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Identity in Christ: A Gen Z Viewpoint

I struggled to find my identity in Christ, trying to find my identity in materialistic things of the world. I was so consumed with gaining the “perfect” group of friends that I used alcohol to cope and did things that I’m far from proud of. This ultimately led to comparing my looks and personality to …

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Is “Gentle Parenting” Really All that Gentle?

How does this parenting style really play out in practical ways?

competition in marriage Perry and Julia Springman sitting by a campfire. Perry's marshmallow is burnt and on fire while Julia's marshmallow is perfectly golden.

No S’more Competition in Our Marriage

Could we go from counting how many times we each did things for each other to counting on each other . . . and be rid of the competition in our marriage?

Memorial with flowers used after losing a baby

Losing a Baby: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness

Losing a baby is so hard and complex. Pregnancy and infant loss awareness can help everyone better understand the grieving process.

Special Needs: When Comparison Enters Your Home

The world labels our oldest son as disabled, but most days I don’t see it that way. His disabilities do not define him. Still, I can’t deny the heartache I sometimes feel when I find myself comparing our eldest to his siblings.

Why Can’t You Be More Like…

A wife often finds herself jealous when she hears about a husband who does laundry. She’s learned to focus on what her husband does right — listens and shares his hobbies — instead of what he doesn’t.

Proud, happy mom hugging two teen soccer champion girls who are holding out their tropies toward the camera

Does Performance Drive Your Parenting?

Stop being a trophy parent. 

Anything You Can Do, My Child Can Do Better

What do you do when you find other children saying real words, while your child is still mumbling indecipherable gobbledygook?

The Rift Between Moms

What would it look like if we loved other Moms, as Jesus loved us, instead of taking out a measuring stick?

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.

End Childhood Comparisons and Choose Contentment

Do your kids compare what they have to what others own? Help them beat this comparison game by learning to be thankful for what they have, even when others have more.

What Makes It Hard to Do Your Job

Here are some factors that can make it tough to validate, nurture and keep your fingers off the “control” button.