Articles – Resources for Christian Discipline

King Santa or King Jesus: Who Truly Reigns in Your Home This Christmas?

I have the solution to the Santa dilemma for Christian families. For believers, Christmas is when we recognize the profound significance of Jesus’ birth, which contrasts sharply with our culture’s commercialism of Christmas. Christian parents have the responsibility to model and teach children the real reason for the season. Could it be that in ourContinue reading “King Santa or King Jesus: Who Truly Reigns in Your Home This Christmas?”

Let’s Talk Hermeneutics – Wait, am I a Theologian Now?

Well, yes, all Christians are theologians in the sense that they engage in the study of God. While believers engage in theology (simply, the study of God) , not everyone has a well-informed understanding of it. There is a common misconception that believers don’t need other books to learn how to read the Bible, thatContinue reading “Let’s Talk Hermeneutics – Wait, am I a Theologian Now?”

Ready for Potty Training? Standing Diapering is the Key to Success.

Here are some of my best toileting tips as a former Montessori Toddler Teacher. Believe it or not, “toilet work” was my favorite part of the Montessori classroom! Standing diapering doesn’t just mean the child stands up while a diaper is removed and replaced. Standing diapering is actually a procedure that requires diaper changes toContinue reading “Ready for Potty Training? Standing Diapering is the Key to Success.”

Teach Your Kids to Fight.

“Kid’s, stop fighting!” This may be a common phrase, but it doesn’t make it an effective phrase. “Stop touching me!!” “I was here first!” “Give me that!” Ah, yes, the familiar sounds of sibling rivalry. Sadly, there is no formula to eliminate sibling squabbles, but it can help to think of fighting as communication—albeit notContinue reading “Teach Your Kids to Fight.”

What is “Biblical Discipline”?

We’ve got two words here, “biblical” and “discipline.” Let’s start with the easier one, “discipline.” First and foremost, it is not a euphemism. “Spanking,” “discipline,” and “the rod” are examples of euphemisms when they are used in place of hitting a child. These euphemisms are misleading and deceptive, designed to minimize the reality of whatContinue reading “What is “Biblical Discipline”?”

My Testimony

My Battle with Suffering: A Journey Through Hardship. Writing about my personal story is different from the typical content I post. Perhaps my story will resonate with yours in some way, reminding you that we are never alone in our pain, and that suffering can accomplish God’s good purpose. I Grew up in a lovingContinue reading “My Testimony”

RCD is One Year Old!

Let’s Celebrate with a Giveaway! Thank you for joining me on this incredible journey to create a new generation of respectful, Christ-centered families! Just by subscribing you’ve encourage me to keep going and take that next step with the ministry. One of the most uplifting experiences for me is reading your heartfelt comments—they not onlyContinue reading “RCD is One Year Old!”

King Santa or King Jesus: Who Truly Reigns in Your Home This Christmas?

The Truth About Consequences

Should consequences be in the Christian parent’s tool box? Absolutely! Consequences can serve as powerful teaching moments for children; however, too often parents twist them into thinly veiled punishments, ultimately diminishing the valuable lesson that could be learned. Let’s find out how to effectively use consequences and why it might be best kept at theContinue reading “The Truth About Consequences”

To Raise Generous Children, Say No to Forced Sharing!

What to do instead? Teach them how to take turns. There is nothing inherently wrong with sharing, but the concept is vague and abstract. We need to resist the urge to “fix” the problem and instead resolve to teach our children how to be responsible for solving their own problems, A far more impactful “houseContinue reading “To Raise Generous Children, Say No to Forced Sharing!”

Flourishing Homes and Families Q&A

Discover the 5 burning questions I asked the authors of my new favorite parenting book: The Flourishing Family! Q: Amanda and David, can you tell me a little bit about your backgrounds and what you hope the book will achieve? A: Examining Christian parenting through the lens of sound theology is really important to us.Continue reading “Flourishing Homes and Families Q&A”

I Hate “Gentle” Parenting.

Oh, not the practice. Just the word gentle. Not sure who needs to hear this, but successfully navigating the complex parent-child relationship doesn’t happen by simply watching a few viral parenting clips on social media. Sadly, that seems to be the preferred process for many, especially the critics. A Christian thought leader might read aContinue reading “I Hate “Gentle” Parenting.”