for You

November 22, 2017 by Susan 6 Comments

We can pray for each other even if we see the world differently or live very different lives. Life is hard. God is good. We need each other.

Somewhere along the way, we bought into the lie that we have to do it all on our own. Self-sufficient and all that.

But inside we feel the loss, even without realizing it. We weren’t meant to carry it all..to walk alone.

Deepen your faith and have fun: Learn how Biblical holidays point to Christ

October 26, 2017 by Susan Leave a Comment

Perfect for family devotions, homeschool, or even a Sunday School class. Loads of activities for all ages about Biblical holidays & how they point to Christ.

This was one of the best things our family ever did.

We began studying this as part of our homeschooling, and turned into a whole family study that we invited friends and extended family to join us in. I’ve even used this material in a women’s Bible study at church.

I love it! (and can I say, I am not affiliated with this company at all…just love the product!)