Was I dreaming? I floated somewhere between a dream state and the reality of a new dawn, wandering through the living room of an abandoned mansion. A shaft of sunlight sneaking through a broken window was dispersed by particles of dust. It offered little illumination if any. Water-stained boxes [...]
Our grandchildren are living in the midst of a troubled culture where being a Christian is scorned, and talking about Jesus is unacceptable. In a country where they call wrong right and right wrong, causing confusion. It’s a brutal and vicious battle for their hearts and minds by a friendly and [...]
Do you get tired of praying the same prayers for your grandchildren and their parents? Do you feel like your prayers have become humdrum, repetitive, or pointless? A number of years ago, I felt that my prayers were general and superficial. I prayed that my grandchildren would be safe and have a [...]
Did you pray for the parents of your grandchildren today? They are often overwhelmed with the many distractions and decisions they need to make living in today’s culture. Pray the parents of your grandchildren will not be distracted in their marriages, employment, and activities from their God [...]
If you have grandchildren attending college at this time will you sign up to pray for their college on Thursday, February 23? I am giving you Scriptures and Suggestions to Pray for your college grandchildren after this writing from the Collegiate Day of Prayer website.The Power & Potential of [...]
Dear Heavenly Father, I pray _________ will: Trust you with all his/her Not depend on his/her own insight. Keep your words in his/her Always have a cheerful happy Listen to the words of the wise. Keep on the right course for life. Reflect your love to the hearts of others. Have a soft, teachable [...]
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Guest blog by Bev Phillips “I’m too old to do much of anything anymore,” mumbled the elderly gentleman as I greeted him in the church foyer one Sunday morning and inquired how he was doing. In my role as Care Ministry Director at our church, I have heard this sentiment from our older [...]
Agnes Jakosalem, a participant of the Grandparenting ministry from the Philippines won the 2017 Mrs. Grandma Universe pageant. At 51, it didn’t occur to Agnes Jakosalem to compete in a beauty pageant, more so bringing home the first crown for the Philippines in this year’s Mrs. Grandma [...]
Isn’t it exciting to have your precious grandchild come running into your arms with hugs and kisses? Your six-year-old granddaughter calling to tell you she lost her first tooth and the tooth fairy is coming to her house or your seven-year-old grandson thrilled to tell you how many goals he made [...]