Last year I told you about one our Christmas traditions, The Gifts of the Magi, in which each child receives 3 gifts for Christmas, each one representing the gifts the magi brought to honor the infant Savior. This is a great tradition all by itself but this year, I’m making it even better! I often run around like a horse with blinders on. But lately God has been pulling so …
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A Lesson In Giving: Operation Christmas Child
As Christians we are called to have a heart that gives and serves gladly-all year round. Yet giving really takes the spotlight during the holidays. I try to encourage my children to be giving and to meet needs whenever they see them: Proverbs 3:27 – Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act. Of course they are KIDS and often forget …
Advent Event, Day 4: The Spirit of Giving
We know that Christmas is about giving, and about the greatest gift ever given. But we also know that it’s the GETTING that often takes center stage. How do we overcome that, especially with our children? Encouraging our children to give of their time or resources is a good start. Let it be said that we should have giving hearts all year long. During the holidays, people can feel particularly …