Reading the entire Bible may seem like a daunting task for some. Others may simply want to skip over sections of the Bible they feel don’t apply to them. I want to challenge both these views with Isaiah 55:11, “So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.” God’s word is living and breathing, and it will not return void. Any time spent in God’s word is not a waste of time, even in passages of Leviticus or long genealogies that we don’t think apply to us. I know that whichever reading plan you choose, God will work through His Word to be a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path (Psalm 119:105).

It’s common to feel overwhelmed as you struggle to motivate your homeschooled child. Sometimes, children seem to propel themselves through their coursework, and sometimes, it’s a battle just to get them to pay attention. The journey of educating your child can be bumpy, leaving you exhausted and unsure of how to proceed. If your child lacks motivation to work on their courses, here are some tips to help get them back on track.