Lydia Harris

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6 Opportunities for a Banner Year

Six Opportunities for a Banner Year

“May we shout for joy over your victory and lift up our banners in the name of our God” (Psalm 20:5 NIV). “Look! The Christmas banners are still up,” I told my husband as we drove through a nearby small town. Although the banners must …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Christmas Moments – 50 Inspirational Stories

Christmas Moments: 50 Inspirational Stories of the True Meaning of Christmas Yvonne Lehman, compiler Grace Publishing, 2014 One of my joys during the holidays is reading Christmas stories. There’s nothing like sitting beside the twinkling Christmas tree, sipping a cup of hot chocolate, and savoring …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Heartwarming Christmas Gift Ideas

Heartwarming Christmas Gift Ideas

I love giving and receiving gifts at Christmas. But, when I think back to my childhood, I only remember a few specific presents I received. Yes, there was my first Cinderella watch in grade school and the yellow angora sweater trimmed with ribbons and pearls …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Will We Get a New God?

“He will be the stability of your times.” (Isaiah 33:6 ESV) Fall is a season of change—everything from the color of leaves to new routines. Lazy days of summer filled with picnics, backyard barbecues, and impromptu softball games are replaced with schedules filled with soccer …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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The Perfect Grandparent's Day Gift: Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting by Lydia Harris.

The Perfect Grandparents Day Gift

* Affliliate links included. My friend Donna, who has twenty-four grandchildren, hung this plaque in her kitchen: Grandma’s Rules Feed cookies Give presents Send kids home to Mom and Dad We smile when we read these words. But seriously, isn’t there more to grandparenting than …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Back to School, Back to Prayer

“Pour out your heart like water in the presence of the Lord. Lift up your hands to him for the lives of your children” (Lamentations 2:19 NIV). For moms, the first day of school can bring mixed emotions. We may feel a sense of relief …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Schluss Before Bedtime

In my childhood German-speaking home, Dad called our large family together each evening for Schluss before bedtime. Schluss is a German word that means conclusion or ending. Schluss was our time of family devotions. Dad read a passage from his German Bible. Then we knelt …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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Easter Nests (Chocolate No-Bake Cookies) & Other Delights

We naturally think of giving to others at Christmas. But Easter is another opportunity to share with others and teach children to give. Do you have a favorite recipe? Why not prepare it as a family and make a surprise delivery to a neighbor, hurting …

About Lydia Harris

Lydia E. Harris is happily married to Milt, her sweetheart for 48 years. She has two married children, five grandkids, and is the author of a Bible study, "Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting" (AMG Publishers, 2010 release). She's also a tea enthusiast and writes the column "A Cup of Tea with Lydia."

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