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February 17, 2015

How to Overcome Toddler Defiance

How to Keep Christ at the Center when Dealing with Toddler Defiance

Whoever came up with the idea of terrible twos was so terribly wrong.  I mean, did they even have children?  Let’s talk about the threes.  The totally awful-horrible-am-I-going-to-survive-this threes… I have a strong willed child, but he comes from two very strong willed parents.  His strong will began to shine through when he turned 3.  […]

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December 24, 2014

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues: Salvation

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues Salvation

As Christian parents, it is our hearts greatest and deepest desire for our children to come to know Christ as their Savior.  Throughout the time that God has given us these precious gifts, we plant seeds and we pray everyday that those seeds will grow into a strong relationship with Christ. It is only fitting […]

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December 22, 2014

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues: Thanksgiving

Discussion Thanksgiving isn’t the only time we are to remember what we are thankful for.  God always provides for us and because of this, we should always have grateful hearts.  We should always praise God for all He has given us and continues to provide for us. Read Exodus 17: 1-7 The whole Israelite community […]

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December 21, 2014

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues: Humility

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues Humility

Discussion Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.  Ephesians 4:2 The bible instructs us to be humble, but what exactly does that word mean?  It means to not be proud and to not think of yourself as better than other people.   When you are humble, you do not brag […]

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December 21, 2014

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues: Hope

Elf on the Shelf Jesus Style Biblical Virtues Hope

Discussion There are two different definitions for hope.  Our culture defines hope as “wishful thinking,” but the biblical definition of hope is “full, unwavering confidence” in our Lord; the kind of confidence that overcomes even our deepest doubts. Hope in the Lord is very rewarding!  It gives us: Strength- When circumstances get tough, hope in […]

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