Are you going through a tough time? Do you want to shout, like the disciples did in their wave-torn boat, "Don't you care about me at all God?" If so, read on for comfort and encouragement. You will find He has been with you all...
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Parenting Applications from Scripture
Tips for Christian Parents from the Song of Songs
Here we explore how parents might use the themes in the book of Song of Songs to address some important but sometimes difficult topics with their children.
Insights for Christian Parents from the Book of Ecclesiastes
Here we dig into Ecclesiastes and find some helpful truths for Christian parents regarding fearing God, storing up treasure and finding meaning in the here and now.
Passing on Your Faith (Proverbs)
Christian parents have a responsibility to share their faith with their children. This article encourages us to take a closer look at how we are doing at passing on our faith.
The Difference Between Conviction and Guilt (Psalms)
What's the difference between guilt and conviction? Here we explore the differences using Psalm 51 and include some ways we can use this knowledge in parenting.
How to Comfort a Hurting Child (Job)
How can parents help a hurting child? The book of Job provides great guidelines on what you can do and what you should avoid.
Family Devotional from the Book of Esther
Do your kids get upset when they don't get the recognition they feel they deserve? Here's a family devotional guide on the Book of Esther that addresses this very issue (includes resources for younger kids).
A Christian Parent’s Role in the Teen Years (Nehemiah)
It can be tempting to disengage from our teens. Nehemiah has some tips on how we can finish strong in parenting our teens. Includes resources.
How to Address “Dating Evangelism” (Ezra)
What is a parent to do or say when their child wants to date a non-Christian? Here we address the idea of "dating evangelism" with some insights from the book of Ezra.
There are No Guarantees In Parenting (2 Chronicles)
What happens when we do everything "right" and our kids don't turn out as we thought they would? God's word provides comfort in a world that doesn't always work the way we think it should.
Serving God as a Family (1 Chronicles)
Modern churches seem to fracture families. If we take a look at 1 Chronicles 24-27, we see that families served together. Let's reconsider how we do church and how families can serve the Lord together.
A Christian Parent’s Guide to Keeping Your Cool (2 Kings)
The Bible is rich with parenting advice. Here we learn the art of keeping our cool in crisis from the prophet Elisha.
4 Reasons Parents Avoid Discipline (1 Kings)
Do you ever feel reluctant to discipline your kids? If so, you are not alone - the "man after God's own heart" did the same. This article will explore four different reasons why parents may avoid discipline and what you can do about it.
Helping Kids Understand Mercy (2 Samuel)
Here are some insights and tips gleaned from 2 Samuel on how you can help your children grasp and practice the godly character of mercy.
Teaching Kids the Seriousness of Sin (Judges)
As Christian parents it is important that we teach our children the seriousness of sin. Here is a fun family devotional that will help make the concept real.
Preparing to Launch Teens into Young Adulthood (Joshua)
Launching teens into young adulthood can be a tenuous task but God's word gives us some tips on how we can effectively support and navigate this stage.