Tag: Parenting

Eating Disorder Prevention: Preparation and Submission

Eating Disorder Prevention: Preparation and Submission

by | Mar 5, 2025 | | 0 |

Preparation and submission are two key elements of Christian parenting. We plan and strategize how to live faithfully to the Lord, and yet we know we are ultimately dependent upon Him for outcomes. We want to be able to control what happens; we want to keep our kids from sin, temptation, and suffering. There are things we can do to help our kids not develop an eating disorder, for example, but ultimately, we can’t devise fool-proof strategies that guarantee outcomes. So, when it comes to eating disorders, we make prevention plans and we pray for God’s help. Continue Reading →

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Parenting in an AI-Driven World

Parenting in an AI-Driven World

by | Jan 22, 2025 | | 0 |

The biblical imperative for parents is to raise their children in a manner that develops the whole person toward a fear and loving obedience to the Lord. This command transcends generations and cultural moods, promoting faith and the proclamation of the gospel through righteous living (Deut. 6:6-7; Prov. 22:6-7). It requires an intentional and creative commitment to understand the child, the world they live in, and the truth of the gospel that shapes every area and detail of life. Each child and season of life presents unique opportunities and challenges. Continue Reading →

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Parenting in an AI-Driven World

Parenting in an AI-Driven World

by | Jan 22, 2025 | | 0 |

The biblical imperative for parents is to raise their children in a manner that develops the whole person toward a fear and loving obedience to the Lord. This command transcends generations and cultural moods, promoting faith and the proclamation of the gospel through righteous living (Deut. 6:6-7; Prov. 22:6-7). It requires an intentional and creative commitment to understand the child, the world they live in, and the truth of the gospel that shapes every area and detail of life. Each child and season of life presents unique opportunities and challenges. Continue Reading →

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Regrets in Parenting and Bothering Jesus

Regrets in Parenting and Bothering Jesus

by | Oct 24, 2024 | | 0 |

Over the past year, I have dedicated much of my ministry work to parents. I have not sought to provide guidance on how to parent but rather to bring comfort for the many distressing emotions parents experience. One of the more challenging emotions parents experience is regret. When parents struggle with regret, we review and […]
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Helping Siblings Grieve Reproductive Loss

Helping Siblings Grieve Reproductive Loss

by | Oct 18, 2024 | | 0 |

When a child anticipates a new sibling will join the family, and that hope is met with the disappointment of reproductive loss, what should you do? Sharing painful news like miscarriage, stillbirth, or failed adoption with your child will require special wisdom and compassion, so prepare yourself before the conversation. Think about how you want to communicate and pray for God to help you. Continue Reading →

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Three Reminders for Parents of Wayward Children

Three Reminders for Parents of Wayward Children

by | Oct 4, 2024 | | 0 |

In an era when many are choosing not to have children, believers stand out as those who choose to fulfill the creation mandate to “be fruitful and multiply” (Gen. 1:28). When many see children as expensive inconveniences, we regard our children to be a blessing from God (Ps. 127). We have high hopes for our children. Even before we were married, Caroline and I eagerly anticipated the blessing of raising offspring who would serve the Lord. Our first mother, Eve, had similar high hopes for her children. Continue Reading →

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Prepared, Sober-minded, Steadfast Parenting

Prepared, Sober-minded, Steadfast Parenting

by | Jul 1, 2024 | | 0 |

I’m a mom of five. Parenting a passel of children has been the most sanctifying experience for me by a long shot! Parenting in every generation is hard. However, parents seem to be less equipped today than in past generations. I regularly encounter parents steered by their culture, their children, and their passions or those of their children. We need to equip parents to be prepared for the trials of parenting and teach them to be sober-minded and steadfast. 1 Peter is a wonderful place to come alongside parents and help them navigate their vocation in a God-glorifying manner. Continue Reading →

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