Discipleship as it relates to stages of development

Rich and faithful discipleship should be the hallmark of every Christian home. For most parents it is something that is a genuine desire but often elusive and never fully integrated into family life.Continue Reading »

Tags: discipleship, godliness, guilt, home life, intentionality, motivation, parental authority, priorities, spiritual leadership, wisdom

Over the years we've interacted with many Christian parents. They have been at all levels of spiritual maturity - some very young in their faith to the seasoned and deeply mature.

One thing, however, is pretty universal - and that is what they desire for their children.

So, Christian parent, let me ask you...
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Tags: behavior, discipleship, entitlement, godliness, motivation, salvation, worldliness

Dear Weary Mom,

First, let me comfort you in sharing that you are not alone. I have been where you are so many, many times as have countless others before you.Continue Reading »

Tags: contentment, encouragement, exhaustion, joyfulness, loneliness, motivation, significance, wives and moms

Sometimes when I deeply ponder the gravity of parenting and truly consider the stakes, a certain deep-seated uneasiness (perhaps approaching panic) slips over me. It isn't thinking about parenting in general that does this, it is thinking about the parenting of a specific child who seems to have drifted off course without my having noticed it sooner.
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Tags: distraction, fear, intentionality, motivation, overwhelmed, perseverance, regret