Teens Archives

I am the mom of five sons: three adults, one 10-year-old, and one 9-year-old. This does not make me an expert; it means I am experienced and tired...

As a mom, it’s exhilarating to see my children soaring into the future God has planned for each of them. Yet for them to rise up and claim...

Yet, finding ways to connect with our older kids can feel challenging. Busy schedules, friends, digital distractions, and differing interests can...

One way to help teens navigate the boundaries of their transition into adulthood is to encourage their contribution to the family. Here are 7 ways...

Every Christian teaches the next generation of men, since all of us are responsible for building up the body of Christ. So what’s most important in...

If you are anxious about someone you love, I understand. I know the dark cloud that can settle down in our hearts like a sinister, unyielding fog....

Teenage depression is no joke. It’s brutal. It’s tough and as parents, we feel like we’re treading water in the ocean with no land in sight. As a...

In a world where cyberbullying is king and kids hear negative statements from peers and adults all the time, it is more important than ever for...

In the heat of a crazy moment, we might say things without thinking that tear our kids down. We need to remember our words hold tremendous power...

One reason you might be having trouble conversing with your teen is that you haven't made the crucial transition to mentor. If we're parenting our...

Instead of giving them an actual wrapped gift, consider a gift to something you can do as a family. What about a certificate to watch the newest...

Raising teens requires courage, fortitude, and an abundance of God’s grace. Multiply that need by a thousand if the teenager happens to have a...

While under-parenting can throw our kids to the wolves, is it possible that over-parenting can turn our kids away from faith?

If you’re thinking about getting your kid a smartphone this Christmas - or anytime - here are five things you should consider...

We will all leave a legacy, good or bad. Unfortunately, by the time the legacy is written, we no longer have the power to make any edits to the...