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Letting God Heal Broken Hearts

Single moms and dads need to be aware of the burdens children carry as a result of the loss or neglect of a parent.

Stages and Warning Signs of Substance Abuse

Behaviors parents might notice if their teen or preteen is using drugs.

Teaching Service

Jesus set the standard of selflessness for His disciples when He told them to be His “witnesses, in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). Such a command implies a life lived for others. While it may be too early to burden young children with such …

Making Wise Decisions During Conflicts

Eight tips for creating a win/win solution

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When You Still Can’t Resolve Conflict

When all else fails, get an outside opinion to help you resolve conflict with your teens.

Mom has positive engagement with her teen son at kitchen table

Effective Communication With Your Teen

Allow your teen’s feelings to touch you, and then help him see that you truly understand his feelings.

What Contributes to Personality Clashes

Not all personality clashes result from opposite personalities between parent and child. Here are other factors to consider.

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Be Your Teen’s Role Model

One way to influence your kids is by being a good role model for them.

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Helping Your Teen Learn Selfless Living

One of the biggest challenges parents face is training teens to consider the needs of others over their own needs.

Wonderfully Made

Reassuring children of their distinctiveness helps them to see that it is OK to be different.

Choosing a Family Hobby

How to choose a hobby that the whole family can enjoy

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Anger Busters for Kids

Here are eight ideas to calm your child.

How to Help Your Child Grieve

Tips to help your children through the grieving process.

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Losing Faith

Trusting God amid dashed hopes and dreams

Upset mom talking at her teen daughter who doesn’t care and is turned away and staring off into space

The Right Way to Communicate During Conflict

You’ll be amazed at how easily some arguments are solved after you both feel understood and valued.

Unhealthy Ways to Argue with Your Teen

Four habits to avoid in family disagreements with your teens

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Finding the Best Solution to Any Conflict

Avoid power struggles by getting on the same team as your teen.

Focus on Your Home

Don’t spend all your time trying to shelter your children from the other parent.

childhood sexual development for 13-18 year olds

Childhood Sexual Development for 13-18 Year Olds

Understanding teenagers can be difficult. However, it’s vitally important to cultivate a strong relationship with your teen so you can discuss important topics such sexual development. God designed your teenager with a specific purpose. Help support and encourage them as they discover that purpose and its connection with their sexual development.

Childhood Sexual Development for 9-12 Year Olds

Childhood Sexual Development for 9-12 Year Olds

Even if you’ve followed every rule or principle regarding your child’s sexual development to this point, there are upcoming changes that require your renewed attention and investment in your preteen’s life. God designed your preteen with a specific purpose. Help support and encourage them as they discover that purpose and its connection with their sexual …

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