O-B-E-Y obey your mom and dad; O-B-E-Y it makes them very glad. Listen to the words they say, obey your parents every day; O-B-E-Y obey your mom and dad. We used to sing this song every day with our girls when they were little (and on a few occasions as a good reminder even when they were not so little). Parents, why is it so important that our children obey us? Well, an obvious reason is to keep them safe. Additionally, it is also important for our kids to learn to submit to authority because they will have numerous situations
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Our children are always watching us, so let’s model for them a lifestyle of worship. Happy Sunday everyone! “Honor the Lord for the glory of His name. Worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness.” ~Psalm 29:2
Twenty years ago author Dr. Gary D. Chapman wrote a book entitled The Five Love Languages. This bestseller has since revolutionized the way that thousands of couples relate to one another (including me and my husband). Five years later he released a version of this teaching specifically geared towards parents and children called The Five Love Languages of Children. I consider this a must-read for any parent. Dr. Chapman’s research and insight provide valuable information that any parent can use to build and improve relationships with their kids. If you haven’t already read this book, then please consider adding
Perhaps you’ve never heard that word “knower” before today. I’m pretty sure you won’t find it in any dictionary. So what does it mean? When I use the word “knower,” I am referring to that little inner voice that guides us throughout the day. Instinct, intuition, leading of the Holy Spirit… I just like the term knower because I think it is an accurate description of how this functions. My knower lets me know when things are going well and alerts me when there is something or someone I need to give my attention to right away. (I also like
Dad, Daddy, Da-da, Papa, Pop, Pa, Father… no matter what name you call him, he is an incredibly important partner in the parenting team. Unfortunately, over the past several years, there has been a steady decline in the value of fathers in our society. Dads as characters in television shows and movies are often portrayed as incompetent or even unnecessary. Men are frequently referred to as “sperm donors” who have no other real function when it comes to raising children. What a sad situation we are in, especially since this was not God’s design. God’s plan is for children to