Posted on April 7, 2025
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
When you think of the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren, the typical things that come to mind are giving them wise advice which they may or may not heed, spoiling them with special gifts, especial…
Posted on February 1, 2025
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“Let me tell you about my new career!” The enthusiasm in Brian’s voice was obvious as we talked about getting together for lunch. He and I were part of a ministry support group in the Lincoln, Nebraska when he w…
Posted on January 1, 2025
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
The world we live in is a dangerous place. That’s a bit of knowledge that comes early for most of us. Our parents warn us, “Don’t talk to strangers.” “Don’t cross the street against the traffic.” “Be sure to wash…
Posted on December 2, 2024
By Keith Paxton
Once upon a time in a far away land, during one of the coldest winters then known, a family prepared to celebrate Christmas. In this family was a Mother, a Father, and three children. The Youngest was a girl, whose cle…
Posted on November 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Every day when we see that the sun has come up, we officially become another day older. While we may not relish the thought, Scripture places a premium on growing older, that is if we are growing older in a Godl…
Posted on October 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
When you think of communication between grandparents and grandchildren, what comes to mind? As a grandparent of twelve and now a great-grandparent, I have found that much of our communication has involved their a…
Posted on September 2, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“Thanks for taking the time to get together again on short notice,” Calvin greeted his friend Bob warmly as the two men settled into a booth at their favorite diner. “As I told you in my email last week, I’ve s…
Posted on August 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“It’s great to see you again, Calvin,” Bob exclaimed as the two men met for lunch in a diner they both had frequented for years. “It’s so good to be back home. Haven’t seen my parents in person since last March.”
…Posted on July 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Without question, as we look at the dangerous influences on our grandchildren in society today, we Christian grandparents would strongly like to influence our grandsons and granddaughters away from these influences …
Posted on June 3, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Julie offered Phyllis a warm greeting as the two friends picked up their lattes at the counter and moved to a booth to begin their weekly visit at their favorite coffee shop. After exchanging pleasantries, Phyllis s…
Posted on May 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
It was a month to the day after Bill had introduced Rod, a faith-based life coach and life coach trainer, to the group who gathered each month to learn about some area of interest to seniors. Once again, the room was…
Posted on April 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Almost every seat in the meeting room in the Senior Resource Center was filled. A few stragglers were still doctoring their coffee or picking up a bottle of water, when Bill, the Center’s executive director, called…
Posted on March 1, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“We’re desperate,” the voice on the other end of the phone told me. “The person I had plugged in to teach math and English just handed me a last-minute resignation. Is there any possibility you could teach for me th…
Posted on February 12, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“Let me introduce my longtime friend, Dr. Thomas Lewis.” Bob began the evening as three couples met at the home of Bob and Susan for their weekly Bible study. “Last week we had quite a discussion on the subject…
Posted on January 8, 2024
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Recently while I was speaking at a conference in Wisconsin, a grandmother came up to me and asked, “What can I do about all the bad things my grandchildren are being exposed to in public schools today, not to men…
Posted on December 14th, 2023
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
“It’s frightening, Don. I don’t know of any other way to describe it.”
Those were the words of pioneering Christian Apologist Josh McDowell as we discussed an upcoming Encouragement Live radio broadcast, dur…
Posted on December 7th, 2023
By Don Hawkins, D. Min.
Most of us who are faith-affirming grandparents grew up with a great appreciation for the country in which we live. Ours is a land of freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, fre…
Posted on July 17th, 2023
In the dynamic landscape of youth development, a force that often remains unsung but profoundly impactful is the role of grandparents. These wise and experienced individuals possess a unique potential to shape the future leaders of tomor…
Posted on August 16th, 2023
In today's fast-paced world, instilling timeless values in our youth has become more crucial than ever. The legacy of faith, intertwined with Christian principles, offers a beacon of hope and guidance for young individuals navigating t…
“I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Gives Me Strength.” - Philippians 4:13
The Bible tells us that we "all have sinned and fallen short of the God's glory" (Romans 3:23). The good news is: that's not the end of the story. God's only son, Jesus, was sent to our world to die for our sins (Romans 5:8; 1 Peter 2:24). All we have to do is believe in Him and we will have eternal life (John 3:16). If you want to know more about about Jesus and how He can change your life, let us know how we can encourage and pray for you.
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