If each church could raise up one foster family, we would be able to take all children in the foster system and place them in the care of a loving home.
Foster Care and Adoption Options
Let Us Have Peace in Our Time
In our fractured world, we can echo Grant’s plea for harmony in the immortal words that grace his tomb in New York City, “Let us have peace.”
What To Say to Someone Who Is Dying
We may never feel fully equipped to handle death, even as believers looking forward to our heavenly destination. However, like any other challenge, the end of life can be a beautiful, healing experience when entrusted to God.
Talking to Kids about Mass School Shootings
When school shootings occur, our kids are likely to be afraid, mad, and confused. Remember that these are emotions created by God. They don’t need to be avoided, ignored, or silenced. However, as parents, we can direct our children towards the hope that God offers.
How to Help Your Kids Process Tragic News
As a counselor, I’m often asked how to talk with kids about tragedies such as the latest school shooting. Here are some strategies I offer in my practice for intentional and effective conversations about tragedy.
‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Love One Another
Sometimes we forget that Jesus’ command to “love one another” includes our spouse. But remember, God sees how you love your husband or wife.
‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Do Not Lie to One Another
“Do not lie to one another” means we must also avoid lies of omission. Have you been leaving out facts or hiding anything from your spouse lately?
The Challenges of Life After Adoption from Foster Care
May is National Foster Care Month. This is Jose Souza’s story of facing challenges after being adopted from foster care.
ADHD in Kids
ADHD in kids does provide its own unique set of difficulties and obstacles. Learn more about ADHD and how it shows up in children.
Them Before Us – The Fight for Children’s Rights
Children have the right to be loved by his or her own married biological or adoptive mother and father. But the trends of divorce, artificial reproductive technology/surrogacy, and same-sex marriage and parenting intentionally robs every child they touch of the daily love from a mother AND father. We might not like this truth but the reality is that it is them before us