Parenting

Parenting is one of the most important roles that a Christian can undertake, as it involves nurturing and shaping the lives of the next generation. Explore these articles to learn more.

Engaging Young Children in Church

Rev. Joel Vande Werken

Do you struggle with how to get your children excited about worship? Consider these ideas for how to invite your children to meet their heavenly Father.

Teaching Our Children Stewardship

Rev. Joel Vande Werken

Are you looking for ways to cultivate stewardship in your children? Discover how God calls parents to develop a generous spirit in their families.

Articles for Developing a Mentoring Faith

Jordan An

As Christians, we are called to mentor others and invest in the faith of the next generation. Here are some articles to help you develop a mentoring faith.

Getting Unstuck from Frustrated Parenting

Rev. Travis Jamieson

Do you feel stuck in your frustrations as a parent? Find wisdom for diffusing your anxiety so you can respond with wisdom and grace in moments of conflict.

Teaching Obedience

Nadia Swearingen-Friesen

Do you struggle with getting your children to obey instructions? Learn how to give direction effectively and claim the parental role God has given to you.

Teaching Children Caring Emotions

Dr. Robert Ritzema

Are you striving to raise empathetic children? Consider how you as a parent can guide your kids to see the pain of others and respond with compassion.

Understanding Sympathy, Empathy, Pity, & Compassion

Dr. Robert Ritzema

Trying to understand the caring emotions? Follow God's heart to understand sympathy, empathy, and pity, to live with compassion for those who are hurting.

Supporting Children Through a Move

Rev. Travis Jamieson

Are caring for children who are facing the stress of moving to a new home? Consider how you can offer valuable support to process and grieve the losses.

Parenting those outside our families

Dr. Robert Ritzema

Do you wonder how you can influence the lives of others? Consider how God calls us to engage as a faith family to bless the lives of one another.

Growing Up in the Shadow of Addiction

Jolene DeHeer

Are carrying the scars of living under your parent's addiction? Consider how forgiveness can help you find peace and heal the wounds of your childhood.

What I Wish I Knew as a New Parent

Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra

Being a new parent is challenging. Consider this advice that seasoned parents had to offer to their rookie selves concerning how to be a good parent.

How can I encourage my teen's faith formation?

Jolene DeHeer

Do you struggle with how to engage your children in faith? Discover the main ways that you can guide your teens into vital a relationship with God.
Date Title Author Topics
May 24, 2023 Engaging Young Children in Church Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
May 21, 2023 Teaching Our Children Stewardship Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
May 19, 2023 Articles for Developing a Mentoring Faith Jordan An Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
May 10, 2023 Getting Unstuck from Frustrated Parenting Rev. Travis Jamieson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Discipline
May 7, 2023 Teaching Obedience Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
May 3, 2023 Teaching Children Caring Emotions Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
April 30, 2023 Understanding Sympathy, Empathy, Pity, & Compassion Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
April 23, 2023 Supporting Children Through a Move Rev. Travis Jamieson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
April 16, 2023 Parenting those outside our families Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing
April 5, 2023 Growing Up in the Shadow of Addiction Jolene DeHeer Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
March 19, 2023 What I Wish I Knew as a New Parent Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, New Parents
March 15, 2023 How can I encourage my teen's faith formation? Jolene DeHeer Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 26, 2023 Blessing our Family with Story Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 22, 2023 Living in The Wake of a Suicide Attempt Jean Holthaus, LMSW, LISW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
February 19, 2023 Navigating Grief: Families in the Shadow of Death Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
February 5, 2023 Helping Our Children Face Life's Disappointments Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Holiday Celebrations
February 1, 2023 Exploring Spiritual Disciplines Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 29, 2023 Spiritual Disciplines for Family Life Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 25, 2023 Helping Children Navigate Social Media Anxiety Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology
January 22, 2023 Addressing Common Childhood Worries Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids
January 18, 2023 Building Faith Around God's Table Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 4, 2023 Teaching Children to Pray Expectantly Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Single Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
December 28, 2022 Teaching our Children How to Respond to the Voice of God Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
December 18, 2022 The Best Present is Presence Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
December 11, 2022 Finding Immanuel: Our God Who Longs to Draw Close Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
December 7, 2022 Encountering the Prince of Peace Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality
December 4, 2022 Seven Steps to Planning for a Counter-Cultural Christmas Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
December 4, 2022 Ten Suggestions for Scheduling Family Holiday Gatherings Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
December 1, 2022 Advent and Christmas: Waiting Expectantly to Celebrate Jesus’ Coming Christopher Hunt Parenting, Grandparenting, Spirituality
November 30, 2022 Defusing Sibling Rivalry Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids
November 28, 2022 The Gift of God’s Word Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
November 27, 2022 Sibling Conflict: Lessons from the Bible Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
November 20, 2022 The Value of Praying the Scriptures Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
November 16, 2022 How NOT to Lead A Family - Lessons Learned From the Life of Lot Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
November 13, 2022 Living into the Authority God Established for Families Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
September 28, 2022 Ways to Involve Your Family in Caring for the Hungry Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
September 25, 2022 Engaging Kids in Creation Care Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
September 11, 2022 Magic Words to Improve Your Relationships Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Teens
September 7, 2022 Whose Homework is This? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
September 4, 2022 Communicating with College Kids From a Distance Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
August 24, 2022 Two Obstacles to Raising Resilient Girls Ellen Duffield Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
August 21, 2022 How to Raise Resilient Girls Ellen Duffield Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
August 10, 2022 17 Things Spiritually Healthy People Don’t Do Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
August 7, 2022 ​Why Worship? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 24, 2022 Coping as a Single Parent: Four ways God Showed He Would Not Leave Christopher Hunt Dating, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Single Parenting, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 20, 2022 Time Management with Jesus: Don't Rush Past the Blessings Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing
July 17, 2022 Parenting Through Exhaustion Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
July 13, 2022 God, Help Me Protect My Kids! Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
July 10, 2022 Talking to Children about Death Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 3, 2022 Cultivating Relationships with Stepchildren Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
June 29, 2022 There’s no App for That: Raising our Children in Faith Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 26, 2022 Cultivating an Adventurous Faith Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 19, 2022 Guiding Teens to Manage their Sexual Desires Jean Holthaus, LMSW, LISW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Sex & Parenting
June 15, 2022 The Gift of Sincere Faith Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 12, 2022 Training Children to Hear God's Voice Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
June 8, 2022 How Do I Manage Frustration? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
June 1, 2022 Equipping for Mentoring Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 11, 2022 Balancing Technology Use Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
May 8, 2022 Establishing Healthy Screen-Time Habits For Children Jean Holthaus, LMSW, LISW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
May 4, 2022 A Mother's Hands Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
May 1, 2022 Balancing the Mother Load Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
April 19, 2022 Kingdom Building Practices of the Early Church Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
March 30, 2022 Sex After Kids Arrive? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, New Parents, Sex & Parenting
March 27, 2022 Three Ways to Build Parenting Resilience Ellen Duffield Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
February 27, 2022 Guiding Children to Respect their Grandparents Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Being Grandparents
February 23, 2022 How to Parent When You Disagree Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
February 20, 2022 Parenting on Fumes and Learning Selfcare Jess Ronne Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
February 9, 2022 Parenting a Child in College Joella Ranaivoson Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
February 6, 2022 Helping Your Child Choose a College Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Parenting Teens
February 2, 2022 When Parents Fail Us Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Adults
January 26, 2022 Caring for Your Child with an Addiction Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
January 23, 2022 How Do I Help My Child Process Trauma? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
January 20, 2022 What is Family Fire? Revs. Deb & Steven Koster Marriage, Parenting, Spirituality
January 5, 2022 Nourishing Faith through Daily Devotions Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
December 26, 2021 Wonderfully Made: Your Child and You Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
December 22, 2021 How to Love Well at Christmas Rev. Joel Vande Werken Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
December 19, 2021 Put on Love's Little Black Dress Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
December 12, 2021 Finding Joy at Christmas! Kim Sullivan Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
December 8, 2021 Bring Peace to Those Around You Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
December 5, 2021 Bringing Meaning to Advent Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
November 28, 2021 Advent Hope Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy
November 21, 2021 Living Daily in Gratitude Kim Sullivan Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
October 20, 2021 The Art & Grit of Granting Forgiveness Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict
October 13, 2021 Nurturing Faith by Challenging and Encouraging Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
October 10, 2021 8 Scripture Promises for Christian Parents Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
September 8, 2021 Making Scripture the Parenting Authority in Your Home Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
September 5, 2021 Raising Boys Who Respect Girls Ellen Duffield Parenting, Parenting Kids
August 18, 2021 Nine Conversations to Have With Your College-Bound child. Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Teens
August 15, 2021 Launching College Kids Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
August 11, 2021 Should Parents Have Favorites? Joella Ranaivoson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
August 4, 2021 Teaching Our Children to Ask God Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
August 1, 2021 Teaching Our Children to Thank God Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
July 28, 2021 Is it okay for my child to explore other faith traditions? Joella Ranaivoson Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
July 25, 2021 Teaching Our Children to Adore God Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids
July 14, 2021 Teaching the Importance of Confession Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing
July 7, 2021 How Do I Cope with The Shame of My Child's Choices? Joella Ranaivoson Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
June 27, 2021 Why Mentoring Matters Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 16, 2021 Helping Kids Discover Their Gifts Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
June 13, 2021 Parenting With the Grain Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Blended Families
June 2, 2021 Finding God in the Garden Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
May 30, 2021 Learning to Care for God's World Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
May 26, 2021 Building God's Kingdom Through Mundane Parenting Tasks Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
May 23, 2021 Creating a Healthy Work Ethic Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 12, 2021 Prayers for New Parents Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents
May 5, 2021 5 Ways to Keep Your Sanity this Summer Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun
May 2, 2021 How Could My Family Benefit from Putting Kids to Bed Early? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids
April 28, 2021 When Your Child Chooses A Different Standard Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
April 25, 2021 Establishing Discipline in the Blended Family Home Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families, Discipline
March 28, 2021 Easter Grace: Seize the Teaching Opportunity Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
March 24, 2021 Battling a Negative Body Image Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
March 21, 2021 Building God's Diverse Kingdom: Talking About Race Rev. Shannon Jammal-Hollemans Parenting, Parenting Kids
March 14, 2021 How Do I Raise My Child to Embrace Faith? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
March 10, 2021 Helping Your Teen Gain Self-Worth Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
March 3, 2021 Guiding Our Kids to Pray Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing
February 24, 2021 How to Cultivate Family Worship Time Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 17, 2021 Six Steps to Inspiring Spiritual Growth in Your Family Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 14, 2021 Spiritual Disciplines: Family Fasting Kim Sullivan Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Mentoring Faith
February 7, 2021 How do I help my young adult gain a healthy sense of self-worth? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
February 3, 2021 Five Questions to Ask when Reading the Bible Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
January 27, 2021 Becoming a Shepherding Parent Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 24, 2021 Passing Faith to the Next Generation Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
January 10, 2021 What’s Your Emotional Bank Balance? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
January 3, 2021 Be the mirror your child needs Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
December 27, 2020 How Should I fill Unstructured Time? Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Family Fun
December 13, 2020 Blue Christmas Dr. Janet Irvine Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
November 22, 2020 8 Things Your Kids Will Complain About Now and Thank You for Later Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
November 15, 2020 Empathy: A Parent’s Secret Weapon Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
November 1, 2020 Am I an Overwhelmed New Mom, or is it Postpartum Anxiety? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, New Parents
October 21, 2020 Am I Being an Overprotective Parent? Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
October 18, 2020 Parenting Wisdom from Proverbs and the Montessori Method Brian Clark Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
September 30, 2020 Helping Your Child Battle the Grief-monster Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
September 20, 2020 Car Ride Conversations Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
September 16, 2020 Mentoring Children to Manage their Conflicts Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
September 13, 2020 Why Our Words Matter Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Discipline, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
September 9, 2020 The Benefits of Praying Together Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Dating, Dating Well, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy
August 26, 2020 Parenting our Grieving Teens Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Teens
August 23, 2020 Does My Child Need Counseling? Dr. Melinda Hammond, LCP Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
August 12, 2020 Be the Hero for your Family Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
August 5, 2020 Preparing Your Family To Return To School In A Covid World Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
August 2, 2020 Grand Parenting Little Ones in a Pandemic: Staying Connected Rev. Katherine Hirschberg Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Being Grandparents
July 26, 2020 Conflict Management: A Biblical Approach Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
July 15, 2020 Parenting in a Pandemic: Being the Calm in the Storm Rev. Katherine Hirschberg Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
July 12, 2020 Parenting in a Pandemic: Securing Your Own Oxygen Mask First Rev. Katherine Hirschberg Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
July 1, 2020 What Parents Can Offer on a Very Bad Day Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
June 28, 2020 Cultivating a Virtue: Lord Give Me Patience! Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 21, 2020 Help for Parents: Persevering Through Challenges Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
June 17, 2020 Placing God First Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing
June 10, 2020 The Power of Praying for One Another Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 31, 2020 Turning COVID-19 Anxiety into Prayer Christopher Hunt Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Grief & Loss
May 27, 2020 Sibling Rivalry: Embracing the Gift of One Another Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
May 6, 2020 Learning How to Share Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids
May 3, 2020 Caring for Others Requires Caring for Ourselves Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
April 29, 2020 Listening for God Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
April 8, 2020 Practices to Strengthen your Relationship With Jesus Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing
April 1, 2020 Things to Keep Doing While Under Self-Isolation Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
March 29, 2020 Keeping the Peace with Children at Home Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Discipline
March 25, 2020 Healing Binge Eating: A Journey Toward Wholeness Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
March 22, 2020 Stuck Inside? Make the Most of Your Unexpected Family Time Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Family Fun
March 13, 2020 Talking to Kids about the Coronavirus Rev. Deb Koster Parenting
March 8, 2020 Tips for Caring for Your Marriage After Children Arrive Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
March 4, 2020 Owning Our Helplessness Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Grief & Loss
March 1, 2020 Helping Our Children Mature Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
February 12, 2020 Marriage Tips for Blending Families Joy Bocanegra, MA, LCPC Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
February 5, 2020 What Could You Gain from Counseling? Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Grief & Loss
January 26, 2020 Embracing the Empty Nest Kim Pronoitis, MA, LCPC Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
January 22, 2020 Serving with Children Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing
January 19, 2020 Loving Your Prodigal Child Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
January 8, 2020 Parenting for the Long Run Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids
January 1, 2020 Establish Family Habits of Reading God's Word Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
December 25, 2019 Parenting Lessons from Mr. Rogers Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
November 20, 2019 Serving in Ministry as a New Mom Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents
November 17, 2019 Creating Respectful Children in a Disrespectful World Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
October 27, 2019 Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
October 23, 2019 Keeping Your Cool: Emotional Regulation For Parents Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Kids
October 16, 2019 Surviving Single-Parenting Stress Joy Bocanegra, MA, LCPC Parenting, Single Parenting
October 13, 2019 The Power of “I Forgive You” Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Discipline
September 25, 2019 How Does Pornography Affect the Viewer? Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
September 18, 2019 Taking A Stand With Youth Sports Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
September 15, 2019 Creating Teenagers that You Actually Like Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
August 28, 2019 Wisdom for Parenting Introverted and Extroverted Children Kathryn DeYoung, LCPC, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Kids
August 21, 2019 The Beginning of School: Make a Fresh Start Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
August 18, 2019 Learning to Love School Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
August 7, 2019 Not What We Dreamed Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 31, 2019 Helping Your Child Learn through Play Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
July 28, 2019 Choosing Inexpensive Summer Fun Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Family Fun
July 24, 2019 Caring for the Emotional Struggles of Generation Z Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 17, 2019 Help Me Understand My Phone Focused Child! Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Kids & Technology
July 14, 2019 Rules for Children Online Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Kids & Technology
July 10, 2019 Online Manners for Parents Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology
July 7, 2019 Why Kids Need to Friend Their Parents Online Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Teens, Kids & Technology
June 26, 2019 Crying Babies and Taking a Breath Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents
June 19, 2019 Releasing Criticism, Teaching Discernment Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality
June 16, 2019 Parenting Choices: Punishment or Discipline? Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
June 12, 2019 Accepting Adult Kids, Being Adult Kids Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids
June 5, 2019 Nurturing Faith: Letting Our Children Go Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
May 19, 2019 Parenting Avengers: Endgame Style Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
May 15, 2019 Navigating Team Sports and Cheering Them On Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
May 12, 2019 Dreaming of Summer: Embracing Downtime Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
May 5, 2019 My Beautiful Girl: Discovering a Biblical View of Beauty Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Living Single, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
April 7, 2019 Cultivating Discernment in Movie Viewing Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
April 3, 2019 Encouraging the Creativity of Children Colleen Jackson, BFA Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
March 31, 2019 Worth the Drive Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Single Parenting, Family Fun
March 27, 2019 Finding God in the Interruptions Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids
March 17, 2019 Allowing Our Kids to Fall Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
March 13, 2019 Lazy or Depressed? LaSaundra Gordon Parenting, Parenting Teens
March 3, 2019 Teaching Compassion Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality
February 27, 2019 The Reality of Step-Families Terry Top Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families
February 24, 2019 Teenagers and Attitude Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Teens, Discipline
February 17, 2019 Nurturing Faith from Infancy Rev. Katherine Hirschberg Parenting, New Parents, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
January 30, 2019 Praying For Our Children Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
January 23, 2019 Establishing Justice at Home Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Discipline
January 20, 2019 Discipline vs. Punishment: Why One Is Better Than the Other Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
January 16, 2019 To Yell or not to Yell Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
January 13, 2019 Should I Spank my Child? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
December 16, 2018 Spiritual Intimacy: Immanuel Today Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
December 12, 2018 Holiday Parties and Kids: Balancing Needs at Christmas Time Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Family Holidays
December 9, 2018 Family Traditions: Christmas Trees and Emmanuel Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
December 7, 2018 Blended Families and Holidays Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
December 5, 2018 Fighting Christmas Discontentment Rev. Michael VanderLaan Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
November 20, 2018 Teaching Our Children to Marvel Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
November 18, 2018 Choosing to Model Joy Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
November 4, 2018 How Parents Can Help Teens Redeem Their Use of Technology Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Kids & Technology
October 31, 2018 Challenging the Myths of Talking to Your Kids About Sex Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Parenting
October 17, 2018 Kids and Chores Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
October 14, 2018 Creating Successful Children By Emphasizing Values Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
September 26, 2018 Coping With Your Child’s New Neurodevelopmental Disorder Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Kids
September 19, 2018 Relinquishing Control of Adult Children Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
August 29, 2018 When an Adult Child is Mentally Ill : Dos and Don'ts of Responding Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Adults, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
August 26, 2018 When an Adult Child is Mentally Ill: Handling Feelings Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Adults, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
August 22, 2018 How to Help a Grieving Child Mimi Larson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 29, 2018 Parenting Teens for the Faint of Heart Rev. Shannon Jammal-Hollemans Parenting, Parenting Teens
July 25, 2018 Being Present with Our Kids Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
July 22, 2018 Guilt-Based Parenting Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Single Parenting, Blended Families
July 18, 2018 Parenting the Stubborn Child Leah Travis, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
July 15, 2018 Promises to My Child Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
July 8, 2018 Life Lessons from My Child Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
June 27, 2018 When Our Children Struggle Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
June 21, 2018 Summer Goals: Time to Focus Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
June 18, 2018 Cultivating Our Kids Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
June 14, 2018 Praying With Your Children Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
June 11, 2018 A Parent's Job Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
June 4, 2018 Teaching Children Money Management Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Parenting Kids
May 24, 2018 Follow God's Call to Mentor Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
April 26, 2018 Cultivating Rest as a Family Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Kids & Technology
April 16, 2018 Spiritual Formation: Springing to Life Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
April 8, 2018 Teaching Children Not to Hit Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families
March 26, 2018 Speaking the Truth in Love Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Discipline
March 19, 2018 Finding Healthy Space with Technology Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Kids & Technology
March 12, 2018 Adult Children Caring for Elderly Parents: Building Perspective Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Adults, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict
March 8, 2018 Parenting with Faith: The Legacy of Discipleship Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
March 6, 2018 Your Kids and Your Complicated Family Tree Christopher Hunt Parenting, Blended Families
March 1, 2018 More Than The Baby Blues: Navigating Postpartum Depression Karen Krygsheld, MSW, LCSW Parenting, New Parents
February 1, 2018 On Not Being That Kind of Sports Parent Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Parenting Kids
January 29, 2018 Guidelines for Establishing a Godly Home Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
January 22, 2018 Stop Making Comparisons Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
December 30, 2017 Struggle Together: Talking with our Youth about Suicide Karen Krygsheld, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
December 14, 2017 Less is More during the Holidays Joy Bocanegra, MA, LCPC Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
December 11, 2017 Navigating the Holiday Rush with Young Children Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
December 7, 2017 Fighting the holiday gift game Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
December 4, 2017 Breaking Traditions Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
November 30, 2017 Holiday Grace Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
November 20, 2017 Gratitude All Year Long Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
November 20, 2017 Preparing for the Holidays Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
October 26, 2017 Life Skills: Teaching Children Empathy Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
October 23, 2017 Becoming Stewards of God’s Gifts Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
October 5, 2017 Cultivating Gratitude Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
September 11, 2017 Four Keys to Becoming a Better Parent Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
September 5, 2017 Superheroes: Truth or Myth? Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
August 28, 2017 Finding your place as a parent of adult children Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Adults
August 21, 2017 Leading by Christ's Example Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
August 17, 2017 Motherhood and the Vine. Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
August 10, 2017 Family Time and Dirty Feet Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
August 7, 2017 Helping Children See God: His Hand in Creation Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
August 3, 2017 Connecting Children to God’s Story Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
July 27, 2017 Busy Weekends and Observing the Sabbath Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
July 24, 2017 Kid's Summertime Media Use Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
July 13, 2017 Should I Provide Financial Help for an Adult Child? Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Adults
June 26, 2017 Postpartum Depression – 10 Ways Community Can Support New Moms Dr. Melinda Hammond, LCP Parenting, New Parents
June 19, 2017 Parenting: Seeking Advice, Finding Wisdom Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
June 15, 2017 Teaching Our Children Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
June 12, 2017 Spiritual Parenting: Catch the Passion Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Mentoring Faith
June 8, 2017 Letting Go: I Drove My Boy to Camp Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
June 1, 2017 Creative Family Worship Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Mentoring Faith
May 25, 2017 Christian Parenting: The Tale Your Life Will Tell Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
May 11, 2017 Disciplining Your Child and Making a Difference Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families, Spiritual Nurturing
May 8, 2017 Teaching Our Children Respect Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
May 4, 2017 Honest Advice to Teens About Getting What You Want Gregory Rodriguez, MA, LCPC Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
May 1, 2017 On the Parent Playground: Community or Comfort Zone? Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
April 27, 2017 Trusting God with Our Children Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
April 10, 2017 Go Outside: Engaging Children in Creation Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
April 6, 2017 Engaging Our Children in Faith Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
March 16, 2017 Talking to Kids about Sex Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Parenting
March 2, 2017 Praying for Prodigal Children Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 30, 2017 Evaluating our Schedule and Choosing to Cut Back Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
January 26, 2017 Help Your Children Gain Independence Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
January 9, 2017 Helping a Child Grieve Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
December 19, 2016 Navigating the Holidays as a Single Parent Christopher Hunt Parenting, Single Parenting, Holiday Celebrations
November 14, 2016 Follow Me as I Follow Christ Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Grief & Loss
November 7, 2016 Growing in Faith: Moving from Head to Heart Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
October 3, 2016 Parenting In a Media-Saturated World Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Kids & Technology
September 22, 2016 Parenting Children with Disabilities: Finding Hope and Joy Rev. Mark Stephenson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
September 19, 2016 Parenting Children with Disabilities: Facing the Challenges Rev. Mark Stephenson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
August 29, 2016 Letting Go of Adult Kids Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Adults
August 25, 2016 Your Family’s Great Commission Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing
August 11, 2016 Strengthening Stepfamily Relationships Joy Bocanegra, MA, LCPC Parenting, Blended Families
August 4, 2016 Respect, Love, and Care: Even After Divorce Gregory Rodriguez, MA, LCPC Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
July 25, 2016 Grieving Unfulfilled Expectations for a Child Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
July 18, 2016 Using Story as a Teaching Tool Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
July 6, 2016 A Christian Parent’s Response to Authority Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
July 4, 2016 5 Don’ts of Family Rule Making Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Teens, Discipline
June 27, 2016 Saving Your Sanity This Summer Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Family Fun
June 9, 2016 Giving Our Blessing Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
June 6, 2016 How to Support Your College Graduate Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
May 23, 2016 How to Spring Clean as a Family Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
May 16, 2016 Living With Child-Like Faith Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 12, 2016 Delegation: Lessons from Moses in Sharing the Work Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
May 2, 2016 Empty Nest: From a Single Parent’s Perspective Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
May 1, 2016 Mom Wars Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
April 22, 2016 A Word To Fathers About Mother’s Day Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
April 18, 2016 Child-Centered Life After Divorce: 7 Ways to Protect your Children Dr. Melinda Hammond, LCP Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Single Parenting, Blended Families
April 7, 2016 Teaching Your Children to Value Your Instruction Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
April 4, 2016 Star Wars: Using Discernment With Watching Movies Christopher Hunt Parenting, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
March 28, 2016 Help for Navigating the Baby Blues Allison Kaminski, MA Parenting, New Parents
March 17, 2016 Parenting Adult Children: Lessons from King Lear Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
February 29, 2016 A Biblical Approach to Masturbation Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Dating, Living Single, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
February 22, 2016 Remarriage: How Can I Be Sure I Am Ready? Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Marriage Preparation, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
January 28, 2016 Cultivating Contentment: The Gratitude Challenge Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
January 21, 2016 Generational Living: Connecting with Peers Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
January 11, 2016 Building a Legacy of Faith through Family Reunions Kim Sullivan Parenting, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws
December 21, 2015 Love Traveled at Christmas. Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
December 15, 2015 Star Wars Reflects God’s Grand Saga Christopher Hunt Parenting, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
December 7, 2015 The Joy and Pain of Motherhood Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, New Parents, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
November 23, 2015 Sharing Thanksgiving Around the Table Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
November 12, 2015 Setting Boundaries with Adult Children Kathy Konrath, LCPC, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict
September 17, 2015 Equip Children for Learning Success Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
September 14, 2015 Missional Living: Serving Your Community Kim Sullivan Parenting, Family Fun, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
September 10, 2015 Spiritual Formation Using C.S. Lewis Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
September 8, 2015 Finding Parenting Perspective: Long Days of Parenting Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
September 3, 2015 Fostering Independence in Teens: A Gift Before They Go Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing
August 31, 2015 Guiding Wayward Children: Advice From the Lion King Kim Sullivan Dating, Living Single, Parenting, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
August 6, 2015 Effective Discipline: Echoing the Gospel Rhythm of Grace Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Parenting, Discipline
August 3, 2015 Material Living, Material Parenting Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Kids & Technology, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 27, 2015 God's Mentoring Grace: Why We Mentor Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 23, 2015 Qualities of a Good Mentee Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
July 20, 2015 Speaking Truth: When Can Parents Lie to Their Children? Rev. Joel Vande Werken Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
July 2, 2015 Bullying: A Christian Perspective and Response Doug Van Til, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
June 18, 2015 Dad to Dad : Successful Parenting Gregory Rodriguez, MA, LCPC Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Discipline, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
May 7, 2015 Teaching Healthy Handling of Technology Dean Heetderks Parenting, Kids & Technology
April 30, 2015 Belonging through Baptism Rev. Kirsty DePree Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Mentoring Faith
April 23, 2015 Connecting Through the Biblical Story Robert J. Keeley Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
April 18, 2015 Treating Children as Adults Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
April 16, 2015 Teen Self-Harm: What Parents Need to Know Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
April 13, 2015 Learning to Pray Pat Knoester Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
April 9, 2015 Blessing Our Children Rev. Joyce Borger Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
March 30, 2015 From Hosanna to Crucify Him Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples
March 12, 2015 A Biblical Approach to Dealing with Rebellion Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Blended Families
March 9, 2015 Talking to Kids About Sex: Freaking Out Over the Sex Talk Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Parenting
March 5, 2015 How Can I Establish Discipline in My Home? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Blended Families, Spiritual Nurturing
March 2, 2015 Marveling at God’s World Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 16, 2015 How Do I Keep My Family Safe? Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
January 26, 2015 Parenting Transitions: Dealing with the Empty Nest Kelsi Kellen Parenting, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
January 12, 2015 Self-Care in Balancing Career and Family Responsibilities Evie DavyRomano, MS, LMFTA Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Single Parenting, Blended Families, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
January 5, 2015 Carrying Advent into the New Year Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
January 3, 2015 Spiritual Formation: Beginning with Babies Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
December 29, 2014 Parenting Lessons from Mary, the Mother of Jesus Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
December 18, 2014 10 Tips for a Faith Focused Christmas Kim Sullivan Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
December 15, 2014 Advent Worship: Christian Mindfulness Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing
December 11, 2014 Connecting with Grandparents: Blessed by Investment Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Being Grandparents
December 8, 2014 Can I Offer Hospitality? Kim Sullivan Parenting, Family Fun, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality
November 20, 2014 Creating a Great Thanksgiving Kim Sullivan Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
November 5, 2014 Wants vs. Needs: The Entitlement Trap Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
October 17, 2014 Keep the Joy in Blended Family Celebrations Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Blended Families, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
October 11, 2014 Making Memories: Seasonal Traditions Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Family Fun, Holiday Celebrations
October 8, 2014 Should I let my child quit? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
October 1, 2014 Respecting Grandparents: Pay it Forward Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Being Grandparents
September 18, 2014 Lessons in Mentorship: Elijah and Elisha Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
September 12, 2014 Living the Beatitudes in our Families Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy
September 4, 2014 Attitude Adjustments from the Beatitudes Kim Sullivan Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Devotions for Couples
September 3, 2014 Conflict: Setting the Scene to Reorient Hearts Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Blended Families, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
August 21, 2014 Scriptural Truths for Parents Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
August 20, 2014 Advice From an Experienced Parent: Five Things Empty-Nesters Never Say Kim Sullivan Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
August 12, 2014 Back to School: Summer Closure Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
August 7, 2014 Parenting a Stubborn Child: Learning Patience and Grace Dr. Melinda Hammond, LCP Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
July 31, 2014 Kids and the Cool Factor Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
July 16, 2014 The Consistency of Revolutionary Parenting Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 15, 2014 Revolutionary Parenting: Raising a Spiritual Champion Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 8, 2014 Setting Family Goals with Dream Boards Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
July 3, 2014 Sexuality: God's Design for a Full Life Charlene Brouwer, MA, LAMFT Dating, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
June 26, 2014 A Walk of Trust: Waiting For Your Children To Own Their Faith Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
June 18, 2014 Making Summer Memories: Day Trips Together Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
June 13, 2014 Making Summer Memories: Family Campfires Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
June 6, 2014 Making Summer Memories: Time to Play Outside Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
May 22, 2014 Year End Traditions: Saying Thank You to our Teachers Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
May 20, 2014 Remembering What God Has Done: Grilling or Gratitude? Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
May 15, 2014 Summer Planning: Making the Most of Down Time Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
May 8, 2014 Becoming Mrs. Bennett Kim Sullivan Dating, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Parenting, Parenting Adults
April 24, 2014 Celebrating the Blessings: Inexpensive Vacations Kim Sullivan Parenting, Family Fun
April 22, 2014 Balancing Technology in the Family Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Kids & Technology, Family Fun
March 19, 2014 Standing Firm in Faith: Facing Fear Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
March 18, 2014 What’s a Parent To Do: How to Get Kids to Obey Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
March 12, 2014 God Equips for the Calling Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
March 3, 2014 Releasing Discontent Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
February 25, 2014 Daughter, You Are God's Warrior Princess Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
February 13, 2014 How Can I Be a Better Parent Than Mine Were? Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws
February 4, 2014 Parenting: Help for Family Goal Setting Kim Sullivan Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
January 16, 2014 Parenting: Fostering Sibling Connections Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
December 17, 2013 Restoring the Holy in the Holiday Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship
December 11, 2013 Parenting: Never Give Up Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
December 9, 2013 Parenting: Fostering Compassion with an Offering of Coins Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Family Holidays, Spirituality
December 3, 2013 Christian Parenting: Fans or Followers? Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
November 27, 2013 Parenting: Thankfulness in Action Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
November 21, 2013 Parenting: It All Matters Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
November 11, 2013 Preparing for the Holidays with Thanksgiving Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Grandparenting, Family Holidays
November 7, 2013 Nurturing Faith and Baking Cookies Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
November 3, 2013 Friends and Bullies: What Must Parents Do? Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
October 22, 2013 Parenting Teens: First Time Driver Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
October 20, 2013 Teaching about God through Apples Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
September 19, 2013 Leaving a Spiritual Legacy: The Story of Epaphras Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
September 12, 2013 Parenting Teens: Don't Lose Hope Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Blended Families
August 27, 2013 Adoption Questions We Wish We Weren’t Asked Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
August 19, 2013 Dating Qualifications: So You'd Like to go out With Someone... Elizabeth Elgersma, MSW, LCSW Dating, Living Single, Dating Well, Marriage Preparation, Sex & Dating, Parenting, Parenting Teens, Sexuality, Sex & Dating
June 24, 2013 Divorce Without Despair Terry Top Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
May 20, 2013 Parenting: Inviting Picky Eaters to God's table Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
October 11, 2010 What Forgiveness Is Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict
October 4, 2010 What Forgiveness is Not Rev. Deb Koster Dating, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Grandparenting, Boundaries & Conflict
May 14, 2007 Everyday Evangelism Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Grandparenting, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Mentoring Faith
April 3, 2007 New Parents! Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids

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