Connecting Faith

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Growing alongside your adolescent

Did you know that the decisions you make have the power to unlock the unique gifts inside your children?

Neil Stavem on November 4, 2015

3 keys for dealing with sibling rivalry

Do you ever feel more like a referee than parent? Here are three keys for dealing with sibling rivalry.

Randy Carlson on October 28, 2015

Connecting Faith

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Thriving and surviving middle-school years

Middle-school can be some of the most challenging years for students, teachers…and parents.

Neil Stavem on October 21, 2015

Live the Promise

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Perfectionistic parenting

Sometimes in our zeal for helping our children succeed, we put the burden of unrealistic expectations on their shoulders.

Susie Larson on October 7, 2015

Connecting Faith

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God’s parenting style

How do you respond when your kids make decisions you don’t agree with? A look at how to respond when young adults chose their own way.

Neil Stavem on September 30, 2015

Helicopter parenting

Helicopter parenting, the over involvement of parents in their kids’ lives, makes the news again.

John and Kendra Smiley on September 16, 2015

Live the Promise

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Parenting when your spouse doesn’t believe

Do you feel alone in your attempts to raise godly children? We look at how to raise children with faith within a spiritually mismatched marriage.

Susie Larson on September 2, 2015

Fathers: Be a Godly role model

Society today isn’t really that different than it was in Bible times. There were adulterers, liars and murderers then, just as there are now. One man in particular, David, committed all of these despicable acts, yet served as a godly role model for his son, Solomon. So what set him apart? David loved God, acknowledged his mistakes…

Randy Carlson on August 19, 2015

It’s not the change; it’s the transition

August is here and kids will soon be starting a new school year. That means a change. We believe the tough part isn't the change; it’s the transition.

John and Kendra Smiley on August 12, 2015

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Overcoming parenting fears

Being a mom brings challenges, and parents know it’s easy to become fearful for your childrens' health, safety, and more—no matter what the season.

Neil Stavem on August 4, 2015