Family Update Archives

Proverbs 31 offers advice for single and married women alike.

Storybook romances for the middle aged did not exist. Who was I kidding? God, help me remember why I’m still married to this man.

Parenting is a hard road for many of us as we struggle to find that perfect balance of disciplinarian, teacher, provider, and more. And the truth...

Your value as a human being is not defined by the “stuff” you own.

Boys are born with a mission: to work and keep, to cultivate and guard.

The Apostle Paul says, “In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.”

I know what you’re thinking. Just the thought of the word ‘budget’ is like nails on a chalkboard. I know the feeling.

The ability to work hard, to tolerate frustration, and to take responsibility doesn’t just happen without a push from parents.

Isn't marriage a lot like laundry and mowing the lawn? But only one gives an instant return while the other never seems to give a return at all.

Whether what is before them is pleasing to God or not, children will mirror what they see.

Check inside for three ways the Lord provides help to Christians who rescue cultures and take risks for the Kingdom.

Midlife by its very nature is a lot like dynamite: it is a powerful force for either great good or great harm

Signing a lease on a Mercedes you can't afford is neither the Law of Attraction not God’s providence... that’s just being stupid.

When God plants a seed in your heart to grow a business while raising a family, he doesn’t promise it will be easy.

You don’t have to wait until your children grow older and less needy to invest in good relationships.