Autumn

Fall is here, and the weather is cooling down. If summer's high temps kept you inside, now is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy those fall temperatures. Even better? Getting outside with your grandkids. Kids love to be outside no matter the weather, so they will be glad to spend time with you.

This Fall, open God’s Word and gather lasting fruit. Discover which books of the Bible can deepen your walk with Christ in this season.

Fall date nights are more than just fun activities – they’re opportunities to deepen your connection with each other and with God. Each date can strengthen your emotional, physical, and spiritual intimacy, helping you rediscover the joy of your relationship and the importance of keeping God at its center.

It’s allowed—even God-honoring and glorifying—to have fun together as fellow believers, enjoying life and the good and perfect gifts from God our Father.

If you have a date planned soon, here are some activities you can do outdoors, things to go see indoors, and activities to do when the rainy fall chill rolls in and your plans have to change.

Bring God’s Word to life with six creative Bible study ideas your family can enjoy this fall. From pumpkins to thankfulness to walks outdoors, these studies will help children see the gospel in everyday life!

As you welcome in all the "fall feels," I have got some yummy recipes that you are just going to have to try! Trust me, these will not only taste utterly delicious, but the smells alone will wake up your home (and everyone it in) with a sweet reminder that this time of year literally smells as good as it looks!

Never disregard popcorn and a board game, a big quilt to snuggle under, and a book to read together, going for a run, or even checking out a local zipline course. Being creative is half the solution to saving money. Not every inexpensive date needs to be a movie on the couch. There is so much to be explored and experienced, and these types of dates encourage communication and interaction.

If we are willing to observe the small ways, the Lord reveals His grace every day.

Think about the cycle our trees go through in light of your own life. What things do you need to let go of? What bad habits, negative thought processes, or sin struggles need to be put to rest? What do you need to let go of in order to direct your energy toward spiritual growth?

Here are 7 Bible verses about seeing God in seasons.

Holidays are often coined as the "most wonderful time of the year," however, oftentimes, for those grieving, holidays can be the hardest time of the year. Thanksgiving is a time when we should be feeling grateful, but instead, we may feel lonely if we just lost a spouse or are not up to celebrating if our loved one who made the holidays special is gone. Coming from someone who has experienced all seasons of grief, I've learned a few ways others can grieve through this Thanksgiving that won't make you miss them less but may bring a little more peace to your heart and home this holiday. Here are 6 ways you can work through grief this Thanksgiving.

Whether we want to believe it or not, 100% of humans will experience some sort of loss in their lifetime. From the loss of a friend, a spouse, a parent, or even a pet, no one can escape the heartache that follows a loss. Unfortunately, loss is unavoidable for us all and proves that we share this common denominator that we all grieve! Even though grief is universal, each person's experience is different and personal to their story. If you have a friend experiencing a season of grief this Thanksgiving, you may be worried you won't be able to support them, especially if you have not yet experienced a loss. As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving, here are five meaningful ways to show support to those struggling with loss.