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How can I teach my children to resist temptation?
How Fathers Can Protect Their Sons and Daughters guard them from temptation As a father, you are the spiritual leader and protector of your family. Your own obedience to God is a key factor in protecting your sons and daughters from evil. If you fail morally, you will give Satan access to those ...How does God bring two young people from friendship to marriage?
From Friendship to Marriage God’s love displayed in the growth of a relationship The following story is the account of how my wife, Sarah, and I grew to know and love each other. Even more, it is the story of how our relationships with our heavenly Father grew through our commitment to wait on ...How can I make an effective appeal?
Effectively Appeal to Authorities seven guidelines for presenting an appeal God requires every one to be under authority. Children are to be under the authority and protection of their parents (see Ephesians 6:1–2); wives are to be submissive to their husbands (see Ephesians 5:22); employees ar ...Should little children be taught how to stand alone?
How a Young Girl Chose to “Stand Alone” a nine-year-old wisely rejected exposure to the occult Ashley* was invited to a friend’s home for a slumber party, along with eighteen other nine-year-old girls. She joyfully accepted the invitation and then went to the party. However, as the party began, ...Why does God allow my stepfather to show favoritism to others?
A thirteen-year-old girl was very bitter toward her stepfather. She believed that he showed favoritism toward others in the family. He also displayed anger toward her on many occasions, which hurt her deeply. One day she decided to run away to her birth father or, if she was unsuccessful in doi ...Why did God allow me to have a handicapped father?
The following testimony is given by a man who attended a counseling course and shared insights he found when he asked the question, “Why does God let bad things happen?” Like most young people, I found fault with my parents and rejected God’s design for my family. One serious problem was the fa ...What role does listening play in building trust with my child?
Reaching the Heart of Your Children tips for building friendship and trust through listening I love my children deeply, but there are times when I feel an emotional or spiritual distance from them, like they are drifting a little out of reach. Sometimes one or both of us are distracted or busy. ...What is the most important key in strengthening family relationships?
Strengthening Family Relationships discover the keys of prayer and love All too often, God’s people lose generation after generation to the distractions and cares of this life, bringing up children who leave faith behind as they reach adulthood. We want our children to continue on in the faith. ...What can I do if my child struggles with a birth defect?
Discerning God’s Purpose in Birth Defects facing the refining fire of unexpected trials Kay and I met as young people, and after two years of dating, we married. We both wanted to follow the Lord and longed for a closer walk with Him. We tried to make Christ the center of our home. Within the f ...Is there such a thing as a "perfect" family?
The Myth of the Perfect Family overcoming the dangers of comparison Do you ever feel the pressure of comparing your family with others and realizing that you do not measure up to what you see? We all have dreams of what our ideal family life would be. Sometimes these are prompted by “model” fam ...Is it possible to forgive an unfaithful husband?
From Ashes to Beauty how God is transforming a marriage and family Did you know there is a gift more costly than platinum and diamonds, and yet everyone can afford to give it? In time, it will cost the giver far more if it is not given. This gift makes us rich in relationships and causes us to ...How should I work through coming clean with my wife?
Take Responsibility for Moral Failure rebuilding a marriage damaged by hidden moral failure When you come clean with your wife by confessing moral failures, you will have a feeling of euphoria. It will seem as though hundreds of bricks have been taken off of your shoulders. You will even feel f ...How do you respond when a child faces prolonged physical challenges?
Encountering the Unexpected: Physical Challenges facing ongoing medical needs and finding God in the midst of pain My wife and I began our marriage with excitement, looking forward to serving together through an evangelistic ministry in prisons. All options seemed wide open, and with the birth ...How can we develop solid, loving relationships in our family?
Build Loving Family Relationships nuturing acceptance and understanding within the family One of the major struggles that most families experience is in the area of family relationships. Everyone experiences some level of conflict among family members, and if we allow these conflicts to go unre ...How can we as a family establish a ministry mind-set?
Establish a Ministry Mind-Set developing a joyful place of ministry for family and others Reaching out to others and seeking to help those in need are important aspects of a Christian’s life and character. From Scripture, it is clear that there are areas in which God wants us to be involved in ...How can I overcome a judgmental spirit?
Balancing Biblical Principles With Love overcoming a judgmental spirit As God worked in our family over the years, He convicted us to obey a number of Biblical principles. Our commitment to obey the Lord brought freedom to us because we loved the Lord and it allowed us to serve Him without dist ...How can I maintain an orderly home?
In the Muddle of a Mess keys for organizing the home The house was a mess. The kids had made toy creations with the babysitter the night before, and now they were strung from one end of the house to the other, awaiting my admiration. The girls’ new Christmas dolls had joined us for school and w ...How can I maintain a balanced, proper focus on my family?
Maintain a Family Focus investing time and love in your family Having a family focus begins with a decision to meet the needs within the family and to build healthy relationships between the family members. It may take time and effort to work through these issues, but giving the family this pri ...How can I gain and keep the hearts of my children?
Keep the Hearts of Your Children sharing struggles and resolving conflicts Before we can keep the hearts of our children, we must win their hearts. For a parent to have won a child’s heart is to have openness with him in which he feels secure in sharing his thoughts, ideas, and dreams, and is c ...How can I encourage my child?
Keys to Encouraging Your Children invest in your relationships We have found several ways to encourage our children. Show Unconditional Love “Receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God" (Romans 15:7). As parents, we have found that it is important to accept our chil ...