My daughter's teacher asked her to participate in an event. When my daughter sent me a text asking for my thoughts, I started typing my response immediately. Then I paused. Delete...delete...delete. My role as a parent is to guide my children to think for themselves and make wise, biblically sound decisions. As a teenager, if I continually ...
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Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6:7
From Pages to Hearts: Finding the Best Children’s Bible for Your Child
Have you ventured into the world of children's Bibles on Amazon or Christianbook.com? The sheer multitude of options can be overwhelming - paraphrase Bibles, picture Bibles. story Bibles, and theme Bibles, just to name a few. Yet the burning question remains: Which Bible is the perfect fit for my child? The answer hinges on both your ...
HOW TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR GOALS
Here's some great news: Today begins a new year with 366 days of opportunity in it. Yep, 2024 is a Leap Year.Here's some not-so-great news: According to Forbes.com, only 8% of people achieve their New Year's resolution goals. This statistic attempts to evaporate my hopes of carrying a goal to fruition. So how can you and ...
My Christmas Prayer for You
During this Christmas Season, May You Find... Love that never fails, never grows weary, and that has no end - the love that satisfies. Joy - the unspeakable kind that can only be understood deep inside, because it is a joy so deep, that every sorrow should come to pass. Peace inside out - peace that grants you serenity to hear the tender ...
Unwrapping Joy: Choosing Contentment over Comparison
How easy it is to get wrapped up in the holiday comparisons. I struggle every year. My house isn’t beautiful enough. Did you see her tree?The gifts I've chosen won't be what people want. They will think I don't listen to them well enough to know what they want and like. Other families have better traditions than we do. They ...
Thriving Amidst Differing Spiritual Beliefs in Marriage
Do you long to raise children with strong faith, but your spouse doesn't seem to share your vision? It's a common challenge in many Christian families and it can feel disheartening. However, there's hope in navigating these differences with grace and understanding. ▼ Jump to Listen to Episode #46: Thriving Amidst Differing ...
Discovering Life Lessons from The Prince of Egypt: The Musical {Giveaway}
This weekend I had the opportunity to preview the new The Prince of Egypt: The Musical. Choreography. Amazing.Singing. Breathtaking.Visual Effect. Stunning. This live performance by the West End's Dominion Theatre in London was powerful. Yet, it left me pondering if there was more than mere entertainment—perhaps a deeper lesson that ...
Navigating Grumpiness: Finding Gratitude Amidst the Hard
Ever feel like you're walking through life with a perpetual frown? Are you tired of how your grumpy attitude is impacting your relationships, especially within your family? You're not alone. Grumpiness is an emotion that can easily take over our lives, especially when life becomes a bit challenging and weariness sets in. However, allowing ...
All Things Thanksgiving Week
It's a busy week for many, filled with travel to visit family or hosting loved ones at home. The demands and pressures of parenthood escalate during these times, but fear not! ABCJesusLovesMe has got you covered with fantastic resources and ideas to not just endure but flourish this holiday week. (Also learn how you can work for ...
A Parent’s Crucial Role in Teaching Sin and Redemption
We talk to our children about sharing, being kind, and taking turns. But how often do we talk to our children about sin and redemption? I recently received a heartwarming email from a listener who was encouraged by our Parenting to Impress podcast. She sought insights on discussing sin with her children without casting a shadow of doom and ...