Dollars and Sense: Teaching Children to Handle Money
In the early 1700s, two men developed distinct reputations for themselves–one was Jonathan Edwards, a man of integrity, refinement and Christian character…
The Scourge of Sibling Rivalry
If American parents were asked to indicate the most irritating feature of child-rearing, I’m convinced that sibling rivalry would get their unanimous…
Questions Parents Ask About Self-Esteem
Human worth in our society is carefully reserved for those who meet certain rigid specifications. The beautiful people are born with it;…
Teaching Children to Be Kind
I was recently asked to respond to the question “What one feature should be changed in Western culture in order to produce…
The Invasion of Childhood Innocence
The warm summer breeze wafted across the screened porch carrying the sweet smell of honeysuckle. The night air was filled with the…
Spending Time With Your Kids
DADDY, HOW MUCH DO YOU MAKE AN HOUR? “Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is…
The Family Game Plan
I discovered a spiritual truth, of all places, in the comic strip “Peanuts.” A disappointed Charlie Brown finds himself sitting on…
Whatever Happened to Values
For four consecutive years, I was invited to speak to the sophomore health class of a local high school on…
Preparing a Child For Life
There are no perfect parents. No one knows that better than someone who is a parent. When you’re growing up, you…
Developing Discipline in Kids
Before we can develop discipline in our kids, we must understand the concept of discipline. The word brings to mind such…