Godly Parent
Helping you become the parent your kids deserve

To Discipline or Not To Discipline… That is the Question
Our 7-year-old son, Shane, is the life of the family. He loves to be funny, a prankster, and an all-around fun kid. And he loves to hide. We’ll be in a store, and Shane will disappear. In reality, he’s actually hiding around the corner or in-between the rack of...

Don’t Forget the Small Things
Two questions for you... Are you ready for them? 1. Have you ever dreamed up some great ideas for how you could show love to your kids or your spouse in simple ways? Maybe to take them to their favorite place to eat... write them a love note to hide somewhere for...

A Contribution to the World As Unique As You Are
Psalm 119:73 Thy hands have made me and fashioned me. Last week, our family went to see the new movie, The Greatest Showman. We had heard some positive things about it and thought that we would give it a try for ourselves. And I’d have to say, in my opinion, it did...

How to Be Your Child’s Hero in 2018
Every child needs a hero. I can remember that growing up I had two heroes - my Dad and Michael Jordan. I wanted so bad to be the next MJ and one day play in the NBA. I also wanted to become a pastor like my father. (One of the two came true.) In addition...

5 Benefits of Dating Your Spouse That You’re Missing Out On
In recent years, my wife and I have re-established the habit of regular date nights. And we've found that going out 2-3 times a month, if not weekly, has become a very positive thing for our marriage. (here's how we make it happen) Sadly, many couples lose weeks,...

How to Help Your Kids Fall in Love with the Bible
Three things that God has given to every Christian are His Son (to die for us), His Spirit (to live within us), and His Word (to teach and direct us). All three are vitally important to our walk with God, and every believer, including children, should have a love and...

5 Dangerous Misconceptions Every Church Staff Needs to Mentally Avoid
Having served in the full-time ministry for the last 16 years, I can relate to the struggles and challenges that ministers often face. I understand that it can be very easy for life and ministry to quickly mesh into one, and not always in a good way. And if you’re...

4 Killers You MUST Teach Your Kids to Avoid
Psalm 107:17 Fools, because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted. You don’t have to look far to see people all around who are afflicted by their own self-inflicted choices. Choices that have defeated them, enslaved them, and...

How to Tell If You’re In Control of Your Kids (or the other way around)
Here are 5 simple ways to tell if you are in control of your kids or the other way around. Are any of these things happening in your home? Your kids are telling you "no", and it goes unchallenged or undisciplined. They may even hit you, scream at you, or defiantly run...

5 Things To Pray for Your Kids BEFORE You Need To
Over the years I've had multiple parents who've sat across from me in my office and expressed dire concern for a child who is on a foolish path. And their question is always the same - "What do we need to do?" While sometimes there are practical steps that can be...