My {Un} Kind Home

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It’s easy for me to show kindness to friends, acquaintances, and even strangers. It’s harder for me to show kindness to the people I live with day in and day out.  It seems like my patience often runs thin—especially with my children. Constant arguing, fighting, and yelling—it all gets to me, and too often I react in unkind ways.  Lately and not coincidentally—I’m sure, Colossians 3:21 has been on my mind: “Fathers, do not exasperate your children….” Chances are if {Read More}

10 Ways to Greater Family Intimacy

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1. Read the Bible aloud to your kids. Let them hear your voice and daddy’s voice. Missionary biographies, stories of great Christians, and stories with people of strong character. “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14 2.  Slow down and talk. Draw a bath for your young child and sit on a towel on the floor and listen. Let them tell you about {Read More}