You walk into a bookstore anytime in November or December and are inundated by the smell of eggnog-flavored coffee and stacks of Christmas picture books. Most of them are some variation of Santa, elves, reindeer, gift-giving, and good feelings. But where are all the gospel-centered Christmas picture books? Where are the books that tell the […]
Advent/Christmas
The Surprisingly Simple Tradition That Will Bring Focus To Your Christmas
When I pull Advent candles out of their box, I run my fingers along their smooth surface and inhale their subtle scent. A lighter snaps and the wick shudders to life. One candle has the power to brighten the darkness but is incredibly fragile on its own. A single puff could blow it out. In […]
5 Engaging Ways To Keep Christ in Christmas For Your Kids
INSIDE: 5 ways to keep Christ in Christmas with your young children One year, my 5-year-old son announced, “Mom, Christmas really is about the presents…” I cocked my head and looked at him, wondering if there was more to his announcement, “…because God gave us Jesus!” I let out my breath in a sigh. I […]
Everything You Need To Throw An Epic Birthday Party for Jesus!
INSIDE: Awesome decor, snacks, books, and games to throw a birthday party for Jesus with your kids! I’m excited to welcome Julie Kieras from Happy Strong Home. She’s basically the birthday party Queen and has some great ideas for a birthday party for Jesus! As much as the advent season is a time of waiting […]
Christmas Eve Candle Reading
Imagine your kitchen table at Christmastime. Little mouths hush as little fingers flick off all the lights in the house. All that is left is darkness. And stillness. These Advent Candle readings have become my very favorite Advent tradition because of the emotional and physical hush they bring over the house. We intentionally quiet down […]
18 Christian Advent Ideas
Are you looking for simple ways to create an uplifting [read: not crazy] and wondrous Christ-centered Advent? Read on for a list of 18 ways to do so, ranging from simple enough for toddlers to meaningful traditions for teenagers. Advent is a time of waiting in expectation for the coming Christ, both as we remember […]
