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15 Dec 2019

A Kingdom Principle that Brings LIFE to your Family

Is it possible for siblings to be best friends? We think so. The number one tool we learned from Growing Kids God’s Way that fostered this friendship and has continued their friendship into adulthood is Repentance – Forgiveness – Restoration … Read More

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11 Dec 2019

How to Get Out of the Pit – Repentance, Forgiveness, and Restoration, Part 2

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Heart Training, Moral Training, Parenting from The Tree of Life | 0

In my first blog, I defined the process of repentance, forgiveness, and restoration. Now I’d like to explain how we taught this process to our children. What you will need: 1 black trash bag 1 white trash bag Red construction … Read More

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4 Dec 2019

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Restoration, Part 1

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Heart Training, Moral Training, Parenting from The Tree of Life | 0

Conflicts are a normal part of family life. With four boys at home, resolving conflict was a regular occurrence at our house. I found that teaching my children to reconcile their differences biblically was the number one way that I … Read More

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20 Oct 2019

Tethering Hearts

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Child Training | 0

Do you ever wonder if you hold your child’s heart? Or worry that you don’t? As parents, one of our biggest desires is to know that our teaching and wisdom is sinking deeply into our children’s hearts from the time … Read More

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16 Sep 2019

Reflections…Children Mirror Their Parents

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Child Training | 0

“My kids are always whining.” “I don’t know why they can’t get along with each other!” “My kids are always grumpy.” “Why are they yelling?” Sound familiar? What if the dilemma is not with your children but with the person … Read More

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23 Jul 2019

Punishment versus Correction

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Child Training, Training | 0

Are punishment and correction the same thing? If not, what’s the difference? Let’s start by defining the terms: Punishment is the fitting retribution of an offense. In child training, it serves a moral purpose; it communicates to children a value of good and evil by … Read More

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14 Jul 2019

Practical Tools for Discipling Children

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Moral Training, Training | 0

Making disciples for Jesus is our ultimate goal as parents. A disciple is defined as a follower or a pupil. To disciple means to teach or to train. Here are some thoughts about discipling your children in obedience and moral … Read More

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7 Jul 2019

Fireworks Indoors ~ Loving a Choleric Child

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Temperaments | 0

Watching a fireworks display is one of my favorite activities! I love to watch the precisely timed display of lights and vivid colors. What a spectacular visual event! It’s a truly delightful experience for me, when it’s outdoors. When it … Read More

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27 Feb 2019

Five Fingers of Obedience

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Heart Training, Moral Training | 0

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

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12 Nov 2018

Are Your Children Ready For the Holidays?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Family Identity, Holidays | 0

Busy fall days are upon us and before we know it, the holidays will be here! No doubt you are already making preparations for Thanksgiving, planning events for the upcoming Christmas season, and making your gift shopping lists and checking … Read More

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