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Evaluating How We Talk to Our Children
It seems to be so much easier to be kind and patient with other people's children. Find out why this happens and what Christian parents can do about it.
Three Elements of Positive Parenting
Have you found yourself stuck in a pattern of parenting lately where everything you say is negative? Get positive by applying these three basic elements of positive parenting.
Sibling Relationships and Their Impact on Child Development
Studies have found that siblings can impact each other's development more than parents. Learn what you can do to foster healthy and positive sibling relationships in your home.
Home Church Service Idea: What is Faith?
You can worship God anywhere! This article will give you the structure, content and discussion questions for a family home church service on the topic of faith.
Talking to Kids about “Bad” Words: Tips for Christian Parents
What do you do when your kids learn a "bad" word? Here is a simple but effective tool that parents can use to help their children evaluate the words that they hear and say.
10 Signs Your Kids Have Become an Idol
Have your kids become the sole focus of your life? Check out these 10 signs that you may have developed an unbalanced relationship.
Helping Children Understand Sin
Talking to kids about sin doesn't have to be too serious. Use this simple spring-time object lesson to make a lasting impression.
How to Help Your Child Deal with Angry Feelings
Get practical tips on how to help your child identify, process and uncover the root cause of his or her angry feelings.
What is Anger? A Christian Perspective
Anger is an emotion that we all experience. In this article, we will take an close-up look at anger from a Christian perspective. You might be surprised at what you learn.
Tips for Parenting Highly Sensitive Children
If you have a highly sensitive child there are things you can do to instill and encourage healthy coping mechanisms. Here are several parenting tips for raising a highly sensitive child.
Self-Esteem and Kids: A Christian Perspective
Self-esteem is a concept that has many parents confused. Here we will explore self-esteem from a Christian perspective as well as some ideas for application for Christian parents.
Kids and Privacy: Should I Spy on My Teen?
The decision to look through your child's things is one that should not be taken lightly. Here we help parents identify the circumstances in which an invasion of privacy is warranted.
How to Answer Kids’ Questions About Good Friday and the Crucifixion
It can be hard to answer kids' questions about Good Friday and the Crucifixion. It's good to be prepared if they do. Here are four common questions kids ask and some kid-friendly answers.
How to Help Kids Understand the Meaning of the Cross
Here is a Good Friday Bible activity and devotional that gives you the language and imagery to help even the smallest child grasp what Jesus did for them on the cross.
Helping Your Kids Make Good Decisions
The ability to make good decisions is a skill that all children need to learn. As our children age, we can help them acquire this skill by teaching them how to objectively view the circumstances surrounding a decision. This simple model will help both you and your kids make sound, well-infomed, God...
Reaching the “Unreachable” Teenager – What Christian Parents Can Do
Do you feel that there is a great divide between you and your teenager? You can close the gap by applying God's model for reaching the "unreachable." These five steps will start you on the road toward restoration and reconciliation.
The Importance of Affirming Children
Affirmation is much different than empty praise. Here we will learn what affirmation is all about and ways you can affirm both your child's character and her spiritual growth.