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Cultivating Unity Among Siblings

Today’s culture would like for us to believe that it is normal for siblings to not get along and not like each other. This is readily seen in the media. ...

Everything is Better with a Friend

Does your family create a summer bucket list?My kids gave me a long list of things they want to do once school gets out.It includes going to the zoo, the ...

Helping Your Unique Kids Connect with God's Word

In my years as an elementary music teacher, I caught a glimpse of the variety of ways in which children learn. I knew there were certain kids who connected with ...

What Should You Do When Your Kids Can’t Fall Asleep?

Have you ever had one of those days when you’re physically exhausted after a full day of activity yet you simply cannot fall asleep? You crawl into your cozy bed ...

Conquer the Battle of Bedtime with Young Children

Bedtime… how can one word evoke so many different emotions? Joy — because your job of parenting is done for the day and you finally have a few moments to ...

Helping Kids Navigate Change and Uncertainty

As adults, we know nothing is guaranteed and that change is inevitable. While we may be disappointed, many of us make the most of it and move on trusting that ...

Our Favorite Kids' Books for Spring

What does Spring bring? Sunshine, warmth, flowers in bloom…and a ton of great books for kids! Whether snuggling up and reading with your little one or encouraging the growing young ...

How the Super Hero Craze Can Point Your Kids to Christ

I was at the craft store this week and noticed Wonder Woman washi tape. Washi tape, seriously. Super hero mania is literally everywhere.As parents, we want to hook our kids ...

The Supreme Importance of Delight

Here is something that may surprise you: parents who think the primary importance of reading is to be successful in school are less likely to have kids who enjoy reading ...

5 Things To Focus On With Our Children During Easter

Much like a disorganized closet, our children’s journey of faith can look cluttered and messy. We would love it if our children came to faith in Christ as young boys ...

Adored: God’s Plan – Wait for It

God’s PlanAnd we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. — Romans 8:28Great, God ...

Raising Kids to be Super Heroes for God

Before we were born, God lovingly envisioned us in His mind’s eye. He created us for a purpose. He crafted special plans for each of our lives (Jeremiah 1:5, 29:11; ...

Raising Passionate Jesus Followers: Goals versus Values

No one can, without renouncing the world in the most literal sense, observe my method; and there are few, if any, that would entirely devote about twenty years of the ...

Calming a Wild Child

Many think they will be a perfect parents… until they have kids of their own. Or until they begin to raise the more difficult, unpredictable, wild child. For my husband ...

Four Truths to Help Our Kids Learn to Follow Jesus Well

I practically tackled my husband when he walked through the door. Earlier in the evening I had almost finished Bible time with my kids when my then four-year old son ...

Creating a Culture of Creativity in Your Home

With thought and careful planning, we can create a culture in our homes where creativity can thrive.When my husband and I set out to write a family mission statement, the ...

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Free Christmas Bible Study!

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Advent isn't just about waiting... let's get ready for Christmas with a fresh sense of anticipation! Join this short 4-week study and get access to 4 study videos with Christine Caine and Lisa Harper and other Advent resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 12/2.