Helping kids find God in the wonder of his creation
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the works of his hands” (Psalm 19:1 NIV). “What is the point of sunsets?” asked my…
Helping our kids develop a Biblical worldview through time in nature
Fielding our kids’ constant questions can be downright disorienting, not to mention exhausting. Yet when they come to us with questions about the…
3 principles for effective family discipleship
You've been trying to disciple your kids, but they just won't pay attention. It may feel like you’re trying to get a group of squirrels to sit still…
Can there be two “fun parents” in one house?
In a typical household, one parent is often more serious, organized, and a stickler for rules and routines, while the other is more loose and fun,…
Simple ways to focus on Christ this Easter
Once I heard a youth pastor say that Christmas is like the National Championship and Easter is the Super Bowl of our faith. I think about that every…
Four parenting resolutions for the new year
The more I talk and think about New Year's resolutions, the more I see the divided camps. It seems like people either love them or want nothing to do…
How to help friends parenting a child with special needs
As special-needs parents, the demands our children sometimes require of us cause us to muster up a superhero type of strength and independence. Over…
Making family memories this fall
If you are anything like me, you’ve been anxiously awaiting the day when you can put away your shorts and sundresses and live in cozy sweatshirts and…
Family Camp: a Christian comedy for the whole family
Originally published on Denison Forum The joy of watching a comedy comes from its unexpected nature. We laugh when we're surprised by a well-timed…
