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A hand holds a ceramic bowl repaired with visible gold-filled cracks, illustrating the concept of restoration and the theme “God Restores.”

How Does God Restore Broken Hearts?

Kintsugi is the art of repairing something that has been broken with gold, with the understanding that the object is more beautiful because it has been broken. Like the art of kintsugi, God repairs the brokenness in our lives and makes us more beautiful through the process.

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How Can Young Adults Practice Holiness in a Post-Christian World?

Distinguish between living in the world and being of the world can be tough for young adults. You can help them by being an example, letting the Holy Spirit convict them, initiating Spirit-led conversations, and by following Christ’s example.

Teen girl sits alone on a windowsill, looking out with a pensive expression, symbolizing the silent struggle behind childhood suicide.

What are the Warning Signs of Childhood Suicide?

Knowing the warning signs of childhood suicide and taking immediate action can prevent a child’s death by suicide.

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10 Things You Need To Know About Bullying and Cyberbullying

No matter what form bullying or cyberbullying takes, it happens far too often. Knowing these signs, impacts, and how to address it with your kids can make all the difference in their safety and mental health.

Little girl sitting by a window holding an open book, viewed close-up with wide eyes and an open mouth. Soft natural light from the window illuminates the face, while stacks of books appear blurred in the foreground.

How Can I Help My Child Think Biblically in Today’s World?

Culture is shaping our children’s worldview, but we should not fear. Learn how to use everyday moments to teach them to think biblically.

Husband and wife in an abusive marriage, sitting on the couch with their back to one another.

Should I Stay In My Abusive Marriage For The Kids?

Abusive marriages are more common than many realize and can have damaging, life-long effects on a couple’s children.

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Practical Help for When You’re Overwhelmed (Part 2 of 2)

In a discussion based on their book, Overwhelmed, Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory offer advice for reducing stress, organizing your schedule, learning to say “no” to unnecessary commitments and increasing your capacity for joy. (Part 2 of 2)

Children playing together in a grassy field, flying colorful kites and enjoying simple outdoor activities that reflect healthy family rhythms and connection.

How Christian Family Rhythms Build Strong Families and Lasting Faith 

Extraordinary families are shaped through the ordinary rhythms of everyday life.

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Practical Help for When You’re Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2)

In a discussion based on their book, Overwhelmed, Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory offer advice for reducing stress, organizing your schedule, learning to say “no” to unnecessary commitments and increasing your capacity for joy. (Part 1 of 2)

Toddler experiencing toy overload while holding oversized toy grapes and a green toy apple in a play seat.

What Is Toy Overload?

Kids need play, not excessive toys. Fewer toys foster better creativity & engagement with real-world activities, preventing sensory overload and addiction.

A father lifts his young son on his shoulders as the boy practices shooting a basketball, illustrating biblical masculinity through guidance, encouragement, and nurturing connection.

How Do We Develop Biblical Masculinity In Our Sons? 

Raise sons with biblical masculinity—rooted in humility, empathy, and self-control—not cultural stereotypes. Gather age-specific tips, counters myths about toxic masculinity, and equip yourself to model Christlike character as you help your boys grow into godly men. 

Mother and daughter sit on a couch, facing each other as one speaks with expressive hand gestures while the other listens with a hand resting near the face.

What To Do If Your Adult  Child  Is  Living  with  Her  Boyfriend? 

Learn how to respond with grace, truth, and wisdom when your adult child is living with their boyfriend. Biblical guidance for maintaining influence and connection.

Teacher gestures while guiding a young boy with special education needs through a colorful workbook activity at a classroom desk.

Can My Child With Special Educational Needs Succeed in School?

If a child has special educational needs, that doesn’t mean that they can’t succeed in school. Here are 11 suggestions of how you can help your child thrive in an educational environment.

Young girl with curly hair stands with hands clasped in prayer, eyes closed, against a plain light background. This image emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth in young children.

How Can I Encourage Spiritual Growth in My Young Children?

You can guide your child’s spiritual growth by giving them “Missional Moments,” which create memories, serve others, and grow faith.

Two elementary school girls sit side by side at a wooden table, focused on drawing and writing with colored pencils and markers.

What 10 Things Should I Do If My Elementary-Aged Child Has Autism?

These 10 tips can help you understand ASD and guide your elementary-aged child with autism through the early school years.

Mom painting with her children, demonstrating that ADHD in kids can be addressed in ways that help children thrive.

What Are the Symptoms of ADHD in Kids?

What are the symptoms of ADHD in kids and how can parents manage it? Understanding ADHD requires close observation of a child’s behaviors in order to notice patterns that help determine the best method of treatment.

A mother caring for a special needs child who is outside their usual routine.

How Can I Encourage Children With Special Needs While They’re Away From School?

Kids with special needs can struggle during school breaks and holidays because a loss of routine and changing schedules. How can parents ease this transition for their kids?

Boy covering his eyes with hands and cloth, representing sensory processing issues in children.

What Are Sensory Processing Issues in a Child?

Some children struggle to process sensory information that they see, hear, taste, feel or touch. They may also have difficulty with balance.

Mother closely watching toddler play with wooden toy, illustrating early signs of autism in toddlers.

How Can I Know If My Toddler Has Autism?

Having your toddler assessed for autism is the first step in understanding how to help them thrive with ASD.

Mother helping her daughter with Down syndrome paint with fingers, supporting special needs development through hands-on play.

How Can I Encourage Development in Children with Special Needs?

Identifying social and behavioral deficits is the first step in understanding a child with special needs. From there, you can create expectations and encourage positive development.