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Discovering What It Means to Be a Man (Part 2 of 2)

Pastor and best-selling author Mark Batterson offers his insights on biblical masculinity and what it takes – particularly for a father – to raise a boy to become a good man. (Part 2 of 2)

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Discovering What It Means to Be a Man (Part 1 of 2)

Pastor and best-selling author Mark Batterson offers his insights on biblical masculinity and what it takes, particularly for a father, to raise a boy to become a good man. (Part 1 of 2)

Beyond Chips and Salsa: Exploring Cinco de Mayo for Kids

When discussing and celebrating Cinco de Mayo with our kids, there’s a unique opportunity to teach them about the history, significance, and respect attached to cross-cultural holidays. Explore some of the key takeaways for you and your family.

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Making Earth Day for Kids about Stewardship

Learn how to make Earth Day for your kids about stewardship rather than getting caught up in the politics and opinions of the day.

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3 Steps to Help Your Out of Control Young Kid

Out of control children want the boundaries and consistency parents can give. With these three steps you can help your wild child.

Fun and Powerful Morning Prayers with Your Kids

Fun and Powerful Morning Prayers with Your Kids

Why would Paul tell us to dress for battle and give us a list of our spiritual armor if the battle in question was just symbolic?

Girls with Autism

Autism in females can be diagnosed and supported in young girls and teens. Girls with autism need to be highlighted and understood.

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Teen Group Dates Can Be Fun

Snacks, sodas and sand dunes are just a few ways to make teen group dating a wholly enjoyable experience this summer

Autism in Elementary School Children

Here are some suggestions on how to guide your child with autism through the early elementary school years.

Autism in Toddlers

As awareness and acceptance expands, parents are asking, how can I know if my toddler has autism?

How Your Church Can Support Parents of Kids with Autism

Autism and your church can co-exist. Your church can become a place where families with autistic kids feel included and loved. 

Hope and Help for Parents with a Child with Autism

Caregiving for a child with autism may seem overwhelming. But there is hope and help for parents with a child with autism.

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Becoming a Surrogate Parent and Mentor

Becoming an unexpected surrogate parent revealed God’s design for my students. Continue to lean into the roles that God develops for you.

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Overcoming Four Fears of Preparing for Fatherhood

Preparing for fatherhood contains a mixture of fears and joys. Read about one story of a soon to be father and his journey towards growing into fatherhood. Then, discover how you can overcome four common fears of fatherhood.

Teens and Depression

How do we stand with our teens through this adolescent season of change and emotional upheaval?

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Nurturing Your Child’s Personality (Part 2 of 2)

Based on her book Growing Kids With Character, Hettie Brittz outlines the four main personality types of children and how parents can better nurture, communicate with, and discipline them. She explains what to do when your child is a hybrid of the types, when your personality clashes with your child’s, and more. (Part 2 of …

Focus on the Family Broadcast logo

Nurturing Your Child’s Personality (Part 1 of 2)

Based on her book Growing Kids With Character, Hettie Brittz outlines the four main personality types of children and how parents can better nurture, communicate with, and discipline them. She explains what to do when your child is a hybrid of the types, when your personality clashes with your child’s, and more. (Part 1 of …

Suicide is a Problem for Youth and Young Adults

Suicide is a problem in the youth and young adult population. There is hope for healing when parents and others are intentional about providing help.

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Is the Truth True for Everyone?

I had to equip my students to understand biblical truth and to distinguish objective truth from personal preferences.

7 Ways to Improve Mental Health Within Your Family

Discovering how to improve mental health is a family affair. Here are seven ways to improve mental health within your family so that you can better handle any of life’s curveballs.

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