Joanna Teigen
Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
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How to Exercise Faith When Allowing Independence
My son’s little legs raced across the field as his kite bounced along on the ground behind him. A gust of wind caught the kite’s corner and lifted it above the grass. “Let out the string!” I...Monday, January 29, 2024
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7 Things to Do If Your Teen Hates Church
Thirty years ago this fall, I fell onto my knees in my dorm room and gave my life to Christ. He used his church to turn a stubborn, confused teenager from darkness to light. As a young believer,...Monday, September 18, 2023
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5 Hard Facts of Marriage and How to Face Them
Blind optimism says our spouse is our perfect soulmate who can do no wrong--but this only sets us up for painful disappointment. Hope and help are found in confronting the hard facts of marriage...Thursday, September 14, 2023
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How to Cope When Your Spouse Is Driving You Crazy
In the past, every day held exciting discoveries about the one whose ring you now wear on your finger.His ambition and strong work ethic filled you with admiration. Her free spirit and spontaneity...Friday, September 8, 2023
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Does Depression Have to Ruin My Marriage?
While walking down the aisle, my husband and I had no idea that depression would take such a toll on our marriage again and again. But even depression doesn't get the last word over God's...Monday, May 29, 2023
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5 Signs That You're the Taker in the Relationship
Remember when you first fell in love? Your relationship felt like the most exciting, rewarding part of your life.From the moment you woke up in the morning until your head hit the pillow, you were...Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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How to Care for Your Spouse's Heart in These Stressful Times
Anger and conflict are dominating the headlines. Our families are grieved, exhausted, and struggling to cope. Yet in the storms of life, our marriage can be one of life’s greatest blessings.Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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7 Steps to Your Family’s Best Summer Ever
Summer is so close, we can almost taste the popsicles. We’ve survived months of early mornings, homework drama, and the never-ending grind of packing lunches. Our kids know the freedom waiting on...Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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5 Prayers from a Mother's Heart for Her Daughter, the Bride
A white dress hangs in all its elegance, waiting for our daughter’s wedding day. The stack of gifts for her new home keeps growing as parcels arrive on our porch. A flurry of emails—catering menus,...Friday, April 16, 2021
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5 Gifts Our Kids Need the Most This Christmas
One upheaval after another has stolen the comfort of familiar routines and cherished traditions for our kids. But God is ready and able to show us what they want—and need—the very most. Let’s start...Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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5 Ways to Avoid Raising Spoiled Kids
From the time we fell in love, Rob and I dreamed of raising a big family.It felt like just a few short years before we were parenting a full house with four children. Life with siblings meant our...Friday, October 23, 2020
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5 Reasons Comparing Your Kids Is Harmful
As kids, my brother and I were as opposite as could be.Clever and introverted, he could craft a poem one moment and expertly repair an engine the next. He was loyal, fearless, and tenacious in his...Saturday, September 26, 2020
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4 Ways to Help Your Kids Cope with the Pain of a New Normal
Our sons’ and daughters’ lives look a lot different than they did just three months ago. Instead of hopping on the bus each morning to join their teachers and friends at school, they open a laptop...Monday, June 29, 2020
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How to Make Your Home a Safe Haven in This Scary World
Over the past several months, our kids have faced the harsh realities of growing up in a broken world. A dangerous virus has infected our communities. The devastating pain of racism is exposed for...Monday, June 22, 2020
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5 Signs Your Child Needs Professional Help
Beyond normal stress or a bad mood, what signs are your children showing you that they need professional help? Here are 5 ways to tell.Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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4 Ways to Have Gratitude for Your Children's Bad Attitudes
As our kids face doubts, temptation, and fear, God knows we feel inadequate to help. How can we give thanks when we’re frustrated and helpless as moms and dads?Monday, November 25, 2019
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10 Beautiful and Meaningful Prayers for Your Wedding Day
“Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” (Deuteronomy...Wednesday, July 31, 2019
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How to Get Your Teen to Open Up without Saying a Word
“Dad, I’ve got a problem with my algebra class. See you later!” our daughter blurted out before slamming the car door and running off to school. That quick confession cracked...Tuesday, January 29, 2019