The motherhood myth of Mary Poppins
My boys were five, three, and a baby when I walked into my mother-in-law’s kitchen. There was Anna, up early, making a big breakfast, chatting with…
Six ways to memorize scripture with kids
The Bible is God's way of talking with his kids. The Creator of the universe wants to talk with his children. The more we read it, the more we know…
The painful truth about our child’s pain
I had stopped praying other than to occasionally tell God how mad I was at him. I was still a believer, worshiped on Sunday mornings, trusted my soul…
Finding abundant life in our shifting circumstances
Fatima tugged her red scarf over her hair as she prepared a rice dish for lunch. She was the only Christian among a family of Muslims. Fatima hadn’t…
Do I force my child to go to church?
On Sunday mornings you can find me serving in the children’s ministry. This past Sunday, I watched as a mom literally pulled her child into the…
Three ways to help your child manage emotions
"Stop crying!" "You're overreacting." "There's nothing to be so upset about." "Why don't you just calm down?" Every parent has said things like…
Ten tips for introducing your child to worship
Worship the Lord with gladness (Psalm 100:2, NLT) My husband and I served as copastors for thirty years, so when our three children came along, they…
3 ways to guide your children to emotional wholeness
It felt like the world was falling apart around me. I had just gotten home from a long day of seeing clients, and all I wanted was a shower,…
Intentionally blessing others this Mother’s Day
It’s coming, Moms! The day we’ve been waiting for. The day set aside for mothers to be honored, celebrated, and yes, even a little spoiled. You may…
