reading-matters

  • Follow the Breadcrumbs

    Reading time with our kids can lead to something even more special. Talking. We just have to follow the breadcrumbs. Personally, I can be a take-charge kind of person.  But, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the value of LISTENING over… Continue reading

  • Tuning-in to Tone

    An author creates a TONE within his or her story, based on the purpose of the book.    Some authors write mysteries of intrigue to keep us guessing, some write to teach or inform, others write to inspire and give hope,… Continue reading

  • THE VALUE OF “STORY”

    When Jesus wanted to teach us about God, His love, and His purpose, He used stories!  When He wanted to teach us about how to treat others and how to forgive, He used stories. When He wanted to show us… Continue reading

  • MAKE ROOM~  (Prepare Him Room)

    Our pastor’s sermon Sunday was titled PREPARE HIM ROOM.   There was no “room” at the Inn, or anywhere in town, as Mary and Joseph entered into Bethlehem.   As the Creator of the Universe entered into humanity, there was no room. … Continue reading

  • Teaching “THANKFUL”

    Is an attitude of thankfulness something that comes naturally to us?  Do we need to be taught to live with an attitude of gratitude? Does it depend on circumstances?  Does it depend on our belief system? What I do know… Continue reading

  • The Work of His Hands

    “The heavens declare the glory of the Lord; the skies proclaim the work of His Hands”, Psalms 19:1. Autumn in North Carolina is my absolute favorite season. The vibrant colors of the changing leaves, the crisp air, and the Carolina… Continue reading

  • Numbering Our Days

    “Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” Psalm 90:12. A constant challenge in most of our lives is how to spend our time….wisely. WISELY is the challenge. We all have the same… Continue reading

  • Help Them Choose

    Christianity.com states the difference between happiness and joy as: “Happiness is merely external, fleeting, and is only achievable on earth. Joy, on the other hand, is internal, selfless, sacrificial, and a spiritual connection with God. We need joy in our… Continue reading

  • About Books and Kingdom Business

    This term has had quite the impact on me and I keep hearing it in the Tuesday Teachings I participate in with HopeWriters; we are in the “Kingdom Business” as Christians. It’s a simple phrase but can affect everything about… Continue reading

  • Give Yourself Grace

    Okay, so there are days when we just won’t be able to sit down and read a book with the kids. There are days that just don’t seem to hold enough minutes. I remember. There are days when we’re just… Continue reading

  • The Value of Village

    It may be one of the things we long for most in life, companionship. We long to be loved by others and to love; this is the way we are designed. Rarely will we find a good book, for children… Continue reading