A first-century Roman proverb warns: “Money is like seawater: the more a man drinks, the thirstier he becomes.” Now, I don’t know if Jesus knew that saying — maybe He did. He certainly understood the principle, if His lifestyle is any indication. He kept it simple, trusted God, had what He needed, and didn’t covet…
Contagious Contentment
Want your kids to mature and derive joy through giving rather than keeping? Want them to become generous, giving, and gracious people? It starts with you. With your values. With your priorities. With your awareness that enough is enough. Contentment is contagious. Unfortunately, it’s also pretty rare. It’s all too easy for parents to communicate…
9 Family Fun Night Ideas
Here’s a radical concept: In order for your family to have fun together, they must spend time together. So get out of your comfort zone and breathe life, joy, and camaraderie into your family. –Dave Stone, Building Family Ties with Faith, Love & Laughter Whether you work away from home and your kids go to school…
Character Over Performance
Years ago when I began playing golf, I was fascinated with how far a golf ball can fly. Being young and limber at the time, my drives were pretty far – I just wasn’t always certain where they would end up! Soon after picking up the sport, I played golf with a man named Bill,…
Faith is Both a Noun and a Verb
When parents are fleshing out their faith and living out their days with joy and honesty, their children will be attracted to it. Children want something that is real; they want to follow someone who is genuine. Your example—in victories and challenges, in successes and sins, in forgiveness and accountability— can lead them toward an…
Which Way from Here?
Remember Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, when Alice came upon the Cheshire Cat sitting in the crook of a tree? “Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the cat. “I don’t much care where—” said Alice. “Then…
God’s Word for All Sorts of Moms
Maybe you have a blended family, and your kids are only with you some of the time. Then pray for the “other” mom to water the seeds you plant in your children. Maybe you’re a single mom in need of spiritual support. Then find hope and support in Psalm 68, where the Lord is described…