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To Spank or Not to Spank? - Connected Families. I've come to appreciate this organization and having met Jim Jackson, I know him to be a man who not only loves Jesus, but has some excellent advice on this issue. Thanks Jim! Also, here's a link to a couple of my thoughts on the issue... Continue Reading →
Be Honest « Be The Dad Today. A good reality check for dads! Click here:
A big difference between effective and ineffective parenting lies in the word 'persistence.'Â My three children were playing with cards contentedly at the dinner table when out of nowhere my oldest starts crying. Now sometimes, when she cries, I dismiss it as an episode of 'crying wolf.' This situation was a bit different. Perhaps she... Continue Reading →
Babies help unlock the origins of morality - CBS News. Do babies have an innate sense of right and wrong, justice and desire for punishment, bias towards others who are like them and against those who are not like them, greed for personal gain at the expense of others? Evolutionary thinking and theological preferences aside,... Continue Reading →
The Only Kind of Bible Study that Will Change Your Life – The Gospel Coalition Blog. A good read for parents and children's ministry leaders connected with the Gospel Project curriculum.
Some good thoughts from the Scream Free Institute about the phrase: "I'm so proud of you!" I haven't heard many people talk about this, but I've always had my reservations about saying that with my children. I've been retraining myself to say, "I'm so pleased with you!" This comes from God's expression of His Son... Continue Reading →
6 ways to get kids to do housework - Kidspot Australia. Thinking with my wife about our kids and chores led me to this link. Make responsibility fun as well as required.
Dazzle Your Children with the Gospel of Grace | The Resurgence. Click for a quick article about parenting with the Gospel in mind and referencing Elyse Fitzpatrick's book.
You may have heard about Bill Nye's video going around and essentially calling those who hold to a creationist viewpoint ignorant. He also warns parents not to teach kids this viewpoint. I encourage you to check out Answers in Genesis and their take on the video and your role in teaching your kids about the... Continue Reading →
What the Gospel demands of parents - samluce.com.
Pastor Steve is a Children's and Family Pastor. He communicates about parenting, family and children's ministry.
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