tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:44:40 +0000<center>"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." ~ 1 Timothy 4:12 </center>http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/karla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)Blogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-5972213188434482641Thu, 13 Mar 2008 04:37:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.169-07:00jokeEasterhttp://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/03/what-happens-when-hens-eat-fruit-loops.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-8360269539130195079Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:47:00 +00002008-03-12T12:16:17.451-06:00EastercraftPsychedelic eggs add a fun, funky touch to a traditional basket. And the decorating technique is so simple, even the littlest egg artists can help.CRAFT MATERIALS:A colander10 hard-boiled white eggs1/2 cup of white vinegarVibrant food coloring (we used McCormick Neon Food Coloring)Time Needed: Under 1 Hour1. Place several hard-boiled eggs in a colander in the kitchen sink and splash them with thehttp://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/03/psychedelic-eggs-for-easter.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-1726908905006084124Wed, 05 Mar 2008 03:33:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.378-07:00teen girlsyoung womenintegrityNaomi's Daughter is a place where teen girls and young women ( ONLY ages 12 - 25) can come for friendship, support, conversation, prayer, and advice.Naomi's Daughter is a Christian high-quality relationships group which consists of teen girls and young women who wish to distinguish themselves from many of their peers and the rest of popular society.Teaching young women to live with integrity, to http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/03/place-for-your-daughters.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-8756217491787471715Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:24:00 +00002008-03-04T10:31:08.266-07:00dreamsguidanceencouragement The Dream Giver for ParentsAs a parent, you have the privilege of protecting and nurturing the unique God-given Dream in your child's heart. How do you raise a Dreamer, and what can you do to encourage him to pursue his Dream? Based on the international bestseller The Dream Giver, this practical guide will help you inspire and support your child on his journey. Bruce and Darlene Wilkinson share http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/03/helping-your-child-pursue-his-dream.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-1235568794563242551Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:02:00 +00002008-02-07T11:18:37.398-07:00freee-booksBible stories BibleRhymes are children's Bible story books that feature modern poetry and vivid illustrations, and that tell Bible stories in a fun way that kids can relate to. And because they're told in rhyme, children will more easily remember details from these Bible stories.Bible Rhymes is pleased to announce that their first book, BibleRhymes Creation, is available as a free e-book!The second book in http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/02/biblerhymes.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-1580029192577223031Wed, 06 Feb 2008 04:58:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.609-07:00poemchildrenChildren Learn What They Live~ Dorothy Law Nolte, Ph.D. If children live with criticism, they learn to condemn.If children live with hostility, they learn to fight.If children live with fear, they learn to be apprehensive.If children live with pity, they learn to feel sorry for themselves.If children live with ridicule, they learn to feel shy.If children live with jealousy, they learn to feel http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/02/children-learn-what-they-live.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-7246763864671867129Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:36:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.658-07:00correctionbehaviorheartdisciplineThe Importance of Fixing Our Focus ~ Tedd TrippOur temptation as parents is to focus on behavior rather than the heart. We see; we hear our children fighting and arguing. We make a pass at a drive-by correction, “You guys, knock is off. I don’t want to hear anymore of that fighting.” Why do we focus on behavior? We know the Bible. We know all behavior reflects the heart. It is from the abundance http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/02/importance-of-fixing-our-focus.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-6354110357464516702Sun, 03 Feb 2008 03:14:00 +00002008-02-02T20:22:12.128-07:00intentional livingfather's love Reflections of a Parent's Love ~ Rod RobisonI would never have thought that a funeral could be the setting for a valuable lesson in child-rearing. I attended a service for the forty-eight year-old husband of a co-worker of mine. He had died of cancer just days after being diagnosed. The man was deeply loved by friends and family and highly respected in the community. The church was nearly full. http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/02/reflections-of-parents-love.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-4115553600292492200Wed, 30 Jan 2008 01:45:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.764-07:00destinyprayerfaithPartnership Parenting - Parenting with the Mind of Christ~ by Tina BoursiquotHow many of us look at our children and wonder - who is this child? Who will they become? What will they be?As a mother of two delightful blessings, I vividly remember the borage of feelings that over came me when I first looked into my son's beautiful face. No one word can describe the joy, amazement and definite fear http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/02/partnership-parenting-parenting-with.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-7746243056262882849Tue, 29 Jan 2008 04:10:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:46.907-07:00family trainingparenting7 keysRaising Godly Children:Bible Principles for Parents to Follow in Family Training and ParentingHow can Christian parents succeed in training children in the home? What parenting and child-raising authorities should fathers and mothers follow: the Bible or psychologists, social workers, and educators? What purpose and goal should families pursue? How important are love and instruction in the familyhttp://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/7-keys-for-raising-godly-children.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-8423387368124865793Sat, 26 Jan 2008 01:30:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:47.109-07:00playgroup Lead the Little Children: How to Start a Christian Playgroup~ by Carren JoyeTeaching our children about God is a big responsibility for parents. One way of gently leading children to God is through participating in the fun activities of a Christian-based playgroup. Many parents are either seeking or starting playgroups these days. Although many groups include Christian members, not all http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/lead-little-children-how-to-start.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-306665877064662421Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:10:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:47.270-07:00prayer journal A Child's Prayer Journal ~ by Dionna SanchezOne of the pleasures of being a parent is hearing the tender prayers of your little ones. Their hearts are so genuine, so tender, and full of eagerness at impacting another loved one through their prayers. Have you ever thought of putting together a prayer journal for them? It could be such a neat record for you and them someday. A prayer journal http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/childs-prayer-journal.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-4495638863430606268Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:52:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:47.421-07:00consistencyConsistent ParentingGod has given every parent a wondrous privilege and a great responsibility. Our goal as godly parents is to help our children grow and develop in such a way that they will have healthy relationships both within and outside the family, and most importantly a personal relationship with God, the Father of us all. But how do we do this? The Bible teaches principles of godly http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/consistent-parenting.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-4542304718800164341Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:24:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:47.562-07:00guidanceloveParentingBy Allison PenningtonSome years back, I had never been with children and actually did not like the little people. Even as a child I did not like most children. Change can come quickly though, and one day I found myself with children of my own. I started off knowing very little about raising children. After all, I had not spent much time with them. You might think that I was at a http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/parenting.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-9109067763763062007Thu, 17 Jan 2008 04:54:00 +00002008-01-16T22:05:25.601-07:00compassionprayerdesirePillars for Christ The PRAYER of a child is POWERFUL for their faith is BIG and their hearts are PURE. May the older generations acquire the PASSION and COMPASSION of these praying children. Verily I say unto you, Except ye turn, and become as little children, yeshall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven. ~ Matthew 18:3http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/pillars-for-christ.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-933533382841173654Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:06:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:47.738-07:00salvationMemory CrossValentine's Day"What if...... on Feb 10 (the Sunday before Valentine's Day) everyone at your church was given a Valentine's Plan of Salvation card? And in fulfillment of the Great Commission, they are challenged to give their Valentine's Plan of Salvation card to someone else outside of the church community.Think of the stories to be told that next Sunday; the witness of lives being touched and souls being http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/what-if-souls-were-saved.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-8975794441987373908Mon, 14 Jan 2008 04:08:00 +00002008-01-13T21:08:37.517-07:00This is a powerful video; what are you teaching your children?"Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Teach them to your children, talking about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates, so that your http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/children-see-children-do_13.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-7203234412991635897Wed, 09 Jan 2008 05:41:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:48.014-07:0010 commandmentsMirror Mirror...on the WallThe Question:What do you get when you gather Ten Womenpondering the Ten Commandments for a period of Ten Weeks?The Answer:The first collaborative book project of the Pink Collar Club:Mirror, Mirror…On The WallThe Invitation:Add your voice to Mirror, Mirror…On The Wallby journaling the Ten Commandmentsin a section of the book called My Meditations.Please submit your entries to the Pink Collar http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/10-women-10-commandments.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-1377132269679134588Fri, 04 Jan 2008 02:17:00 +00002008-01-03T19:17:30.899-07:00Lots of fun; great way to show kids that God loves them just the way they are!http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2008/01/christian-bug-song-for-kids.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-6323881963952887629Sun, 30 Dec 2007 23:00:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:48.215-07:00royal callingOur Mission StatementTo make every girl aware of the royal calling on her life and the responsibilities of her crown, while empowering them to be confident leaders in God's army.What an awesome ministry; check it out today!http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/princess-girlz.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-713577535986052013Sun, 30 Dec 2007 04:48:00 +00002007-12-29T21:48:22.536-07:00Awesome!!!http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/jesus-vs-santa.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-5111370639173583948Fri, 21 Dec 2007 01:50:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:48.398-07:00Scripture memorizationMemory CrossMemory Cross has created a really great way to teach kids Scripture. They have based their company on the following ideas.God's Word changes lives.Memory Cross makes learning God's Word fun. They also have created cards to share the Gospel in a fun and creative way.These cards can be used at your church, on mission trips,or anywhere you want to share God's love with others.Kids love playing with http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/hiding-gods-word-in-your-kids-heart.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-4944100894121484692Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:48.702-07:00Scripture memorization Parent Handbook for Scripture MemorizationAs a parent, haven't you ever thought, "Why isn't there a handbook for parenting?" I'm sure that we have all said it at one time or another. I know I have. :)Well, we have been given a handbook for living - it's called the Bible.The Bible is also a great parenting handbook..."And these words shall be upon your heart; and you shall teach them diligently http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/parent-handbook-for-scripture.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-6078254171568598081Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:00:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:48.817-07:00parenting The ABC's of Christian ParentingA - Affirm who your children are in Christ.B - Build a foundation of love and trust.C - Communicate openly and often.D - Discipline consistently and fairly.E - Expect the best of them.F - Forgive frequently.G - Give unconditional love.H - Help them to grow spiritually.I - Invest time in them.J - Join in family night fun.K - Keep Christ central in your home.L - http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/abcs-of-christian-parenting.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3828013172782326699.post-6607605306507028575Mon, 17 Dec 2007 14:00:00 +00002008-12-13T05:39:49.206-07:00teachingTeaching our children the Word of God is sooo important. Our job as mothers is one of the utmost callings in life. It is our calling to raise these babies to love the Lord Jesus. This is one job we just cannot afford to stink at! The consequences of failing to do our job is far worse than the consequences of falling short on any other job. We do have to remember, however, that our job is the http://kingdomadventure.blogspot.com/2007/12/teaching-our-children-word-of-god.htmlkarla@empoweringchristianwomen.com (Karla Meachem)0