Seeds to Trees

Hope

The thrill of hope! In our family we light the 4th candle of Advent as hope! The anticipation of Christmas is at its peak as we look to Christmas that is now but days away. When my children were young the thrill of all that was about to happen was especially exciting

Seeds to Trees

Love

I challenge you to seek to follow, trust and obey Jesus and love him with all your heart, soul and mind. Deepen your love and understanding of Jesus this year and don’t just celebrate His birthday!

Seeds to Trees

Peace

Jesus offers a peace that is lasting and not dependent on what is going on around you. In the crazy busy moments of life, in the stressful times dealing with other people, in the times when it all seems overwhelming, Jesus can bring a peace filled with contentment, confidence, power and assurance. The world sees peace as an absence of conflict.

Seeds to Trees

Joy

In our family, we choose to light JOY as the first candle of Advent because of our excitement that begins this season. We are reminded that it is with great joy and anticipation we look forward to the birthday of Jesus.

Before You Go

Family Rules

People will disappoint us in life. When they do, we can shake the dust from our feet and move on. Remember Jesus will always be there when its all falling apart. He is your constant and sure hope when everything and everyone else sucks!

Before You Go

In God’s Time

God has a plan! Many times we are not privy to the timing of the plan but we must trust that God will lead us forward at just the right time. In the college years, the future is looming large. What will you do upon graduation is the constant question.

Before You Go

Belt Check

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realm