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Parenting from God's Perspective
November 29th, 201012:34 AM ETBy Ann DunaganMission-Minded FAMILIES with Ann Dunagan If we really desire to be a "better parents" with a "better families" we need to look at life from God's perspective. Yes, God deeply loves and cares about our families. However, the end goal is not to produce amazing role-model kids, so others can put us on a pedestal. The goal is not for our famili... -
Black Friday, Money, and Missions
November 25th, 201010:42 PM ETBy Ann DunaganAs families, how we spend our money is a direct reflection of where our heart is focused. In the United States, the day after Thanksgiving is referred to as “Black Friday.” It’s often the CRAZIEST and busiest shopping day of the year. For many families, it’s the beginning of busy Christmas preparations, and annual traditions of giving . . ... -
A Mission Thought for Thanksgiving!
November 25th, 201008:26 AM ETBy Ann Dunagan“Why should anyone go back to the table for second’s or third’s, before everyone’s had a first helping?” — Imagine your whole family sitting down for a scrumptious Thanksgiving dinner. All of the relatives are eager to eat . . . but as you survey Grandma’s extra-long dining room table, complete with all the extension-pieces b... -
Am I Spoiling My Young Child?
November 24th, 201011:20 AM ETThe word "spoiled" is a loaded term, one that has many levels of meaning for us as parents. You may envision a nagging in-law saying your children are "spoiled," you may remember a kindly grandparent "spoiling" you as a young child, or an unruly, "spoiled" kid you see in the grocery store who throws a fit to get what he wants. In this article,... -
Hope For Your Teen
November 18th, 201004:55 PM ETSome time ago we remodeled our home. A project that was to last 6 months went on for nearly 30 months and the costs soared. Throughout the project we met workers that did a great job, but others who took advantage of us. They lied to us, conned us, made horrendous mistakes, broke promises, and caused much pain and hardship. I ask... -
Sassy Kids: How to Deal with a Mouthy Child
November 16th, 201004:33 PM ETAre you tired of disrespectful talk from your kids? Do your children respond with eye-rolling and sarcasm to everything you say? Most—if not all—kids go through phases when they are sassy, mouthy, or disrespectful. As a parent, it’s hard to know when to let it slide—and when to address the problem. James Lehman explains where to draw the li... -
Teen Girls in a Culture of Seduction
November 08th, 201002:31 PM ETTeenagers today live in a world of seduction and permissiveness. Sexual images are everywhere, not just in an occasional movie or magazine. Younger than ever, they are being torn between living a lifestyle that is deemed acceptable and desirable by their peer group, and doing what has been taught them by their families and church. More times ... -
Pitfalls of Adoption
November 08th, 201002:20 PM ETThis is National Adoption Awareness Month, and the 20th will be the 11th annual National Adoption Day. This year the adoption month theme is “You don’t have to be perfect to be a perfect parent.” Kids were made to be in a family, with real parents. No family is perfect, and I don’t think I have ever met a perfect parent, hav... -
Training Our Kids to Be Thankful
November 04th, 201007:29 AM ETBy Ann DunaganWith Thanksgiving just around the corner, it's a perfect time to remind our families about the importance of being grateful to God for His blessings and to train our children to be thankful. But as parents, it's not always easy. "Hey, that's not fair! You already got one-and-a-half more pieces than me!" Our 11-year-old glared at ... -
Bribing Kids vs. Rewarding Kids for Good Behavior: What's the Difference?
November 01st, 201004:35 PM ETMany parents wonder what the difference is between a bribe and a reward. After all, in both instances, your child is getting something for doing what you want him to do. But when is this helpful in teaching him better behavior, and when is it harmful? Parental Support Line Advisor, Erin Schlicher explains. “I’ll give you an Xbox if you’...
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