Contrary to what you may think, stepparenting is a two-person task. Learn how both parents can positively shape their stepfamily’s future while also cultivating their present too.
Parenting
Do my adult kids really need my money? Answering that question often brings up other, more difficult questions like how much or how often? Approaching this topic requires your patience, grace, and ultimately, your ability to focus on what’s really important about money.
Instagram and Snapchat may seem harmless and fun, but they can be addicting and damaging for your teens, when these apps are used in excess.
Your teen is separating from you; make this transition easier by understanding what’s yours to control and what isn’t.
Many grandparents struggle to connect with grandkids who seem glued to screens. Here’s how you can set healthy boundaries, encourage screen-free activities, and rediscover the joy of time together.
Kindness is one of the few things that will gentle the response of others. Teach kids how to show kindness to others.
As parents, we deal with the tension between providing freedom and boundaries for our teens. Focus on finding routines and habits that can help you better connect with your teens. Look out for things they enjoy or opportunities to develop a skill or interest. Finally, continue to take an interest in your teen’s interests. Ask …
Helping your children deal with their anger can seem impossible when emotions run high. But you can train your kids to recognize triggers and replace them with truths that will help them get out of their angry cycle.
Teaching your toddler to obey is one of the most important building blocks for their continued development. Learn how to establish a healthy foundation of obedience in your home.
How to answer kids’ questions about being with Jesus after we die.
Try these ideas to help teach your children the true nature of joy
I’ve found that ultimately, even when my children want to be respected as an adult, they also crave the comfort of a parent.
Many teens are drawn to Wicca’s promise of power and belonging. But only God’s Word brings truth that anchors the heart and transforms the soul.
Creating expectations of how life should go can open our hearts up to disappointment. However, if we live with anticipation and expectancy of what is to come, and what God is doing in our lives, we can experience greater joy in the journey.
Spiritual warfare is more than a distant idea — it’s part of everyday life. Parents can equip their children to stand firm by teaching them to wear the full armor of God, using Scripture as their defense and truth as their strength.
No matter how old your children are, it’s never too late to begin praying with them.
Prayer is an essential skill, and your kids will learn it from you as you do it together. Nothing will communicate the why and the how of prayer to your kids like seeing you pray.
Easing your teen’s fears and frustrations as you transition to a new home
Passing on faith to our grandkids is our duty before God. He commands us as grandparents to teach two generations, not just one.
Male and female are not what we feel we are, but what we actually are. Help your kids sort the truth from fiction regarding transgenderism because transgenderism doesn’t physically exist.