Parenting Challenges

Just because gentle parenting is Christ-like doesn’t mean it’s easy. Learn how to respond to parenting challenges like Jesus.

11 Bible Verses About Parenting That Will Help You Be Better

February 28, 2023

When you become a parent, you take on a role unlike any other. …

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Parenting Challenges

Santa Claus and Jesus – 6 Christian Values to Consider as You Prepare for Christmas

June 17, 2021July 17, 2021

Is the Santa Claus and Jesus question a challenge for you at Christmas?…

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Parenting Challenges

Children Should Be Seen and Not Heard – A Biblical Perspective

June 13, 2021July 17, 2021

image of a small child holding her fingers over her lips seen and not heard

“Children should be seen and not heard,” the old saying goes. But what…

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Parenting Challenges

Obey Your Parents In The Lord – How to Live Ephesians 6:1

October 5, 2020July 27, 2021

“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right” (Ephesians 6:1)….

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Fear And Love In The Bible – I John 4:18

October 1, 2020July 17, 2021

We all struggle with fear sometimes. But does fear have a place in…

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Parenting Challenges

The Godly Parent – 7 Principles for Building a God Honoring Home

August 21, 2020August 16, 2021

Being a Christian is challenging these days. If you want to be a…

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