* Hope-filled Parenting Articles Archives

She chose worship: Trusting God with your child

Trusting God with your child is not always easy. In this Bible story, we see how one woman accomplished letting go with grace and confidence.

There’s one woman in the Bible who teaches us MUCH about what it looks like to trust God with your child and the secret to trusting him with your parent heart.

Dear Parents of College Students: You need to hear this

Parenting college students is a new stage, but it's not the end. Your child is moving on beyond your protection, but not outside your influence. God still has WORK for YOU to do. Hope and advice from other college parents. Scripture-based encouragement from the Bible story of Mordecai and Esther.

Dear parents … God STILL has work for you to do and you will ALWAYS be relevant and needed! Learn from Mordecai’s example and other college parents. So MUCH great advice packed inside!

Are you facing the empty nest? 10 Scriptures you need + hope!

The empty nest is a paradox. Thankfully, there’s plenty of Scripture that teaches us paradoxes are part of God’s working order. Inside: Hope for when what you planned for … well, hurts!

8 secrets of life to learn: A beautiful prayer for your child

Also a War Room prayer journal, print this list of rich truths and foundational Scriptures to pray for your children or anyone else who needs strengthened in their spirit by the power of THE SPIRIT.

In the endearing style of a classroom curriculum, this powerful prayer journal post will guide you to ask God’s favor and gentle leading for your children.

6 things all fathers need to know

what men need to know about being a father

Don’t miss number 6 — it’s a game-changer! These lessons about being a father are some of the BEST words I have to offer you ~ and they aren’t really mine. I learned them from the best I know.

5 things parents of teens need to hear

Parents of teens need hope in launching teenagers

Are you in the “launching” season of parenting? During this time, parents of teens need more encouragement than ever. Inside: Hope and inspiration tailored just for you during this hard season!

5 things I wish another mom had said to me

What I wish other moms had told me about parenting with grace

As a younger mom, I would have LOVED to hear these words about parenting with grace from an older mom. If you’re discouraged and worried you’re messing up your kids, these words are for you!

Why Mothering is Kingdom Work

Do you ever feel like you are always fighting a battle? It’s because you are! ~ Mothering is suiting up for combat every.single.day against an enemy who contends for your children. Take heart and take hold to the ONE who can equip you for the war.

Biblical parenting is kingdom work. Godly mothers engage in enemy combat, contending for their children. It’s sacrifice and it’s not easy. This will remind you why it’s worth it.

Why Parenting Teens is hard: a message of hope

Christian parents need hope in raising teenagers

Parenting is the thing we MOST want to get right. But raising teenagers reminds us we are NOT in control. Here’s HOPE and a message you are NOT alone!

If God Makes you a Mommy

This cute —yet inspiring— post travels the journey of motherhood and reminds Christian parents everywhere that God sustains you in each season of parenting.

How to let go: The joy and sorrow of parenting young adults

Are you in the process of letting go? The emotions pull you in opposite directions and spin you around without any regard for your parent heart. Inside: Tips on dancing with joy and sorrow!

5 messages of hope for overwhelmed moms

Mom encouragement for mothers who think they failed

Mom encouragement (the practical kind) is hard to find. Real-life truth inside. Spoiler alert! You’re not going to get it all perfect and you can’t enjoy every moment. Read on for more down-to-earth inspiration!