by Andrew | Sep 8, 2019 | Kids & Family
From the time they were just a baby, one of our four children had a will that was noticeably stronger than the others. I can remember the days of them growing up and getting in trouble time and time again because of their stubbornness and unwillingness to conform....
by Andrew | Aug 18, 2019 | Kids & Family
There are many characteristics that I would like to be used to describe my children – responsible, kind, generous, forgiving, etc. However, according to scripture, there is surprisingly only one characteristic that God prioritizes as a requirement for children...
by Andrew | Aug 4, 2019 | Kids & Family
I can remember the days when our children were young, and my wife would come home from grocery shopping rattling off the list of infractions our children were guilty of while in the store. The list often included misdemeanors (or misbehaviors) like arguing with each...
by Andrew | Jul 28, 2019 | Kids & Family
Every family has their “secret sauce”. You know, the stuff that makes family life fun and enjoyable. And it’s different for every family. In our family, some of the things that we’ve found that our kids enjoy the most are sharing good food, spending quality time...
by Andrew | Jul 14, 2019 | Kids & Family, Ministry & Leadership
This past week, our family was able to take our second missions trip to Grenada, West Indies, with a group from our church. This was an evangelistic trip that included doing VBS during the mornings, and street preaching and evangelism at night. It was an amazing...
by Andrew | Jun 30, 2019 | Kids & Family
Do you remember ‘the good old days’? You know, the days when television was in black and white, and your parents didn’t have to worry about what you watched… or where you were? A time when telephones weren’t in people’s pockets, but only attached to...
by Andrew | Jun 23, 2019 | Kids & Family
Do things in your life ever go wrong, and you just don’t have the ability to personally fix them? I’m the kind of guy who likes to get things done. You know, a checklist guy… so what gets put on the list eventually gets done. I enjoy the sense of accomplishment...
by Andrew | Jun 16, 2019 | Kids & Family
Ever since our children were young, we have tried to reserve the moments at the end of the day right before going to bed as a special time. Not every night, but multiple nights a week, we try to have some times of family conversation, prayer, or some form of...
by Andrew | May 10, 2019 | Kids & Family
For thinking about me, praying for me, and dreaming about who I would one day become before you even knew me… thanks, Mom. For carrying me in your womb and all of the inconveniences you endured for nine months to bring me into this world… thanks, Mom. For going...
by Andrew | Apr 28, 2019 | Children's Ministry, Kids & Family
Throughout this month, I’ve been answering your reader questions… Today’s Question – What are the pros and cons of various modes of education, and how can a parent evaluate which is best? It’s the age-old question in Christian circles, and everybody seems...
by Andrew | Apr 7, 2019 | Children's Ministry, Kids & Family
Throughout the month of April, I’m answering your reader questions… Today’s question – Is it important to involve my children in a Sunday School or small group? Why or why not? Children learn in many different ways through various sources, people,...
by Andrew | Apr 1, 2019 | Children's Ministry, Kids & Family
Recently, I asked my readers for questions they would like to be answered on GodlyParent.com. Throughout this month I am addressing one of these questions each week. Today’s question – What should a parent do when they find out their child is being bullied?...
by Andrew | Mar 24, 2019 | Kids & Family
What are some things that your children know they can expect from you as a parent? (Outside of you putting food on the table, a roof over their head, and clothes on their back) In addition to knowing your family schedule, your rules, your expectations, and your...
by Andrew | Mar 17, 2019 | Kids & Family
We see it often… parents who try to pursue success for their children at all costs, sometimes ultimately and sadly, costing them and their children more than anyone else. This past week revealed yet another example of this as many well-known parents, including...
by Andrew | Mar 10, 2019 | Kids & Family
Do you ever get frustrated as a parent that your kids aren’t helping around the house as much as you’d like them to? Do you ever wonder, why can’t I get my child to show any initiative? I think it’s pretty common for all of us… Here are some super practical ways to...
