Family Update Archives

Intercessory prayer is not just for “special” followers of Christ. Intercessory prayer is within every Christian’s ability. As mothers and fathers,...

There are currently over 24.5 million different pornographic websites on the Internet, which represents approximately 12% of all websites. What’s...

Jesus wants to more than make up for what you never had in a husband, or be the perfect husband that you have been unfairly expecting your...

I can attest that when you respect your spouse and practice making your husband happy, he will turn around and pour that love right back onto you. ...

If you’re having a day, week, month (or perhaps longer) holding tight to that rope here are 3 things you can do right now to soothe that rope burn...

As I pondered the different stages we have been through, I discovered some advice to tell my younger self.

Most parents want to do it right. Yet with all the different information and philosophies on child rearing a parent can feel overwhelmed and...

If that basic love and respect for country turns into a rabid form of Christian nationalism, it’s an idol no different than the golden calf the...

God had a lot to say about the role of a mother, there are dozens upon dozens of Bible verses about mothers. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching,...

Let’s instead try quieting the replay of criticism from those around you (who also may be frazzled by overload), and lovingly self-confront in...

The best time to start reading the Bible with your child is when they are in the womb. The second best time is today! We have been known by God...

Juggling work, caring for our kids, and all the schoolwork, screen time, meal prep, house cleaning, grocery shopping, can be a nightmare. So, the...

Is sleeping in separate spaces a sign of a relational break or just a pragmatic decision for more individual comfort? Let’s explore the potential...

Entitlement is the right (or perceived right) to a guaranteed benefit. Grace is the unmerited love and favor of God and is the source of all the...

Rebellious behavior includes angry outbursts, extreme disrespect to people, property, and rules.