Parenting

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it" (Proverbs 22:6).

Raising a child can be a daunting and, at times, completely overwhelming task. Why not approach it with the help of the world's greatest repository of wisdom—the Bible?

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Teaching Your Preschooler About God

Our children are a wonderful gift from God, and it's our responsibility to teach them about Him. What are some of the ways we can teach our children about God?
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Pain - the Teacher

"Ouch, that hurts," are words that also mean "I will never do that again." We hope this teacher does not stay long.
Parenting: The Terrible Twos or the Terrific Twos?
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Parenting: The Terrible Twos or the Terrific Twos?

With all the stereotypes about 2-year-old children, what strategies can parents follow to help make this year terrific?
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Turning the Hearts...How Much is Your Child Worth?

One chemist computed the chemical content of our bodies and estimated our worth at only about 98 cents.
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What's Happening to Fathers?

Father's Day is now celebrated by numerous nations on the third Sunday of June. So we may appropriately ask: What changes are occurring in the family role of fathers?
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"Fatherhood"

There is praise for the man who goes out into space...
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Your Child's First Year: What Can You Expect?

So now you're a new parent. What adventures and surprises does the next year hold for you, your mate and your child? How can you build a foundation for future family success?
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Secrets of Strong Fathers

Dr. Meg Meeker's book Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters is filled with practical information on how you can build your father-daughter relationship. One of the best books available on the subject, it reveals 10 secrets every father should know:
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Playing the 'Dad Card'

Fathers, you may not realize it, but you matter more to your daughter than any other man. Why is that? Why is it so important to her future? And how seriously do you take this crucial responsibility?
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Helpful hints for parents

Former U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle and clinical psychologist Diane Medved collaborated on The American Family: Discovering the Values That Make Us Strong (1996). Here are some of their tips for bringing up successful children:
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How Can You Help Your Child Succeed?

Too many parents allow the harmful influences of society to shape their children’s future. Children need good parental attention. What can you do to help your child succeed?
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Who and What Is Shaping You?

An editorial note from Clyde Kilough.
Fertile Soil Parable of the Sower
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Fertile Soil Parable of the Sower

These scriptures explain that this parable is about the message of the Kingdom of God.
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Teaching Values to Your Child: How to Make Wise Media Choices

It's no secret that much of the media our children are exposed to promotes values contrary to Christian values. How can we teach them how to decide what music to listen to and which movies to see?
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World News and Trends: U.S. out-of-wedlock births increasing

"Out-of-wedlock births in the United States have climbed to an all-time high, accounting for nearly four in 10 babies born last year [2005] . . . While out-of-wedlock births have long been associated with teen mothers . . . births...
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Should Any Child Be Left Behind?

Rearing special needs children is often difficult. They require extra time, work, effort, and expense for the entire family. But, ask yourself, do they deserve the death penalty because they are a bit different from you and me?
"Let the Children Come to Me"
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"Let the Children Come to Me"

Teaching Your Preschooler About God
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Treasure Digest: Children's Corner

The Ten Commandments of Proper Church Behavior
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Teach Your Children Godly Morals and Modesty

Satan is waging a cultural and spiritual war to destroy our children through sexual sins. Parents must protect and prepare them well!
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Today's Plugged-In Generation

All too often teenagers focus their lives on music and entertainment while neglecting the basics of education that will prepare them for a successful future.
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