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Hi, I'm Kimberly. I'm a homeschooling mom of 11 and here on Raising Olives I share about what I've learned; tips, ideas and some of the ups and downs of managing a home and raising children for the glory of God.
The little ones are fighting, the big ones ‘never’ obey, you’re struggling physically with another pregnancy, hubby is stressed about work, the house is a disaster and one of your friends just sent you a note requesting that you no longer contact her because of something that is beyond your control. Sometimes it’s just too…
Today the 4 Moms are answering reader questions. I’m answering one because we have a houseful of unexpected guests. Here’s a question where it would be nice to hear some of your input. Jul asked, “I am wondering where are some good larger family friendly cities/states to live in? I cannot tell you how long…
As parents we are commanded to train our children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Eph. 6). We are to speak to our children of His words when we lie down, when we walk by the way and when we rise up (Deut. 6). Our standard for raising our children is the law…
A while ago I told you all about a lovely DVD, “Children Are a Blessing” and now you have the opportunity to see the film for free. Perhaps the reason that I watched this DVD with tears in my eyes is because I feel a heavy burden for thousands of Christians who believe the lie…
Once a month the 4 Moms take some time to answer reader questions. This month, I’m continuing to work my way through the fabulous list questions that you all came up with on Facebook last month. Michelle Givler asked, “Do you believe in courtship or dating and what does that look like to you and…
This week the 4 Moms of many, are talking about sibling relationships, or how we deal with sharing, bullying and arguing among our children. I want to be honest about this topic because I think that many parents don’t know how beautiful sibling relationships can be. Much like the teen years, many parents have wrong…
Perhaps one of the best 5 minute sermons you’ll ever hear. VBaucham from D6 Conference on Vimeo.
Our purpose in homeschooling is to fulfill our God-given responsibility to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. One vital aspect of this training is for our children to know the Word of God. One way we accomplish this is that we spend time every day reading the Word of God….
Praise God that He saw fit to send His Son to live and die on this earth for His rebellious creation. Christ was born, oh holy night. May you and your family have a blessed day worshiping and celebrating the birth of our Savior. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!
Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. ~ James 1:27
