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Helping children reach their potential
A look at how the church can help close the achievement gap and help children reach their potential.
Neil Stavem on
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Learning values from our children
Some of the most intellectual and profound insights we'll ever hear can come from conversations with our children.
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Confident kids
You can praise, pass out certificates and stickers, clap and give your undivided attention, but you cannot “give” your child confidence.
Jodi Murphy on
Switching off your child
The average child spends 7.5 hours using electronic devices a day. Is it time to switch off?
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Praising effort vs. ability
“Research suggests that when parents praise effort vs. ability, children develop a stronger work ethic and become more motivated.” Let's broaden the scope.
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Kindness counts
Most parents want their children to be kind to others. But what are the benefits to being kind?
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Memories: “Do you remember when…?”
Want to instill better coping skills and problem-solving abilities in your kids? Encourage them to reminisce over their memories.
Never, never, never give up
Instilling the quality of perseverance in your child.
Worrying child
John and Kendra Smiley share advice for how parents can encourage a child who is prone to worrying.
Praying for a sun-stand-still faith
I'm praying I have a child with audacious faith.
Our God, the One who does the impossible
Are fear and loneliness weighing you down? Let's take a moment to dwell on how powerful God is.
Put an end to emotional abuse
Emotional abuse is aimed at disrespecting and controlling a person. Dr. Linda Mintle explains what it is and how to recognize if it's happening to you.
Holy Week transformed the Jewish temple, and it can transform you
As you prepare for Easter, let's consider the value of Holy Week, and how Jesus's impact continually reverberates around the world.