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how to protect your child’s innocence
“Thou shalt not steal.” It’s number 8. A little far down the line, but important none the less. How does this apply to raising children? Most of us realize that stealing material possessions from your...
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sometimes doing nothing is best for kids
My mother is right. Gosh, I hate that. After a conversation recently with my mom (more of a pity party for me that she graciously listens to), she said something that has stuck in my head all week....
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10 stones of judgement that hurt moms
When a woman was caught in the act of adultery and thrown before Jesus, scribes and Pharises held stones in their hands, ready to unleash punishment. (John 8:3-11) Those stones echoed their hearts....
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are you following the pattern to your child’s heart?
“Mommy, can I have a hug?” “Sure!” “Can I have just one more?” “Sure.” “One more? Please?”……. Kids show love the way they want to receive love. They give us a pattern to follow — right to their hearts....
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what to do when you feel like an idiot, mom
Oops. You did it again. You know, that thing that makes you feel like if anyone found out, they’d instantly call you an idiot. The thing that always makes you call yourself an idiot. A nincompoop. A...
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opening the door to closeness with our kids
On the way to school this morning, a battle was waging. I handed down an unpopular consequence for leaving the house late. My teenage daughter was protesting this cruel miscarriage of justice. Then,...
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4 ways to motivate tweens and teens
What mom hasn’t used stickers to motivate their child? When my kids were young, a gold star, a dollar store prize or even a simple “good job, honey” was usually enough to bring a satisfied smile to...
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how the past can help us love well in the present
The past often haunts my mothering. Past mistakes. Past wounds. Past moments and opportunities lost. But sometimes the past isn’t all bad. In fact, it can be the very thing God used to inspire us to...
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