Parenting Update Archives

Words matter. Our kids need to hear them. They thrive under encouraging, supporting, heart-felt words.

God has designed us to give to others – and when we serve in his name, we are open to receiving his healing touch in return.

Here's the question: If God dropped the survival mask, would you grab ahold of its life-giving air? The good news is, he has!

From the womb until the time they are young adults, there are things parents can do to help your child know, and ultimately love, Scripture.

Tithing as a single mom can be difficult, perhaps more so than any other person. But here's why you can't afford not to...

Many of us have scars and wounds from the past that leave us reeling. But will the past haunt us forever?

How can we avoid crippling comparisons? It starts by affirming our worth (and our children’s worth) in God.

On the last day of school, I want my first thoughts to be: this will be a great summer.

With every generation, raising children takes on new challenges never before seen by parents.

“I should be dead, paralyzed, or locked up in prison.” These are the words I use when sharing my testimony with others.

Though I’m sure my kids can tell when I’m going through something, we sort of have a don’t ask, don’t tell policy.

Is there someone that you can think of right now that needs to hear a word from God?

I once heard a preacher talk about praying for safety. He said Christians shouldn’t place a premium on such a thing as that.

You have the ability to help shape the perception your children have of the world. Do you take this task seriously?

Michael and Debi Pearl’s method of discipline has many advocates, but critics say it lacks the gospel.