Do your kids memorize Scripture at home, church or school? Help them practice what they learn with these fun ways to review Bible verses. How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. I have stored up Your word in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:9,11 (ESV) Scripture memory is a wonderful way … [Read more...]
Homemade Catechism: 11 Scriptures for Real Life Parenting Situations
Catechism isn't as widely used as it once was, which I think is a real shame. It's a way of teaching doctrine and Scripture to children in a brief question and answer format. The child memorizes the answers and repeats them back to the teacher or parent when asked. Perhaps you've heard this question and answer before: What is the chief end of man? Man's chief end is to … [Read more...]
1 Corinthians 13 for Parents
Head down, I barreled up the church sidewalk, each foot planted a bit more firmly than normal. I had had all the meltdowns I could take for a Sunday morning, so I passed the screaming three year old to my husband and stormed off. The other two in tow, I marched through the doors with a plastered on smile where we were greeted pleasantly by everyone we saw. Comments of … [Read more...]
Helping Kids Overcome Fear
"Mom, I'm scared." There are few moms and dads who haven't at least once been awakened in the middle of the night by a child's trembling plea for comfort. What's a Christ-following parent to do? How can we help our kids overcome fear? As with most aspects of raising children, there's no quick fix. But I've found these five steps to be helpful as I train my kids to … [Read more...]
10 Commandments of Motherhood
So often we get lost or overwhelmed in all the demands of being a mom. I wouldn't trade the job for the world, but sometimes a mom just needs a break! We also need good advice and guidelines when it comes to being the mom our children need. Over the years I have learned and tried to apply the principles of these "10 Commandments of Motherhood." 1. You shall … [Read more...]
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