(I am away on a vacation/study break during the month of July. The posts that appear during the month are from the archives.) “I have no idea what I am supposed to do.” That statement came from a very gifted and intelligent young man who was about to be married. I appreciated his honesty. He… Continue reading How to Grow in Marriage and Parenting
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What Can I Expect from My Marriage and Family?
Some people think that all Christian families have it together. They step inside a church building and see people who they perceive as having it together. In fact, they may assume that these people do not have problems in their marriages or families. Some people wonder how they could ever fit in with such a… Continue reading What Can I Expect from My Marriage and Family?
Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas
Yesterday morning I spoke with Christine, our older daughter. She and her husband, Phillip, are about to have their first baby. She has been reading a number of books on babies, child-rearing, parenting, etc. She referred to several of them in the conversation. Finally at one point, she said, “Do you know the one book… Continue reading Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas
13 Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children
Now here is a recipe for disaster! Of course the last thing that most of want to do is to mess up our children. Yet, we can neglect some basic realities while we rationalize other behaviors. So here it is: “Thirteen Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children.” 1. Break your promises to them regularly. After… Continue reading 13 Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children
So What Do Our Families Value?
Some families seem to value comfort and ease as top priorities. One almost gets the impression that they live by mandates such as: Life should be pain-free and low stress. Something is wrong if there is pain or stress in our lives. My children should not be hurt, frustrated, or denied. Consequently, as a parent,… Continue reading So What Do Our Families Value?
Question: What Would You Have Done Differently?
I have two questions. One is for you if you are a mother. The other is for the rest of us. First question: As a mother, what is one thing you wish you had done differently with your children? Yes, Sunday is Mother’s Day. It is a day for sending cards, giving flowers, and saying… Continue reading Question: What Would You Have Done Differently?