You can prepare kids to trust God’s faithfulness regardless of the challenges they face by teaching them about “God Sightings.”   God Sightings are moments when you notice something that reminds you of God’s character. They come in different forms – something...

How many activities do you have planned for your family? I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel way too rushed trying to get from one activity to the next. I barely have time to think. But do we realize that the way we manage and schedule our time and our kid’s...

When kids see someone with a disability, their curiosity tends to cause them to look a little too long. Even my friend’s son, who is affected with Down Syndrome, has to be reminded not to stare when he sees someone who is more severely affected by their disability....

Losing a loved one is so hard. Death is very sad, and it makes God sad too. He wants to help you and your children through such difficult times. When grieving, people experience a wide range of emotions. Kids may grieve differently than you, but that doesn’t mean they...

“Can I really only have one cookie?” “Do I have to go to bed now?” “But I don’t want to do that now!” Do any of those sound familiar? It’s part of human nature to push against the rules placed on us. But healthy, God-honoring rules actually keep peace and promote...

Have you ever felt like it’s impossible to keep peace between your kids? One minute things are going fine and the next they’re at war! The most important skill to learn in resolving conflict is what to do with that angry feeling. That angry feeling is actually very...

“I’m scared”  “I’m just so worried”   “It made me really sad”  Hearing kids say these things is hard. Sometimes you feel sad and wish you could comfort them, while other times you may be rushed and just want to solve the problem and move on—especially if this is...