By Davis CarmanI have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. — 3 John 1:4 One of my three daughters got married last month. In the days leading up to the wedding, our family worked in the kitchen like a well-oiled machine, making table decorations, place cards, bouquets, and meals...Read More
How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You: Now Is Not the Time
By Davis CarmanYou can listen to this Let’s Talk Homeschool podcast episode or watch it on YouTube. Introduction Have you ever told your kids, “Now is not the time”? As parents, we often find ourselves in situations where we must explain the importance of timing to our children. Whether it’s a kid wanting a cupcake for breakfast...Read More
Around the World in Seven Days
By Davis Carman“For what can be known about God is plain to them…For his invisible attributes, namely his eternal power and divine nature have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things which have been made…Claiming to be wise, they became fools, and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images...Read More
14 Ways to Be a Great Boy Mom
By Rachael CarmanI love my boys. They are not little anymore. In fact, they are all grown. But no matter, I will always smile as I think of the rough and tumble that characterized their younger years. Lots of people don’t ‘get’ boys. They get aggravated, frustrated, annoyed, flustered, and downright angry with boys. The energy, curiosity,...Read More
What Does the Bible Say About Homeschooling?
By Alyssa EspositoRaising children in the admonition of the Lord is a truly monumental, yet glorious, responsibility. As parents, we want the best for our kids. But how can we know we are raising them to become spouses, parents, and workers who love, serve, and honor the Lord? Let’s take a look at what the Bible says...Read More
God, The Word, is…
By Davis CarmanIn the beginning, was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God…All things were made through him, and without him was not anything made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men…And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us… — John 1:1, 3,...Read More
Radically Intentional Parenting
By Trisha VuongRadical intentional parenting is how Davis Carman describes his path in parenthood with his wife, Rachael. He recently sat with Yvette Hampton of Schoolhouse Rocked in a 3-part video series, to talk about his top 10 parenting decisions that have shaped the culture of their family. Davis and his wife, Rachael, have seven children who...Read More
Only Two Options
By Davis CarmanMay is a month for graduations. At the Carman home, we’ll celebrate a homeschool graduation this Saturday. But it’s not our first rodeo. As a matter of fact, this will be our seventh and final ceremony complete with all the fixings: food, dessert, speeches, pictures, dancing, and more. I’ll be sure to take it all...Read More
How Is Your Walk of Faith?
By Apologia Marketing“How is your walk of faith going?” These words were spoken to me by a coworker when I was employed at a deli during my college years. My coworker was a Christian who knew I was reading through the entire Bible for the first time in my life. Twenty-five years later, this question is still...Read More
God Loves Baby Steps – A Devotional Based on Zechariah 4:10
By Davis CarmanGod Loves Baby Steps “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin.” (Zechariah 4:10, NLT) You’ve probably heard of Steve Jobs, the Apple co-founder and marketing genius behind such high-tech innovations as the MacBook, the iPod, and the iPhone. You might also recognize the name, Steve Wozniak. “The...Read More