Enriching the Soil of Your Life
“I know that many would choose not to hear what I say in the article, but your children need you to hear this message. Even if you disagree with my perspective, please, just follow the recommendations at the end of the article. Once you see the positive changes in your child’s life, you will understand why I say what I say!” ~V.P.
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My heart is breaking for the souls of our children. And, yes, there might be a negative reaction from readers on what I need to say on this topic.
I need to speak the truth, for what is the use of a blog if not to influence our culture? Please do not confuse this with me thinking I have all the answers. I know I don’t, but there is so much trouble ahead for the children, families and for our country. …
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(While sleepovers are not a black and white issue, this thought-provoking post by Angie Tolpin of Courageous Mom may help you make a decision based upon the convictions the Lord impresses into your heart. And for those wondering, our family did not do sleepovers either for the same reasons.)
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Success.
Every parent wants to raise “successful children.” The irony is that as important as success is to parents, very few of us actually know how to help our children achieve it. I know I didn’t and had to ask for help! Not only that, we are confused about what actual success is and are only aiming for the end results, missing the means by which to attain it.
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At the news of every child’s birth, what’s the first question we ask about the baby – even before we ask if the baby is healthy? We want to know if it’s a boy or girl!
Knowing the sex of the child is the first way we begin to connect with and understand the new human being. To be human is to be gendered – male or female. And one of the most important jobs of a parent is to help their children develop as healthy boys or girls and into strong, confident men and women.
How do we as Christian parents keep our children from gender confusion and teach them about gender and gender distinction in light of the huge cultural and moral shift that has been taking place?
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“Kids today…” It’s a phrase I’ve heard more than once from small business owners who are hiring. They are referring to employees in their 20s who threaten to quit or complain soon after starting because the workload or the work itself isn’t quite as expected to be doing at this age and stage.
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