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I have a wise friend who often quotes her mother’s words to her: “The toddler you allow today is the teen you live with tomorrow.” Amen, sister. That’s some wisdom right there. My husband and I are standing on the cusp of the teen years for the third and fourth time. Somehow, wisdom is always…
Seven Fabulous Christian Children’s Magazines
I love magazines. They’re like dessert–graphic, engaging, and fun to read. My kids have picked up my love of magazines from me (and who doesn’t love receiving mail?), and I thought I’d share my favorite Christian children’s magazines with you. (Full disclosure: I’ve written for a number of these magazines.) If you’re looking for magazines…
Add a Little Theology to Your Child’s Summer Reading
In Koine Greek, the language of the New Testament, the word “Theos” means “God” and “ology” means “the study of.” Theology, then, just means “the study of God.” We study God by reading the Bible, which is all about Him. We also study Him by committing to understand good theology and doctrine, making certain that our…
Developing A Daily Spiritual Rhythm
I never forget to brush my teeth. Every morning I go straight to the sink and scrub them. Every evening before bed I brush them again. It’s a rhythm–something I’ve been doing since I was very small. I have other rhythms in my life as well. Breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner are at {mostly} set…
How To Help Kids Sit Through Church
My two youngest boys were six and seven years old when I heard arguing from the bathroom. I sighed. After all, they were supposed to be peacefully brushing their teeth. They emerged together moments later. “Mom,” they said calmly, “we need you to explain something to us so we know who’s right. Was the burning…