Family

A daddy with a dying little girl. A religious leader whose very position contradicted his daughter’s illness. He had studied the Holy Scriptures. He advised people every day on how to turn their problems over to God. He taught the people to have faith. To live holy, righteous lives, yet ...

The damage incurred by father-less homes is fully documented.  Poverty, higher rates of incarceration, substance abuse and emotional issues ravage those who do not have a strong father presence. Even in lives where the father makes an effort, “daddy-issues” often impact adult relationships negatively.  Receiving the love of a father ...

As a single mom, I always look for teachable moments with my son–opportunities where I can teach him a biblical principle or bring a scripture to life. Recently, while listening to one of his favorite Christian bands he asked, “Mom, what do they mean when they say … in this ...

Caught in the very act of adultery, she was a woman condemned to death. Hauled through the streets and thrown into the dirt by the elders, the woman glanced at the Teacher. Instead of the traditional stoning, they were calling for HIM to condemn her and then cast the first ...

My hometown was in an uproar. Word was out that a building on the main street had been bought by a business that specialized in selling drug paraphernalia. The name of their shop, which consisted of the word “Bad,” was already written on a sign, though they hadn’t yet opened ...