5 Ways to Connect with a Difficult Kid
Do you remember the ’80s movie Three Men and a Baby? There’s this scene where Tom Selleck’s character is reading an issue of Sports Illustrated to a baby. As…
7 Things Your Daughter Needs to Learn From You
I was standing on a ladder, covered in sawdust and drywall dust, replacing the closet doors in my son’s bedroom. My three-year-old daughter walked in,…
5 Scenarios Where Kids Don’t Need to Be Rescued
I consider it a monumental win if we get out the door on time. It doesn’t seem to matter where we are going; we’re likely…
3 Reasons to Step Up Your Game as a Dad
I was at a staff lunch a few weeks ago just to say thanks to my teammates for all their hard work through a busy…
3 Angles to Use When Talking to Your Kid About Porn
Last year, during my son’s football season, we played a team that couldn’t stop our offense. Every running play was successful, especially if our runners…
4 Unhealthy Beliefs Our Kids Confuse for Truth
Many years ago, I taught two students from the same graduating class who were both the epitome of the perfect student. They had strong family…
5 Things to Do When You’re Struggling to Connect with Your Kid
Bart Millard grew up with an abusive father. After Bart became a grown man, his father changed, repented for what he had done, and reconciled…
6 Habits to Keep Yourself Sharp as a Dad
Have you ever tried to prepare dinner with a dull knife? It’s a lot of work. Instead of nice, even slices, that chicken breast will…
5 Lies We Teach Our Kids About Emotions
His eyes squinted. “But it’s not cold,” he whined. I set my jaw. “It is cold,” I said. “Put your coat on!” My nine-year-old stomped his way…
How Your Daily Routine Can Strengthen Your Family
Some days, I feel like someone pressed a button that put me on autopilot—when I do the same thing, over and over, every day. I’m…