I picked up a book called, How To Raise A Lady by Kay West. It’s never too late to learn (and teach) manners and this book is full of them. Though the book focuses on daughters, good manners are appropriate for daughters and sons. One focus of the book is for parents to display great … Read more
Have you thought of all the benefits in your life that came from others before you? Consider the city you live in, the country you’re a part of, and possibly the church you attend. Consider the sacrifices of those who have fought for freedom, worked hard to provide for you as you grew up, and … Read more
A greenhouse helps grow healthy plants while protecting them from the cold weather. Part of our role as parents with young children is to help grow them up with a godly view of life. They will eventually experience the joys and hardships of living in the world, but the foundation is as important for their … Read more
This past week and weekend were hectic. Long day, lots of details. Forty-eight invigorating hours of ministry work between Thursday evening and Sunday evening. I was mentally distracted at home. For part of that time, my wife and kids were with me. In another part, they were off doing other activities while I was busy. … Read more
I’m switching gears again. After being in a productive schedule groove for several weeks, routine changes, traveling, and a packed schedule knocked me off-kilter. Though it was all great stuff that I wouldn’t have missed, a packed schedule changes a person’s daily routine drastically. Here’s what helped me get back in the saddle. Don’t Stress … Read more
Church is important. Gathering for worship is an anchor for anyone who follows Jesus. But when it comes to building faith in your kids, Christian parents can’t rely on the church alone. It’s a mathematical situation: the church has maybe two or three hours with your kids a week and the home has the other … Read more
You don’t want to be a passive parent. You don’t want to be a possessive parent. You want to be a participative parent. I love that image – a participative parent. Engaged, involved, invested. Ready to do whatever it takes to not only enjoy kids while they are kids but help them gain a good … Read more
Several years back, I attended a worship leaders conference and one of speakers, Steve Reynolds, had written a book called, Get Off the Couch: 6 Motivators to Help You Lose Weight and Start Living: A Man’s A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan. I skimmed the book in 2012 and am now re-reading it. After a year and a half … Read more
Faith in Christ goes beyond high school. The transition from high school to college is a monumental time in life – the first real opportunity to live out one’s faith. Here’s a bit of practical advice to share with college students in your life. Find a campus group that focuses on Jesus and his word. … Read more
Which comes first, the intentional living or the busy schedule that requires it? I have learned that when I am really busy with too much to do, I intentionally map out the schedule and get more done. It’s always amazing. The first and one of the biggest times I experienced this was during one semester … Read more