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Dr. James Dobson long reminded moms and dads that while none of us lead our homes perfectly, millions sincerely strive to raise their children according to biblical principles. Many of those mothers and fathers are now facing an unexpected reality: their grown children are walking away—not only from their faith, but from them.
Good news for the child who doesn’t succeed in the early years. Sometimes the one who experiences the greatest difficulty will eventually soar the highest.
Many parents find that when their children reach adulthood, the relationship becomes more complicated than they expected.
Here's an idea relevant to relationships that I think makes a lot of sense. It's called "the first five minutes" and is based on a book that was published many years ago. Its thesis was that the first
Bill Haughton, who was president of a large construction firm, had hired and managed thousands of employees. He was asked, “When you are thinking of hiring an employee—especially a man—what do you look for?” His answer may surprise you. He said, “I look primarily at the relationship between the man and his father. If he felt loved by his dad and respected his authority, he’s likely to be a good employee.”
I have a great deal of resentment and anger toward my father for what he did to me and my mother when I was a child. I have struggled with these deep feelings for years; I don’t want to hurt him, but I can’t forget the pain he caused me and the rest of our family. How can I come to terms with this problem?
The cost of being a devoted father is worth every bit of the love, time, and energy it requires.
Brenen Beeler explains that being an absentee or disengaged dad carries an even greater cost. It’s not just families who pay the price—society does too.
Dr. James Dobson was keenly aware of the spiritual battles that occur in marriage. He also taught about the benefits of this sacred institution when both husband and wife remain aligned with biblical teaching. Dr. Dobson said, “When a husband and wife are deeply committed to Jesus Christ, they enjoy enormous advantages over a family with no spiritual dimension.”
For many children, summer is a time when fun, relaxation, and screen time dominate their priorities. Brenen and Morgan Beeler share five ways parents can help kids use their time wisely while teaching them lifelong lessons about serving others.
Summer brings more than just sunshine—it brings long days and lots of free time. How you use it can shape more than just memories.
