I learned a lot in seminary, but there are some things they don’t train you for in seminary. One of those issues is concerning how pastors are to handle situations relating to abuse. Many pastors believe a myth that they don’t have to report something that is shared in a counseling session. That is simply untrue. Some pastors and churches …
My family was able to hit the beach last week. I cannot overstate how needed of a time it was. I told someone that I hadn’t hit the wall, but I sure was bumping up against it. The last few months have been great. Crazy, but great. We finished up services on Mothers’ Day, packed the van, and hit the …
Parents are called to reflect the character and nature of God in their discipline Weeks ago, I got to partner with area churches and put on a parenting workshop. We got many requests to make the content available. Here is the second session, The Principles of Discipline. Use it however it helps you or your church! The Principles of Discipline Key Points …
The goal of parental discipline is to make disciples within your home. Weeks ago, I got to partner with area churches and put on a parenting workshop. We got many requests to make the content available. Here is the first session, The Goal of Discipline. Use it however it helps you or your church! Key Points The Word of God is …
Abuse is rampant in homes across America. What is your family and church doing to ensure it is addressed? Mandated Reporting Training Resources Enjoy this video? Check out the growing collection of Family Alter videos!
This sermon was recorded for two groups: 1) traveling university team, and 2) wrap-up message for Liberty DNOW for their Sunday morning groups. Sometimes you have to work smarter. At the DNOW gathering, we walked through John 10 in four sermons in a study called “Follower.” Here is the concluding challenge I gave on Jesus as the saving shepherd.
Single mothers have a unique set of challenges, but the church is made up of a unique set of gifts.
Have you ever considered becoming a foster family? Listen to Randy Harling, President of Connie Maxwell Children’s Home, talk about his own experience and an exciting new partnership to help your family serve in this way.
Parents can either discipline too harsh or too lenient. Both are dangerous. Enjoy this video? Check out the growing collection of Family Alter videos!
I recorded this mini-sermon for a university team to watch while they were on the road. I pray it is a blessing to you. James 1:22-25 teaches that we are not to be merely hearers of the Word but doers of the Word.
One way to promote trust in a marriage is to share passwords with one another.
Above is a sermon I preached on Isaiah 41 at North Side Baptist Church on February 21, 2016. God never reassures people based on their potential but with his presence. The greatest promise of God is the presence of God. God’s presence is the only promise powerful enough to subside our fears. Sermon Notes God invites the people to try to …
Here is a sermon I preached at North Side’s 2016 Marriage Conference. In this intro session, we look at Malachi 2 and seek to divorce-proof a marriage by looking at the steps that drive us away from our spouse.
This sermon clip is from a message at North Side’s 2016 Marriage Conference. When does a marriage begin to drift? Check out this week’s Family Alter. The sermons for the Marriage Conference will be up later this week.
Prayer life boring? Non-existent? Try this method with your family. Pray the Psalms I pray through one psalm everyday. All Scripture is inspired by God (2 Tim. 3:16). The Bible is God’s Word spoken to us. The psalms are God’s Word intended for us to speak back to him. We know not how we ought to speak to God, and …
For those making a list of that future perfect spouse, you might need to focus on an even more important list.
How can you make your marriage a priority? You can start by giving it time.
In this video, Lander University’s BCM Director, Scott Smith, talks about how to pray for your spouse. Scott’s wife Judy was in an accident years ago that changed their lives, but strengthened their marriage.
In marriage, it is easy to go to others to talk about your issues and double-team your spouse. A healthy marriage seeks to address the issue head on.
Marriage must be built on the gospel teaching us how to forgive one another without bringing the sins up again.
In marriage, it is very easy to justify your action based upon something your spouse did. A mature spouse desires to be reconciled more than desiring to be right.
In marriage, you must learn how to deal with today’s problems today and not let them linger into tomorrow. Here is a pivotal marriage tip for you – never go to bed angry.
As Christmas shopping begins, don’t go into debt trying to please people with temporal trinkets. Here are 5 steps to help you spend wisely this year. Main Points Come up with a budget. Make a list. Determine spending amount. Get creative. Give what lasts. Every spending decision is a spiritual decision.
It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving is a few days away. Before the break-neck pace of December begins, I want to help you gather your family to see four specific things happen in the days to come. Here are some tips to lead your family to become more grateful.
Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 How we live, as individuals and as a church, tells the world around us a lot about who we are and what we believe. Do the things we do as a church turn “the world upside down” (Acts 17:6) much like they did in Thessalonica?
The person you married has changed and will continue to change. Are you staying aware of who he or she is becoming? This Family Alter video is taken from a developing resource entitled “Just [About] Married.”
Infertility is a unique and severe pain. For those who may suffering through it, here are some things to consider.
Scripture teaches that parents who love their children are diligent to discipline them.
In this episode of Family Alter, Ruth McWhite shares the power of Titus 2 discipleship which prioritizes teaching younger women. She shares some of the most effective practices she has used in mentoring young women.
Family discipleship is often caught more than taught. Here are some tips to unite together and grow as a family.
Your wife has unique needs. According to the book, His Needs, Her Needs, here are her top 5: Affection Intimate Conversation Honesty & Openness Financial Support Family Commitment
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