If we were to stop and scan the scriptures for advice on parenting, one of the themes that would stick out is that God is concerned about the state of our hearts, rather than simply behavior modification.
Behavior & Discipline
How to help kids live faithfully in a land of plenty
What’s interesting about nature and nurture in child development is that they are both significantly impacted by the way God made us.
Parenting That Encourages Normal Social and Behavioral Development Through Different Ages and Stages
As our children grow through different stages of their life, there are many things we can do as parents to encourage positive social and behavioral development.
Sibling conflict is unavoidable. It’s just part of life with young humans whose “life-giving skills are still developing,” Cartmell explains. But that conflict can have benefits.
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Table of contentsLiving with Your Family in Close QuartersHitting the Pause ButtonGrace – An Undeserved GiftShowing GraceWhen Real Life HitsGo To Your ClosetFrom Frustration to Authentic CommunicationFocus on the Opportunity Living with Your Family in Close Quarters So here you are, at home with your family in close quarters. Your …
Sometimes letting kids make mistakes can be the best help a parent can give.
Help your teen develop the skills needed to make and keep friends
How learned helplessness develops in families
What is vaping and is it dangerous? Parents can find the help they are looking for.
Unconditional love coupled with positive discipline is helpful for raising healthy resilient kids.
The emotional health of children in our culture may be declining. Here’s what you can do for your kids.
Kids don’t have the same coping mechanism as adults, so parents need to help them learn those tools.
Anger in kids may be confusing, because parents don’t always understand where it’s coming from or how to resolve it.
Establishing expectations and executing them with love can help you tame a young child’s negative behavior.
If you want your kids to stop whining, teasing and bickering, you need to better understand what your kids’ words say about their hearts.
Guide your child toward healthier responses to everyday challenges
Learn how to teach your kids seven essential manners so they will grow in their social skills.
Help young child understand how to work through their emotions instead of screaming or throwing tantrums.
What do you do when your toddler acts out? Try these four successful ways to get through these trying times and perhaps avoid a meltdown—both yours and your toddler’s.
