April is Poetry Month, and I thought it might be fun to look at some of the poetry in the Bible and what it teaches us about being disciples. I want to start with one of my favorite discipleship verses: Psalm 1:1-3. It says: Blessed is the person who does not walk in the counsel of the …
In this episode we celebrate Hans Christian Anderson’s birthday and look at fairytales from around the world. Plus we discuss the true happily ever after we have in Christ. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, …
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Passion Week – Jesus’ last week leading to His crucifixion and resurrection – the Passover meal or Last Supper –washing the disciple’s feet – the Mount of Olives – Judas’ kiss of betrayal – the mockery of a trial – the jeering crowd – the nails – the torn veil – the empty tomb. The …
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As He rode along, people were spreading their coats on the road [as an act of homage before a king]. As soon as He was approaching [Jerusalem], near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the entire multitude of the disciples [all those who were or claimed to be His followers] began praising God [adoring Him …
In this episode we look at books about Easter for our kids and a couple for parents that will help us celebrate the gift of salvation Jesus gave us through His death and resurrection. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books that spark …
And then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone. (Mark 16:15, NLT) Praise his glorious name forever! Let the whole earth be filled with his glory. Amen and amen! (Psalm 72:19, NLT) We’ve heard it every day for about a year now: “Stay Home, Stay Safe.” As COVID survivors, we obey those words, but as disciples of Christ, we are to …
In this episode we share books celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Irish Heritage and books that help us in the areas t. Patrick valued most: praying, sharing the Gospel, and Knowing God. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion …
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In this episode we interview author Xochitl Dixon who wrote Different Like Me. Our Guest: Xochitl (So-Cheel) E. Dixon, author of Waiting for God: Trusting Daily in God’s Plan and Pace (2019), has a heart for prayer, loving God, loving people, and nurturing spiritual growth through prayer and the study and application of Scripture. She shares God’s truth …
Have you ever heard another Christian say something that sunk into your heart like a meteor striking the earth? Truth that hits you so squarely between the eyes that you have an immediate reality check and recognize that maybe you’ve started walking by habit rather than faith? That is kind of how I feel with …
In this episode we discuss some great books for celebrating Black History Month, but we also discuss some important books for parents to read to equip themselves for having important conversations about race. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, …
