You might be the youngest child… or the oldest… or maybe you’re right in the middle. And, what about your children? Your oldest child may be a natural-born leader. Your middle child might be a good negotiator. And, yes, your “baby” is likely the entertainer of the family. You may even have a very mature “only” child at home. And, even though you can’t change the birth order of your kids, it’s still good to...
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Losing a job. . . marriage problems . . . health issues. Experiencing hardship in your life is like driving on a dark, winding mountain road. You can’t see what’s around the next curve. You’re scared and confused. But, when the darkness finally turns to light, and the winding road becomes straight, you may look back and see some good in the journey. So, the next time you experience hardship, try to focus on...
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If your teen is romantically involved, you should be involved in the process. Don’t ignore the situation and hope it will just run its course. Educate your teen about the importance of postponing intimacy until marriage, the dangers of date rape and sexually transmitted diseases, and the benefits of making wise decisions, even if those decisions aren’t always the popular choice. The best way to teach your teen...
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Yesterday, we talked about the dangers of following your heart. Today I’ll tell you 4 ways to lead it. First, check your heart. What do you value most? Where do you invest your time a nd money? Second, guard your heart. When something unhealthy threatens your heart, guard it against temptation. Third, set your heart. Set your thoughts on the important things in life—faith, family and friends. Fourth,...
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We hear it all the time… “follow your heart.” It sounds romantic. It sounds good. But authors Stephen and Alex Kendrick, in their book, The Love Dare, say the problem with following your heart is that you are just chasing whatever feels right at the moment, even though it may not be right. It means throwing caution to the wind and pursuing your latest whim, even though it may not be logical. The Kendricks...
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For the last four Mondays I’ve talked about lies that can hurt your child. The 5th lie parents tell their children is, “Every child should go to college.” It’s true that every child has unique talents and abilities that should be discovered, praised, and nurtured. But that doesn’t mean college is the right choice for everyone.Is college a good idea for your teen? If your child has a passion and flair for...
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Update: Moms, please note that you don't have to opt-in to the Espresso Minute to receive Operation Summer. We apologize for the inaccurate information in Wednesday's Family Minute and want you to know that you can easily access Operation Summer Lovin' 2013 resources and sign up to receive email updates here.
Just for today, tell your kids: I’ll forget about my to-do list and take you to the park. I will silence...
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