Family Life
Stepping Back in Time Visiting Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage
I have a great admiration for the early settlers of our country. They could look at a piece of land and be willing to do whatever it took to make a life there. 250 years ago Tennessee was the wild west. Andrew Jackson bravely cultivated an incredible life for himself and his wife just outside…
Read MoreExploring the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum
Since visiting the JFK Presidential Library and Museum in Boston several years ago, my mom purchased a “passport” to the presidential libraries and has desired to see them all. The first one my kids and I went to with my mother was the LBJ library in Austin. It was so much more than I expected.…
Read MorePraying the Psalms – Road Map Month 4
Hearing the story of the Israelites hasn’t become easier now that they’re in the Promised Land. If you’ve been reading through *most of the Bible in a year with us, you might be feeling the same way. Even in times of peace, the people can’t keep their promises without someone making them keep their word. The…
Read MoreCelebrate World Elephant Day with Phoenix Wilder
When my son was young, he loved elephants. Naturally, his favorite movie was Dumbo. Since that time, he’s enjoyed learning more about these majestic, African mammals. April 16th happens to be World Elephant Day, and this year you and your family can celebrate by heading out to your local movie theater for the premier of Phoenix Wilder:…
Read MoreThe Bible Project Coffee Table Book Greatness
I’m always looking for excellent resources that help make the truths of the Bible memorable and easy to understand. One of our family’s favorite find is the illustrated videos from the Bible Project. This non-profit ministry is doing some incredible things to equip people with resources to read the Word of God for themselves—the most…
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