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Teaching our Children the God of Creation

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As  Christian homeschool parents, one of our goals is to teach our children the truth about creation.

God is the creator of all things.

It’s very difficult to find science material at a library written from a Christian point of view, not to mention, it’s nearly impossible to find biblical information on the internet.

We resorted to and absolutely love nature studies in our home.  Each one of my 6 children have their own nature notebook.  We go outside when the weather permits to discover how mighty our God of Creation truly is.  I believe we can strengthen  our relationship with the Lord by studying his marvelous creations.

Our nature studies got a big boost when we received several editions of Creation Illustrated.   Creation Illustrated is the Christian alternative to National Geographic.  Each Creation Illustrated is divided into 3 sections: Creation Illustrated in Nature, in Scripture, and in Living.  It is designed to assist all ages in worshipping our Creator and getting outdoors to soak in the magnificent lessons our Lord wants us to fathom.  There are so many spiritual lessons to be learned by studying nature.

Creation Illustrated Mission Statement:

Our purpose is to share the wonders of God’s creation. By revealing fresh insights of His infinite wisdom, gentle touch, undeniable justice, redeeming love, and flawless design, pure truth shall bring renewed peace. Each part of this publication is offered as a reprieve from the daily rigors of life so that all can look to the future with unbridled gratitude and hope.

Creation Illustrated delivers a new issue every quarter.  It’s filled with beautiful illustrations that will capture your entire family’s interest.  It’s filled with recipes, scripture, testimonies and life applications written from an encouraging Christian perspective.  I absolutely love the fact, that the editor/publisher is a Christian homeschool family.  Since they homeschooled themselves, they have included in each issue an Instructional Guide designed to help students integrate and embrace the spiritual lessons that can be taught through God’s Creation.

How it Works for Our Family

We have enjoyed these magazines numerous ways the past weeks.  I have read them aloud to all the children after one of my children chooses an article of interest.  My 8 year old was intrigued with, The Jesus Worm.  The message is this article was spiritually deep and fascinating to us all based on Psalm 22. You must read it!  He loves to look up all the Scripture references in his own Bible.  Then we looked up the Jesus worm known as the Coccus illicis on the internet.  Talk about an amazing study.

We have also all just sat around browsing older issues of Creation Illustrated at leisure as a family, too.  It’s fun to narrate the articles to one another and talk about the spiritual lesson.

We plan on doing plenty of nature notebook pages with this inspiring resource in the future.  Creation Illustrated is a wonderful addition to any Christian household.

Buy It

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You can save 5.00 if you place you order by credit card on the Creation Illustrated website.  Also, there is additional savings when you purchase more issues at a time.

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  • 3 years (12 issues) – $38.95 instead of $53.95

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Creation Illustrated wants (3) of Blessed Beyond a Doubt’s readers to enjoy their own  family subscription of Creation Illustrated.  I will be picking a random winner on May 22nd at 12a.  Winner will be contacted via email and must respond within 48 hours.
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Biggest Mommy Time Facebook EVER – May 14th!

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It’s the time of year when the school year is winding down and some are thinking towards next year. Have you started buying homeschool curriculum yet? Do you have questions about they way your homeschool is changing? Are you trying to find a way to match your child’s learning style?

Some of us have these same questions and we have put together a Mommy Time Party that will hopefully put your mind at ease and provide you with resources to meet your needs.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 14th!

If you are not following all four of our Mommy Time Party cohosts on Facebook, I encourage you to show them some LIKE-y love now:

8 PM EASTERN
Jill at Blessed Beyond a Doubt
Topic: Homeschooling Multiple Ages Together

8 PM CENTRAL
Penny at Meet Penny
Topic: Homeschooling Active & Visual Learners

8 PM MOUNTAIN
Sarah at Sidetracked Sarah
Topic: Homeschooling Through Hard Times

8 PM PACIFIC
Amber at A Classic Housewife in a Modern World
Topic: Homeschooling Eclectically

RSVP and be entered to win your choice of either a $50 gift card to Amazon or Paypal!

Feel free to ask any questions for our hostesses to share during the party. Some of the best advice comes from other mothers who have walked in your shoes.

Rest well knowing that your email addresses are secure and will only be used to send ONE reminder email on the day of the party and/or to notify you if you win.

If you need some tips,  Facebook 101 will prepare you for the biggest Mommy Time Party EVER!

Avoiding Sibling Rivalry Facebook Party!

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Announcing…

The Avoiding Sibling Rivalry Facebook Party!

We will be partying on Tuesday, April 23rd at 7pm(Central) at Blessed Beyond a Doubt!

This topic seems to be one of the most frequent asked question or concerns in the parenting community.  Whether you need encouragement, advice, or would love to share your parenting  testimony, we know you will have fun and will meet many new friends.

We have been partnering up with We Choose Virtues who is thrilled to share her own personal expertise as a  parent, Children’s minister, AND to offer our readers door prizes and a a fabulous GIVEAWAY!  You will not want to miss it!

I hope you are ready to have FUN, fellowship, and gain some helpful tips on avoiding  sibling rivalry in your home.

Let me introduce you to the Avoiding Sibling Rivalry Facebook Party cohosts:


Need 101 Facebook Party participation tips!

I can’t wait to to party with you and glean the some tips on Avoiding Sibling Rivalry!

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Mommy Time Facebook Party LOVE Theme – February 7th!

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We have been hard at work behind the scenes enlisting some wonderful sponsors for the February 7th Mommy Time Facebook Party and would *LOVE* to have you attend. So, mark your calendar or submit your RSVP below and we will send you a reminder.

If you are not following all four of our Mommy Time Party cohosts, I encourage you to show them some LIKE-y love now:


8 PM EASTERN
Jill at Blessed Beyond a Doubt
Topic: Keeping Balance in Your Priorities


8 PM CENTRAL
Penny at Meet Penny
Topic: Showing Love to Your Children


8 PM MOUNTAIN
Sarah at Sidetracked Sarah
Topic: Appreciating and Caring for Yourself


8 PM PACIFIC
Amber at A Classic Housewife in a Modern World
Topic: Showing Love to Your Husband

RSVP and be entered to win your choice of either a $50 gift card to Amazon or Paypal!

Feel free to ask any questions for our hostesses to share during the party. Some of the best advice comes from other mothers who have walked in your shoes.

Rest well knowing that your email addresses are secure and will only be used to send ONE reminder email on the day of the party and/or to notify you if you win.

The HUGE List of Mommy Time Giveaways!

We had a blast last night at the Mommy Time Facebook party.  In case you missed it, we sure hope you will join the next one in February.

Here is the compiled list of all the wonderful giveaways our generous sponsors donated to make the 4 hour long party so much FUN.

Here at Blessed Beyond a Doubt:

At Meet Penny

At Sidetracked Sarah:

At Classic Housewife:

These fabulous giveaways will be opened through early next week.

Mommy Time Facebook Party – December 4th!

Announcing….

The extraordinary Mommy Time Facebook Party!

We will be partying on 4 different blogs on December 4th at 8pm hitting all 4 time zones!

We have been partnering up with many very generous sponsors who are excited to share their expertise AND to offer our readers many GIVEAWAYS!  Just in time for the holidays!

It wouldn’t be a REAL party without giveaways and door prizes, would it?

I hope you are ready to have FUN, fellowship, and gain some parenting insights from the experts!

Let me introduce you to the Mommy Time Facebook Party cohosts:


8 PM EASTERN
Jill at Blessed Beyond a Doubt
Topic: Family Night Ideas


8 PM CENTRAL
Penny at Meet Penny
Topic: De-Stressing the Holidays


8 PM MOUNTAIN
Sarah at Sidetracked Sarah
Topic: Meaningful Christmas Gifts


8 PM PACIFIC
Amber at A Classic Housewife in a Modern World
Topic: Christ-Centered Holidays

Each blog has enlisted the help (and goodies) from some awesome sponsors who are experts on our topics, including the sponsors of my hour:

During my hour, Family Night (8pm EST), there will be many door prizes and we will be discussing FUN and creative ideas to make Family Night a priority.  I believe the lack of Family Night is the cause of many dysfunctional families in today’s society.

RSVP and Enter to WIN a Christmas Bundle of Goodies!

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See the Light – The Gift of Love

 The Child Training Bible

Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus

Put in your reservation for the Mommy Time Facebook Party and the PARTY day you will receive a reminder email. On the form, you can even ask any questions you have related to each topic. Those questions will be listed during the party for our experts and other mothers to answer.  So, please enter a question!

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Make a FREE Facebook Memory Book and Win 100.00!

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So make sure you take lots of photos of your children in their cute costumes on Halloween night!


It’s that simple, not to mention how FUN it is to brag about how cute your blessings are with your creative facebook memory book!

This is a sponsored post, however, all opinions are my own.  Read my disclosure policy.

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Learn The Truth about Socialization in Homeschooling Facebook Party!

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Announcing…

The Truth About Socialization in Homeschool Facebook Party!

We will be partying on Tuesday, November 13th at 7pm(Central) at Blessed Beyond a Doubt!

This topic seems to be one of the most frequent asked question or concern in the homeschool community.  Whether you need encouragement, or want to know the facts, or would love to share your homeschool journey testimony, we know you will have fun and will meet many new friends.

We have been partnering up with Great Products who are excited to share their own personal expertise as successful homeschool graduates AND to offer our readers door prizes and a a fabulous GIVEAWAY!  You will not want to miss it!

I hope you are ready to have FUN, fellowship, and gain some REAL socialization in homeschooling insights from the seasoned homeschoolers and veteran homeschool graduates!

Let me introduce you to the Homeschool Socialization Facebook Party cohosts:

Need 101 Facebook Party participation tips!

I can’t wait to to party with you and glean the truth about socialization in homeschooling!

Are you in, my friend?

Sharing with:  WFMW, WLW, Encouraging One Another,RaisingHomemakers,Hearts4Home, Show & Tell, Weekend Bloggy Reading,The Better MomMonday MusingsMama Moments Monday,Domestically Divine TuesdayTime – Warp Wife,Frugal Days,What Works,Flash Blog, Thursday, Show Me ExtraordinaryMommy Teaches, , Inspire Me MondayBig Family Linkup,Friday Favorites,Inspire Me Monday,, Thrifty ThursdayCatch a Glimpse ThursdayMake It Yourself Monday,

Fall Blog Hop – Fall Preparations 101!

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After a busy and adventurous summer break, I look forward to the structure
and ease of fall. Yes, I wrote “ease”! Getting back onto a schedule is a
welcomed change, but I still have to plan meals, organize our time
and school materials, and of course brace for the cold and flu season.

To read some of my favorite tips on accomplishing these goals and keeping my
family healthy,
please visit A Mama’s Story, where our It’s Fall Y’all Blog Hop, continues.

Here’s a complete line-up, just in case you’ve missed a couple of posts!

MondaySlowly Natural ~ Fall Family Fun
TuesdayJill’s Home Remedies ~ Fall Home Remedies
Wednesday: A Mama’s Story  ~ Fall Preparations 101
Thursday: Blessed Beyond A Doubt  ~ Fall Recipes Galore
Friday: Weak and Loved  ~ Celebrating the Season Changes

And don’t forget to come back tomorrow to learn about 101 Fall Crock Pot Recipes to warm you soul this Autumn!  Be sure to link up you favorite Fall recipes, too!

Fall Blog Hop! Fall into lots of FUN ideas this Fall!

 

It’s Fall Y’all Blog Hop – Fall Home Remedies!

A little note from Jill(not me) but at Jill’s Home Remedies!
Fall just happens to be my favorite time of year!  I am excited to be teaming up with a few other bloggers for a week of fun fall posts!
Here is the schedule:
MondaySlowly Natural ~ Fall Family Fun
TuesdayJill’s Home Remedies ~ Fall Home Remedies
Wednesday: A Mama’s Story  ~ Fall Preparations 101
Thursday: Blessed Beyond A Doubt  ~ Fall Recipes Galore
Friday: Weak and Loved  ~ Celebrating the Season Changes
In celebration of fall, I’m sharing my 3 favorite DIY home remedy recipes that I prepare for my family for the coming winter months.

To read more, hop over to Jill’s Home Remedies to read her 3 must-have Fall Home Remedies!

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