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Worship in Revelation | From My Bible Notes

Monday, July 17, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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The book of Revelation has more to say about worship than any book in the New Testament. It shows that worship is not about entertainment or emotional satisfaction. Dr. James Grier August 15, 2004 Photo: Interior of the Saint Isaac’s Cathedral, …

Category: Bible Theme CollectionsTag: Revelation (Bible)

The Homeschool Mom Reset

Saturday, July 15, 2023
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This summer I reached the point in our homeschooling journey where I realized I needed an extended reset. I thought about just pushing through the last two years and keeping to our summer homeschooling plan. But I decided the next two years would …

Category: Encouragement for Homeschool Moms | Our Family LifeTag: George Dunlop Leslie (Artist)

You Belong to Your Father, the Devil

Thursday, July 13, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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John 8:30-47 As Jesus spoke these things, many believed in Him. So He said to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, you are truly My disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” “We are Abraham’s …

Category: Bible Theme CollectionsTag: John (Bible)
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Brain Integration Exercises for Dysgraphia – Crossing the Midline

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 (Updated: Saturday, April 27, 2024)
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We have dealt with dysgraphia in our homeschool. I’ve written several posts related to that which you can find here: dsygraphia. Over time, we had solid results related to this issue. Caroline learned to write cursive and generally does well …

Category: Dysgraphia | Gifted & 2e Homeschooling | Twice-Exceptional (2e)

Hebrews 1

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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Hebrews 1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds; who being the …

Category: Bible PassagesTag: Hebrews (Bible)
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INFJ Mom Homeschooling an INFP Daughter

Saturday, July 8, 2023 (Updated: Monday, June 29, 2026)
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In the not-too-distant past, I decided to stop discussing personality types on here for various reasons mostly related to faith. I had already thoroughly rejected even the idea of the Enneagram (Should Christians Use The Enneagram?), but still …

Category: Creative & Visual-Spatial Learners | Homeschooling & Family RelationshipsTag: INFJ | INFP

Free Pennsylvania Map Printable for Homeschoolers

Saturday, July 8, 2023 (Updated: Wednesday, April 29, 2026)
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This blank Pennsylvania map is great for geography, history, or unit studies. Your children can label important areas, mark cities, add historical notes, or use it however fits your current lessons. Blank maps are one of the most versatile tools in …

Category: Free Map PrintablesTag: Free Printable USA State Maps

1 Peter 4

Wednesday, July 5, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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1 Peter 4 Therefore, since Christ suffered in His body, arm yourselves with the same resolve, because anyone who has suffered in his body is done with sin. Consequently, he does not live out his remaining time on earth for human passions, but for the …

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Jesus, Beelzebul, and a House Divided

Monday, July 3, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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Matthew 12:22-30 Then a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and He healed the man so that he could speak and see. The crowds were astounded and asked, “Could this be the Son of David?” But when the Pharisees heard this, …

Category: Bible Theme CollectionsTag: Luke (Bible) | Mark (Bible) | Matthew (Bible)
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The 1940s House

Sunday, July 2, 2023 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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I’ve been slowly but steadily adding favorite movies and series to our DVD collection. With the push toward digital and not owning anything, I want to make sure I have copies of things I really like and know I will want to watch again and …

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Sallie Schaaf Borrink

I’m Sallie — wife, mother, just-retired homeschooler, and curator of my home. Our little family lives a quiet and cozy life of home education, self-employment, and pithy exchanges. I’ve been writing here for 20+ years about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. And I like to laugh. A lot. Start here. ♥

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