None of us are comfortable with conflict and confrontation, although it’s a part of our daily lives. There can be conflict between spouses, siblings, employees…everyone. Even though we try to avoid confrontation, we still find ourselves facing conflict. The Bible tells us why there is conflict. What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they […]
By definition, stress is a “state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in one’s life or work.” It can be caused by difficult or very overwhelming circumstances. Stress is not unique to this generation, but it’s more prevalent today than in former generations. Stress comes from everywhere; outside the family and within the
Self-control is a fruit of the spirit talked about in the Bible. Self-control refers to the ability to govern one’s own actions, words, and decisions. Being able to choose wisdom over wants or desires shows self-discipline and maturity. Proverbs 25:28 says that a man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without
When we are born, we are “hard-wired” for basic emotions. These emotions include anger, disgust, fear, joy, sadness, and surprise. Adults learn to control these hard-wired emotions throughout life. However, children need help in learning to regulate these emotions, beginning in infancy. You help by comforting your child when he/she is feeling overwhelmed by feelings.
As parents, our job is to instruct and teach our children. God is our example as He teaches and instructs us as His children. Psalm 32:8 reveals the heart of God. I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Through
There are people who we know who might be labeled toxic. How do you know if someone is toxic? How can you identify toxic behavior? Toxic people have many traits in common. Most toxic behavior is designed to fill an emotional need. Toxic people have usually been through some type of trauma or neglect, and
Your responsibility as a parent is to discipline your child. It proves that you love and delight in him/her. This is the example set by our Heavenly Father when we are His children. He disciplines us because He loves us. My child, don’t reject the LORD’s discipline, and don’t be upset when he corrects you. For the
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When you have a loving relationship with someone, you want to spend time with that person. You desire to know everything this person thinks and feels. You ask questions and you listen. You look forward to being together…..just the two of you. You miss this person when you are unable to meet, and eagerly look
Written by: Dr. Kim Jessie, DMin God gives each person who believes in Him a divine purpose that is encouraged by the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit and accomplished through the gifts, talents and abilities bestowed upon that person by the Spirit. Multiple gifting lists are found in Scripture. The gifts are distributed as
Discipline is a topic that concerns every parent and it’s an area in which parents are least sure. Providing discipline is important for your child’s overall development and helps to guide him/her in making the right decisions. Because of its importance, the task of shaping your child’s will requires your daily commitment. In order to
Effective communication is important to the happiness and well-being of a family. Researchers tell us that we communicate in the following ways: • 7% of what we communicate to others is through our words. • 33% of what we communicate to others is through our tone of voice. • 60% of what we communicate to
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Idolatry is the act of worshipping or desiring something or someone above God. In the Ten Commandments given to Moses, God said, “There shall be no other Gods before Me.” This commandment refers to idolatry. He knew that people would fall into idolatry easily and it would cost them greatly. Many people worship or desire