No Snow, No Problem: Cookies Still Count
“It is more blessed to give than to receive.”— Jesus (Acts 20:35) Give cookies; count blessings. “I do not want Christmas to come this year,” Hannah said. “Do you want presents?” Grampa Hippo asked. “I do not want Christmas. Not even presents,” Hannah said. “What is wrong?” Grampa asked. “It does not feel like Christmas without snow,” Hannah said. “What else feels like Christmas to you?” Grampa asked. “I like baking cookies with you and giving them away,” Hannah said. “I like that too,” Grampa said. “We can still bake and share.” Grampa set the dough on the table. “We can bless people with cookies,” he said. Gramma stepped into the kitchen. “Are you making cookies?” she asked. “Those are my favorites.” Hannah...
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Do you have a real, live pine tree as your 🌲 Christmas tree? Describe the scent? Have you seen, smelled, touched any items made of pine? Come with me to a time long ago, to a place where pine and cedar trees were plentiful, useful, and beautiful! A young man born in Missouri dedicated himself to years of study. Laboring at the University of Iowa, he graduated in 1907 with the word Dr. before his name. His greatest desire was to start a school in rural Mississippi for those who lacked education in the areas of academics and basic vocational life skills. His God-given vision was to equip young minds and spirits with strong Christian values as they learn how to read, write, speak and produce by working together with their hands. He declined a teaching position...
Read MoreA Poem of David and Goliath
Goliath served with the Philistines. The biggest guy anyone had seen. He challenged the armies of Israel. He threatened them with his steel. He asked, “Will anybody fight?” “I will beat any with my might.” He held his sword up so high. He shook it in the sky. When that message was heard by all, The Israelis looked to their King Saul. The king looked for someone to beat him. But only one boy said he could defeat him. In order to protect his flock, David knew how to throw a rock. He knew how to keep Danger away from his sheep. He was not a fighting man. But he was willing to take a stand. David promised to fight the giant. But Goliath remained defiant. Goliath sneered at his foe. “I could beat you with one blow!” David had his...
Read MoreKeep Candles 🕯️ Glowing!
Perhaps you have seen the lighting of Advent candles many times! What do you remember about this? If you have never seen or heard of it, come on a 4 week joyous journey of discovery, prayer, and growth! Bless Your holy, righteous, excellent Name O LORD! Your has no limits! Prayer 1st Candle – HOPE: “ GOD, LIGHT of the world s we light the first Advent candle of hope, we ask for/acknowledge and usher in Your presence to fill our hearts and homes. May the hope of Christ’s coming bring light to our darkness and renew our spirits. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.” 2nd – PEACE: “GOD of peace, Prince-of-PEACE as we light the second Advent of peace, may your peace fill our hearts and our world. Help us to be peacemakers/keepers in...
Read MoreGod Keeps His Promises
Hook: Do you know someone who always keeps their promises? Book: “I will put my Spirit in you, and you will live.” — Ezekiel 37:14 Look: God never forgets His promises. He promised to love us, help us, and give us His Spirit. When we remember that, we can smile and know we’re never alone. Took: Thank You, God, for keeping Your promises to me. Amen. Charles Smith is a faith-driven author and creator of After the Storm Books & Journals. His work focuses on devotionals that help readers of all ages find peace, strength, and purpose through God’s Word. Charles is the author of After the Storm, Looking for God (After the Storm), Life After the Storms: New Beginnings, How to Build a Better You! For Today’s Men Dealing with Today’s Mental...
Read MoreThe One Gift JESUS Wants for You This Christmas
When JESUS lived on earth and traveled from town to town, there was clamor, commotion, expectancy, and high energy. No gadgets. No gimmicks. No texts, media feeds, advertisements, tickets, or registrations. Only word of mouth spreading the news: JESUS is coming. JESUS is home. JESUS is in the House. The season of Advent stirs a similar response in many hearts. We count down the days until Christmas. We prepare gifts. We enjoy musicals, dramas, decorating, pageants, programs, parties, and greetings. Yes—say MERRY CHRISTMAS. Before JESUS, God’s Son, came into our world—though HE existed before creation—there was always expecting. Waiting for JESUS was real for those who followed and believed in GOD the Heavenly Father. GOD promised that a Savior would be...
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