Our second pregnancy took us by surprise. So did the miscarriage at the start of my second trimester. But there is light after the darkness.
Read moreFamily Devotions in the Wild
Family devotions sound like a good idea in theory. But in practice, whether with squirmy toddlers or reluctant teens, it’s not for the faint of heart. What do family devos look like for authors of family devotionals? Listen in on a conversation with Jodi Ware.
Read moreHelp Your Unmarried Children this Valentine’s Day
The longer my singleness dragged on, the more important my parents’ Valentines Day cards were. But there was something even more life-changing they were doing all those years to help me, something you can do for your unmarried kids starting today.
Read moreHow to Plan for a New Year
How will you spend the new year? If you’re not intentional, your days will fill up with what’s easiest, most urgent, or what someone else wants you to do. But humble planning can help you live intentionally, and reap the benefits of unity, intentionality, and living in reality.
Read moreBoundless turns 25
It’s been 25 years since we launched Boundless webzine for Focus on the Family. Today we’re celebrating with Lisa Anderson on The Boundless Show.
Read moreGet Mentoring
Mentors are vital to personal growth. How can you find an older believer to help you along the way in the Christian life?
Read moreKeeping the Home in Homeschool
How to structure your home for learning and living.
Read moreLooking for Love on Valentine's Day
Are you all hearts and flowers going into Valentine’s Day? If you dread the upcoming celebrations, read on. There’s hope.
Read moreHow to Have a Refreshing Christmas Break
A less common path through distractions, to-do lists, and busyness, to Christmas rest.
Read moreChristmas Update 2022
From college graduation to Colorado, 2022 in review.
Read moreNew Christmas Stories Collection
What if there's more to Christmas than lights and gifts and food and fellowship? Explore with us in this new collection of short stories.
Read moreTalking Babies with Girl Defined
“Budget for everything but babies. Babies are wealth.” That’s what Dr. Morken told Steve and me when we weren’t sure if we should start our family. Now I’m telling listeners of Girl Defined in this conversation with Kristen Clark.
Read moreBig Bibles for Little Kids
When deciding on a Bible for your kids, skip our rookie mistake.
Read moreTable Manners for the Love of Others
In one sense, table manners are simply the way we eat. But they're more than that. And without practice and reinforcement, it's easy to slip back into selfish habits, undermining the eternal potential of family mealtime.
Read moreThe Joys of Celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Children
Heritage food, a story of redemption, and creating shared traditions—these are just a few of the reasons St. Patrick’s Day is a good holiday to celebrate with your children.
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