Why parents need to help their children navigate the sexually-charged adolescent years.

When I trusted God enough to call out to Him, I learned that He wanted to share in my grief.

We suggest four convictions that all parents should consider and uphold.

The battle for a child’s purity is real, and as parents it’s our task to set them up for success.

The birth of our twin granddaughters reminds me of the lessons God teaches us in the joys and the hardships of life.

Stop the spread of slime in your home.

Though it encourages socializing in groups, it also leads to casual sex among friends

Helping your child practice the right thing to do is just as important as identifying the wrong thing to do.

The courageous choice of one mom gives us confidence to also be strong with our teens.

Even if you don't intend to leave a legacy, you will.

Conflict has been around as long as there have been children, but what do you do when your children aren't getting along? We have 25 suggestions.

Many Christians have not taken a strong look at what they believe in.

There are no foolproof methods of parenting, because there are no perfect parents.

Healthy ways to deal with grief from the parent of a prodigal.

Distinguishing between appropriate and inappropriate expressions of anger.

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Keep your ears and eyes open and in tune to what’s going on in your child’s life, and to all that he is exposed to. Keep the lines of communication open.

The do's and don'ts of going out with the opposite sex.

What’s the best approach to discipline with my young child? Barbara: When a child is a toddler, he or she is in what I call “the training 2s.” When children are 2-5 years old, I call this the “intense training” stage. During these early years, you will notice your children becoming more defiant and rebellious—more […]

Whatever their story, prodigals need a safe haven.

We need to work at modeling appropriate expressions of anger.

Parents often feel tired from fighting the influences of the culture, but let me encourage you to hang on.

Four observations to note and discuss.

Practical tips for relieving some of the natural rivalry between siblings and helping them to develop an appreciation for one another.

As we learned more about our son, it felt like we were unwrapping a precious gift. Each testing day brought new insights into how his amazing brain worked.

Loving wayward children even when you don't approve of their behavior.

Tips for relating to your children.

A mother’s work is never done: Feed the baby, change the baby, wash the dishes, sweep the floor, cook dinner … There’s nothing worse than filling the dishwasher twice in one day only to find that there are still dishes left in the sink! Since the birth of my son, I have found myself working […]