Reminding Our Children: We Bear the Image

Every man, woman, and child on this earth is somebody with unique potential, simply because they are image-bearers of the Most High God. Everyone is destined for eternity—either in the presence of God or forever cut off from Him.
Why is this important for our children to know? Because it lays a foundation of confidence in who they are—a beloved child of the King of Kings. And it frees them to live with purpose and joy. Continue reading Reminding Our Children: We Bear the Image

Leigh Ann ThomasJune 23, 2022June 21, 202211 Comments

Strengthening the Bow

Remove the Sandals from Your Feet

Our most important responsibility as parents is to grow our personal faith in such a way that our children know we are always prepared to remove the sandals from our feet. As a result, the Holy Spirit will supply what we need to lead our children in much the same way Joshua led the people. Continue reading Remove the Sandals from Your Feet

Shelley PierceJune 2, 2022May 28, 20229 Comments

Forging Arrows

What Will We Say When They Ask?

Make opportunities to talk about essentials of faith. Teach them day by day. And then do it again. Use Scripture. Accompany it with love. As they grow, they will associate the emotion of your speech and actions of your life with the validity of your words. Continue reading What Will We Say When They Ask?

Sylvia SchroederMay 19, 2022May 5, 202212 Comments

Forging Arrows

The Jordan at Flood Stage

The Jordan at flood stage. For you and me that might be too much month at the end of the money, the call from the doctor that brings you to your knees, or one of your children experiencing desperate hurt and you cannot kiss it and make it all better.
We all experience the Jordan at flood stage. Knowing this, how can we get ready for the unknown and unexpected? How can we prepare for what is around the bend? Continue reading The Jordan at Flood Stage

Shelley PierceApril 14, 2022April 11, 202210 Comments

Forging Arrows

I Spy Something God Made: 12 Tips for a Walk in the Park

Parenting isn’t a walk in the park, but a walk in the park breathes fresh air into family life. When sibling rivalry and children’s misbehavior make you feel like you’re in the washer’s spin cycle, take a break. Go outside and spy something God made. Continue reading I Spy Something God Made: 12 Tips for a Walk in the Park

Jeannie WatersMarch 17, 2022March 13, 202225 Comments

Forging Arrows

Living in the Moment

We can choose to parent on purpose and to live intentionally. Continue reading Living in the Moment

Shelley PierceSeptember 30, 2021September 30, 20217 Comments

Forging Arrows

Grandparents Camp: Having Fun and Sharing God’s Word

Time for Camp!: Sharing God’s love with our grandchildren and leaving a legacy of joy and faith. Continue reading Grandparents Camp: Having Fun and Sharing God’s Word

Jeannie WatersSeptember 9, 2021September 9, 202113 Comments

Forging Arrows

An Open Letter to Dad & Mom

Dear Dad and Mom … my heart will always reach for your love and approval. Continue reading An Open Letter to Dad & Mom

Shelley PierceAugust 5, 2021August 5, 20219 Comments

Forging Arrows

Building Our Homes Like a Lego Master {by Meredith Mills • Guest Post}

Every day we have countless opportunities to build our homes and strengthen the people who live within our walls. Continue reading Building Our Homes Like a Lego Master {by Meredith Mills • Guest Post}

Leigh Ann ThomasJuly 29, 2021July 29, 20219 Comments

Forging Arrows

Jehovah Has You

Oh, that we would learn God’s character through His names and know—because of Who He is—we don’t need to feel defeated in the storms of life. Continue reading Jehovah Has You

Shelley PierceApril 1, 2021April 1, 20218 Comments

in the Quiver

STRENGTHEN · FORGE · BUILD · The quiver is our home. The arrows are our children. The battle is the Lord's.

Tag: Teaching our children

Reminding Our Children: We Bear the Image

Remove the Sandals from Your Feet

What Will We Say When They Ask?

The Jordan at Flood Stage

I Spy Something God Made: 12 Tips for a Walk in the Park

Living in the Moment

An Open Letter to Dad & Mom

Building Our Homes Like a Lego Master {by Meredith Mills • Guest Post}

Jehovah Has You