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Parents, Teens and Sex

Rebecca Hagelin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:19:00 GMT

Recently I asked a beautiful teenage girl who is very bold about her stance for purity what motivates her to hold her ground. She said simply, "My sense of morality, which is based on my faith and the values my mother and father have taught me." Parents, you are a huge influence on your teens...

How Do I Stop Losing it With My Kids?

William P. Smith, M.Div., Ph.D. — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Dinner is late again, and the living room looks like a failed disaster relief effort. You ask your son to put away his part of the mess, but he ignores you...

Are You Parenting with Faith?

Sharon Beth Brani — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:05:00 GMT

Whenever I look ahead I tend to get fearful. Doubts arise and questions pepper my thoughts. How will I ever afford college? How will I be able to weather those teenage struggles?

Never Give Up Parenting a Difficult Teen

Mark Gregston — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:54:00 GMT

You may right now be thinking, "I've been pushing against this wall forever…I just can't do it anymore." But let me encourage you to never give up…keep parenting, even when the going with your troubled teen gets toughest...

Of Marshmallows and Wise Money Management

Matt Bell — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Would you like to raise your children to be wise money managers? Teach them to be two-marshmallow kids...

Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Proves Entertaining But Not Revelatory

Christa Banister — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Instead of focusing on Michael Jackson's private life or his particular oddities, This Is It is really all about the music and a farewell tour that'll never see the light of day, a move that ultimately casts Jackson, and his legacy, in a more favorable light.

Appealing Aesthetics and Emotional Depth Propel "Astro Boy"

Christa Banister — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT

There's a surprisingly human element woven in with the science of Astro Boy. Not only does the protagonist make many self-sacrificing choices, but his underlying desire to connect with others is something that virtually anyone can relate to.

"Amelia" Chases a Dream in the Clouds

Christian Hamaker — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Considering the talent involved, Amelia should have been better. Director Mira Nair's previous film, The Namesake, was both sumptuous and meaningful. Here, Nair has taken on a quintessentially American story, meant to be inspiring but which instead comes across as empty.

Not Just Child's Play in "Where the Wild Things Are"

Christa Banister — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:01:00 GMT

Even with two talented writers onboard and a mostly faithful rendering of this seminal coming-of-age story, Where the Wild Things Are is ultimately big on imagination and arresting visuals but seriously slight of script.

Truth Feels Contrived in "The Boys Are Back"

Jeffrey Huston — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It's not impossible for Hollywood to take a true story and do it justice, but it's rare. Some films are able to capture the essence of truth, while most others are just pretenders. Sadly, and despite admirable intentions, The Boys Are Back is the latter.

Teen Boys Drink, Fight More, Girls Less, When Playing Sports

Jim Liebelt — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:29:00 GMT

A new study finds teen boys who play sports engage in more at-risk behaviors. For girl athletes, team sports have a protective benefit when it comes to at-risk behaviors.

Proof of How Easy It Is to Buy Marijuana in California

John Shore — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:27:00 GMT

You write a check; you get a prescription. Badda-bing, badda-bong.

The Two Shall Become One, Part Four

Peter Beck — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:16:00 GMT

The question of gender roles within the institution of marriage is also sure to pique interest. Strong feelings exist one way or the other concerning the husband/wife relationship within the home.

What the Church Can Learn from Sesame Street

Russell Moore — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:30:00 GMT

What would happen if our churches were to recognize our role in showing people the future, not just in our teaching and in our going but in our being?

Special New Orleans Event: Beignets and Theology with Russell Moore

Russell Moore — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:04:00 GMT

I just decided (as in, about 5 mins. ago) to do a special mini-lecture for the first twenty people who sign up to come to New Orleans on Wed. Novemeber 18 at 6pm.

Discuss Links for Parenting

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Dr. John Rosemond on Disciplining Your Child Successfully

Whitney Hopler — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:08:00 GMT

If you're struggling to get your kids to behave well, there's hope. Dr. John Rosemond's book The Well-Behaved Child offers practical ways parents can discipline kids successfully.

Not So Fast: Slowing Down the Busy Family

Mark Earley — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:38:00 GMT

Of all the groups most affected by the busyness epidemic—perhaps the American family has been the worst hit. Under all the self-assumed pressure, something gets buried. And it just might be our souls.

Parenting with Love and Logic

Foster Cline, MD and Jim Fay — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Parenting with Love and Logic shows readers how to raise self-confident, motivated children who are ready for the real world. Learn how to parent effectively while teaching children responsibility. Establish healthy control without anger, threats, nagging, or power struggles.

Will Babies with Down Syndrome Just Disappear?

Albert Mohler — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:33:00 GMT

Over the past several years, a marked decrease in the number of babies born with Down syndrome has been both observed and widely reported. This decrease can be traced directly to the decision to abort after prenatal diagnosis.

Perinatal Hospice: From Womb to Grave with Love

Chuck Colson — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 02:03:00 GMT

The hospice movement is a wonderful expression of the culture of life. In a very encouraging development, the movement is growing up in an unexpected way.

Forgotten Families? A Visit to Death Row

Kathi Macias — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:43:00 GMT

Guilty or not, repentant or not, most prisoners have families somewhere...

The Value of Teaching Children about Money

Chuck Bentley — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:09:00 GMT

Even more important than understanding the basics of making and spending money, children need to learn what the Bible says about money and how it affects our spiritual lives...

Daughters under Siege

Rebecca Hagelin — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:27:00 GMT

Some sex education programs teach young women that the way to get ahead in the world is not through their grace, or goodness, or intelligence - but through their sexual power.

Christian Alternatives for October 31st

Kathi Macias — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:41:00 GMT

Halloween always brings up some of the same questions I faced when I first became a believer in 1974...

Help Your Son Develop Healthy Emotions

Elisabeth K. Corcoran — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:41:00 GMT

I'm the kind of girl who can name what I'm feeling, even if it's seventeen feelings all at once. And as a mom, I believe it's my responsibility to send my kids out into the world knowing what they feel about something and how to express it in a healthy way.

It’s Time to Change How You Interact with Your Adult Child

Allison Bottke — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:14:00 GMT

Let's look at two ways we need to implement the decision we've made to stop enabling and set boundaries for our adult children...

Making Sense of Adolescence!

Dr. David B. Hawkins — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Scripture tells us that the man (or woman) whose home is filled with children is truly blessed. But recently I received the following email from a woman, grasping for help with her adolescent daughter...

Daughters under Siege

Rebecca Hagelin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:27:00 GMT

Some sex education programs teach young women that the way to get ahead in the world is not through their grace, or goodness, or intelligence - but through their sexual power.

Pray for Your Adult Children

Whitney Hopler — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:22:00 GMT

Praying for your adult children will connect you to the only perfect Parent – God – and invite Him to act powerfully in their lives...

Sleepy, "Lazy" Teenagers?

Dr. Joseph J. Horton — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:54:00 GMT

A simple approach to improving both discipline and academics in schools is to start the school day later.

Conquering Your Fears

Betsy St. Amant — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:13:00 GMT

While I enjoy dressing up my baby girl and taking her to the church carnival, I don't enjoy Halloween. I don't like to be afraid...

Finding "Comfort" in the Crisis

Cindi McMenamin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:14:00 GMT

Whether they be complicated or simple, with long-term effects or temporary, trials and frustrations can hinder our spiritual growth, causing bitterness, self-pity and emotional hang ups, or they can be catalysts for growth and maps to finding eternal treasure...

It’s Time to Change How You Interact with Your Adult Child

Allison Bottke — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 03:14:00 GMT

Let's look at two ways we need to implement the decision we've made to stop enabling and set boundaries for our adult children...

Waiting for God’s "Immeasurably More"

Cindi McMenamin — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:39:00 GMT

Lori was choosing to stay in a dating relationship that was clearly unhealthy and unsafe. I knew God had more in store for Lori. But Lori apparently didn't believe that...

Showing Love to Widows

Diana Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 02:46:00 GMT

Need some fresh ideas for demonstrating pure religion by ministering to widows in your church?