A Devotion of Hope

In today’s world, hope is something we are wishing for. I hope that everything turns out okay. I hope my car starts in the morning. I hope it snows tonight. As a generation we have lost some of the faith that is needed to have a Godly, biblical definition of hope. According to bible.org hope is indication of certainty. A strong and confident expectation. That is what I want hope to be. Not something that I cannot count on.  Psalm 147:11 says “the Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love”. We can move on from any fear, any anxiety, any problem when we have the Hope that Jesus fills us with. The Hope that says I am always with you. “Cast your burdens, on the Lord, for he will care for you.” Psalm 55:22. That is the kind of Hope we have, no more wishy washy Hope, but real Hope in the one who created Hope. Created Hope for us.

As a group or a network of believers, let us embrace these facts and look to instill it in our work. Let’s collectively work to make this a part of our classrooms and more than that a fixture in our lives. This Hope should be displayed constantly and consistently, our kids should be able to sense this hope. Just as prevalent as Hope is in the Bible so should it be in our hearts, minds, souls and actions. 
This year my school will be focusing on three different character traits. 

HOPE, JOY, SHARING.

Our HOPE is in GOD
Our JOY is in JESUS
Our God provides for us and wants us to SHARE with others.
Every bible story & every theme will focus on one of these three traits. 
Once a week our staff will spend a few minutes focusing on the theme. We will read scripture together, have some devotional time and then pray together. This will set our week on the right path. We will be ready to share the love of God to our little ones. That is our goal. 

My First Blog

Today is the day, I have finally started writing this blog. I have been putting it off for months and months.
I am a little nervous, do I really have anything to say that anyone will ever want to read? I guess I will find out.
What is the point? 
I would like to give my views on early learning education. After 25 years of spending time with little people in the classroom (as a teacher), at my desk (as a director and program supervisor), and in my home (as a MOM) I have had a few experiences that others might deem interesting and dare I say; helpful.

Here are a few of the blogs that I am considering:

For educators
Why children should spend more time playing in the classroom
Social Studies- traveling the world without leaving your classroom
Science-Ideas for adding more science to the classroom environment
Sensory- Why is it important for children to experience different textures

For Dads and Moms
Playtime at home
How much is too much screen time?
What should my child be eating and how much?

There will definitely be content for everyone.

First up: Science from A-Z.

Check back often!

See you soon