In Hard Conversations, Keep Anger Out of It
It can be incredibly frustrating to have a conversation with someone who has a different opinion than you—now imagine that person is your daughter! As our girls … Read More
Replacing a Divisive Heart with the Fruit of the Spirit
“You’re so stubborn you’d argue with a fence post!” We get a good laugh out of this saying, but the root of the issue here is not … Read More
Forgiveness: A Key to Shifting from Shame to Redemption
Is your girl growing up in a faith culture of redemption or shame? Young Christians often view the faith as a list of “do’s and don’ts”—all rules, … Read More
Gentle Accountability & Prayer Can Combat Her Anger Problem
Does your daughter tend toward outbursts of anger when she’s frustrated or uncomfortable? While these are a natural part of the maturing process for a girl, making … Read More
When Public Conversation Declines, Teach Her to Rise Above
Today’s world seems fraught with unkind words from cable news to online conversations. This decline in civility can be confusing to your girl. Uncharitable words and inconsiderate … Read More
No Matter the Blessing, We Respond in Gratitude
Have you ever heard about Common Grace? This is the reality that God has some blessings for both those who love Him and those who reject Him. … Read More
Generosity Comes out of an Overflow of Love & Grace from God
“Tis better to give than to receive!” is an age-old cliché, but it holds some truth! Generosity really does feel good! Jesus is the greatest gift we … Read More
Why Follow Through & Follow Up Matter in Spreading the Gospel
In an honest moment, have you ever confessed, “I completely dropped the ball on that one”? While we’ve all done it, making a practice of “dropping the … Read More
God is One Who Guides Your Girl Even Through Seasons of Grief
“God is a God who…” We could follow this phrase with many aspects of God’s Character. But in times of loss and grieving, how do you lead … Read More
When Salty Words Communicate Christ More than Sass
Having the last word, the hot take, or the good comeback seemingly drives our communication these days, especially online. Society elevates the one who can render another … Read More
When the Enemy Plants Division, The Holy Spirit Empowers with Unity
Division is not God’s plan for humanity. In fact, He is constantly working to unify us in His love, His Spirit. But where God gathers, the enemy … Read More
God’s Goodness Isn’t Zero Sum, so Spread His Love Freely!
There’s a term in game theory known as “zero-sum thinking.” This mindset believes that if a situation benefits one person, that must mean cost someone else—in essence, … Read More