Christian parenting inspiration
Blessings
Thanks to Laura Story for sharing this beautiful and challenging song that expresses something I have reflected on for several years now.
Christian parenting inspiration
There is hope, Marshall.
My good friend and pastor, Hans Googer, recently posted about his affinity for the music of both Eminem and Andrew Peterson, strongly noting that Peterson sings about the answer to Slim Shady’s ongoing angst and problems. Well, Marshall, just in case you missed Hans’ post, I’ll share here the Peterson Read more…
manhood
Parenting Like You Mean It! gut check time.
Picking right up where we left off… On Sunday morning Chemaine wasn’t feeling well, so Shep and I headed off to church in my truck. Father-son time with our church family. Worshiping God, studying His Word, building relationships, good coffee, fun play – should be great! In the midst of Read more…
parenting encouragement
Time for some PRESENCE!
I hope you had the pleasure of sharing Christmas with your family this year. Sharing gifts with our children – watching their joy erupt as they rip open presents and try out new toys and games – is a rich gift from God. I am thankful He blessed me with Read more…
dynamics of adolescence
The Gift of Limits – Screen Style
Here’s a little Christmas idea for your kids this year…give them the gift of limits on their screen time. Don’t expect them to jump for joy and sing your praises as if you just bought them the latest greatest video game. But then, good parenting isn’t all about having our Read more…
dynamics of adolescence
More Freedom Than They Can Handle – For FREE!
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fr4AvmQfHFU[/youtube] Really? REALLY?!! Alright, this one is going to kick some shins and draw some backlash, but that’s how I roll. Before you rush out to pick out a cell phone for your pre-teen, ask your self a few simple questions: 1. How old were you when you got your Read more…
teen media issues
Connection Overload!
Great article from today’s Greater Baton Rouge Business Report! And if you want some practical tips on cutting down screen time in your household, check out this great website / organization.
dynamics of adolescence
Bully
(Thanks to WAFB Channel 9 for inviting me to share this message with their viewers!) Click here to watch WAFB bullying interview with Dr. Butner Q. Is bullying becoming a worse problem in our society today? If so, why? A. YES! It is clearly becoming a growing epidemic among us. Read more…
Christian parenting inspiration
God moving in song
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parenting encouragement
Having the Tough Talks: SEX
Hoping you can somehow forever avoid talking to your kids about sex? You aren’t alone. But you also need to face your fears, say a prayer, dig deep, and dive in with your kids. You may want to start with this post about having the Tough Talks with kids. As Read more…