From the monthly archives:

December 2008

Can a smile stop a crime?

December 30, 2008

A few years ago I was heading into a store to pick up a few things and I was in a jubilant mood. Not just happy, Ju-bi-lant. I was radiating joy.
I pulled into my parking spot, which was a little ways from the store’s entrance, and beamed at the passenger in the car next to [...]

I hope to achive my 2009 goals.. Once I set them!

December 30, 2008

Here we are, on the brink of 2009, and if you’re like me, on the brink of some new goal-setting/new year’s resolution making. I’m still playing with my goals for the year… I want to make good ones that I can really achieve.
I am a miserable birthday card sender. (And, on that note, I’m miserable [...]

New Bible Reading Bookmarks are here!

December 29, 2008

Ready to start the new year by reading His word every day?
Leave a comment and send me an email (using the link above) including your address and I’ll send you a new bookmark for your Bible with this quarter’s Bible reading schedule to help you read the entire Bible in one year. I promise I [...]

What happens to the martyrs for Him?

December 28, 2008

Scripture: Revelation 7:14-17
14And I said to him, “Sir, you are the one who knows.”
Then he said to me, “These are the ones coming out of great tribulation. They washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb and made them white. 15That is why they are standing in front of the throne of God, serving [...]

Day 25: Christmas Day!

December 25, 2008

Wow! Today is the day we celebrate our Savior’s birth as a baby on this earth!
Here’s your assignment for today:
At the end of the day, sit back and reflect on your Advent season. What new blessings did you enjoy this year?
 
Thank you for spending this advent season with me. I hope it has been meaningful and [...]

Day 24: Mom’s Toolbox Advent Calendar

December 24, 2008

Wow! Can you believe it is Christmas Eve?
Here’s your assignment for Day 24:
Read Luke 1-2:40 to your family or enjoy some quiet reading with yourself and God.
 
Enjoy …  See you tomorrow, when we celebrate the birth of our Savior!

99 Things on the Wall

December 23, 2008

I saw this meme on the Five Js and had to join in. Here’s a little about me… (The things in bold I have done.)
1. Started your own blog (and helped greatly by family and friends)
2. Slept under the stars (many years of summer camp)
3. Played in a band (But I twirled in marching band)
4. [...]

Day 23: Mom’s Toolbox Advent Calendar

December 23, 2008

Christmas Day is almost here!
Here’s your assignment for Day 23:
Pray for yourself. And try to really listen.
 
Enjoy …  See you tomorrow.

I must stop seeking praise from men

December 22, 2008

Scripture: John 13:42-43
42 Yet at the same time many even among the leaders believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; 43 for they loved praise from men more than praise from God.
Observation: Those that believed in Jesus [...]

Day 22: Mom’s Toolbox Advent Calendar

December 22, 2008

Christmas Day is almost here!
Here’s your assignment for Day 22:
Play Christmas carols and light candles while preparing dinner. Keep the music and candles going during dinner and have each person share one of their favorite carols.
 
Enjoy …  See you tomorrow.

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