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Raising Genuine Christ-Followers

Is there anything more important to raising genuine Christ-followers than taking our kids to church? If we’re there every time the doors are open will our kids grow up to be Bible-believing, faithful, engaged believers? What is the secret to … Continue reading

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Raising a Daughter Who Shines: 6 Tips for Parents of Girls

“But if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask of God—who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly— and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith without doubting. For a doubter is like the surging … Continue reading

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Surviving Your Child’s Sports Years (without becoming a screaming banshee)

  For most parents, watching their child or teen play sports is an exercise in stress management. There are moments of joy, accomplishment and celebration, of course, but there’s frustration, as well. Most parents want their kid to play—and play … Continue reading

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Allowing Your Teen to Navigate Their Own Heartache and Disappointment.

  Wow, mothering can be tough! Can I get an “Amen?” It’s a fine line we walk between allowing our teenagers to grow and mature and intervening in order to make things easier for them. It hurts to see our … Continue reading

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Teens and Movies: What’s the Big Deal?

Does it really matter what movies your teenager goes to see?  I mean, what does movie viewing have to do with your teen’s Christian faith and walk? And should you, as the parent, have the final say in what they see? Not … Continue reading

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