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How to Raise Empathetic Children by Teaching Them Real Love

Real love goes beyond getting something in return—it’s about contributing to others’ lives. As parents, we can teach our children to love genuinely by helping them develop empathy, humility, and courage. You can model Christlike love and guide your children toward meaningful relationships built on trust and grace.

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How to Say Prayers for Your Children

Prayer is more than talking to God—it’s a powerful way to shape your children’s spiritual life. When you pray for them and with them, you give a lasting gift of faith and guidance.

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Blessing Your Children

When you bless your children, you are reinforcing your children’s worth.

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How to Cope with Family Estrangement During Christmas

The holidays can feel overwhelming when you’re estranged from an adult child. If you’ve been asking yourself how to cope with family estrangement during holidays, you’re not alone.

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Best Gift Ideas for Teenagers on Your List

As they develop into adults, what best gift ideas for teenagers go beyond the wrapping paper to encourage discovery of their unique identity?

Best gifts for 4-8 year olds. Like this little girl and her brother

Best Gift Ideas for 4-8 Year Olds

Shopping for 4-8 year olds can be the most fun. You can make this year’s Christmas gifts meaningful as well.

The Gift Of Peace

God’s children are given access to His peace. Here’s how.

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Great Gifts To Give Your Adult Child’s Family

While we give gifts all year long, holidays bring gift-giving to the center of attention.

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Best Gift Ideas For Ages 0 To 3

Here’s a few great ideas for the best gifts for the littles in your home.

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Best Gift Ideas For The Preteen On Your List

Some of the best gift ideas for the preteen on your list provide familiarity with family stories, legends, and lore.

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Bible Verses to Read to Your Kids on Christmas

Take the time as a family dive into the Word and help further set the stage for what is to come on Christmas. Here are some bible verses to read to your kids this Christmas Eve.

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Go From “Gimme” to Grateful Kids

Teaching children to be grateful and generous is a Christmas gift that can last a lifetime.

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12 Questions Every Father Should Ask His Future Son-In-Law

What questions should you ask your future son-in-law? Answers to these 12 questions might help you know whether to bless the union. Understanding what kind of man your future son-in-law is an important part of welcoming him into your family.

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Help Your Child Know Christian Truth Using Nativity Figures

Christmas is wonderful time to do crafts together with the children. Take it a step further craft together the story of Jesus.

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Traditions: Old and New Ways to Celebrate Christmas

Enjoy family traditions or come up with activities that can become traditions to draw your family closer together during the Christmas season

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Christmas Activities That Focus on Jesus

Are you looking for ideas to help keep your children focused on the reason for the Christmas season?

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Advent for Your Kids

Help your kids count down to Christmas while focusing on Jesus, not presents, with Advent activities for families, a Christian Advent calendar, and a children’s Advent wreath.

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A Vital Message of Thanksgiving to a Divided Nation

The Revolutionary Roots of Thanksgiving in America

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A Parent’s Guide To Secure Help For Developmental Delays

Parenting a child with developmental delays can be challenging. The good news is that help is available for your child.

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Talking To Kids About Masturbation

Knowing the larger meaning and purpose of human sexuality helps us talk to our kids about masturbation.