Carrying the invisible load can get too heavy when we lose sight of our connection with who brings the sparkle to begin with.
Everyday Parenting
The world may tell us that we need to live up to certain expectations of perfection. God’s expectations look entirely different. It’s important that, as mothers, we focus on His ideals of perfection in our lives, and not the world’s. Focusing on Him can bring us peace and direction as we mother our children.
Do you feel like your life is mostly chaos? You have an opportunity to overcome neglectful parenting habits to build a strong foundation for your kids and family.
Does the permissive parenting style work? Learn more about the practical side of this parenting style and its potential risks and pitfalls.
Does the authoritative parenting style work? Learn more about how this parenting style equips you to discipline and lead your kids well.
You’ve got this, Mom! Remember, what you’re doing is important, even when you feel like a failure.
How often have you heard the adage, “Spare the rod; spoil the child?‚”used in conversations about spanking? Keep reading to learn more about the origin of this phrase and its impact on discipline.
Shopping for 4-8 year olds can be the most fun. You can make this year’s Christmas gifts meaningful as well.
Forgiveness didn’t come easily after our divorce.
I can’t remember a day that there wasn’t some kind of “learning lesson” going on in our home. But most of those lessons didn’t involve sitting down and doing homework. Instead, my mom employed active ways to help us learn how to learn.
Are you a bad parent? Tim Hawkins weighs in and humorously dances around that question until he comes to a realization about parenting.
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes It was a breezy afternoon in the summer of 2020. Protests against the murder of George Floyd engulfed the nation, belying the tranquil sunshine. Riots notwithstanding, I led an all-Black congregation to spend the afternoon in warm fellowship with several white families from a nearby Mennonite church. Our differences were …
Summer activities build memories and relationships for kids
Enjoy the happy chaos of raising children who are close together in age.
Michael W. Smith has been called a Grammy winner, American Music Award winner, Dove Award winner, artist of the year, songwriter of the year, producer of the year and Smitty. But his favorite title just might be G-Daddy. That’s what Michael’s 11 grandchildren call him.
What is rebellion, why is my teen struggling, and what can I do to help?
Each mom’s journey through the stages of motherhood will look slightly different. Mothers, overall, tend to handle certain things in each stage of their child’s life in certain ways. Those tendencies can be helpful as we journey through each stage of our child’s life
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5
Dolphin, Elephant, Free-range? Why settle for just one?
Pros and cons of home schools