Christmas Gift Ideas

Tis the season...so here is a few Christmas ideas for you to leave that legacy!!!!

1. I buy Nativity Sets for my grandchildren. I have bought Brennan and Isaac a couple and Claire is getting her first one this year! Fisher Price has such a cute one! I buy ones they can actually touch and play with.

2. I bought Claire a Hallmark ornament that is like an Advent kind of thing. I can't remember the actual name of it, but you can find it. I am told the ornament with the book is not a great thing to buy as they "water down" the story.

3. I also had a recommendation from Esther Burroughs when we went to Asheville. It is called the Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name. I bought one for Isaac and one for Claire. Brennan sometimes reads to his brother, so he will be reading it too. Mom is getting one for her grandkids too.

4. I bought Brennan a Kay Arthur Bible study called "Discover 4 Yourself Children's Bible Study Series: Jesus in the Spotlight" (John Chapters 1-10) It is for 8-12 year olds.

5. Another idea for some older kids:
  a. Christian Music that matches their style, so you can introduce them to some stuff that they may not know exists. Lots of choices out there!
  b. Devotionals that are age appropriate
  c. A new Bible with study notes. They have so many Bibles out there that have a lot of extras and that are 'cool looking'.
  d. A Bible study...again look for one that is age appropriate, and maybe offer to make dates with them to go over it together.
  e. A Biography on a missionary (for older kids, maybe in college.)

OK, so I am out of suggestions..what are some of yours? Leave a comment so we can all share.

Don't forget to look at the post regarding the challenge we issued our last night of Measureless Love. What a great study to end with for the year...Christmas is always a great reminder of His love for us!

Love you all, Merry Christmas!

Challenge

1. My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers


2. God Is Enough by Hannah Whitall Smith

3. Streams In The Desert by L.B Cowman

4. Mornings With Tozer by A.W. Tozer

5. The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions

6. Morning & Evening by Charles H. Spurgeon

7. Daily Readings for Your Spiritual Journey by J.I. Packer

8. You Set My Spirit Free by John of the Cross (also Dark Night of The Soul)

9. Prayer: A Holy Occupation by Oswald Chambers

All can be found on cbd.com and most on Amazon.com some can be found in the modern language

Online Devotionals


rbc.org/devotionals-again

Intouch.org/magazine/daily devotional

Utmost.org

www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/morningandevening

www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/desert

www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/prayingnamesgod by Ann Spangler

Challenge:


If you read 3 chapters of the Bible everyday, you will have read the whole Bible in one year!



Buy a One Year Bible…they have it set up as a mix of Old and New Testament



Go deep and wide with the Bible.

Home

All I can say is "WOW!". Mom and I are home and now the work begins. But first, we need to take time to let it all sink in. On our way home, we were able to really express some of the things we have taken home and put into our hearts...but, there is much more to gather up and absorb so that we can pass it on to you. Please pray for us, that we will take what God wanted us to hear, seal it in our hearts and then allow us to express it to all of you. It was a time of reflection, renewal and learning new things. It was a lot of fun sharing this adventure with you. So much to tell you. We will see you soon!

Love Pam and Lisa

End of the Road...Almost

Well...here we are, almost at the end of the road...we are in VA right now, cause I cannot drive one more mile. We will head for Shannon's and home tomorrow. here is some more pics and vids for you to enjoy!
I caught a pic of Amanda, Beth's oldest daughter.

 Coffee line....30 + minutes in line! Mom's first Starbuck's

 
 Curtis Jones,  Beth Moore's Son in Law

 Me and Esther Burroughs....LOVED HER!!!!!!!! She is 74 and dresses way cooler than me!

 says it all!

 us with Stephanie Edge, one of the "break out speakers"

 this is us with a new friend from Michigan!

Beth and "More"

More Pictures

We are here!

Okay, I have to tell you...remember earlier when I said we are on a "Thelma and Louise" Road trip? Well mainly that was because we are two women venturing out on the road, plus the added adventure of finding a hotel to stay at last night, with no plans!!! Whew, that was a huge deal for me! I always need to know where I am going and when I am going to do it, so this was a BIG adventure. Well...funny thing is, and this is if you ever saw the movie, (which I do not recommend...I saw it pre-Christian days, or at least very immature Christian days) but on our way back on the road after a pit stop there was a good looking 30 something man hitch-hiking. He was no Brad Pitt, but the possibility was there....too funny. NO Deb Shilling, we did not pick him up. I did pray that someone would though!!!:) I don't think that fits in with our lessons from this Bible study...enough said. Enjoy the new pics and video. The mountains are so beautiful!!!