Books for Kids: Part 1 – Christian vs Mainstream

Books for Kids: Part 1: Christian Vs. Mainstream

Do you want your children to read novels with wholesome content; books written by a person who shares your world view? When my children were old enough to read chapter books, I asked some friends for advice on finding Christian novels. Many of the popular children’s books at the time were centered around witchcraft and…

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Rearranging Priorities for a Season

Rearranging Priorities for a Season

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) Bringing home a new baby is a big adjustment for parents, especially the first one, and often requires cutting back on certain commitments to focus on the home. When my first child was about six months…

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Mom vs Mom: Applying Grace

Mom vs Mom: Applying Grace

Not long after my son was born, I overheard two young mothers from my church discussing another woman with a toddler. The conversation centered around potty training and how this woman had done it all wrong; she regularly took her son to the bathroom rather than letting him make the decision on his own. Here’s what I…

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