Practical Biblical Solutions
Five Reasons We Misunderstand and Misinterpret Our Spouse: Even When We Think We’re Being Clear
How many times have you thought you were communicating clearly, only to discover that your words were taken in a way you never could have imagined—and likely, more negatively? Here are 5 explanations as to why communication that, however carefully delivered, might be quite different from what your mate actually heard: [...]
Get To Calm: When Your Kids Make You Want to Scream
Introduction: Most parents yell at their kids and are fairly astute at giving excuses for their behavior. We all know, however, that we shouldn’t yell and that it has a long-term, negative impact on our kids. This lesson is focused on stopping the behavior. Why? BECAUSE IT IS WRONG AND DOESN”T [...]
The Authoritarian and Permissive Parent
Signs of an Authoritarian Parent: “It’s my way or the highway” It's characterized by rigid rules and high demands. Authoritarian parents have high standards and can be highly critical when those standards aren't met. They also tend to offer less emotional warmth compared to authoritative parents. You have little patience [...]
Communicate or Disintegrate!
Key Thought The process of becoming one depends heavily on a couple’s ability to communicate effectively with one another. It is the lifeblood of a healthy and growing relationship. Without it, a marriage will weaken and die. What is effective communication? The process of listening and talking with one another [...]
How Open is Your Child’s Spirit?
Laying a good foundation during your child’s formative years is critically important in determining who and what they will become as adults. Key Thought: The single most prevalent cause for disharmony within family relationships is a closed spirit. What is a Closed Spirit? “The tongue that brings healing is a [...]
How to Motivate Your Child
Laying a good foundation during your child’s formative years is critically important in determining who and what they will become as an adult. Key Thought: A biblical parent must consistently attempt to motivate their child toward godly behavior by supplying one or a combination of three basic motives: 1) the [...]