Raising Boys: The Blessing of a Son

Many moms of boys would probably say they appreciate the blessing of a son. Most would say they love their son-hopefully all. But, would you ever say you need your son? I don’t mean in a co-dependent-can’t-let-him-grow-up way, but in... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: Raising Godly Sons

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I think it is getting harder and harder raising Godly sons and daughters these days. In fact, it feels like it is more difficult than ever to live a life that reflects the glory of God myself these days. However,... Continue reading →

When Boys Teach Their Mommas about Prayer

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Don’t you just love listening to children’s prayers? They speak their mind, say what’s on their hearts, and don’t sensor their words based on what they think others want or need to hear. Our children take in so much just... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: The Most Important Character Trait to Teach Boys

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Living in “the real world”: It’s something my husband and I talk a lot about with our two tween boys. We want our boys to learn the value of hard work; to show perseverance; to always practice integrity; and to... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: The Remarkable Value of Daddy Time

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I’ll never forget the first time I left our infant son with my husband. It had taken me weeks to build up the bravery to part with our precious little bundle of joy, but I was only going to be... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: 7 Elements of an Environment Where Boys Thrive

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I love being a boy mom. I loved having boys in my classroom when I taught school (even when they couldn’t sit still) and I’m happy when my son’s friends are at our house, eating our food, playing video games,... Continue reading →

{Raising Boys Day 4} How to Raise a Real Man

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Every boy, when he grows up, will become a man. But what kind of man will he become? There are many examples of men in our world today. When we look on television, we often see bumbling men, who can’t do... Continue reading →

{Raising Boys Day 3} Let Go and Remember God’s Got Him

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I watched as he grabbed his Children’s Bible and began to thumb through the pages, looking for the perfect story for bedtime. This was his favorite bedtime book, the one we always had to read just before we turned out... Continue reading →

{Raising Boys Day 2} 3 Ways to Teach Sons to Love the Lord

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The most important lesson that mothers can teach their sons is to love the Lord with all their heart, soul and mind. No matter what difficulty or trial our sons will face throughout their lives their love for the Lord will carry them... Continue reading →

5 Scriptures to Pray Over Your Son Regularly

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As I searched for Scriptures to pray over sons, once again I stood in awe of how powerful prayer is… you know? I’m not sure we understand the extent of the power of prayer, but we know there is something... Continue reading →