Parenting

Fathers carry a lot of responsibility. From providing for their families to keeping things in working order, fathers tend to carry the world's weight on their shoulders. This Father's Day, let's be sensitive to the dads who just need a break.

How do we accomplish rest, when we still have kids running around, all with needs that still must be met? We make rest a priority! Here are a few ideas on how to prioritize a chance for you to recharge over those sweet summer months.

These prayers cover the moments you didn’t see coming: the fear, the tears, and the beautiful chaos of new motherhood.

Feeling heartbroken over a wayward child? You’re not alone—and there’s hope. This powerful article reminds parents that God’s love reaches farther than rebellion. With biblical wisdom and raw encouragement, it calls you to keep praying, keep loving, and never give up—because God hasn’t.

Raising godly children starts with one choice: living like Jesus. Here’s how fathers can lead with love, devotion, and daily faith.

College visits aren’t just about academics—they’re about alignment with God’s purpose. Here’s how to choose a school that helps your teen thrive.

 If we are going to be honest and understand this proverb, then we must acknowledge that God’s love for us is proven by his discipline just as your love for your child is proven in the same way. This is the truth behind spare the rod hate your child in Proverbs 13:24.

Single motherhood is tough no matter the season. But something about the summer brings many challenges, especially when juggling work, childcare, and the ever-present urge to have endless fun in the sun. Summer is great, in theory. But for many single moms, there’s an unspoken pressure to give the kids the best summer of their lives every year, especially when feeling guilty for not being able to “do” as much for their children compared to nuclear families.

The enemy is hard at work, misleading our children in an already hyper-sexualized society with messages about their bodies, love, and marriage. His approach is nothing new, but where the messages were once a bit more subtle, they are now glaringly obvious, blatantly going against God's Word (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Rather than honoring their body as a holy temple, there are endless questions about their gender, pressures to seek sinful pleasures, and temptations to lust after ideal body images or partake in sexual relations that go outside of God's plan.

When Lilo, a grieving Hawaiian girl, prays for a true friend, heaven answers in the most unexpected way—a chaos-loving alien who teaches her what “Ohana” really means. This heartwarming live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch echoes biblical themes of family, redemption, and faithful love that never gives up. Here are 3 things parents should know about the film! 

How do we teach our kids about the sacrifices made that we honor on this, the day of being "off" school and work, the day of hamburgers and hotdogs, of running through sprinklers, or taking out the boat to go fishing, etc. The paradox is rather startling when you stop to think about it. Our freedom to enjoy a day of life, came at the cost of another's life.

When spouses share similar values, it creates cohesion and unity within the marriage, fostering a sense of common purpose and direction.

Praying for your kids, yourself, (as well as opposing teams and their parents, coaches, and referees) is a great way to demonstrate faith that God is interested in all aspects of your family’s life.

Co-parenting after divorce is often painful and complex, but with prayer, strong communication, clear boundaries, ongoing forgiveness, and a willingness to surrender control to God, it can become a peaceful and effective partnership for the well-being of your children.

Discover why motherhood is far more than “just” a role—it’s a sacred, soul-shaping calling that echoes God’s redemptive plan and leaves an eternal legacy.

The Bible, though often overlooked in this context, is rich with stories of complex stepfamilies whose challenges and triumphs closely mirror those of modern blended families, offering timeless wisdom, hope, and guidance for navigating their unique dynamics with God's help.

Too often we hear about couples who begin to struggle and find their marriages in a fragile place. Well, I am here to share with you eight ways kids will change your marriage, for the better.

A solid, unified married couple creates a strong family. While dividing parents in the short term may gain a child a short-term request, it is healthier for the parents to be combined in the long term.

Lest you be another phone-dependent statistic, here are ten signs you may be addicted to your phone and how to kick the habit:

To help kids put their phones down during church, parents can set clear boundaries, offer engaging alternatives, involve the whole family in worship, model healthy phone habits, use positive reinforcement, and have open conversations about the importance of faith and presence.