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“Mom, Dad, I’ve Been Watching Porn”
Most parents have no idea their child is watching porn. When they find out, they’re shocked and don’t know how to respond or what to do next. Barb Winters, my guest blogger today, has been there. Since that day she has learned a lot that she wants to share with others. As a matter of fact, she just published a book, Sexpectations, to help parents guide their teens and young adults to have healthier relationships. This blog post includes resources she wishes she had known about. What a wealth of information!
Helpful Information on Suicide for Parents
I have been very heavy-hearted the last several days since I heard the news about Pastor and author Rick Warren's son's suicide. I found it rather interesting that this should...
Encouraging Quotes for Parents in Pain
I'm in the middle of writing a series of posts on mental illness. So far I've addressed depression and bipolar disorder. Next will be Schizophrenia. But for today I thought I...
Parents with Broken Hearts Must Learn to Do This
My husband and I lead a support group for parents who are heartbroken and in pain due to the choices and behaviors of their children. This is the content from our last meeting....
Four Things God does for Parents in Pain
When my daughter's choices and behaviors were breaking my heart there was nothing I could do to stop her. I was powerless to change her. As hard as I tried, I couldn't make her...
Words of Hope for Hurting Parents – Part 4
This is the last of a four-part series of my favorite Bible passages that have helped me on this painful journey of parenting a child who suffers from addiction, self-injury and...
Words of Hope for Hurting Parents – Part 3
This is the third in a four-part series of my favorite Bible verses. As a hurting parent they comfort and encourage me. These Spirit-inspired words have strengthened and...
A “Fishy” Lesson for Parents
A few months ago, my family and I purchased two angelfish for our aquarium. My kids named them Michael and Gabriel, of course. They have been a beautiful addition to our...
Words of Hope for Parents – Part 2
This is my next set of seven more Bible verses for parents in pain. I urge you to keep them with you. I cling to these words of truth in the storms I face with my daughter. When...
Words of Hope for Hurting Parents
This is a collection of my seven favorite Bible verses for hurting parents. They are words of hope. They are treasures to me. My lifeline. I've accumulated them after many hours...
Something Weary Parents Lack
Are you a weary parent? Are you drained? Depleted? Worn out from dealing with your child's rebelliousness, alcohol and drug abuse, eating disorder, forms of self-injury like...
To Parents: When Valentine’s Day Hurts
Holidays hurt when you don't receive the love you long for from someone you care about. For parents of rebellious, wayward children, they can be dreaded occasions. You've been...
Parents Need to Know Warning Signs of Suicide
Are you the mom or dad of a child who is struggling with depression? Are you tormented not knowing if your child is safe or not - from themselves? Do you have an uneasy feeling...