All of the posts from Cornerstones for Parents in one place!
What do you do when your child doesn't seem to care? Addressing a hard heart is an important task for all Christian parents. Here we will identify some examples of intentional misbehaviors, what God has to say about hard hearts and what you can do to effectively address them.
Interrupting . . . running through the house . . . leaving dirty towels on the floor . . . these are all common childhood behaviors. And what they have in common is a focus on self. Here we will learn about selfish behaviors and how parents can address them.
All misbehaviors are not created equal. Figuring out the heart condition behind the behavior is important for Christian parents. Here we explore the first of the three different types of misbehaviors.
Kids ask so many questions. Let's learn some reasons why and how you can use your answers to build trust in God.
There's nothing better than snuggling under a blanket and reading a good book with your kids. Perfect Soup will warm your soul and provide you with an opportunity to illustrate the biblical principle of grace.
Figuring out if and when your child could benefit from therapy is not always easy. Here we will explore some answers to common questions that parents might have about children and therapy.
Does your child struggle with worry or anxiety? Here we will look to the Bible for inspiration for practical tips to combat worry.
Are you going through a tough time? Do you want to shout, like the disciples did in their wave-torn boat, "Don't you care about me at all God?" If so, read on for comfort and encouragement. You will find He has been with you all along.
Now, more than ever, we need to make sure that we help our children develop hearts filled with thankfulness. There is no better antidote for the influences of a me-centered society than an "attitude of gratitude."
Some people are naturally empathetic and some are not. We can help our empathy-challenged children to develop this important relational skill with these tips and suggestions.
It can be hard to determine if difficult behaviors in our children are indicative of a more serious problem or if they are just a phase. Here we will take a look at some helpful insights on child development from the Gesell Institute of Human Development.
Sending children to their rooms is a common parenting intervention. And it is a good one. It just may not good for all situations. Read on to find out about how sending your children to their rooms may not be effective for sibling arguments.
There are a variety of behavior charts available to parents. As long as they are seen as a temporary tool to get a child back on track, they can be very effective. Here we will explore how to use CfP's version of a behavior chart.
The day after Christmas is often met with disappointment and longing. You can use those feelings to seek the Lord and turn your family's focus toward Him.
Keep Jesus in Christmas with these simply yet effective activities for Christmas morning.
This is our last in a series of three articles on the basics of Christian parenting. Here we will explore the different traps that well-meaning Christian parents can fall into.
This is the second article in a series of three about the back-to-basics of Christian parenting. Here we explore the different activities that families can engage in that will keep them connected to and centered on Christ.
Our first in a series of three articles on the basics of Christian parenting. Here we address the main goals and objectives of a Christian parent.
