Why Every Child Needs a Savings Goal Have you ever wanted something special but did not have enough money to buy it? Maybe you want a bicycle, a new book, art supplies, a game, a family experience, or money to start a small business. Instead of feeling discouraged or asking someone else to buy it im...
Why It Can Be So Hard to Put Your Phone Down You tell yourself, “I’m only going to check my phone for five minutes.” You open one app. Watch one video. Answer one message. Then another video appears. Someone sends you a notification. You check a different app. Before you know it, 45 minutes have pas...
Teaching Self-Control in a World of Instant Gratification Children are growing up in a world designed to deliver almost everything quickly. Entertainment begins with one click. Answers appear in seconds. Food can arrive at the door. Games offer immediate rewards, and social media provides a constant...
What Is the Spirit of Fear? What Is the Spirit of Fear? Key Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” Fear is a natural human emotion that alerts us to possible danger. It can encourage us to exercise caution, seek wisdom...
What Is Soul Appreciation? Your soul is one of the most valuable gifts God has entrusted to you. Your soul is one of the most valuable gifts God has entrusted to you. Yet many people spend more time caring for their appearance, possessions, responsibilities, and relationships than they spend recogni...