Better questions than, “How was your day at school?”

Better questions than, “How was your day at school?”

Has this scenario played out for you before? Parent: “How was your day?” Kid: “Good . . .” (silence) Not the back and forth banter you were looking…


Helping kids find God in the wonder of his creation

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…


Parenting with grace-filled habits: An honest reflection of “Habits of the Household”

Parenting with grace-filled habits: An honest reflection of “Habits of the Household”

Originally published on Denison Forum While reading Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms by Justin Earley,…


Becoming a peaceful parent

Becoming a peaceful parent

I could hear the kids squabbling again and I found myself sighing in frustration. What in the world could they be arguing about now?  I was in the…


3 Character qualities that set your kids up for success

3 Character qualities that set your kids up for success

Like most well-intentioned parents, Dave and I have high hopes for our boys.  We want our sons to grow up to be good men, productive, stable, and…