It’s 2 a.m. You roll over to the edge of your bed, and you feel a presence. You slowly open your eyes, and not 2 inches from your face is another set of eyes staring at you. You already know those eyes belong to your beautiful child, and they are either scared of a...
Leading Your Child to Salvation
When my son was young, I felt intimidated to talk with him about his salvation. I was uncertain what Scripture to use, what verbiage to use, and certainly I didn’t want to push him into a faith decision he was not ready for. I think that fear is common among many of us. This...
Overcoming Negative Thoughts and Self-Doubt
At any point in the parenting journey, it is easy to fall into a cycle of negative thoughts and self-doubt. I believe that if any parent knew the pain, trials, wins, and losses of parenting beforehand, very few would be willing to wade into the waters. From the moment your kids are first placed...
Generational Experience with Parent Shaming
We have all experienced a well-meaning friend, relative, or acquaintance giving their feedback on our parenting choices. Whether it's screen time, breastfeeding, schooling choices, or literally ANYTHING else, everyone has a strong opinion on what they feel is best for children. Some of these opinions come in gentle, guiding words, but others can come...
Ten Scriptures to Pray Over Your Child This School Year
With the end of August quickly approaching, I think we can safely say that back to school and drop off season is complete. Take a moment and give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done. You survived one of the busiest months for families. I don’t know about you, but...
Conversation Starters for Family Uber Time
It’s the season of transition. Even if you have been homeschooling your kids all summer, fall introduces new activities, new groups, and new schedules. While your kids are still captive in the car on the way to school or activities (riding the parent Uber, as it were), we want to encourage you to try...
Low-Pressure Family Nights
We all love fun vacations and big, exciting events, but let’s face it, our bank accounts, brains, and calendars can only handle so much. Fortunately, creating memories and cherishing time with our families doesn’t have to cost a lot of money or require months of planning. This week, Parenting Pathway Mom Sheena Creek...
Reconciling with Gentle Parenting
There is a trend in parenting circles called Gentle Parenting. This parenting style can be summed up in three words: empathy, understanding, and respect. This week on the blog, we're learning a bit more about this approach and looking to see what the Bible says about parenting. You might find they have more in...
Playing Through the Bible
As a young mother who wanted to really instill God’s Word in her children’s hearts, this mom had to get creative about ways to invite her sons into experiencing the history and literature that leads us in knowing more about Jesus. This week on the blog, Parenting Pathway mom Nikki Nelson shares some of...
Apologetics for Little Ones
As Christians, it is important for us to know how to approach disagreements in a healthy way, not only in our closest relationships, but especially as we interact with those who do not share our beliefs. How can we prepare to speak the truth in love? How can we raise our children to stand...
20 Ways to Celebrate the End of a School Year
No matter what your feelings are about the end of the year, it’s a milestone and something to be celebrated in whatever way your family feels best. It can be a small gesture or family celebration, a big reveal of summer plans, a gift or token to reward your kids for their hard work….anything...
Holy Week Family Experience
Holy Week allows us an opportunity to reflect upon the shift in Jesus’ life as He moves toward His sacrifice on the cross. Starting with Palm Sunday when Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem, Holy Week leads us through the Last Supper on Maundy Thursday, His crucifixion on Good Friday, and ends on Easter Sunday with...