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There are no perfect earthly parents, from the mildest of difficult parents to the most extreme. We want them to be though, don't we? We want to be...

I wish I could tell myself that you can’t do it all, so stop trying! If I could do everything, I wouldn’t need Jesus! When I phrase it that way, I...

Cultivating spiritual growth in teenagers can be challenging, especially when they resist activities like church, youth group, or personal Bible...

Putting other fun activities before church attendance and discipleship programs is detrimental to your child as they grow into an adult.

When we demonstrate that we are trustworthy and have their best interests in mind, and when we continue to be an influence in their lives without...

If this has happened in your family, I want to give you a (virtual) hug and tell you that I am so sorry for the pain you are feeling because of...

With the start of a new year, families have an opportunity to adapt to new spiritual disciplines to grow closer to God. Parents can add new habits...

Defining a "family movie" can be challenging due to varying cultural values and personal standards. While some films labeled as family-friendly...

I know all parents are feeling fear, anger, and deep pain. Especially as they send their little ones off to school. I feel it too. Being a parent...

The type of music our kids listen to can deeply influence their emotions, thoughts, and souls. Therefore, it is our sacred duty as parents to be...

Gather together and share three things (or however many you wish) that you would like to see God help you with in the coming year. Teaching...

Take some time to review what your family is being intentional about. Make an effort to prioritize practices that bring you all closer to each...

Part of how we let our children become more autonomous is to practice patience. Parents, especially those with younger children, can see how...

What if we made prayer the focus instead of all the Christmas items on our lists? As a family, you can keep prayer as a priority. While many...

When we acknowledge that detours in our well-thought-out holiday plans are a certainty, we find a new freedom to enjoy the memories rather than...