It takes intentionality and purpose these days to create Christ-centered homes that teach and train our children well. In this fallen world, the default mode is most definitely NOT biblical. A huge part of that training is equipping them with a biblical worldview. But what exactly is biblical worldview? Why is it important to teach it to our children? And how do we go about doing that? A worldview is simply our perspective, or assumption, on how the world works. Everyone has one because it's the way we see and experience the world through the lenses of our beliefs. Most of us aren’t even aware that we operate from a particular worldview, since it was formed uncritically and informally, but it influences everything- values, ... Read More...
6 Strategies To Stop Being An Angry Mom
Recently, I posted one of those "Throwback Thursday" photos on Facebook. 7 years ago, while I was in the thick of parenting a toddler and a colicky infant, we somehow found time for family portraits. I'm smiling in the picture, but beneath the surface I was a ticking time bomb. Quite often, I'd lose my temper with my son, saying unkind words and making threats I had no intention of following through on. I reacted badly to disobedience and became easily frustrated with what I perceived as slowness to complete tasks. I was an angry mom. As I look back on that photo now, I wish I hadn't been ruled by my emotions, and overlooked the special moments right in front of me. Anger towards our children can have serious consequences, not just ... Read More...
4 Ways To Disciple Your Children
In a world packed with parenting books, pop psychology and conflicting cultural messages, the Bible’s instructions for us are strikingly simple: tell them about the Lord, about His ways and about His Gospel. As mothers, we need to intentionally pour the Word of God into our children and teach them to obey it. This, in a nutshell, is discipleship. It’s much more than just taking your kids to church on Sunday. It means that you’re making the Bible an integral part of their daily lives. It's actively teaching, correcting, and modeling with God’s Word, in a loving way. Since the beginning of his life, you’ve been teaching your child how to do all sorts of different things. He’s depended on your instruction from everything to ... Read More...
3 Ways To Enjoy Staying Home With Your Kids
As a homeschool mom, I get asked frequently if there are ever days when I feel like I need a break. Other moms ask how I do it, staying home with my elementary aged kids all day. They could never deal with the constant noise and little people all needing something at the same time. They tell me they just don't have the personality for it. Quite honestly, I don't either. There really are some women out there who initially start homeschooling because they truly enjoy being with their kids all the time. That wasn't me. Not very long ago, I felt like I needed a break all the time. The thought of spending practically all of my waking hours with both my children was overwhelming. Even on good days, it was difficult to ... Read More...
4 Tips For Raising Kids Who Obey
As a mom, it's my job to confront the problem of disobedience head on. I’ll be honest, though; this problem seems awfully inconvenient at times. I would much rather slap a band-aid on the problem and continue on my merry way, than take the time to get to the root of it. All too often, I fall into the trap of being defensive instead of offensive when one of my kids misbehaves. I sacrifice the long-term goal of their behavior improving for good, for that short-term gain of momentary peace. If I’m constantly reacting to my child’s disrespect with disapproval, and correcting the problems when they arise, it’s not solving the heart issue at hand. I really shouldn’t react to their bad behavior as if I’m surprised by it. And I shouldn't always ... Read More...
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