For Christian families, there’s an overwhelming importance upon understanding the roles of female and male. However, our culture emphasizes different aspects of these roles from Christianity. In the Christian context, the origin point for this conversation lies at the beginning: the creation of woman and man.
Ages 19 + (Adult Child) Everyday Parenting
Do you confront your kids when they’re not thinking clearly? Sometimes they will need you to intervene and help them deal with issues.
Fathers have the awesome responsibility of laying a spiritual foundation in the home. But what does that mean, exactly? How can you be the dad your family needs?
The world regularly teaches us ways to consume in our relationships rather than contributing to them. How, then, can we teach our kids to become contributors rather than consumers?
Your kids will grow to be more healthy and resilient as you start parenting with a clear understanding of what your real job is.
While we give gifts all year long, holidays bring gift-giving to the center of attention.
Staying connected to your grandchildren can be easier than you thought.
Supporting your child’s parenting choices can be hard when you don’t agree. We have to remember there is more at stake.
An important parenting strategy is to maintain a connection to your teen, one that keeps her reassured of your love and interest in her life.
I’ve found that ultimately, even when my children want to be respected as an adult, they also crave the comfort of a parent.