Purposeful Parenting. Building Godly Character.
In my last post, 5 Things That lead to Rebellion – Part 1, I gave the first two things that can lead kids to rebellion: our own resistance to authority, and allowing passive rebellion. Today we will look at the next factor that can lead kids to rebel. 3. Lack of training As parents, it is our job to… Read More
In my previous post, “Are You Raising a Rebel?“, I mentioned that God commands children to honor and obey their parents, and He doesn’t require things that aren’t possible. It IS possible to have kids that honor and obey you. However, many parents today are facing the heartache of kids who are disobedient, and rebellious. Each family situation is different,… Read More
I’m sure that shock probably showed on my face! I was just so taken back, and surprised by what she said to me! Let me go backwards, and start at the beginning. On Sunday evenings I play the piano for our church service. I noticed that a lady who had started coming a few months earlier, had started to play… Read More
Are you raising a rebel, thinking that it is just the normal thing? The worldly “experts” believe that it is natural for kids to rebel, resist their parents’ authority, and be uncontrolled. For example, they observe rebellion in 2 year olds, and assume that it is normal and expected that all kids will go through the “terrible twos”. When the… Read More
When someone you know and care about is faced with the sudden death of a loved one, or even the expected death of a loved one, you wonder what you can do to help. Yesterday in my post A Case of Sudden Death, I shared how my sister unexpectedly lost her husband this past Monday. I was with her for… Read More
When someone you know and care about is faced with the sudden death of a loved one, or even the expected death of a loved one, you wonder what you can do to help. Late Monday night I got a phone call from my sister, Donna. A shocking, unexpected, heart-breaking phone call. Her husband, 61 years old, had just died… Read More
Welcome to the 2014 Ultimate Blog Party at The Character Corner! This annual event is hosted by 5 Minutes For Mom. The purpose of this party is to welcome and introduce friends, old and new, to my blog. I’m excited to make and meet some new friends! Welcome to The Character Corner– an inspirational blog filled with resources to help you… Read More
These are simple tips, that probably aren’t even new to you. Sometimes it’s just good to hear it again though, and get some motivation to clear the excess STUFF! By the way, if you haven’t joined us, I’d love to have you get involved in our 30 DAY DECLUTTER CHALLENGE Here is a picture from my first day: 7 Tips… Read More
Yesterday my youngest son, Mark, turned 17. (Picture of him with my granddaughter last year) So very hard to believe that in a little over one year, he will be the 8th and last to graduate from our homeschool. After 34 years of raising and training children, a new season will begin for me. “The days pass so swiftly,the months… Read More
Read: Dealing With The Pain of Infertility You have heard Ruth’s side of the story. Now I’d like to just add a few thoughts of mine on Supporting Those Dealing With The Pain Of Infertility. I’ve said it before. One of the hardest things about being a mom is watching your kids go through trials, and not being able to… Read More
My name is Kathie, and I am glad you stopped by. I am a stay-at-home mom of 8 wonderful kids, and have been homeschooling for 31 years. I hope that my blog will be a blessing and encouragement to you! Read More…