Author: Amy

  • SOAP: Training for the present life and the life to come

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    Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. Observation: Train your heart and mind in the…

  • Graham Cracker Mangers

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    Last year I was looking for something fun for my son’s first grade class to do during their Christmas party. I wanted to stay in budget and along the lines of something Christian Christmas-y not Santa Christmas-y. I loved the idea of gingerbread house decorating, but that was both costly and, although cute, I  knew…

  • SOAP: Guidance in determining the To-Dos

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    Scripture: Colossians 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Observation: Focus on the things with eternal consequence, not on less important things. Application: I have so many things to do swirling about in my head… and so many more written down on a list. I would like to think that I…

  • SOAP: Being shielded from evil

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    Scripture: Ephesians 6:16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Observation: Cover yourself with faith so that you will be protected from attacks by Satan. Application: Sometimes I do feel as though I am under attack. Sometimes things…

  • Advent Calendar for Moms and Families

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    Last night I had a few friends over to make advent calendars for moms and families. It was a wonderful night of visiting, relaxing, eating, enjoying each other’s company and making something to prepare our hearts for Christmas. For the calendars,  each day of December leading up to Christmas Day holds a special simple fun…