Are you still amazed at Mary’s humble response to Gabriel’s announcement? The NET translation shares Luke 1:38 this way. So Mary said, “Yes, I am a servant of the Lord; let this happen to me according to your word.” This is the first lesson and preschool crafts packet in my weekly lesson series following the
As we begin the church’s new year, I’m creating weekly lessons following the Jesus Storybook Bible. The lessons are digital downloads you can print at home and will be available from my new shop. This begins the fulfillment of a dream I’ve had on my heart for almost 30 years. In my years as a
I’ve updated this post with three new crafts, a cut and glue ten commandments printable, a simple diorama, and a coloring page showing Moses standing by Mt. Sinai, along with a version of a toilet paper tube Moses character. The free files for these crafts can be downloaded by completing the form below. All four
Being a mother is one of the greatest joys of my life. My two boys (who are currently 18 and 22) are as different as night and day and both bring me love and encouragement everyday. If you or your kids would like to express love and appreciation to a mother, grandmother, or someone who
The story of Noah in the Jesus Storybook Bible is entitled, “The New Beginning” and reminds me that sometimes new beginnings take a long time. All the ridicule Noah received made his faith in God all the more important. The story of Noah is found in Genesis 6-9. The video is available here. Check out
The story of Adam and Eve and the serpent in the Jesus Storybook Bible is entitled, “The Terrible Lie” and reminds me of the many lies we often believe about God’s love for us and our need for him. Even though Adam and Eve started the human race on a long journey, the story of
My dear friend Shelley Farrar Coleman has written a book outlining 20 lessons she learned from her father, Trav Farrar. He was a brick layer by trade and each lesson is another brick to you and your family’s foundation. The book includes worksheets, coloring pages, and resources for each brick (lesson). You can find the
As we approach Holy Week each year, the thought that comes to mind is Jesus’ determination to fulfill his calling as he sets his face toward Jerusalem. Knowing what is to come, he grieves not for himself, but for God’s people. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how