Don’t settle for a response of “It’s not my fault” with your kids. Curb their bad habit of blaming others and making excuses.
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Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Disrespect is at the root of inappropriate behavior. Two of your kids are fighting, another one won’t pick up his toys, and your teenager just revealed the tattoo she got without your permission. You’re exhausted, and all you want is peace. You’re not alone. For many, disciplining children is a …
This can be one of the trickiest topics to handle with your teens. Addressing unwanted sexual thoughts begins with focusing on what’s happening, necessary boundaries, and providing help.
Use these age appropriate activities to teach your children about persevering in their faith.
Hagar’s story in the Bible shows how we can share God’s love with others and let them know that He sees each of us in our trials.
The psychological, relational, and spiritual benefits of thankfulness for both children and families are well-documented. But on a practical level, why is it important, and how can parents teach their kids to be sincerely grateful? Here are six practices and three key benefits to motivate parents.
The most important skill you can teach your teen is the renewing of his mind. This article examines five steps that will help you encourage your teen in this area.
Many Christian parents assume that their way of connecting with God is the way their children should connect with Him. But your child may connect with God very differently than you.
Have you been successful in making lasting changes as a parent? Try these small tips to make a big change in your family.
How Parents Identify and Approach Some of the Major Challenges of Parenting.
Forgiveness didn’t come easily after our divorce.
Use these six strategies to establish an understanding of appropriate behavior in young kids.
Help children see the awesome reliability of God’s faithfulness through these age-appropriate activities.
These five tips can help you create a culture of honesty in your home.
In the face of the fear of growing up, we can help to bring hope, excitement, and victory back into our kids’ lives. God’s word is full of wisdom, and we must not take it for granted.
Contrary to what you may think, stepparenting is a two-person task. Learn how both parents can positively shape their stepfamily’s future while also cultivating their present too.
Do my adult kids really need my money? Answering that question often brings up other, more difficult questions like how much or how often? Approaching this topic requires your patience, grace, and ultimately, your ability to focus on what’s really important about money.
Instagram and Snapchat may seem harmless and fun, but they can be addicting and damaging for your teens, when these apps are used in excess.
Your teen is separating from you; make this transition easier by understanding what’s yours to control and what isn’t.
Many grandparents struggle to connect with grandkids who seem glued to screens. Here’s how you can set healthy boundaries, encourage screen-free activities, and rediscover the joy of time together.