A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous. Proverbs 13:22, NLT Whatever we do leaves a deposit that will affect our children—for good or ill. Next time temptation hits, say out loud, “Whatever I do will impact my children and their children and their… Read More
Growing good citizens
I am God—yes, I Am. I haven’t changed… Malachi 3:6 (The Message) God has given us laws to live by; we know what they are. And we know we’re going to mess up. He has a plan in place for that as well: love, grace, and mercy. His people know exactly where they stand with… Read More
Parental discipline instills power and expertise
We are born with little power or expertise—we depend on those around us for everything. As we grow, we internalize and identify with how things are done, and we develop coping mechanisms based on our experiences. The power a child needs as he grows into adulthood comes from his early identification with authority. Were his… Read More
Colossians 3:20-21 R-E-S-P-E-C-T
If we put the words of the Lord in our hearts, if we put them in the forefront of everything we see , if we let them light up our hearts, (Proverbs 4:20-23) then LOVE will be the guide of all that we do. A big part of love is showing respect for each other. Let’s… Read More
Our parents influence us
Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you. Exodus 20:12 (NLT) Your parents taught you about nurture, safety, provision, authority, parenting—not just by their words, but in how they acted and reacted to you, to each other, and to others. You… Read More
Is that all there is to life?
I watched a TV drama focused on harming children–a representation cause and effect, like dominos, as only happens on television. Or does it? After trying for two long days and nights to stop her baby’s fussing, a young single mother accidentally smothers her child as she carries the crying baby back and forth, wrapped in… Read More
Decorating the tree–alone!
I had the “privilege” of decorating our Christmas tree this year without the help of any children. Even as an adult, one daughter always participated in the fun of putting up the family tree until she had a home of her own. By that time, I had grandchildren nearby that were aching for a chance… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 