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Busy Moms and the Holidays: How Do They Do it All?

For me, one of the most challenging and busies times of the year is the holiday season. It is when I discover my overcommitted schedule and endless obligations have created a very underwhelmed soul.

How do busy moms do it all so seamlessly?

Thankfulness for Thanksgiving

Every year, Christmas decorations come out earlier and earlier. But have we forgotten how to celebrate Thanksgiving?

10 Things to Do on Black Friday Besides Shop

Black Friday is that infamous time of year when we forget everything we learned the day before about gratitude, and go stark raving mad for things. Most people know what to expect at a Black Friday sale, some might even enjoy the chaos. However, for those looking to avoid the usual frenzy, here are ten things to do on Black Friday besides shop.

Elevation Worship Releases New Christmas Project, 'Echo The Angels'

GRAMMY Award®-winning praise band Elevation Worship (who gave us the songs "Trust in God" and "Graves into Gardens") celebrates this holiday season with the release of their first-ever full-length Christmas album, Echo The Angels.

Watch: Sara Groves Thanksgiving Video - "Settin' Up The Pins"

If your Thanksgiving is getting a little hectic, singer Sara Groves can totally relate - and has a sweet solution for you!

This fun family music video will bring a breath of fresh air to your holiday heaviness.  It's a great reminder to take it ALL in stride!

Happy Thanksgiving from Big Daddy Weave

Big Daddy Weave lead singer Mike Weaver shares this greeting from his heart to you  this Thanksgiving.

Lauren Daigle – 'Christmastime Is Here'

Before you unwrap the candy cane or sip on that peppermint mocha, you might want to first consider the palette.  Behold, the Christmas album from Lauren Daigle, brings influences from New Orleans' Bourbon Street to bring a Christmas album that, in many respects, is totally unconventional.  What does Lauren say about the album?

From CCM Magazine!

Don’t Let Food Cloud Your Focus This Thanksgiving

Approach holiday eating from a faith-based intuitive eating perspective, then a season of true abundance and gratitude opens up.  Here are three key points we can keep in mind so we don’t let food overwhelm our focus this Thanksgiving...

Donate Todays!

We invite you to join with us as we collect New Toys, Sporting Goods and Gift Cards for Children and Teens in need - this Holiday Season.  At each of our Christmas Toy Collections Events, we'll be accepting new - unwrapped Toys, bicycles, sporting goods and gift cards which will be distributed to our Christmas donation partners, CHiPs for Kids, SpeakJoy and Christmas Wish.

Thanksgiving: The Power of a Thankful Heart

It is not always easy to give thanks, but this is the very thing we must do in order to see God's will accomplished in our lives. This is how we move into higher realms of faith for ourselves, for our city, and for our nation...

For the Busy Mom: A Special Invitation This Holiday Season

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and everywhere I turn there's a tide rising of commotion, preparation, and pinning. It's enough to make my head spin.

But in the midst of it all, I feel a gentle tug at my heart.

"Come to Me..."

 

Their Own Words - Why Christian Artists Say Thanks

For many Christian artists, Thanksgiving holidays are extra special. For some, it may be the only season they truly get to relax! We caught up with some of your favorite artists to hear first-hand what Thanksgiving season means to them.
From CCM Magazine!

17 Prayers of Gratitude for the Holiday Season

How healthy are you going into this holiday season?

While you can try to steer clear of germs, pump up the antioxidants, and even get your flu shots, one of the healthiest habits you can cultivate is to express a grateful heart.

Phil Wickham Releases Solemn Christmas Anthem, 'Manger Throne'

GRAMMY-nominated worshipper Phil Wickham, whose anthology of countless songs are sung in churches around the world, releases this holiday single, “Manger Throne”, celebrating the birth of a King born in a humble manger.

Watch the worshipful video here....

Don’t Invite Your Expectations to Thanksgiving

Your family members are gathered for a Thanksgiving feast. As you enjoy delicious food and engaging conversation, you look out across the table and think of how thankful you are for this experience. It's all perfect, except for one thing.  It’s not real.

Here are some all-too-common scenarios that can burst the bubble of unrealistic expectations at Thanksgiving – and what you can do if you encounter them...

7 Things All Sons Need to Hear From Their Moms

Here are 7 essential phrases sons need to hear from their moms to feel valued and capable later in life.

For Mothers of Prodigals - 6 Reasons to Keep Hoping

Brokenhearted mama, it’s ok to cry. But cry in the arms of your Savior. Don’t be afraid to ask Him for great and mighty things on behalf of your child. Trust Him for a miracle!

Here are 6 reasons to keep on hoping....

What Color Was Jesus?

There’s a question that lingers in the minds of some people, a question often stirred up by racial tension, political debate, or for historical accuracy. What color was Jesus? 

Where's what we know, and the importance of it. 

Instilling the Meaning of Independence Day

What does the Fourth of July mean to contemporary Americans? For many it means a day off from work and little more. To others it means an opportunity to "party," roast hot dogs, and watch fireworks.  But to the Founders of our nation, it meant far more.

Some amazing insight into the birth of our country that you can share with your family!

Danny Gokey - 'My America' (Official Music Video)

Singer Danny Gokey has released a special holiday anthem to remind us of our foundation of liberty, and that God is still not done with the United States.

Watch and be inspired by Danny singing his original song, "My America"...

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