Reapproaching purity culture as a parent
When we talk about “purity culture” in the Church, it’s often followed by stories of hurt, anger, and regret. So, what is purity culture, and why…
Learning to trust God with your adult children
Bible verses about trusting God are not in short supply. As believers, we know the wisdom and truth behind placing our trust in God rather than…
5 ways to talk about faith with teenagers during the Olympics
Despite all odds, the 2020 Olympic Games are happening now in Tokyo. The irony of the “2020” Games taking place in 2021 is not lost on the young…
A word to parents of college-bound kids
I will be honest—this is a hard one for me to write. Why? Because it is just a little bit too real life. It is easy to write about seasons past or…
How the discipline of Sabbath rest saved my daughter’s life
“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy” (Exodus 20:8 ESV). My daughter, Megan, is a senior in college and struggles with perfectionism and…
Unexpected and blessed: Surprises in Scripture and life
Nine years ago, my husband and I welcomed into our lives an unexpected blessing that has forever changed our lives. Our daughter found her…
Independent dependents: The faith of your grown children
I remember the moment like it was yesterday. I was standing on the porch of my house holding my five-day-old son. My husband was back at work, and…
The danger of parenting with tunnel vision
How often do you get stuck in parenting? Maybe your toddler is refusing to go to bed night after night and you’re at a loss for what to do. Maybe…
Driving away
Everyone has experienced that moment as a parent. It’s the moment when we drop off our child at school, or with a friend, and look in the rearview…