Promise and provision in the desert
As we care for our children with special needs we can experience the highest highs and the lowest lows. We can have moments of triumph and victory as…
Praying for wisdom in raising our children
As I sit here surrounded by the sweet innocent laughter of my children, I’m reminded that there are times in life when all seems right with the…
What if it’s a Category 5? Finding hope in time of crisis
A friend of mine asked me about handling crises with a big picture perspective. And the truth is, sometimes worst-case scenarios do come true.…
Trusting God with our kids
As parents, our instinct compels us to protect and guard our children from any harm. Whether it’s harm that might come through rejection, failure, or…
Talking to your high schooler about sex
Purity is not an accomplishment. It is primarily a relationship with the one who is Pure: Jesus. The pursuit of purity is marked by prayer,…
Talking to your middle schooler about sex
At its root, “conversation” means to “turn with” or “dwell with.” It’s not about crafting the perfect moment to have a one-time, high-pressure sex…
Talking to your elementary aged child about sex
“Because of the society we live in, the consequences of avoiding these conversations far outweigh the consequences of giving too much information…
When should I start talking to my kids about sex?
“When should I start talking to my kids about sex?” We always answer that question with another question—When does the world start talking to your…