Parenting Update Archives

How can we as parents be wise when our children have friend problems? We tell them a story about Philemon in the Bible and his choice to forgive an...

It’s the hardest part of parenting… knowing when to say no. When is it warranted? When is it necessary? And when am I just saying “no” as a...

I’ve learned through the years that God knew exactly what He was doing when He allowed my child to go through situations in which Mom couldn’t...

Given the choice between our kids playing youth sports and countless mindless hours of video games, sports feels like a big win for parents.

Yes, you are an angry mom, but you’re not sure what to do about it. You really love being a mom. But sometimes, you’re just mad.

I was watching a Republican presidential debate as my eight-year-old, John, sat next to me. Donald Trump, the front-runner, looked left and ripped...

If you're wondering how to help someone in a hard place, this is what I’ve learned. Here's what is helpful—and what is not.

Parents need to understand that one popular dating app our teens are flocking to is adult oriented, Tinder.

You don’t have to teach a child to say, “Gimme that!” or “I want another one!” Greed comes naturally to all of us. It’s easy to want more than...

I was recently challenged by a reader’s comment: Sometimes I get overwhelmed with the many tasks of homemaking ... What can we do to kick start...

Every mom has wondered, at one time or another, if we’re up for this task of mothering or if we're just messing up our kids.

If you are falling into one of these traps, taking your position in Christ immediately against each one is a major step towards recovery -- and...

The balance between ministry and motherhood doesn't come in a checklist. It comes with daily seeking God and listening to His voice.

I believe we worry not because of who our children are and what they’re doing, or even the world we live in, but because of who we are and how we...

Chances are you struggle with, have struggled with, or know someone who is struggling with one of these top guilt producers in moms: