I just finished reading about the battles of Vicksburg and Gettysburg as told by Shelby Foote in The Civil War: A Narrative: Volume 2. General Grant made sundry attempts to conquer Vicksburg, until finally, he discovered how to besiege it successfully. The siege lasted 47 days. Both residents and confederate soldiers suffered from hunger and… Continue reading Fight the Good Fight: August 2025 Scripture Writing Plan
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Raising GenNext: Scripture Writing Plan September 2024
Even if you’re not a parent or grandparent, don’t skip this post!! If you have been following Jesus for a long time and are a member of a local congregation, this scripture writing plan is for you too. Although the responsibility of training and teaching children falls into the lap of their parents, each of… Continue reading Raising GenNext: Scripture Writing Plan September 2024
Teach Me: Scripture Writing Plan August 2024
"Teach me your way, O Lord,that I may walk in your truth;unite my heart to fear your name." Psalm 86.11-12, ESV Another year of school is starting soon. At home, I have two kids in high school, and one beginning the final year of middle school. My spouse is teaching the two oldest how to drive. I… Continue reading Teach Me: Scripture Writing Plan August 2024
Bible Review: NKJV Study Bible for Kids
Over the years, I've sifted through several children's Bibles. The challenge, particularly as a parent, is in trying to find a rendering of the Bible that will help equip your children as they grow. Unfortunately, many children's Bibles are too childish or in a translation that I felt was unfaithful to the original text. The… Continue reading Bible Review: NKJV Study Bible for Kids
Tools for Homeschooling for Newbies & Veterans!
The choice to homeschool should not be taken lightly. It demands a significant amount of time, prayer, and patience. Whether you are a newbie homeschooler or a veteran in need of inspiration, I hope the following resource list will be helpful! Getting Started When I initiated homeschooling in 2011, I didn't even know where to begin.… Continue reading Tools for Homeschooling for Newbies & Veterans!
At-Home Devotionals With Children
"What devotional do you use with your children?" I cannot count the number of times I have seen this question posed within various social media groups. Typically, the questioner wants an app, curriculum, or book. If I ever find one I like, I'll be sure to share it with all of you... When my children were… Continue reading At-Home Devotionals With Children
Teaching the Truth With Love
Why are we willing to speak and teach the truth---even when it is unpopular? Are we teaching the truth to inflate our own self-righteousness? OR... Do we hope to lead people away from the catastrophic consequences of their choices? Are we teaching the truth because we love God and seek to glorify Him? OR... Do we simply seek self-promotion? The truth must be taught, but we must teach it with love.
What is the Greatest Challenge Facing Christians Today?
When I entered college in 1999, many were under the impression that evolutionary theory and, of course, the obvious problem of peer pressure, had the greatest faith-wrecking potential.
We were wrong.
What is the greatest challenge facing Christians?
Encouragement for the Discouraged Homeschooler
The kids aren't alright, and neither is mom. Exasperated sighs and groans cover each math lesson. Tear drops glisten across those essay rough drafts. Mom's hair is standing on end and there just isn't enough coffee or chocolate in the world to combat her stress or exhaustion. Welcome to notorious November. Mid-year, many of us… Continue reading Encouragement for the Discouraged Homeschooler
Why Does It Matter What I Believe About God?
In our homeschool, we are currently reading Usborne Greek Myths. Our History lessons are taking us through ancient civilizations, so we are reading about the Greek "little-g" gods. Some might cringe at reading about pagan gods with impressionable kids, but I see it as a teaching opportunity. There are three things I try to teach… Continue reading Why Does It Matter What I Believe About God?
Elihu's Corner 