Trusting God with our children by stepping back in full faith
As parents ingrained with the need to protect our children at all costs, it can feel impossible to take a step back and allow them to struggle…
Overcoming the spirit of fear with children
“What do you want the judge to decide in court tomorrow?” my daughter asked. “Whatever God wants, I want.” “But what do you think will happen?” “I…
Helping our children with the “worries”
Bad things happen. And our children know it. To be fair, they know it to greater or lesser degrees depending upon their age, maturity, exposure to…
The practice of giving thanks at all times
I grew up with the saying, “practice makes perfect.” As I raised my children, this phrase evolved into “practice makes progress.” I guess the shift…
Mothering by faith—not fear
There’s nothing like the moment you first hold your baby. As you caress their tiny fingers and count their tiny toes, a holy awe settles around you.…
Overcoming fear in our parenting
Our imagination can be used against us Perhaps you can relate to my vivid imagination when it comes to fear? I read Scarlet Hiltibidal’s Afraid of…
‘Meet them with Jesus’: Responding Biblically to Our Kids’ Problems
When people ask me what’s the best parenting advice I’ve been given, I never know what to say because I have the amazing privilege of hearing so…
Super Heroes and Scaredy Squirrels
In my mind, I really do want to be Wonder Woman—the greatest superheroine ever. As a young girl, I was enamored by Lynda Carter with all……
9 Books to Prepare You and Your Child for Middle School
My family embarked on the middle school adventure last year with some trepidation. We were already riding the emotional roller coaster of adolescence…
