Making Their Own Mark
I’m sure if you are a parent, you have realized by now how unique each one of your kids is. To me, it’s astounding how I helped create these amazing human beings who are unlike anyone in the world. Sometimes, I falsely assume my two are a miniature... Read More
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A Father's Reflections
A few weeks ago, our family had one of its most amazing celebrations yet. My oldest son, Jordan, married the love of his life. They are so ready for this and the life that is ahead of them in Christ. We couldn’t be happier for them. A wedding... Read More
Growing Pains
By Tim Walker Lately, I’ve been leaking my emotions. A lot. And what’s been spilling out has been dousing my sons. (If you’re not sure, what I mean by “leaking,” read this post.) I’ve been really short with them. Annoyed. Frustrated. And I think I know the reason. It... Read More
How to Stay on the Same Page as Parents
As we’ve seen earlier this week, it’s so easy to get off the same page as parents. You don’t have to try. It’s almost automatic. And while it’s easy to do, it’s not great for our kids. It’s also not what you set out to when you became... Read More
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The Challenges of Child-Centered Parenting
I’ve always wondered why celebrities seem so messed up. Can’t there be one couple that stays together forever? Why do famous people have weird riders in their contracts about red M&Ms? Why the rush to serial cosmetic surgery? How come there’s so much addiction? Isn’t anyone normal? I... Read More
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Earning Trust
Parents instinctively want to be able to trust their kids. But have you ever flipped the question. Are your kids able to trust you? I realize that probably sounds strange, but if you want to have influence and a great relationship with your children and teens, trust is... Read More
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An Epic Adventure
EPIC. It’s a big word right now, the latest upgrade of “awesome” from years past. But to me, the word goes even deeper and conjures up larger-than-life characters and adventure from classics like Star Wars or Lord of the Rings. On that note, I’ve been reading about something... Read More
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Help, Don't Hinder
By Gina McClain Our oldest son is in the 6th grade. He’s close to exiting his pre-teen season and fully embrace the realm of teen-hood. (This is a great opportunity for you to pray for me.) Over the past year he’s grown into a young man that loves... Read More
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Preparing Your Kids for Life Online
Almost every parent I know worries about technology and their kids. When should my child get a phone? Facebook? Be allowed to game? Get their own tablet or computer? How do I know what’s really going on? I think our natural default as parents is to think about... Read More