Parenting
Imperfect Kids, Imperfect Parents
Sometimes we, as parents, need to let go of our expectations so we can embrace the 'beautiful mess' of family life.
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Raise the Kids You’re Given
It’s okay for you to dream about who you want your children to become. But don’t force them into a mold that you’ve designed.
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3 Ways to Avoid Legalism in Parenting
The best way your children can discover the joy and freedom of faith is through connecting with, not lecturing, them.
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How to Share the Gospel With Your Child
Parents have exceptional influence over their children and the potential for leading them to Jesus
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7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
Good parents aren’t perfect. And that’s okay. There’s no formula to follow, but there are ways you can grow every day. Focus on the Family’s 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment gives parents an honest look at their unique strengths, plus some areas that could use a little help.
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Summer Adventure Kit
The Bible Detectives adventure pack will challenge your kids’ problem-solving skills, while improving their Bible literacy.
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Parenting a Shy Sadie Robertson
With her parents' help, Sadie Robertson of “Duck Dynasty” fame moved past her fear and anxiety to walk in a confidence that comes from God.
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Are Your Parenting Fears Hurting Your Kids?
Avoid three common parenting fears so you can provide the emotional safety your kids need to be who God created them to be.
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How to Pick Your Battles
When you pick your battles well, you continue to build your relationship with your teen. Here's how.
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Dads Can Be Heroes to Their Kids
Dads can take back the role they’ve been given and become a hero to their children.
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The Biblical Approach to Spanking
One of our top 25 most-viewed parenting articles: "The Biblical Approach to Spanking." Regardless of the method, the Bible's word on discipline clearly demands that parents be responsible and diligent.
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Why Kids Need Mean Moms
One of our top 25 most-viewed parenting articles: "Why Kids Need Mean Moms." Give kids the tough love they need so they’ll develop into independent adults.
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Age-Appropriate Chores
One of our top 25 most-viewed parenting articles: "Age-Appropriate Chores." Do you know which chores your child can do? You may be surprised at how capable your kids are and what they can do to help out.
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When Children View Pornography
One of our top 25 most-viewed parenting articles: "When Children View Pornography." Today's child lives in a culture where hard-core pornography abounds.
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Strong-Willed Women Mothering Strong-Willed Children
One of our top 25 most-viewed parenting articles: "Strong-Willed Women Mothering Strong-Willed Children." It can be tough to parent a younger version of yourself. But you also have a definite advantage — you know what it’s like to be a strong-willed child.
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Planting Seeds of Biblical Truth Devotions
A much-loved download for busy parents: Get 52 weeks of family devotions free — faith-affirming biblical principles that will help you encourage your children to build lasting, thriving faith in God.
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