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Relative Peace

How would you describe your last get-together with extended family? Whatever your experiences, you can help promote harmony on an extended family vacation.

Games and Activities for Road Trips

Are you looking for new games to play and activities to do on your next road trip? Look no further. We’ve compiled a number of games and activities that work well in the car. 

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Helping Kids Hide God’s Word in Their Hearts

In remembrance of Gary Smalley, we present this recorded interview in which the best-selling author and relationship expert explains how parents can help their children internalize the truths of the Bible.

Not All Stories Are Created Equal

With so many children’s books available, it’s hard to know where to begin. Consider these principles when deciding which books are appropriate for your child.

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How to Teach Appropriate Touch to Your Kids

Affirm each child as a gift from God and model appropriate touch, even as you let kids know that the areas of their body covered by a bathing suit should be treated with special care.

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Toddler-Sized Choices

Give your 2-year-old appropriate choices to help him navigate his burgeoning sense of power so it’s not used to fight against what you ask him to do.

Blended Family: Filling the Role of a Parent Who Has Died

While similar in many respects to stepparenting through divorce and remarriage, parenting a child whose biological parent has died carries its own distinctives.

The Gift of Prayer: Ask, Seek, Knock

Most parents want to help their kids develop a relationship with God that is fueled by prayer. Here’s how to start.

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Wrestling with Big Decisions

Teens shouldn’t fret when there’s no “burning-bush” answer to their life questions.

Evidence for the Resurrection

While we can’t know too many things “for certain,” there are very good reasons for kids to believe that the Resurrection actually happened. 

When Parents Compare Kids

Comparing a child’s development isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but when parents become competitive, the result can be troublesome.

Why Easter Matters

Why Does Easter Matter? – A Tony Evans Easter Sermon

Your child can have a more complete understanding of what Christ’s death and resurrection have already accomplished through your teaching them these four truths about Christ’s sacrifice.

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Right Now Love — Why Kids Should Visit the Elderly

Teach your children why it’s important to serve the elderly, even if those served can’t remember who the children are.

Resurrection: The Most Important Truth

Why is it essential to teach kids about Christ’s resurrection? Because if Christ did not rise, our faith is useless. Learn more about why this is true.

Two-and-a-Half Hours With Audrey

Celebrating life in the shadow of death

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Stretching Their Limits

Encourage your teens to test boundaries in positive ways.

Everyday Peacemakers

Encouraging kids to reflect God’s peace in their interactions with each other.

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Parenting Tips for the Middle School Years (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly offer parents of middle schoolers advice and encouragement in a discussion based on Dr. Leman’s new book, Planet Middle School: Helping Your Child Through the Peer Pressure, Awkward Moments & Emotional Drama. (Part 2 of 2)

The First Weeks Home After an Adoption

It takes time, flexibility and a whole lot of love to help a child adapt to a new family.

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Parenting Tips for the Middle School Years (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly offer parents of middle schoolers advice and encouragement in a discussion based on Dr. Leman’s new book, Planet Middle School: Helping Your Child Through the Peer Pressure, Awkward Moments & Emotional Drama. (Part 1 of 2)