July 2009

From the Editor's Desk

During our first year of growing in Grace, our team of writers worked and prayed diligently in regards to writing about the Fruits of the Spirit. The Fruit of the Spirit is explained in Galatians chapter 5. When we have received Christ as our Saviour, by accepting Him as the New Covenant, we are told that we will walk in the Spirit and our lives will display the fruits of the Spirit.

With a new year of Growing in Grace Magazine, we also have had growth in the lives of some of our writers. Some have taken on new directions in their lives and in personal ministries. We thank those writers for their diligence in writing for God's Glory here at GGM. We want to extend a fond farewell to the Dixon Family as they set out on their journey as a family in other areas of ministry.

This month our focus is on the theme of our magazine, Grace. Over the last few months, God has been showing my family a more intimate walk with our Saviour and has shown us His Grace in a fresh new way. We are thankful to have had our eyes opened to an area of spiritual thirst so that we could realize our need for a deeper journey with Christ our King.

We have some special guests writers this month and GGM is always open to welcoming new writers as well. We have received some interested young ladies and have sent back letters of inquiry for samples of their writing. If you are one of those young ladies, we need to hear back from you. If for some reason our last email to you was lost in cyberspace, please email again and we can resend it to you. ggm editor at gmail dot com.

We pray for you to also enjoy a new found journey with Christ that will draw you into a more intimate relationship with Him. We know we will never 'arrive' in this physical life and we must always seek a deeper relationship with Him.

Please enjoy this Sign Language Video of Amazing Grace by a Deaf Sister in Texas. The soundtrack is by LeAnn Rimes.





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Featured Articles:

Grace-Power to Overcome by Sister Trish
(Mature readers)

Sola-Gratia (Grace Alone) by Mrs. Liljequist

The Freedom Factor Found in Sarah by Sisterlisa

How to be a Sunflower for the Lord by Miss Charlene

Sunrise Earth by Lady Jess

Spring Cleaning by Lady Jess


Summer Educational Articles:

Science: "The Family Tree"

Are You Connected? by Miss Jessica
An article about the root system of the Sandalwood Tree

A Tough Exterior by Miss Cassandra
An article about the function of the tree's bark in relation to God's mercy.

Branches Grafted In by Lady Jess
An article about the gift of God grafting us into His Branch.

Life Giving Son-Light by Mrs. Martha
An article about the relationship between leaves and the Son.

The Pollination of God's Word by Miss Charlene
An Article about the pollination of the blooms on a tree.

Dashen Acorns by Miss Monica June
An article about how we are like the acorn.



Fingerprints in Forensic Science by Miss Alyssa



History

The 14th Amendment by Miss Alyssa

Declaration of Independence by Miss Alyssa


Health and Safety

Firework Safety by Sisterlisa

Salads

Mama's Potato Salad by Miss Cassandra

Megarooni Salad by Sisterlisa and Auntie Megan

Tomato Basil Salad by Sisterlisa

Spring Fruit Medley by Lady Jess

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Sunrise Earth

My family and I have been watching a television program for a while now and I just HAVE to share it with you. It's called Sunrise Earth. Sunrise Earth is a feed of the many different sunrises from around the world. You never know where you may 'travel' next. From the Vermont balloon races to Palo Verde National Park in Costa Rica. God's creation is so beautiful and this program allows us to see it. For those of you who may not have cable, you can purchase the different sunrises on DVD here. Here are some screen shots from some episodes. It's so refreshing to hear the sounds of nature in the morning time. I like to read the Psalms that talk about God's creation, such as Psalm 104 and 136.














Lady Jess is a teen lady who is homeschooled along with her siblings. She assists her mother in teaching her younger siblings, is an interpreter for deaf ministry, sings in a local choir, and is in training to be a homeschooling parent herself one day.

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Spring Fruit Medley

Ingredients:

Fresh strawberries from your local farmer's market, washed and hulled
Mandarin oranges from the can, drain the juice first
Scored Lemon rind
Candied Walnuts
Raspberry vinaigrette

Get a large bowl and toss in the strawberries, oranges, scored lemon rind, candied walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette.

For the lemon rind, you can use the Pampered Chef Zester/Scorer. Hold the lemon in one hand and the zester in the other hand, grip around the handle leaving your thumb on the handle. Press firmly against the lemon as you turn it and pull back on the zester at the same time. Cut lemon zest to desired length for your salad. The Pampered Chef Zester/Scorer is a handy kitchen tool and we use it for many different recipes.




Lady Jess is a teen lady who is homeschooled along with her siblings. She assists her mother in teaching her younger siblings, is an interpreter for deaf ministry, sings in a local choir, and is in training to be a homeschooling parent herself one day.

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Tomato Basil Salad

This is a recipe we use often when the fresh grown garden tomatoes are ripe and ready for feasting on. I actually found this picture and thought it was a much more fun way to prepare this salad.

For this recipe you would use the Wilton Daisy Shaped Cookie Cutter. This or any other flower or scalloped shaped cutter will be very pretty.

We use home vine ripened tomatoes, and fresh garden grown Sweet Basil. You just can't beat that natural home goodness fresh from your garden taste.

The Pampered Chef Italian Seasoning Mix is full of robust flavor and enhances any Italian dish you make. When using it in this recipe, just a light sprinkling will be enough. I have used many of their Pantry items and have always been fully satisfied.

I first discovered Lodestar's famous Balsamic Herb Dipping Oil at our local Farmer's Market a few years ago. It is now a staple in our home and we enjoy it for dipping sourdough bread cubes in as well as in this salad recipe.

If you don't grow your own tomatoes and Sweet Basil, you can get them at your local Farmer's Markets. It's a great reason to get out of the house with your family for a night of fun as well as enjoying the flavor of your community and supporting local farmer's.


For this recipe we use the following ingredients:



Large tomatoes, sliced
Slice-able Mozzarella, sliced and cut with cutter.
Fresh basil leaves, separated and stems cut off.
Italian Seasoning Mix, from Pampered Chef.
Balsamic Herb Dipping Oil by Lodestar
Olive Oil

Wash your tomatoes gently so you don't break the skin. Slice to your desired width. You want to be sure and use somewhat firm tomatoes. Place slices in a paper towle covered plat to absorb extra juices.

With a pastry brush, baste a cutting board with olive oil. Slice your mozarella 1/4 in. thick and place on the board. Using the cutter, cut your mozarella and set aside.

Gently wash the Sweet Basil and lay flat on a paper towel to absorb water. Gently pat dry and cut stems from the leaves. Although the picture shows full leaves, we personally slice the leaves into thin strips.

On a plate layer your tomato, mozarella, sprinkle with Italian Seasoning, add a few thin slices of basil and lightly sprinkle the Lodestar Balsamic Herb Dipping Oil.

Bon Appetite!

Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in serving the Lord in her community.

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Megarooni Salad

Megarooni Salad

We endearingly call our 'Auntie' Megan, Megarooni and this Macaroni Salad is from her recipe box. She made it for us once and we just had to add it to her box as well!

1 bag of cut macaroni
1 can of sliced and halved olives w/ sprinkling of the juice
3 celery stalks chopped
1 C Mayonnaise
1 tsp sugar
Dijon mustard to taste
Sprinkling of Italian Dressing
Sprinkling of garlic salt
2 minced hard boiled eggs




Mix the dressing ingredients together in a separate bowl. After you boil and drain the macaroni, add to a large bowl with chopped celery, olives, and eggs. Lightly toss and mix in the dressing mixture. Allow to chill before serving. Great for any summer luncheon or dinner.

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Mama's Famous Potato Salad

by Miss Cassandra

My mother has a potato salad recipe that I rave over. All of the people who have had potlucks with us over the years have asked her to bring her famous potato salad again and again. I made it for some friends and they raved over it as well. When I think of salad it is the first thing that comes to my mind. I cannot think of a better way to celebrate national salad month than to share the recipe with young women who can then pass it on to others. I hope all of you enjoy this as much as I do.


Mama's Famous Potato Salad

10-12 medium red potatoes
6-7 eggs
2 medium red sweet onions
3-4 stalks of celery
4 lg. dill pickles
1 med. garlic clove
5 tbls. Best foods Mayonaise
2 tbls. French's mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Prepare:
boil potatoes 35-40 minutes - drain and rinse w/ cool water -- do NOT skin - chill in fridge overnight - chop
boil eggs - chill in fridge overnight as well - chop
peel and dice onions
chop celery
TOSS EVENLY

Combine in a separate bowl:
minced pickles and pickle juice
pressed garlic
mayonnaise
mustard
salt
pepper

Finish:
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl
sprinkle lightly with Paprika
add halved black olives as a garnish


Cassandra is in love with the Lord in a way different than it ever before. She was always brought up to know the Bible. Recently she has come to live out the Bible in a freedom that she never thought was possible. God is showing her things in such a real and close way. She loves knowing without any doubt that He cares about the tiny details of our lives. She blogs at Content of Praise.

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How to be a Sunflower for the Lord

by Charlene Jamison

How can we be a Sunflower for the Lord? Let us learn this valuable lesson from sunflowers themselves!

Sunflowers (Helianthus Annuus) are plants with a huge flower head. They can grow as tall as ten feet! Their seeds are edible as well. These flowers are usually vividly yellow, sometimes orange and even maroon!

At sunrise, the faces of the sunflowers are turned towards the east. All throughout the day, they follow the sun from east to west. Then they go all the way back to the east direction at night and wait for the sun to rise. This spectacular motion is possible by motor cells in their pulvinus which is a flexible part of the stem just below the bud. This process is called heliotropism.

To grow well, sunflowers need the full sun. They also thrive in fertile and moist soil. Let this be an inspiration for Christians of how we need to be always facing the Son. Let Him always be set before our faces all throughout the day.

"When thou saidst, Seek ye my face: my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek." Psalm 27:8

As Christians, we also need to be planted on good soil. Like the parable of the soils, we need our hearts to be soft and watered by the Word. The roots will grow deeply, and our souls will grow up to many feet tall like sunflowers do! We need the sun to nourish us, and good soil for us to thrive to be amazing sunflowers in Christ!

"Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God." Hebrews 12:2

Charlene is a deaf mom of two boys, one being hard of hearing. Her heart for God shines through her life and she has the 'law of kindness' in her words. She has her Bachelors Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences, writes for AGMinistries, and you can read more about her at 'Bring on the Rain'.

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Fingerprints

by Miss Alyssa

Fingerprinting is the most commonly used forensic evidence in the world.

The History of Fingerprinting

Fingerprinting was first performed by the English in July, 1858. Sir William James Herschel began requiring palm prints and later on, simply the prints of the right Index and Middle fingers on every contract made with the locals of Jungipoor, India. However, Herschel was not using fingerprinting for scientific evidence but simply to impress upon the people the importance of keeping their contract with him. Nevertheless, he did eventually realize that they could prove or disprove identity.

During the 1870's, Dr. Henry Faulds recognized the importance of fingerprints as a means of identification. In addition, he created a method of classification. In 1882, Gilbert Thompson of the U.S. Geological Survey in New Mexico, performed the first known use of fingerprints in America. He used his thumb print on a document to prevent forgery.

In 1897, the Calcutta Anthropometric Bureau became the world's first Fingerprint Bureau. Working in the Calcutta Anthropometric Bureau were Azizul Haque and Hem Chandra Bose. Haque and Bose were the two Indian fingerprint experts credited with primary development of the Henry System of fingerprint classification. It was named for their supervisor, Edward Richard Henry.. The Henry classification system is still used in all English-speaking countries.

The first systematic use of fingerprints in the U.S. by the New York Civil Service Commission for testing occurred in 1902. In 1903, the New York State Prison system began the first systematic use of fingerprints in America for criminals. In 1904, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) created America's first national fingerprint repository named, "The National Bureau of Criminal Identification." In 1905, the U.S. Army began using fingerprinting, the U.S. Navy two years later, and the U.S. Marine Corp one year after that. In 1924, the Identification Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was established. By the year1946, the FBI had processed 100 million fingerprint cards in manually maintained files. By 1971, the number of cards reached 200 million. Nowadays, there are computerized files of fingerprints as well as manual files.

Dusting for Fingerprints

Unless it is a very important case (i.e. murder), the police usually only dust with powder for prints. Unfortunately, this method leaves behind or destroys around fifty percent of the identifiable prints on plastic, glass, and metal surfaces. A bright flashlight is another good way to discover fingerprints. Chemical processing can discover things the above two methods cannot but is reserved for serious cases for a variety of reasons. To do such serious investigation causes a lot of damage to whatever area is being investigated, etc.

The professionals use aluminum powder. Below is how to make your own fingerprint powder.

Please ask for your parents’ permission before trying this experiment!

Adult supervision and help is recommended.

You will need starch powder, a candle, two porcelain dishes and a knife.

Put a little of the starch powder on a dish. Light the candle and hold the second dish in the flame. The candle flame will deposit soot on the second dish. Scrape the soot from the dish and put it on the starch powder. Continue doing this until the amount of soot matches the amount of starch powder. Mix the two together and you should have fingerprint powder! When you are ready to lift a print, dust it generously. Blow the excess away from the fingerprint. If you want to lock the fingerprint in place, cover it with clear tape and stick it on a card.

Fingerprints--Their Uniqueness and Mark

Every fingerprint is unique. That is why fingerprinting works. It is amazing that there are over six billion fingerprints and not one of them are the same! God created people to be incredibly complex and unique. God made each of us special. Someone may be artistic but not be able to draw well. Someone may love art and also love mathematics. Someone may be an extrovert but still be shy. Though our personalities and likes may be different, there are some things we should all strive for. Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, and more! We must remember that it is only by God’s grace that we are able to do anything good. God has given each of us gifts and abilities that we should hone and utilize in accordance with His will.

Whenever we touch things, we leave fingerprints. Some are dry, some are wet, some are dirty, and some are sticky. In the same way, what we do and say leave their mark in the world around us. When we die, what kind of "fingerprints" will we be leaving behind? Will our actions make an impact for eternity by fulfilling the Great Commission? Will we provide for the neediest among mankind? Or will our fingers be focused only on what we can gain for ourselves? May we use our fingers for the furtherance of God’s kingdom and for His glory!

"Blessed be the Lord my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight." Psalm 144:1


Miss Alyssa, a 15 year old homeschooler, is interested in writing and film-making for the glory of God and the furtherance of His Kingdom. She is passionate about reaching the unreached with the Gospel. She blogs at One Nation Under GOD.

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Firework Safety

This very week most Americans will be celebrating Independence Day, commonly known as The Fourth of July. Some counties allow fireworks in your personal yard, while others do not. In my town they are not allowed and we have two choices of where we can see a fireworks performance. One is the local state university and the other is the fairgrounds. We enjoy the one at the university.

Although we don't have personal fireworks we still have some safety precautions that we need to practice in order to have a safe holiday. Since we enjoy the performance in the dark, in a large empty field, far from the parking lot, we need to wear light colored clothing to be able to find each other easily. Once the sun goes down we see other families selling the glow in the dark necklaces, which we always buy.

Some other tips are:
-Wear comfortable shoes for walking
-Bring a light weight hoodie in case the temperature drops suddenly.
-Bring water so you don't dehydrate.
-Bring snacks.
-Bring folding chairs
-A small bag of toys such as frisbees, softballs and mits, or hoolahoops for fun before the sun goes down.

When it's time to walk back to the car, stay close to one another. Be sure to look both ways when crossing streets and drive home safely. Choose the streets that are less traveled to avoid traffic.

If you live in a county that allows fireworks, check with the county office to find ut if there are specific laws concerning fireworks in their county. Some do not allow certain types such as sparklers and m-80's.

-Keep your hair back in a pony tail to avoid catching on fire.
-Do not wear lose clothing that drgas or hangs, or could get blown in the wind.
-Do NOT light your own fireworks. Parents only!
-Have a bucket of water handy to be sure they are completely out before tossing in the garbage. (Parents be sure it has colled substantially before tossing it in the water to avoid burns.)
-Have a pair of long tongs near by to avoid burns to hands.
-Wear closed toe shoes.
-Have plenty of ice available in case someone gets burned. Do not place ice directly on the burn, but place the ice into a container of water and immerse burned hand or foot into the water.
-See e-How for more info on handling a firework burn.


Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in serving the Lord in her community.

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The Declaration of Independence

by Miss Alyssa

The Declaration of Independence was approved by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. As Americans, the Declaration of Independence is one of the most important documents in our history. In that document, we first declared our independence from British rule. What caused our founding fathers to perform such a drastic move?

They listed many of the reasons right in the Declaration of Independence. Some of the reasons include:

1. The inability of the Governors to pass laws, even in emergencies, without the king’s assent. The king neglected them and would not give his permission.
2. The king kept the military stationed among the people in times of peace, rendered the military superior to the civil power, and allowed the soldiers to murder without punishment.
3. The king imposed taxes without the people’s consent and cut off their trade with other parts of the world.
4. The king often deprived them of trial by jury and took them beyond seas to be tried for pretended offenses.
5. The king took away their charters, abolished their most valuable laws, and altered the forms of their governments. The list goes on. They humbly petitioned for a redress of grievances. In return, they received only injury. Those are just some of the reasons that they felt it was their duty to declare their independence from tyrannical rule.

The stakes were high. Freedom was at stake. The rights of the people were at stake. The future of our country was at stake. The individual future of the people who wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence was at stake. Their very lives were in jeopardy because of their stand against injustice. The last words of the Declaration of Independence show that they knew the danger of their actions; it also shows that they relied on God’s providence. "And for the support of this Declaration, with the firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor."

56 men from all of the 13 colonies met at the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia (now called Independence Hall) to debate and eventually sign the Declaration of Independence. A Committee of Five was given the task of drafting a declaration of independence. The five men were: John Adams, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson did the majority of the writing. The signers of the Declaration came from various professions. Farmer, doctor, minister, judge, merchant, and more. Each of these men have a story and each of their lives is an article-or a book-of its own. To see the full list of signers along with a short biography of each, you can go here. (To USHistory.org)

As American children, we hear the story of the Revolutionary War so many times that it is easy to forget what incredible challenges the thirteen colonies faced. We know the ending. They did not. Now that they had declared their independence, the colonies were going to war against the largest military force in the world at that time. They were going to start a country unlike any other. They had to unite thirteen separate colonies into the United States of America.

On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read aloud in front of Independence Hall. The bell that is now known as the Liberty Bell rang. People responded enthusiastically. To hear a modern dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence, you can go to Lear Center then scroll down to Dramatic Reading of the Declaration of Independence and click "learn more" (please ask for your parents’ permission first).

Six years of hard fighting would follow. It would be tough but it would be worth it. On October 19, 1781, the British surrendered at Yorktown and we became free. The United States of America were "Free and Independent States" at last!


Miss Alyssa, a 15 year old homeschooler, is interested in writing and film-making for the glory of God and the furtherance of His Kingdom. She is passionate about reaching the unreached with the Gospel. She blogs at One Nation Under GOD.

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14th Amendment

by Miss Alyssa

Some people are born with it; however, some people have to obtain it. I am referring to citizenship in America. According to the American Heritage Desk Dictionary, citizenship is defined as "the status of a citizen with its duties, rights, and privileges," and citizen is defined as "a person owing loyalty to and entitled by birth or naturalization to the protection of a given country." The 14th Amendment, regarding citizenship in the United States of America, was ratified on July 9, 1868.

Citizenship is important for a person to have if he is planning on living in America so that he can enjoy all the rights and privileges granted a citizen. If a person is born in America, he is automatically a United States citizen. In order to be naturalized, immigrants must be able to speak, read, and write English, be over eighteen years of age, have good moral character, know United States history and government, and be willing to serve in this country's military if required. To be able to become a citizen, a person has to have lived in America for at least five years. An exception to this rule is that an American citizen's husband or wife who comes from a foreign country only has to live in America for three years before being able to apply for naturalization.

All American citizens have certain rights, privileges, and duties. One of the greatest privileges a United States citizen possesses is having the right to privately vote in every election. A citizen has the responsibility to find out all he/she can about different candidates in the election so that he/she can make a good decision when voting. In addition, citizens have the right to have a United States passport, have the United States government's aid and support when they are overseas, and have the right to run for public office. A citizen also has the duty to obey the laws and the government of this country.

This amendment was added shortly after the conclusion of the Civil War.. Therefore, sections three and four deal with issues caused by the Civil War. They are also binding on any insurrection or rebellion against America that may occur. In section three, it states that a person, "who, having previously taken an oath, as a member of Congress, or as an officer of the United States, or as a member of any State legislature, or as an executive or judicial officer of any State, to support the Constitution of the United States, shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion" against America or given aid to the enemies of America will not be allowed to hold "any office, civil or military, under the United States." However, "Congress may be a vote of two-thirds of each house, remove such a disability."

Section four deals with debts. It states that the validity of the public debt of America, "including debts incurred for payment of pensions and bounties for services in suppressing insurrection or rebellion shall not be questioned." It also says that any debt incurred in aid of insurrection and/or any claim for the loss of a slave will be held illegal and void.

"For through Him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father. Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints, and of the household of God." Ephesians 2:18-19

Miss Alyssa, a 15 year old homeschooler, is interested in writing and film-making for the glory of God and the furtherance of His Kingdom. She is passionate about reaching the unreached with the Gospel. She blogs at One Nation Under GOD.

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Dashen Acorns

by Miss Monica June


When you come to a tree, look at its branches and the ground around it for some acorns. Only oak trees have acorns as their fruits. Acorns have very many different shapes, but all of them pretty much look like acorns.

Just like how all Christians look different, they should all still love God.

From late August through December, many species of oak are ripening for collection. Ripening dates are different from year to year and from state to state by as much as three to four weeks, making it very hard to use actual dates to determine maturity.

The best time to collect acorns, is when they begin falling. Best picking is late September to the first week in November, but it depends on oak tree species and location within the United States. The acorn is perfect when it is plump and the top of it comes off easy.

Now God is walking around picking us up and dusting us off and he WILL use you to create something beautiful (like a tree).

The two most important factors for caring for the acorns that you will plant are: not allowing the acorns to get dried out for a long time and not allowing the acorns to get too hot. Acorns will lose their ability to grow very quickly if they get dried out.

God does not want us to dry out. He gives us water (the Bible) and we will not get hot (have sin).

When you're picking your acorns you need to keep them in the shade, and put them in your refrigerator as soon as you can if you are not planting them right away. Do NOT freeze you acorns!

God will keep us under the shadow of the Almighty. He will keep us in the shade so we do not dry out.

Psalm 91:1 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."


Germinating and Potting Acorns:
After figuring out when you want to plant your acorns, you should take the best looking acorns (plump and rot-free) and place them into very loose potting soil in one-gallon gardening pots or very deep containers. The tap root will grow very quickly down to the bottom of the containers, but the width of the root is not as important.

The Hebrew word for fat is, Dashen. It means, to be fat, grow fat, become fat, become prosperous, and anoint.
Just how the acorn is fat and plump, we as Christians are fat and prosperous.

When we are in Christ we are plump and rot-free!

Proverbs 28:25 "He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat."
When we put our trust in God and are living in his word, we are plump and rot-free!

Containers should have holes in the bottom for drainage. Place your acorns on their sides at a depth of one half to one times the width of the acorn. Keep the soil moist but still having air. Make sure your pots do NOT freeze!

Transplanting Acorns:
Don't allow an oak seedling’s tap root to grow out of the bottom of the container and into the soil below. This will break the tap root. If it is possible, seedlings should be moved as soon as the first leaves open and become firm. But before the root gets to deep. The planting hole should be twice as wide and deep as the pot and root ball. be very careful and remove the root hall. Gently set the root ball in the hole with the root crown on the soil surface. Fill the hole with soil, firmly tamp it and soak.

God will soak us in His word so we can grow and be a beautiful Christian (oak tree) :D


Miss Monica June is a young teen girl who is homeschooled and is pursuing her artistic talent of jewelry making. She enjoys cooking and encouraging others to share about their education at From The Learning Room.

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