'Please Flush' and Other Obvious Spiritual Reminders
On a recent visit to a large church in Dallas, I noticed this sign in the restroom stall: “Please Flush.” Really? Has it come to that? We actually…
When Your Family Needs a 'Come to Jesus' Meeting
We used to call the family discussions, “Come to Jesus meetings.” I can’t say that we always looked forward to these times, but we were grateful…
Christmas joy
How do you celebrate Christmas morning? Young kids often wake Mom and Dad. Or Mom and Dad might wake or wait on their teens. Christmas morning is a…
Financial Wisdom: Not Just for Parents
With some exceptions, this statement is generally true: Children are as expensive as we allow them to be. Parents need to look for common ground when…
Decide to Discipline: Tweens and Teens
The common advice given to parents with an older child is, “Pick your battles.” That is great advice, but what does it mean? Choosing battles with…
Protecting Children from Parental Anger
Parenting will test every ounce of a person’s self-control, some moments pushing us past our limits. Parents must develop a crucial self-awareness of…
Different Kids—Same Family
Are you just like your siblings? Of course not, and your kids will probably grow up and say the same thing. Most parents of grown children shake…