Isaiah 9:6 says, "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given…and He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Did you know this prophecy was written over 700 years before [...]
As parents, I believe we’re called to be watchmen. Ezekiel 33:7 says, “I have made you a watchman for the people.” In Ezekiel’s time, watchmen warned people of danger, and that’s our role too—especially when our adult kids have rejected [...]
You’ve heard the song “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” right? It’s true for some, but not for others—especially for those divorced or for some foster parents. It can be terribly lonely. As a stepparent, it was the [...]
Modern conveniences like cell phones, computers, and tablets are supposed to give us more leisure time, right? But, in reality, technology simply raises everyone’s expectations for speed and availability. What about family time—at least one night a week that we’re [...]
We men don’t like to move into uncomfortable situations. We don’t like to look silly or embarrassed. We’d much rather watch TV than move toward the needs of our wives and kids. We’re passive. That’s nothing new. Genesis 3:6 says [...]
Thanksgiving! It’s one of my favorite holidays of the year. It’s celebrated in many countries. Here in the U.S., it’s the fourth Thursday in November. As a parent, what are you thankful for? I’d love to hear your Thanksgiving comments, [...]
Bitterness. Yes, our kids can be bitter. Why? Maybe divorce has hit our homes, or death, or maybe they’re dealing with a less-than-perfect body that kids tease and torment. A lot of times, it’s middle school when all this anger [...]
Do you want your child to be wealthy, healthy, happily married, live close to you, and help you in your old age? Well, none of these goals are evil in and of themselves. But, sometimes, the good can elbow out [...]
Paul, in the book of Ephesians, encourages wives to submit and show respect to their husbands. The Apostle Peter says a similar thing in 1 Peter. Now, that doesn’t mean that women are less valuable to God. Want your husbands [...]
While it's important to be fair, we can’t treat all of our kids the same way. They're all different. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go” (NKJV). “In the way he should go” means the unique way God has made each one of [...]