Is pursuing our passions during parenthood selfish?
Becoming a parent is one of the most life altering things that we experience. It is a beautiful, fun-filled journey, but it also comes with much…
6 ways to raise boys who feel
Parents, we have a problem. It’s about our sons. My two young boys love to wrestle. They love to play Army, Avengers, and wear superhero costumes.…
Do your feet match your talk?: Teaching our kids to serve and be generous
Growing up, my dad giving away the very shoes on his feet was not uncommon in my household. When I was a child, I remember someone saying, “Homer, I…
We Should Be Letting Our Kids Face Rejection Early On
As a parent, one of my biggest struggles is seeing my kids get hurt. Whether it’s physical or emotional, it cuts me to my core. I think most parents…
Happily forever after
Today we have the pleasure of featuring Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. and New York Times bestselling…
13 ways to build resilience in your children
As a kid, were you raised to explore, take small risks, and learn from your mistakes (like jumping from a tree might cause a broken arm)? If so, you…
What does it mean to steward our gifts well?
Whether you realize it or not, you were given a gift at birth. Admittedly, in some cases (here’s lookin’ at you, Beyonce), you were given many…
Give grace, for goodness’ sake
Enter grace One day last week, the woman in front of us at the grocery store was taking for . . . ev . . . er. After the cashier scanned a…
Three Reasons Why I am a “Judgy Mom” and Three Ways to Stop
This is embarrassing, but I’m just going to say it. I judge people. I know it isn’t culturally acceptable. I know it isn’t trending on Twitter.…