Parenting Kids

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.

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.

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.

Blessing our Family with Story

Rev. Deb Koster

Jesus loved a good story and so should we. Discover the value of learning your story and discovering how it intersects with God's big story of grace.

Navigating Grief: Families in the Shadow of Death

Rev. Dr. Steven Koster

Is your family grieving the loss of someone you love? Consider how you can help your family navigate the challenging emotions and experience God's comfort.

Helping Our Children Face Life's Disappointments

Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra

Life can often feel unfair. Using a biblical approach for facing disappointments lends perspective and helps us trust God even when things go wrong.

Helping Children Navigate Social Media Anxiety

Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW

Social media can contribute to our children's anxiety. Learn how to be an effective gatekeeper for helping your children discern how to use media well.
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 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 5, 2023 Growing Up in the Shadow of Addiction Jolene DeHeer Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
February 26, 2023 Blessing our Family with Story Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
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
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
November 30, 2022 Defusing Sibling Rivalry Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids
November 27, 2022 Sibling Conflict: Lessons from the Bible Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Discipline
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 7, 2022 Whose Homework is This? Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
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
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
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 15, 2022 The Gift of Sincere Faith Rev. Jason Ruis Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
June 8, 2022 How Do I Manage Frustration? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
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 1, 2022 Balancing the Mother Load Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
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 2, 2022 When Parents Fail Us Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Adults
January 23, 2022 How Do I Help My Child Process Trauma? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
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
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 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 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
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 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
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
January 27, 2021 Becoming a Shepherding Parent Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, 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
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
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 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 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 21, 2020 Help for Parents: Persevering Through Challenges Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Discipline
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 1, 2020 Things to Keep Doing While Under Self-Isolation Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
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
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 17, 2019 Creating Respectful Children in a Disrespectful World Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
October 23, 2019 Keeping Your Cool: Emotional Regulation For Parents Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Parenting, Parenting Kids
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 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
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 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 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 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
January 30, 2019 Praying For Our Children Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
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
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
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
August 22, 2018 How to Help a Grieving Child Mimi Larson Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
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
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
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
October 26, 2017 Life Skills: Teaching Children Empathy Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Parenting, Parenting Kids, 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
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
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
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
January 30, 2017 Evaluating our Schedule and Choosing to Cut Back Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
January 9, 2017 Helping a Child Grieve Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
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
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
June 9, 2016 Giving Our Blessing Dr. Robert Ritzema Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens, Parenting Adults
May 23, 2016 How to Spring Clean as a Family Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids
May 12, 2016 Delegation: Lessons from Moses in Sharing the Work Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
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 7, 2016 Teaching Your Children to Value Your Instruction Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
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
September 17, 2015 Equip Children for Learning Success Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids
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
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
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 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 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
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 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 11, 2014 Connecting with Grandparents: Blessed by Investment Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun, Grandparenting, Being In-Laws, Being Grandparents
November 5, 2014 Wants vs. Needs: The Entitlement Trap Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, Parenting Kids, Parenting Teens
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 12, 2014 Living the Beatitudes in our Families Rev. Deb Koster Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Spiritual Intimacy
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 8, 2014 Setting Family Goals with Dream Boards Kim Sullivan Parenting, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
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
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 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
January 16, 2014 Parenting: Fostering Sibling Connections Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids, Family Fun
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 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 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
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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