I’ve witnessed a trend in my car, at school, and around town. Perhaps you have noticed it as well: kids with headphones on, staring at their phones, regardless of whether they are alone or in a group. Technology plays a helpful role in our society, but our kids need some specific guidance in what that […]
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Surviving Parenting Teens
Back when I was a teacher or a youth director and parents moaned in my presence about how challenging it was to parent teens, I kind of assumed they were referring to the defiance, the rebellion, the life-alteringly bad decisions, and the snarky attitudes. Since my (mostly future) children were not going to be defiant, […]
Time to Grow Up?
“…speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself, who is the head.” Ephesians 4:15 I’ve been struck with the realization that I want to grow up. You may have assumed that I had already grown up since I’m a 41-year-old (cringe) pastor’s wife with 4 kids, one of […]
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Gratitude Starts With Me
Though working on ME isn’t really what I want to do, by cultivating gratitude in MY OWN heart and life, my children WILL begin to cultivate gratitude as well. Here are three tips to get us started developing our own attitude of gratitude so that we can begin modeling it for the kids.
Partnering with AWANA
Of all the programs, lessons, and time-fillers available today, Awana is one of the best uses of time! If you are looking for a genuine partner in sharing faith in Christ with your child, I whole-heartedly recommend finding an Awana Club to join. Read on to find out why.
8 Tips for Memorizing Scripture
How often have you thought or heard someone say, “I can’t memorize Scripture”. Then the list of excuses… “I’m too old. My mind doesn’t work that way. I have learning issues.” Truth is, memorizing is not actually an inability- we just might need some help going about it. Here are 8 tips to help you OVERCOME your excuses!
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Purposeful Photobooks – Telling Your Family’s Story
Photobooks or scrapbooks become a way to tell your family’s story, to build a lasting legacy, and to solidify family traditions. To some, the task seems daunting, yet others just can’t hold themselves back. With direction and purpose- and a few practical tips- the task can be manageable and a great blessing to your family. […]
Keeping Church Friendly for Families
Sometimes in our efforts to serve families we forget to serve families. Let’s face it- families are BUSY! Ferrying kids to school, lessons, practices, and games takes up too much time as it is. Church shouldn’t needlessly add to the running back and forth. Here are a few suggestions to reduce the rushing.
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Surviving Parenting Teens
Back when I was a teacher or a youth director and parents moaned in my presence about how challenging it was to parent teens, I kind of assumed they were referring to the defiance, the rebellion, the life-alteringly bad decisions, and the snarky attitudes. Since my (mostly future) children were not going to be defiant, […]
Where am I Going Wrong?
On the frustrating days of mothering and schooling I sometimes think “Where did I go wrong?!?” “Is anyone LISTENING to me?!?!” Can you relate? (For your sake, I hope not, but chances are good you can.)
Shower Time to Pray for Your Kids
Ever find yourself wishing you had more time to pray for your children? Wish that you had a more systematic approach to praying for them rather than only reacting to current circumstances? A simple way to find more prayer time…
