The Bible tells us in Ephesians 6:1 “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.” As parents, we know we need to teach our children to obey – but how do we do that? One training tool … Read More
As a Contact Mom, I often tout the advantages that structure and routine can bring to one’s day, both for parents and children alike. And while I often share this with my words, it probably hasn’t inspired hordes of people … Read More
The Ezzos continue their reflections on making a marriage that will last a lifetime. 8. God is God alone One’s spouse is never a substitute for God. This was such an important part of our relationship to learn and … Read More
What makes for a great marriage that endures the test of time? The Ezzos share their wisdom on how to keep a Christ-centered marriage going strong: A moment in time Every marriage relationship has that “moment in time’ … Read More
One of the best teachings my hubby and I ever learned from GrowingFamilies.Life involved how to conquer whining (okay, so we probably didn’t completely conquer it, but did have the tools to minimize its presence in our home). Children … Read More
Some moms who read this blog might just be trying to get through their days. They are even asking themselves, “What is structure? And where do I start?” Structure is not something that is one-size-fits-all. I have always appreciated … Read More
When my grandma passed away last year, we read a favorite Bible passage of hers from Ecclesiastes 3, which begins, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Parenting is like a magnifying glass … Read More
Happy New Year! It’s that season where we make plans, dream dreams, and promise, “This year will be different!” How do you want to make this year great? Have a daily quiet time? Eat better? Exercise consistently? Stay within … Read More
It happens to all of us. Whether we like it or not, whether we’re anticipating it or dreading it, it happens: we get older. When it happens, there can be excitement and reminiscence mixed with tinges of sadness, … Read More
Our children were toddlers and preschoolers when we first heard the idea of building a family record of God’s faithfulness with tangible reminders of stories from our lives. This idea came from the Growing Kids God’s Way segment, Memorials, and … Read More
Joy to world, the Lord has come! We all love to sing this song at Christmas and what a joyous time of year it is. The theme in my home at Christmas is JOY! I like to challenge the … Read More
A green wreath, 3 purple candles, 1 pink candle, and 1 white candle. Eternal life through Christ and an abundant life here and now, hope, faith, joy, peace, and the purity of Christ. These are the symbols and meanings … Read More