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Fruit of the Spirit: PEACE (devotional + lesson)

By Christie Thomas 8 Comments

The fruit of the Spirit: PEACE includes a devotional you can use in a lesson, as well as a fruit of the Spirit: peace lesson, craft, coloring page and other activities. The Fruit of the Spirit is PEACE: a devotional Then Peter called to him, “Lord, if it’s really you, tell me to come to you, […]

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Fruit of the Spirit: JOY (lesson and activities)

By Christie Thomas 9 Comments

The fruit of the Spirit: joy includes a teaching on the fruit of the Spirit JOY as well as a fruit of the Spirit JOY lesson, craft, and coloring page. A teaching on the fruit of the spirit – joy Jesus told three stories about lost things: a lost sheep, a lost coin, and a lost […]

Fruit of the Spirit: LOVE (a devotional + lesson)

By Christie Thomas 12 Comments

The fruit of the Spirit: love includes a discussion on why is love the first fruit of the Spirit, as well as a fruit of the Spirit: love lesson, craft, and coloring page. Why is LOVE the first fruit of the Spirit? If you’ve ever wondered why love is the first fruit of the Spirit, […]

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The Fruit of the Spirit for Kids: A Gospel-Centered Approach

By Christie Thomas 13 Comments

The fruits of the Spirit for kids aren’t about character training or good morals…they’re about the Gospel. Sometimes it seems like growing spiritually is like trying to roll out pizza dough. I squash it with my rolling pin only to have it snap back to its original shape. I roll it again and it snaps […]

The Powerful Message of the “Grinch Gospel”

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Understand the message of the Christian faith more deeply through the Grinch Gospel. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is one of my favorite Christmas movies (and books) because it’s much deeper than meets the eye. In fact, our communal friend has a lot more to teach about the gospel of salvation than you might think! […]

Your Ultimate List of Nativity Gifts for Kids

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One year, my preschooler announced, “Mom, Christmas is really about the presents…” I waited with bated breath for the rest. “…because God gave us Jesus!” Phew! When my middle son was 3, he encountered Christmas for the first time in his memory. When we visited my in-laws at the beginning of December, he paid no […]

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Hi, I’m Christie Thomas

I am a mom of three boys, former Children’s Ministry Director, and author. I believe that every Christian mom can confidently nurture deep faith roots in her kids through little habits that add up over time. Learn more about how I can help you here. 

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  • 3 Ways to Slip Jesus Into the Lives of Your Grown Kids and Grandkids
    3 Ways to Slip Jesus Into the Lives of Your Grown Kids and Grandkids
  • An Object Lesson on Faith That Kids Will Beg to Do Again!
    An Object Lesson on Faith That Kids Will Beg to Do Again!
  • The Christ-Centered Way to Present the Fruit of the Spirit for Kids
    The Christ-Centered Way to Present the Fruit of the Spirit for Kids
  • How To Explain the Holy Spirit To A Child
    How To Explain the Holy Spirit To A Child
  •  8 Prayers to Help a Child With Anxiety
     8 Prayers to Help a Child With Anxiety
  • A simple way to help kids pray (+ free printables!)
    A simple way to help kids pray (+ free printables!)

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