Three truths about Christian community
The desire to connect with others consumed my thoughts as I played with my toddler at our apartment’s playground late one summer afternoon. My…
Shaping Christian virtue through reading aloud
Stories have power When my husband and I had three young boys under the age of four, I discovered the captivating effect of books and reading aloud.…
Six ways to help your kids discover God’s glory
The word “glory” is mentioned more than 500 times in Scripture. God’s glory is the very essence of who God is; it’s his character. Glory is what sets…
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,…
Accepting help in motherhood
I balanced a small box of baby clothes on top of my bump and stretched to reach the remaining box on the floor. “Bethany!” I heard my grandmother’s…
Four ways to grow in patience as a parent
Ever felt like you just can’t stop losing it on your kids? Me too. And after a lot of years parenting and coaching families, I’ve realized we can…
Four truths about childhood for grandparents to embrace
Vacation requests were approved and tickets bought. Beds were ready and the refrigerator was stocked. Finally, the day came! Our three grandchildren…
The two nonnegotiables in our house
Key Verse: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another” (John 13:34 NIV). I’m the middle kiddo of…
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,…