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Could the breakdown of the American family be traced to the dinner table? According to a Gallup poll, it's at least a sign. A poll released Jan. 20...

Dr. Robert Shaw is convinced that American society has become toxic to children. In his new book, The Epidemic, Shaw argues that a pattern of...

James 3:8 warns us "but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison." How hard it is to say the right thing. Even...

After almost a decade as a pediatrician, William Slonecker had heard it all. But surprisingly, many of Slonecker's patients were not coming to ask...

In this fast-paced society we have so much to do. But if we want to be Christ-like, if we want to finish the work God has called us to as parents,...

With tears of gratitude spilling down my face, I thanked God for two courageous young birth mothers, for the plan of adoption that brought our...

Countless millions of Americans yearn for a culture that encourages sexual purity and traditional marriage. On February 13, 2004 those students...

Life often overwhelm us with so many details, we lose sight of our loving Creator and His ultimate purpose for us. He has given you an open...

Kids need boundaries. That probably doesn't surprise you, but this might: Kids want boundaries! That's right. Providing parameters for our children...

In these days of heady emotions, it's sometimes hard to step back and get a realistic, practical view of what you as a couple are up against. The...

While no family is perfect, most parents are doing a good job and don't even know it. Achieving a happy family may be more simple than you think.

It was December 20, 1981. The kids were tucked in early, and Barbara and I...

Stepfamilies can find the holidays to be very trying. Here are some ideas to help.