Encouragement from a Dad Who’s Been There

Hey, dads!  I’ve been thinking a lot about you lately. You see, Lynne and I have this amazing opportunity to speak to groups of parents

When Kids Want it NOW!!!

“I want it! Can I have it? I want it NOW!”Regardless of how articulate your teen or toddler may be, most parents are familiar with

6 Practical Ways To Show Love to Kids

When discipline aims at quick fixes to the behavior, it tends to be short-sighted, random, punitive, and unpredictable. Are you longing to find a different

Would Jesus Say “Black Lives Matter”?

I believe that if Jesus came to us today, he would in some way say to all of us, “Black lives matter!* Be humble, listen,

Advice for Dads

Dear Dads, We are a big deal.   Our kids look up to us in a unique way. They need our affirmation and approval. Statistics show

The Power of Defiance

Jesus was defiant. He defied Satan’s temptation. He defied the religious structures of the day. He defied legalism. He even defied death. One of our

What to Do When I Don’t Approve of My Child’s Friends

Peer relationships carry increasing influence as children grow up. And sometimes, these relationships can be reason for parents to feel increasingly anxious. Kids may choose

How Do Your Kids Feel When You Discipline Them?

Try asking yourself: What do you think your children are learning about themselves based on how you treat them? How do you think your kids

Are You Punishing Your Child for Following Your Example?

One of the Biggest Deterrents to Effective Discipline…

How I Got My Kids to Obey Immediately… and Why I Stopped

I remember like yesterday walking in the door after work to what I believed were out-of-control children in my wife’s care. She’d lean into me

Learning to See Love Through Your Kids’ Eyes

The widowed captain never stopped loving his kids. But the way he loved them wasn’t landing on their hearts. He couldn’t see his love through their