Blog for Christian Families, Parenting, & Marriage

Last time I checked my calendar, summer does not officially end until September 21! There’s still one month left to enjoy carefree days and lazy afternoons outside–even if just on ...

Have you ever pondered about how to pray for your kids’ friendships? Or have you ever given thought to how God wired us for relationships?In the beginning of time, God ...

How can we encourage our children to make a difference at school this year?As a parent, I want to ensure that I’m not just sending my kids off on this ...

Join me and some of my fellow Tommy Nelson Mommies as we co-host a Tommy Nelson Twitter party all about Back to School on August 20 at 8 pm CST/9 ...

Family bonding can take place anywhere, but when it takes place in the kitchen, something magical happens.Besides rearranging furniture, some of my son Jackson’s other favorite “toys” are the rice ...

When it comes to modesty for girls, sometimes it’s hard to know as a parent exactly where to draw the line.I am raising three little ladies with my husband. We ...

Today’s parents believe that for any behavior problem, there is a right method or technique that will solve it. Indeed, it’s important that you select your approach to a behavior ...

Choosing to homeschool your children is not a decision to take lightly. Homeschooling is hard work and requires parents who are ready and willing to take on the full burden ...

Smart kids are more likely to make smart money decisions!Ultimately school choice for our children starts by creating a home environment that’s dedicated to learning.Instilling in our children a passion ...

It’s time to start thinking about making the shift from the lazy days of summer to the more organized schedule of fall. I always hate to say goodbye to the ...

Have you ever wondered why allowances don’t work?We don’t believe in paying a child simply for being part of a family. We’ve seen too many grown kids who received paychecks ...

Do you ever wonder if your child will be one of the casualties of the current adolescent culture?Do you worry that while you have had the skills to get your ...

The new school year is upon us and at my house, we’re ready to get back in our normal routine! Whether you send your kids off to school or homeschool ...

Mother’s Day.Father’s Day.Grandparents’ Day.I’ll have to admit, when I heard about Parents’ Day, which is today, I thought it was just another chance for greeting card companies to make some ...

A few years ago, I started making a book for my kids of the photos I took on summer vacation. They treasure them and frequently pull them out to reminisce ...

Have you ever wondered how to hear God’s voice above the noise of daily life?Sometimes we hear people say, “God told me such-and-such,” and we secretly wonder, How did you ...