When it comes to parenting, what are you better at? Showing or telling? Most of us have the telling part down pat. But being "doer's" of our own words - well . . . that's another story. Let's explore the importance of modeling and the great grace of God when we fall short.
How many times a day do you find yourself telling your kids to "be nice"? We can help them "be nice" to others by teaching them concrete ways to show love. This family activity will help your kids see and understand a simple but powerful way to show love to the most important people in their lives.
Most children know that they should not talk to strangers. But do our kids know who qualifies as a stranger? Here we will get back to basics and explore what you can say to make sure your children know how to be safe.
Controlling children can be very difficult to handle - even for the most patient of parents. Here we will uncover the answer to the question: How can I control my controlling child?
Here is an outline for a family worship service at home on the book of Ruth. If you ever find that you can't get your family to church, don't worry. You can bring church to your family!
Training wheels are great for helping a child move from a tricycle to a two-wheeler. But as I learned this past weekend, training wheels can hold a child back if used too long. Are there other areas of life in which we inadvertently hold our kids back? Join me as we seek to find the balance between...
During the summer it is easy to get lax about many things. One thing we can't let slip is making the most of family devotional time. Here are some fun and creative devotional ideas for you to use this summer with your kids that will be sure to engage and equip.
Pain. Hardship. Struggles. These are all things that we try to avoid. But if you find yourself in the midst of a trial, there may be more good in it than you thought.
Summer is a time for fun, but for some kids, it is a time of inertia. If your kids have difficulty entertaining themselves, read on for possible reasons why and some ideas to get them up and moving.
As the thermometer inches up this summer, so may tempers be increasing in your home. If you have kids that just can't seem to get along, these tips may be just what you are looking for to cool things down.
Perfectionism is a burden that no one should carry. As Christian parents, we can help our children understand that God does not call us to be perfect but sanctified. Here you will learn how to communicate this concept to your children in a way they can understand.
No one is perfect, but some kids think they should be. This post will help parents spot possible underlying problems and give tips on how to help a child with perfectionism.
Parenting is not an easy job - it is hard work. It is also *heart* work. Keeping the right focus can help us parent the part of our kids that has eternal value: the heart.
Do you ever feel unsure about how to best discipline your children? Here's a helpful list of 20 ways Christian parents can discipline their children.
If you have ever struggled with anger outbursts as a parent (and who hasn't), read on to find out what you can do in the aftermath as well as some ideas to prevent them from happening.
We know we are supposed to be consistent as parents, but what does that really mean? Is there a "right" or "wrong" way to implement consistency? Read on to find out.
In the heat of the moment it can be very tempting to punish our children severely. We may even feel justified in doing so. But is it effective? This article will look at the reasons why punishments don't work and some implications for Christian parents.
Lying is a common behavior problem in childhood. But why do some children lie more than others? And what can Christian parents do about it? Here we will explore some answers to both of these questions.
Is your child afraid of the dark? Here we will uncover some possible underlying causes and think "outside the box" for ways to address this very common childhood issue.
This post challenges Christian parents to help children grasp the depths and truths of what prayer really is by using fun games and a visit to a vending machine!
