A short video clip, but a vital perspective for parents... " Andrew Peterson—artist and president of The Rabbit Room—offers two insights on raising teenagers. Peterson underscores the importance of ensuring that children know who they belong to and provides a missional perspective on parenting."
Category: Relationships
An engaging podcast with both speakers sharing from their own families the realities of discipling their children from primary school age to young adults. Included in a myriad of questions from the audience, are responses regarding prayer, Bible study, social media, dating and youth group.
Trevin Wax reveals his concerns as his son enters teenage years and prayerfully entrusts his family to the Lord's care. "As Christian parents, we want our kids to know what they believe and why, to be fortified in faith and ready to stand out in a world that is hostile to the gospel. I want the pressure of […]
Jaquelle Crowe writes as a teenager to encourage other teenagers and their parents with ways to share the gospel. "I began to realize how many unique opportunities and practical ways teens can share the gospel. So, as you wonder how to equip teens to evangelize more effectively and ultimately how to reach my generation, I […]
Originally published in anticipation of Christmas gatherings, the tips in this article could be applied to all mealtimes with those you cherish. "As an invested family member, you crave the deeper conversations that can flow from seeing those you love face to face. Preparation for your family gathering will involve shopping, decorating, and meal planning. […]
Author Sam Crabtree explains the way in which angers develops and encourages a focus on Christ when situations become inflammatory. "Anger doesn’t come out of the blue. Except for neurological and biological problems, anger is virtually always a byproduct of expectations. Something is happening that you were not expecting, or something you expected is not […]
Using a case study, Jenny Brown looks at interactions between parents and children with screen time and challenges at school. Finishing with helpful questions to ask yourself when raising pre-teens leaves parents with helpful and productive growth.
Dr Jenny Brown uses a case study to unpack the parent's separation anxiety and how that interacts with children, what research shows about developing resilience and how to step towards healthy separation.
Max Jeganathan reflects on some differences between King Charles III and himself, but notes that no matter the home one might live in, it is the relationships with others within the walls that are important. "Charles presides as head of state over 14 countries. I preside – happily I might add – over the dishes, […]
Parenting changes as children grow and getting into the teen years requires adjustment in the way you relate for the benefit of the child. Dr Jenny Brown gives examples for parents to gain personal growth to get out of unhelpful patterns.
Personal technology is something that most parents did not have when they were children and it can be difficult to navigate. Dr Jenny Brown highlights how personal connection is more effective than any protective app.
Brian Rosner looks at recent research that examines our human quest for individualism. The results point to our relationships with others. "You are not the product of your own conscious deliberations and choices. When it comes to forming your identity, your subconscious does the bulk of the work." "You and I might like to think […]
