I am learning how to be a friend to those who have prodigal children. Being the parent of a teen or young adult (or even the spouse… Read more “Parenting a Prodigal”
Category: Parenting
Evil Sons
These verses terrify me: “And the LORD said to Samuel: “See, I am about to do something in Israel that will make the ears of everyone who… Read more “Evil Sons”
A Reward for the Baggage-Keepers
“The share of the man who stayed with the supplies is to be the same as that of him who went down to the battle. All will… Read more “A Reward for the Baggage-Keepers”
The Screwtape Letters, and one for Moms
Up next on the Thirsty Girls Book Club list, an old-time classic: The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. Yes, it was written in 1950’s era English and… Read more “The Screwtape Letters, and one for Moms”
Advent Acts of Kindness
I’m thinking about trying this with my kids. It seems like a good refocus. What do you think? Have you ever tried something like this? Advent Acts… Read more “Advent Acts of Kindness”
Phases of Parenting
Imagine dividing up parenting into phases. Andy Stanley* has suggested this breakdown: Ages 1-5 Discipline Ages 5-12 Training Ages 12-18 Coaching Ages 18+ Friendship I’ve been thinking… Read more “Phases of Parenting”
7 Hours. No Regrets.
“No, you don’t want our family to do that. Really? Are you sure?” I was very curious who my husband was talking to on the telephone! It… Read more “7 Hours. No Regrets.”
Mutual Submission and Marriage
Submit?! Arrrgh. The first book someone gave me on this topic was called “Me, Obey Him?” and I threw it across the room and resolved not to… Read more “Mutual Submission and Marriage”
On Brain Surgery and Other Dramas
12 years old. Kinda young for brain surgery, really. One of my best friend’s daughters is having brain surgery tomorrow, December 4th. Here she is – with… Read more “On Brain Surgery and Other Dramas”
Dear Moms, Jesus Wants You to Chill Out
I didn’t write this. A husband wrote it – one who has the presence of mind to see that one-up-manship is killing Moms. He is right…. I am reposting… Read more “Dear Moms, Jesus Wants You to Chill Out”
Mindy Clemons 