DEUTERONOMIUM 5:33

There may be no more sobering reality for us as parents than to realize that our children are learning how to talk, think, and act based on the direction and examples we set for them through daily life. Children notice and imitate what they see and hear from us. The principle of “more is caught than taught” is at work to a greater extent than we realize, which underscores the power of influence.

Educators taught you so much more than the 3 R’s of reading, ‘riting and ‘rithmetic.  The values at the core of your character may reflect the lessons you learned from educators—teachers, coaches, mentors, and parents—who were rooted in God’s Word. In this five-day devotional, join Kathy Branzell, author of An Apple a Day , and revisit the 5 R’s we learned from some of our favorite educators that added value to our lives well beyond our school years.

This reading plan takes you on a journey through the Bible to discover some of God's top priorities. As you walk with Jesus through the Old and New Testament you will learn that God's most important priority is YOU! He wants to spend time with you and gives us several "lists" that help us learn how to Love God and Love Others! God loves you and wants to spend time with you! Won't you join Him on this journey of Discovery?

Self-care has become all the rage. Clean eating, rest, exercise, essential oils, "me time." Yes, all these types of self-care are great, but do you continue to find yourself struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, insecurity, or self-doubt? Maybe there’s some deeper spiritual care needed. This Soul Care series will explore how to take care of your soul ... the most important part of you.