by Andrew | May 17, 2021 | Children's Ministry, Kids & Family
When God calls someone to the life of being a Christian, it is a calling to what is meant to be the most joy-filled and positive experience that any person can EVER know this side of eternity. Our sins are forgiven, our hope is in Christ, and our eternity in heaven is...
by Andrew | May 9, 2021 | Kids & Family
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” Proverbs 18:21 I can remember it clearly as a young boy when our family would go shopping at Northwoods Mall in Peoria, IL. On a few occasions, I would see someone smoking, and I can still remember Dad...
by Andrew | May 1, 2021 | Kids & Family
Wisdom from the Scriptures tells us that when children are properly corrected and disciplined (as our Heavenly Father does for us), it is meant to produce ‘the peaceable fruit of righteousness.’ (Hebrews 12:11) Here are a couple of rhetorical questions: When...
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....
