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Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Parenting

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The Insidious Online World Of Counterfeit Christianity

Are you teaching your kids to recognize false gospels?

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How Do I Talk to My 14 to 18 Year Olds About Sex?

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Many of us cringe at the thought of ‘the talk.’ Whether we think back on our own experiences, reflect on our parents’ awkward style discuss the ‘birds and the bees,’ or consider how we’ll talk to our own teenagers, healthy conversations about sex seem like an impossible task. Yet, teenagers …

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Does Your Family Live Successfully On The R.O.C.K.S.?

How can you make discipline a reality in your family? It doesn’t happen overnight. Explore a few guiding principles to help implement important discipline steps in your family.

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How to Overcome Mom Guilt: Steps for Faithful Christian Parenting

We desire what’s best for our children. That’s why we’re distressed when they hurt or make unhealthy choices.

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What to Do When Young Kids Masturbate

On the scale of uncomfortable things to talk about with your young kids; masturbation hovers around the top. But as awkward as it is, ignoring the topic won’t make it go away.

Help Your Kids Love People Of Different Cultures

One of the greatest legacies you can leave your children is the gift of cross-cultural confidence and competency. The journey will not only transform their hopes and goals, but the way they live and love.

Five Ways Christian Families Can Bridge Racial and Political Divides

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes It was a breezy afternoon in the summer of 2020. Protests against the murder of George Floyd engulfed the nation, belying the tranquil sunshine. Riots notwithstanding, I led an all-Black congregation to spend the afternoon in warm fellowship with several white families from a nearby Mennonite church. Our differences were …

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How To Explain Happy Juneteenth To Your Child

In addition to the history, it is important for parents to remind their children that freedom comes from God and is the natural state of mankind. When freedom is taken—as in the case of slavery—or when it is hindered—as in the case of segregation—people of honor and courage must rise up and fight against injustice.

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God’s Love

Children best grasp the reality of God’s love when they experience it at home.

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How To Protect Your Kids From Sexual Assault At Summer Camp

Unfortunately, summer camp environments do not guarantee your children’s complete safety. We want to come alongside your family as you prepare to send your children to summer camp so they can be safe and enjoy their time away.

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You Are (Not) Enough: Finding Self-Worth in Christ

It’s our nature to look for our identity out there, but our true identity can only come from being in Christ.

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Don’t Panic When You Hear ‘I Don’t Think I Believe’

Have your teens expressed doubts about their faith? Instead of panicking, help them work through their doubts — questions and concerns — to strengthen their faith.

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Helping Teens Caught in Mass Violence

Consider ways to come alongside kids who have faced a life-threatening situation that stems from the misguided actions of another person.

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Better Ways To Behave When I’m Angry With My Children

Why do we get so upset with our kids? Break free from the habit of angry, reactionary parenting.

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Single Mom Parenting Pitfalls Need Grit And Wisdom

Develop consistency in your day-to-day activities, especially during the chaos of joint custody.

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Time To Bridge The Competitive Rift That Divides Moms

What would it look like if we loved other Moms, as Jesus loved us, instead of taking out a measuring stick?

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Parenting: Take This Job And Love It

Five simple tips will help you thrive as a parent. 

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No More Enabling Your Adult Child In Looming Crisis

It’s not easy to stay strong when a crisis occurs.

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Summer Activities

Summer activities build memories and relationships for kids

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Help Your Child Unlock Better Health Through Gratitude

Gratitude rescues us from the trap of negative thinking and helps us enjoy life more. It is an essential trait for parents to develop in their children as they lead them toward a thriving faith.