Turning Christmas Upside Down
As Christmas approaches the pressure mounts to get the right gift, and what better gift is there than the latest technology item? Well, there are many gifts that are better than the latest tech item. For one, as Christians we should consider shifting Christmas from gifts for our family to gifts for the least of these. If you aren’t sure how to go about turning Christmas upside down visit these websites to purchase gifts for others that meet their needs and share the Gospel.
Baptist Global Response Christmas Gift Catalog
Samaritans Purse Christmas Catolog
World Vision Christmas Catalog
Compassion International Christmas Gift Catalog
Thoughts On Screens/Tech & Kids
For the parents who are considering getting their child the latest mobile screen here are a few articles below to read as you consider the long-term impact of these “toys.” The intent is not to ruin your kids Christmas, but to offer a perspective that is rarely heard but extremely helpful.
Steve Jobs Was A Low Tech Parent
Technology Executives Limit Their Kids Exposure To Technology & Screen Time
Before you wig out on me, know this about the Armstrong family, there is a lot of technology in the home. But, access for our kids is limited and monitored in various ways. If you need help on monitoring tech usage click here for a helpful device sold by Disney:
The Circle: Internet and Device Management For Families
Sharing The Gospel Around The World
As you celebrate the birth of Christ this December, make sure that you are thoughtful and intentional in your gifting. What I mean is you should use this Christmas to love and serve someone else by giving gifts that connect him or her to Christ and the love of God. One of the greatest gifts you can give is the gospel. To help share the gospel all over the world you give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. New Union will be taking up this offering beginning November 27, 2016. See the video below…