5 Simple Ways to Raise Confident Kids with Words
I want to raise confident kids. I want my kids to know their value. As a former kid I remember drowning and self-doubt and second-guessing every choice I made. I want more for my kids. As a parent, I have the privilege of raising children who are confident. There are so many ways to cultivate…
Read MoreDo You Practice Applying God’s Word?
The often overlooked component of Bible study is “practice”. Practice is defined as the application of what you believe. Practice improves and strengthens our ability to live out God’s best for our lives. Athletes don’t become great by reading about their sport…they practice. We can’t train for a marathon by reading a how-to article…we have…
Read More3 Parenting Styles Identified in Scripture
Much research has gone into parent-child relationships. As a result “parenting styles” have been identified by popular psychology. But did you know that Scripture identifies a few “parenting styles” as well? As the parenting styles are outlined in this article, I encourage you to think of it as a continuum. As I looked over this…
Read More5 Parenting Don’ts
Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged. ~ Colossians 3:21 The Bible is full of warnings, instructions and promises. In Colossians 3:21, we receive a clear parenting “don’t”. Paul warns us not to embitter our children because it leads to their discouragement. Paul warns not to “embitter” (NIV), meaning to cause…
Read MoreEaster: 3 Ways to Teach Kids About the Resurrection
Easter is a great time to teach about the Resurrection of Jesus. This is THE story of salvation. The 3 ways listed here are ways that are tried and true in our family. I cherish the times we sat on the floor taking apart the resurrection eggs. Looking forward to Resurrection cookies Sunday morning. And…
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