To show mercy means to have compassion for someone who should be punished or could be treated harshly. It means showing undeserved forgiveness or kindness. Mercy is given by a person in authority, who is …
Child Discipline In The Bible – The Instruction Of The Lord
Do you want to learn more about what the bible says about child discipline? Perhaps the most pointed verse regarding child discipline in the bible is from Ephesians 6:4. It says, “You fathers, don’t provoke …
Obey Your Parents In The Lord – 7 Steps To Obedience
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right”(Ephesians 6:1). Some parents take this as the first commandment and the second for their children. A few even take it so far as to …
Fear And Love In The Bible
The bible has a lot to say about the relationship between fear and love. Perhaps the most famous words are from the apostle John. There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out …
Santa Claus And Jesus – A Christian Perspective
Much of what this blog focuses on is building children up in the character and person of Jesus. As Christian parents, I think a good question to ask is: Does what we say and teach …
What It Means To Surrender To God And How To Do It
Surrender. especially in American culture, is rarely seen as something positive. It’s seen as giving up or losing. But as a Christian, what does it mean to surrender to God? Maybe you’ve sung the song …
Gentleness Bible Study – Understanding And Living In Gentleness
Our research shows that gentleness is the most overlooked fruit of the Spirit, and not by a little. So, you might be surprised to know the Bible has a lot to say about gentleness. Join …
Godly Parenting – 7 Principles For Raising Your Kids In A Christian Home
Being a Christian is challenging these days. If you want to be a part of raising a godly generation, it can feel like an uphill battle. To help you, here are 7 godly parenting principles …
How To Love Your Children Unconditionally – Like Jesus
Love is a formidable force, an essential human need, and yet so hard to explain. Unconditional love is something every good parent aspires to give well. If you want to learn more about how to …