Equipping couples and parents, in partnership with churches, to build connected families.
My post last week on love is an important foundation to provide for children who make many messes. A loving relationship is crucial for any rules or boundaries put in place. Enforcing rules outside the context of deep caring can lead to deep resentment. But rules, nonetheless, matter and are important to understanding how to... Continue Reading →
I found a mess today. Actually, I seem to find a mess everyday. Sometimes I clean it up, sometimes I avoid it. Sometimes I cause the mess, other times it's my children. As the messes compound, I find the urge to become a little more irritable, more easily put into a state of frustration. But... Continue Reading →
In relationships, winning can be difficult to identify. In ministry, to me, winning relationships are marked by the presence of Christ. I'm not talking about flashes of light or some awesome supernatural experiences, which on occasion throughout history have happened. I just mean the simple awareness that God is close and making us a little more... Continue Reading →
When I was young, I can recall three things I wanted to become: A rock star A basketball pro An astronaut Today, I can say I've accomplished all of those. I rock out musically every Sunday with children. I tear up the court twice a week with buddies. I can count down from ten. You may disagree,... Continue Reading →
How do you know someone walked on the beach if you didn't seem them do it? Check for footprints. I know it's difficult to fully grasp an invisible God, but he has left footprints. The mystery is great, but Jesus shows us what God is like.
Valuing a child is one of the greatest works of a Christian. Great themes of Scripture compare his people to his children. Jesus broke some established thinking about children and openly welcomed them. Salvation means entering the family of God forever. We pray to God as Father. To enter the kingdom of God we must... Continue Reading →
Do you remember what it was like as a child to just want a friend? Help us to remember when We were only children hoping for a friend. -Audio Adrenaline What a gift it is to know that we belong! Share the love this Christmas.
A cup can only hold so much water. A plate can only hold so much food. A song can only hold so many notes. A story can only hold so many characters. A sports game can only hold so many minutes. A child can only comprehend so much information.
Stress. Can you feel your stomach tighten and your face contort just thinking about that word? Children can be a source of stress, but play is a wonderful antidote to anxiety. Play can soften the toughest of kids and play can bring about greater family or group health. Most importantly, play is a gift from God... Continue Reading →
With children, our energy can become quickly depleted. But when we are caught up in the great mission of leading them to Jesus, we gain energy afresh. As Isaiah reminds us: "Those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength."
Pastor Steve is a Children's and Family Pastor. He communicates about parenting, family and children's ministry.
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