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Two Different Views of God’s Wrath
The world has two enormously different views of God’s wrath and sin. The main view taught today is from Greek philosophy where God is detached and unapproachable and Jesus needed to suffer and die to appease God’s wrath intended for us. The Biblic
3 Step-by-Step Lap Booking Methods
Lapbooks (or Lap Booksâ„¢) are such neat learning tools. Seems like I hear myself saying, “Ohhh let’s make a lapbook out of that!” almost daily. Anything can be made into a lapbook (a book, an idea, a Bible lesson, a documentary, a conce
Spiritual Fruit Begins with Spiritual Rest
Jesus said He would give rest to those who were weary and heavy laden. Spiritual rest is not lying down to take a nap. God didn’t rest on the seventh day because He was tired. His rest was a cessation of labor. Rest is the opposite of work or striving;
Rosh Hashana Apple and Honey Cake
Apples and honey are a traditional food for Rosh Hashana. This cake is one of the best I have ever made or tasted and my children really look forward to it. Its a super way to welcome Autumn with the smell of apple cake drifting through the house! Last ye
Homeschool Planning: How Would Jesus Schedule?
In previous posts I have asked you to rethink your beliefs about knowledge and education. Now I’m asking asking you to consider another paradigm shift—to rethink scheduling. How Would Jesus Schedule? Jesus had obvious long-term goals but He pract
Seven Reasons Lap Booking Works
Lap books are wonderful teaching tools that encourage creativity while motivating learning. A lap book consists of a file folder that contains various types of mini booklets with images and text. The mini booklets contain bite-sized chunks of informa
15 Key Facts About Homeschooled Kids in College
Our 19 year old son, Anthony, graduated college this summer with honors including the Advanced Achievement Award (professor voted most outstanding student) from Full Sail University in FL . He attended on campus and got his BS in two years. My oldest ch
Scrapbooking to Learn Slide Shows
A peek inside the new Heart of Wisdom Store coming soon. Would love your feedback or questions in the comments. Scrap-Lap Booking What is a Scrap Lap Book? In a Lapbook a booklet is usually one color. In a Scrap-Lapbook booklets are decorated with coordi
Set Your Video Recorder: The 9/11 Interview
Set your video recorder for this Sunday, you will want to watch this rare interview about the 9/11 historical event with your children. National Geographic Channel presents George W. Bush: The 9/11 Interview, a world premiere documentary that reveals
More Printable Bible Verse Memory Cards
Here are more free printables for Bible Drill. Just click on image to download the PDF. I print the cards out on card-stock and laminate for durability. Thees cards are for Key Bible Passages. More About Children’s Bible Drill More Free Printables