by Andrew | Apr 25, 2021 | Kids & Family
There’s a phrase that can be heard almost anywhere at any time where parents and children are present if you’ll listen for it. And it’s one of the most dangerous phrases used in parenting. In general, the scenario goes like this – little Johnny does...
by Andrew | Apr 18, 2021 | Kids & Family
The front door swung open and the first words I heard were these, “She hates me, and I don’t know why.” One of our kids had been hurt by a friend at school, and an important conversation followed. It’s inevitable, your kids are going to get hurt by...
by Andrew | Apr 10, 2021 | Kids & Family
On many occasions, I’ve talked to parents who feel totally inadequate for the task of raising their children. Parenting seems overwhelming, and as the responsibilities pile up, so does the frustration and feelings of inadequacy. Have you ever been there yourself?...
by Andrew | Apr 5, 2021 | Kids & Family, Marriage
How can parents resolve parenting issues when they are not on the same page? The longer you’re a parent, the more you realize that parenting brings out things in you as nothing else can, both the good and the bad. Sometimes parenting brings out feelings, emotions,...
by Andrew | Mar 20, 2021 | Children's Ministry, Kids & Family
II Timothy 3:15 “And that from a child though hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation…” After a heavy rainstorm filled all the potholes in the streets & alleys, a young mother watched her 2 little boys playing...
by Andrew | Mar 7, 2021 | Kids & Family
Galatians 5:14-15 “For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.” Living in a home with other sinners day in and day...
by Andrew | Feb 28, 2021 | Kids & Family
There are times when saying no is necessary. A man needs to know those times. As a father, there are times when saying no to things for a season doesn’t necessarily mean saying no to those things forever. It’s more of a ‘maybe just not right now’...
by Andrew | Feb 22, 2021 | Kids & Family
Every good parent wants to make their child happy. But what if a parent’s good intentions to bring happiness to their child is actually working against them in the long run? Here are five things that parents are often hesitant to do with their children either...
by Andrew | Feb 13, 2021 | Kids & Family, Marriage, Ministry & Leadership
As parents, my wife and I are still smack dab in the middle of our parenting journey. With one child away at college, three still at home, and two new foster kids, we are currently approaching parenting from a variety of different angles… and we’re loving...
by Andrew | Feb 6, 2021 | Kids & Family
There are generally 3 types of parents and parenting styles? While most parents are doing the best they can with what they know, many parents are doing one or the other – either over-parenting their children or under-parenting them. They’re either going...
by Andrew | Jan 31, 2021 | Kids & Family
Help! My child keeps lying… What should I do?… I recently received a message from a concerned mother who asked this question… “My child lies constantly. Do you have any advice?” This is a common question and frustration for many parents. The reality is...
by Andrew | Jan 24, 2021 | Kids & Family
I don’t often get super personal on the blog, but today is different. And I’m asking for your help… To many, she’s my wife, but to me, she’s my world. I don’t brag on her nearly as much as I should or could. But I choose to today....
by Andrew | Jan 11, 2021 | Kids & Family
Kids enjoy being shown they are loved just as much if not more than they enjoy being told they are loved. Here are 25 ways to tell your kids I love you without telling your kids “I love you”. Tickle them Wrestle with them Hug them Listen to them Tease them Play...
by Andrew | Jan 3, 2021 | Kids & Family
Thankfully the crazy year of 2020 is over! But with every ending also comes a new beginning. Just like a new unwritten page, 2021 brings with it the potential to be a fresh start for your family. So as you’re thinking through ideas and goals for the next 12...
by Andrew | Dec 28, 2020 | Kids & Family
Last year, our family went on a conversational journey together to think through what our family is all about, what we stand for, and what makes us uniquely who God created us to be as ‘Linders’. Over the course of multiple family meetings and discussions,...
