By Jane Fryar on July 9, 2012
Editor’s note: Consider extending your July 4 celebration this week by praying for all who serve in our military, helping to keep us safe. This prayer has been adapted from one that first appeared in CTA’s devotion book for military personnel and loved ones back home, The Ultimate Shield. It is no longer available, but many [...]
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By admin on July 4, 2012
Editor’s note: This prayer was written many decades ago by a faithful pastor, Walter E. Schuette, who has since gone to be with the Lord. As he basks in the Savior’s presence, Pastor Schuette realizes more fully the truth of the words he wrote while he lived here on earth. His witness speaks powerfully to many [...]
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By Jane Fryar on July 3, 2012
Who knows why 1776 is such an important year? (Let the children respond.) Yes, on July 4, 1776, the colonists living in our country declared their independence, their freedom from Great Britain. But just writing the Declaration of Independence and signing it was not enough. The colonists had to fight a long, bloody war so [...]
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By Jane Fryar on July 2, 2012
A third grade class in a Christian school was practicing penmanship. Their teacher gave this assignment: Write any question you’d like to ask God. One child wrote, “Dear God, who draws the lines around the countries?” While orbiting the earth on those first baby steps human beings took into space, astronauts often commented on the [...]
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By Jane Fryar on June 25, 2012
Editor’s note: As citizens of the United States look forward to Independence Day (July 4) next week, you might consider praying for all who serve in our military, helping to keep us safe. This prayer has been adapted from one that first appeared in CTA’s devotion book for military personnel and loved ones back home, [...]
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By Jane Fryar on May 23, 2012
Editor’s note: This devotion was written to accompany CTA’s newest patriotic products. If you’re looking for ways to help church members grow in thankfulness to God for the blessings we receive through first-responders, military personnel, and the like, consider highlighting these blessings on one of this summer’s patriotic holidays. Introduction As we gather today, we [...]
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By Bill Federer on May 22, 2012
Editor’s note: Are you looking for value-priced items to help children understand and celebrate patriotic events this summer? Check out CTA’s new prayer card and glow-in-the-dark bracelet. On July 8, 1776, a bell was rung to call the citizens of Philadelphia together to hear the Declaration of Independence read out loud in public for the [...]
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By Jane Fryar on September 6, 2011
Editor’s note: This devotion could be used during an observance of the tenth anniversary of 9/11. It’s appropriate for children in elementary school. You may want to order two take-home items for each child present–one to keep as a reminder and one to share with a friend. Introduction Show the children a coupon good for [...]
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By Jane Fryar on July 1, 2011
Introduction As we gather today, we pause to thank all those who serve us through our government on every level—local, state, and national. Our thoughts turn to the first responders in our own community—our firefighters (name those present, if possible) and police officers (name them) our EMT’s (name them) and those in city government (name [...]
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By admin on June 14, 2011
As I write this, a surge of renewed unity and patriotism is sweeping the nation. After ten years of meticulous detective work, Osama Bin Laden’s hideout has been found. After weeks of painstaking practice and a forty-minute raid on his compound, some 40 Navy SEALs have brought him to justice. Once more, flags have waved [...]
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