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Blended Family: Filling the Role of a Parent Who Has Died

While similar in many respects to stepparenting through divorce and remarriage, parenting a child whose biological parent has died carries its own distinctives.

The Gift of Prayer: Ask, Seek, Knock

Most parents want to help their kids develop a relationship with God that is fueled by prayer. Here’s how to start.

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Wrestling with Big Decisions

Teens shouldn’t fret when there’s no “burning-bush” answer to their life questions.

Evidence for the Resurrection

While we can’t know too many things “for certain,” there are very good reasons for kids to believe that the Resurrection actually happened. 

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.

Why Easter Matters

Why Does Easter Matter? – A Tony Evans Easter Sermon

Your child can have a more complete understanding of what Christ’s death and resurrection have already accomplished through your teaching them these four truths about Christ’s sacrifice.

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Right Now Love — Why Kids Should Visit the Elderly

Teach your children why it’s important to serve the elderly, even if those served can’t remember who the children are.

Resurrection: The Most Important Truth

Why is it essential to teach kids about Christ’s resurrection? Because if Christ did not rise, our faith is useless. Learn more about why this is true.

Two-and-a-Half Hours With Audrey

Celebrating life in the shadow of death

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Stretching Their Limits

Encourage your teens to test boundaries in positive ways.

Everyday Peacemakers

Encouraging kids to reflect God’s peace in their interactions with each other.

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Parenting Tips for the Middle School Years (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly offer parents of middle schoolers advice and encouragement in a discussion based on Dr. Leman’s new book, Planet Middle School: Helping Your Child Through the Peer Pressure, Awkward Moments & Emotional Drama. (Part 2 of 2)

The First Weeks Home After an Adoption

It takes time, flexibility and a whole lot of love to help a child adapt to a new family.

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Parenting Tips for the Middle School Years (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly offer parents of middle schoolers advice and encouragement in a discussion based on Dr. Leman’s new book, Planet Middle School: Helping Your Child Through the Peer Pressure, Awkward Moments & Emotional Drama. (Part 1 of 2)

Welcome to the Middle School Zone

Your child is changing. Is your parenting?

Why Toddler Modesty?

Parents can teach toddlers about modesty, which builds an understanding and lays a foundation for future discussions.

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Respect Starts Now

It’s never too early (or late) to teach kids to be respectful.

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A Logical Faith

Why your teen’s college prep should include an understanding of the Christian worldview

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Facing the Truth

How do you tell your kids about a painful decision from your past?

How to Get Kids to Care for and Be Kind to Your Pets

Train your kids to be gentle with and caring for pets from a young age.