If you have a large family, you will benefit from a coffee date. After we had our fourth child, this habit helped us tremendously. Learn why and how. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/the-power-of-the-coffee-date/

This popular verse for parents has fallen out of favor with parents. What is it actually teaching and not teaching? This episode takes a look. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/proverbs-226-a-second-look-at-a-discredited-verse/

Do you constantly feel like you have to be doing something? Is your to-do list exhausting you? In this episode we talk about a perspective you might be missing. To read the full blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/greater-than-do/

I was asked this question by a mom. I answered, "No" and "Yes." Listen to why. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/mom-question-are-we-more-needy-than-previous-generations/

Churches need to especially pray and care for the children of their pastors so that they flourish. This episode contains some thoughts. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-churches-can-care-for-their-pastors-children/

The children of pastors face some special challenges. But it is not just the congregation that bears responsibility in this area. Pastors also need to think and act intentionally. Our actions or inactions are powerful influences. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-pastors-can-care-for-their-children/

James 4:1-2 is well-known but often not thought of when it comes to the marriage relationship. This verse can provide some special help in understanding your last conflict and moving towards a more positive discussion next time. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/what-causes-fights-and-quarrels-in-my-marriage/

I believe you will find this list of different inhibitors convicting. When we act this way we can confess our sin. We also want to train our children in good communication. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/28-communication-inhibitors/

Comparison with others is a basic fact of life. What exactly would God say to us? What perspective does it take to be wise? To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/three-truths-to-defeat-the-comparison-virus/

Parenting is like a marathon. Before the race you are fresh and rested. You start with excitement. But this is not a sprint. Listen to learn some encouragment. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/8-ways-to-persevere-in-the-parenting-marathon/

Conflict in marriage is a common issue, but the goal is not to have a conflict-free marriage. The goal is to have healthy conflict. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/preventing-destructive-marital-conflict/

There is great power when a husband and wife are praying together regularly. It doesn't have to be long and complicated. Be encouraged to start in this episode. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/are-you-praying-together-regularly/

Would your children describe you as joyful? Learn about the power of joy in a family. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/the-power-of-a-joyful-parent/

When Paul gives us qualities to look for in pastors, he also tells us a portion of what godly parenting looks like. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/hints-on-parenting-from-1-timothy-34-5/

Christians often confuse protection of their spouse and with secrecy. Learn the difference and how to handle the trials that come into any marriage. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/protection-not-secrecy/

Marriage can be difficult. But having these two images in your mind can be helpful. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/two-simple-images-for-your-marriage/

If your family is going through a crisis, you may overlooked an obvious resource - your church elders. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/church-elders-family-crisis/

You can navigate storms in your parenting, if your eye is on the North Star. For Christians, the Great Commission is the North Star of our parenting. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/parents-follow-this-north-star/

In this short episode, we talk about these two foundational marriage phrases. A Christian needs to understand how both relate to a godly marriage. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/shes-not-perfect-but-shes-perfect-for-me/

At the heart of good parenting is a balance between authority and affection. In this we imitate our heavenly Father's relationship with us. Is your parenting reflecting these two aspects? To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/children-need-affection-authority/

The ultimate goal of my Christian life is to have my children follow the Lord. Would you agree with this statement? Listen in as I examine this myth, and counter it with an important truth. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/are-you-believing-this-myth/

Learn about the importance of this underappreciated ministry to the church: welcoming our guests. To read the original post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/welcoming-church-guests-as-a-family-ministry/

Listen in as I discuss 12 questions you can use to help draw out others in our evangelistic conversations. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/twelve-questions-to-deepen-your-evangelistic-conversations/

Is it a sin to be overbearing as a parent? Listen in as I examine the meaning of the term. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/are-you-overbearing-or-self-willed/