Clear expectations for kids
“Stop that.” “Clean this up.” “Be nice to your sister.” “I told you to knock it off.” Do you find yourself giving similar vague ...
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6 unique ways fathers positively influence their sons
My husband, Stan, was just seven months old when his dad died, and his mother never remarried. I have often wondered, How did Stan learn to be such a ...
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The Involved Father
Fathers are just as essential to healthy child development as mothers. Psychology Today explained, "Fatherhood turns out to be a complex and ...
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Dads, make every day count
Legendary football coach Vince Lombardi was well-known for a lot of things, most notably his passion for teamwork, commitment and success. Lombardi ...
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Dads can be heroes to their kids
When my kids were little, I subconsciously communicated to my husband that as far as taking care of our three girls was concerned, I had it covered. ...
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A Father’s presence – One of the most powerful expressions of love
When I became a Christian, I described my newfound faith and all the things the staff leaders of Cru, a Christian group on campus, did for me and ...
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Consistent fatherhood
I don't know about you, but it's easy for me to think of something good I did as a father and then hang my case on that: "Remember that amazing ...
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God…the Father?
People say strange things to a kid who's lost his dad. Well, they seemed strange to me. "You're the man of the house now," one aunt told me ...
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Discovering God’s plan for your parenting II
Don’t miss the fun of parenting by being “stupidly serious” with your kids! Gary Thomas helps parents navigate frustration and anger over ...
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Deeper conversations with your teen: The questions you need to ask
It seems crazy to have to admit this. It’s such a ridiculous thing to face up to, but here’s the truth of it: I don’t know how to talk to my ...
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Help your stepchildren feel secure in your love for them
My stepdaughter, Sara, recently revealed a secret she had kept for years. It had to do with some jealousy that began when we were a new blended ...
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Special Needs: When comparison enters your home
The other night I sat with my 5 and 6 year old sons on my lap as they took turns reading from their children’s Bible. They were so proud of every ...
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