Grandma Patches

Celebrate Purim by exploring the story of Esther (Hadassah) and God’s deliverance. This post shares lessons in faith and obedience and includes engaging Purim activities for children, including free printable worksheets to make the holiday meaningful and fun for families.

Introduction: Why the Sabbath Matters Israelite ushers in the Sabbath feast day, blowing the shofar against a serene sunset backdrop. The significance of the Sabbath day goes far beyond being a weekly day of rest. According to Scripture, it is the foundation of God’s appointed times (mo’edim), established at the very beginning of creation and woven throughout the entire Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, the Sabbath’s significance  points to God’s plan for salvation, sanctifi

Yeshua and Hanukkah are often seen as separate—one a winter tradition and the other the center of our faith. However, the story goes far deeper. Hanukkah is more than candles, dreidels, and remembering a miracle. At its core, it is a celebration of being set apart, refusing to conform to the world, and standing for truth—even when it costs everything. A few years ago, I read the full account of Hanukkah in the Book of Maccabees. It completely changed how I understood this ce