Parenting Archives

Sometimes, the waiting is the hardest part.

First day of kindergarten ... So Sara and I are walking to school for the very first time, and we're holding hands and talking, and I ask her how...

Celebrate your kids' birthdays with high blood pressure!

When a spouse leaves, the oldest child often fills in the missing role. It's improtant to let your kid be a kid.

During a flight from Atlanta to Grand Rapids, I sat across the aisle from a distinguished-looking gentlemen. As we began to talk about our jobs...

It occurred to me that being asked to address nurturing compassion was actually a Divine calling. After all, what is God's work about if not...

Ever wonder what happens when your young children respond in unexpected ways to the words you say?

Whenever a child suddenly begins to misbehave, there's almost always an unresolved emotional need that's triggering it. The best way to correct the...

One of the most difficult experiences of parenthood is watching our children face failure. Failure is difficult whether it comes in the form of a...

Do you wonder how the Old Testament saints were saved? Read on…

Barbara and I recently were asked, "What is the most memorable CHRISTMAS gift you've ever given or received?"