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Rather than tell me my child who lost everything is lucky, try saying, “I am happy you get to be a family” or “What a blessing he is.”

And God, as I step into a season of big, scary unknowns, allowing one teen to drive alone while another packs up and moves off to college, help me...

Also, if your mornings tend to involve lots of nagging and persuading your child to get ready, why not try some practice runs? Set your child's...

Our children and teens will make wise friend choices and questionable friend choices. The more we can express genuine interest in them and allow...

Of course, deep down, we all know that watching our children growing up and growing in independence is what being a parent is all about, but there...

You may not always hear it, but you are truly special, and our hearts and prayers are with each of you. May God continue to bless you, keep you...

Boys need to know how to care for themselves, such as cooking meals and doing laundry. I've made it a point to teach my boys cooking, cleaning, and...

Hear from Crosswalk contributor Amanda Idleman as she talks about her faith and life experiences with marriage, foster care, homeschooling, and...

Well, friend, as a mom that has dabbled in nearly every education option possible (probably because I have double-guessed making these choices way...

Laying out clothes and checking backpacks for supplies and homework after dinner can help everyone avoid a frantic rush in the morning. But don’t...

But, as the days get closer to the start of the school year, my excitement can quickly turn into anxiousness. My mind begins to wonder as...

Remember the teachers in your life, keep them in your prayers, and help them whenever you can. Teachers are vital to the children today, who will...

For parents sending their children out into the great big world for the first time, this sentiment can physically be felt in parents' bodies....

As Christian parents, we have a big obligation to teach values to our children so they will know how to respond to and treat others. On the other...

Even if we are starting a new school year and we know nobody at the school, God will be walking down the halls by our side, whether we are in grade...