Monthly Archives: May 2007

Finishing strong

As we approach the close of another year of home education, I thought I’d share some ideas to prevent “fade out”–you know, when your school year sort of fizzles out until you one day you just don’t have school anymore. Kids love big finishes, so here are some ways to go out with a bang. Say a  prayer. This is first on my list because to me it’s the most important. You always need direction from … read on, my friend…

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The “little flock in my care” (part 3)

The Lord is my Shepherd…He makes me…He leads me…He guides me… (Ps. 23) A shepherd is always on call. Day or night, he must be prepared to lead his sheep to food and water or away from danger. Sheep are not good at finding their own sustenance and must be led. I cannot leave my children to fend for themselves. God gave them to me and I am responsible for them. I need His guidance to … read on, my friend…

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The “little flock in my care” (part 2)

Continuing my theme of shepherding under the care of the Good Shepherd in my home education, I want to discuss a challenging topic, especially in today’s Amercian society. …I lay down my life for the sheep… (Jn. 10:15)  It is not an easy thing to do. The shepherd of Jesus’ day would lay down in front of the gate to the sheep pen and make sure nothing got in to harm his sheep.  His audience would … read on, my friend…

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The “little flock in my care” (part 1)

As a mother, my view of training my children up is very emotional. My thoughts are toward my relationship with them, toward shaping them while nurturing that special relationship, which is not always easy. I love to think of my children as little lambs, and when I read the phrase that titles this post (by Mrs. Mercy Warren to her dear friend Mrs. John Adams), I meditated on what it means to be a shepherdess in my humble home. Taking my … read on, my friend…

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