Funny Father’s Day Ideas He’ll Love
Looking to mix things up a bit this Father’s Day? Here’s a little idea you might find appealing! In general, most men are fond of…
-
-
Single Mom Father’s Day: Finding Hope in Your Heavenly Father
Father’s Day brings joy for many as they package gifts of appreciation, make stacks of pancakes or plan a day of fun together as a…
-
Teaching Our Children to Honor Their Father
Father’s Day was approaching, and we had gathered with several families we know well to celebrate the fathers together. We’ve had a longstanding tradition to take…
-
Courage: the Backbone of Character
If we were to write a classified ad for a parent, one of the parts of the job description would be character building. It is…
-
Six Tips for Raising Kids Who Will Still Go to Church as Adults
The stats are scary. Seventy to 90 percent of kids who attended an evangelical church will stop attending church by age 18 (here’s an excellent…
-
Fear Came to Live at My House Today
Fear came to live at my house this week. Not irrational fear, but reasonable, understandable fear. My son, like so many children, has a form…
-
The Joy of Spring
Today is the first 75-degree day of the year. I’m typing this post from our picnic table, my kids are playing in the yard, and…
-
Grace Received – Grace Offered
I just did everything you are not supposed to do when disciplining a child. I’m too embarrassed to share what I said, did and felt….
-
Ideas For Fun-Challenged Moms
I had a mom come to me and ask, “How can I teach myself to have fun with my children?” Initially I was taken aback…
-
Dropping Nets and Catching Blessings
I’m a picture person. A visual learner. I understand things better if I can get a picture of it in my head. Today God gave…
