Calm Anxious Kids with God’s Word

Calm Anxious Kids with God's Word

Calm anxious kids with scripture. God’s Word tells us, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7). The way to relieve…

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Managing the Family Calendar

A calendar open to a monthly view graces the table beside a basket and steaming coffee. The text reads, "Managing the Family Calendar" and "FaithFirstParent.com," perfectly capturing the essence of organization.

Managing the family calendar is no easy task! Families are stretched to the max. Most are overwhelmed. How much is enough? My family is too busy! I’m exhausted and my kids are too! These are the comments often made by both moms and dads when talking about the family calendar. It’s so easy to get…

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Raising Brave Kids

A kid stands in front of a large aquarium tank, reaching out toward the glass. The tank is filled with clear blue water, coral formations, and a few fish swimming nearby. The scene is dimly lit, highlighting the enchanting underwater environment.

Are you raising courageous kids? Are they willing to try new things, meet new people, and embrace new opportunities to learn? Some children dive right into unfamiliar situations while others hold back. Both responses are totally normal for kids large and small. Bravery can be taught. There are many ways to encourage children to be courageous.…

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A Lesson in Patience from a Sloth

A sloth, embodying patience, slowly climbs a thin tree trunk in a dense, leafy forest. The branches and leaves obscure parts of the sloth, which blends into the natural green and brown surroundings as sunlight filters through the canopy above.

Scott and I were recently in Costa Rica. We went on an excursion to the rainforest, visiting a number of beautiful destinations and sights, including a conservation park. Our guide, Alejandro del Piero, was a wealth of information on the birds, insects, and animals in the park. The most unusual? The sloth. We saw a…

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10 Tips to Toss Out Worry, Chaos, and Confusion

“I’m anxious, all the time.” “It’s hard to sleep at night. I worry about everything.” “My heart pounds, my hands sweat, my stomach hurts. I’m so stressed out!” Make a change in 2018! Life can be hard, whether its an ill parent, a distant spouse, unruly kids or personal troubles. Sometimes it’s just too much…

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Finding Calm in the Chaos of Planning for Summer: 6 Questions

This is the beginning of the new series, March Madness for Moms. Let’s kick the month off with getting set for the summer months. There really can be a place of peace…calm in the chaos of making summer plans. Can you feel it in the air? The frenzy is beginning! The big question, ”What will the…

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Top 10 Tips for Stressed Out Moms

A woman in a red dress stands outdoors, looking up with hands clasped, as if seeking relief from feeling stressed. She is surrounded by tall grasses and blurred greenery, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

Spring should be a time of quiet renewal, a reawakening after a long winter. The weather is beautiful, birds are singing, daffodils are blooming. Sounds peaceful, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, May has become BUSY with the ending of school year events, summer activities beginning early, and sport team practices moving into high gear. Throw in a…

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A Time for Everything?

A colorful beach ball floats on clear, rippling blue water, capturing a timeless and playful summery scene.

May and September, the busiest months of the year for families with school-age children. September begins with endless forms to fill out, new activities and classes. May is the ending, the culmination of the year’s events. That said summer activities are just around the corner. After the busyness of the past nine months, why not…

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