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# HomeWord

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- [Prediction Market Apps Are Fueling Gambling Addiction Among Young Men](https://homeword.com/prediction-market-apps-are-fueling-gambling-addiction-among-young-men/) - Prediction markets are drawing a new generation of young adults into gambling-like behavior.
- [Why Gen Alpha Is Using ‘That’s AI’ to Mean Something Is Fake](https://homeword.com/why-gen-alpha-is-using-thats-ai-to-mean-something-is-fake/) - Parents are hearing their kids use "that's AI" as shorthand for "that's BS."
- [Why Genevieve’s Playhouse Has Become a YouTube Favorite for Families](https://homeword.com/why-genevieves-playhouse-has-become-a-youtube-favorite-for-families/) - There are still some programs that maintain a wholesome schedule of programming, free of AI.
- [What's Hot? 8/14/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-8-14-26/) - See what is trending this week, 8/14/26.
- [More Than Half of U.S. Teens Regularly Use AI Companions, Survey Finds](https://homeword.com/a-staggering-proportion-of-teens-say-talking-to-ai-is-better-than-real-life-friends/) - A new survey found that 31 percent of teens said their interactions with AI companions were either as satisfying or more satisfying than conversations with real-life friends.
- [What's Hot? 8/7/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-30-26-2/) - See what is trending this week, 8/7/26.
- [Gen Z’s ‘Analog Bag’ Trend Is Helping Young People Cut Back on Screen Time](https://homeword.com/gen-zs-analog-bag-trend-is-helping-young-people-cut-back-on-screen-time/) - "Analog bags," tote bags filled with portable offline are taking over TikTok and Instagram.
- [Kellogg’s Will Remove Artificial Food Dyes From Its Products by the End of 2026](https://homeword.com/kelloggs-will-remove-artificial-food-dyes-from-its-products-by-the-end-of-2026/) - Kellogg's recently announced that they're one year ahead of schedule in their promise to remove all artificial food dyes and colors from their products.
- [Why Watching One Show Together Could Help Families Feel More Connected](https://homeword.com/why-watching-one-show-together-could-help-families-feel-more-connected/) - The loss of appointment viewing hasn’t just changed how we watch TV. It’s changed how families connect.
- [Playing Video Games Has an Unexpected Effect on Kids' IQ](https://homeword.com/playing-video-games-has-an-unexpected-effect-on-kids-iq-2/) - Researchers have linked spending more time playing video games with a boost in intelligence in children, which goes some way to contradicting the narrative that gaming is bad for young minds.
- [What's Hot? 7/31/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-30-26/) - See what is trending this week, 7/30/26.
- [Social Media Trends Are Driving Up Back-to-School Costs for Families](https://homeword.com/social-media-trends-are-driving-up-back-to-school-costs-for-families/) - Parents face significant financial and emotional pressure to give their kids a strong start to the new academic year.
- [Why the Urge to Go Online May Matter More Than Your Mood](https://homeword.com/why-the-urge-to-go-online-may-matter-more-than-your-mood/) - A large new study found that the felt urge to go online mattered more than how someone was actually feeling.
- [Why the New Spider-Man Movie Is Resonating With Lonely Young Adults](https://homeword.com/why-the-new-spider-man-movie-is-resonating-with-lonely-young-adults/) - A Spider-Man story about grief and learning how to reconnect doesn’t arrive in a vacuum and audiences will probably feel that.
- [Phone Calls Are Disappearing From Teen Communication](https://homeword.com/teens-no-longer-answer-the-phone/) - Teenagers can seem to have their phones glued to their hands – yet they won’t answer them when they ring, speaking volumes about the way 13-to-18-year-olds now connect (or fail to connect) with others.
- [Teens With Mental Health Conditions Spend More Time on Social Media](https://homeword.com/teens-with-mental-health-conditions-spend-more-time-on-social-media/) - According to a new study, young people with a diagnosable mental health condition report differences in their experiences of social media compared to those without a condition.
- [Teens Overestimate Driving Skills Despite Awareness of Distraction Risks](https://homeword.com/37035-2/) - More than a third of young drivers reported recently using a smartphone while driving, with about half of them reporting they regularly texted while driving, despite awareness of the inherent risk.
- [What's Hot? 7/24/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-24-26/) - See what is trending this week, 7/24/26.
- [Sports Betting Boom May Be Costing Americans Their Financial Future](https://homeword.com/sports-betting-boom-may-be-costing-americans-their-financial-future/) - For a growing number of frequent bettors, though, that app is doing something more troubling, and households with little savings are feeling it the most.
- [The ‘Bop House’ Trend Is Shaping How Boys View Girls, Teens Say](https://homeword.com/the-bop-house-trend-is-shaping-how-boys-view-girls-teens-say/) - Middle school girls are speaking out and sharing what Bop House videos do to their mental health.
- [A Quiet Wave of Faith Is Spreading Across the NFL](https://homeword.com/a-quiet-wave-of-faith-is-spreading-across-the-nfl/) - A generation of players talking about Christianity with a directness that feels increasingly common across football.
- [What's Hot? 7/17/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-17-26/) - See what is trending this week, 7/17/26.
- [What Is ‘Popcorn Brain’? The Digital Habit Affecting Teens’ Focus](https://homeword.com/what-is-popcorn-brain-the-digital-habit-affecting-teens-focus/) - By toggling from one app to another, and double-screening digital media users are diminishing their attention spans.
- [Tim Tebow Launches Faith-Based Streaming Platform for Short-Form Dramas](https://homeword.com/tim-tebow-launches-faith-based-streaming-platform-for-short-form-dramas/) - Tim Tebow announced a new venture called Lighthouse Verticals, a streaming platform dedicated to faith-based and family-friendly microdramas.
- [The Most Googled Definitions of 2026 Reveal America’s Biggest Questions](https://homeword.com/the-most-googled-definitions-of-2026-reveal-americas-biggest-questions/) - In 2026, the word Americans are Googling most just to understand what it means is “gaslighting.”
- [What's Hot? 7/10/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-10-26/) - See what is trending this week, 7/10/26.
- [What ‘SYBAU’ Really Means and Why Parents Should Pay Attention](https://homeword.com/what-sybau-really-means-and-why-parents-should-pay-attention/) - Teens and tweens use the acronym, and when adults ask what it means, they typically lie about what each letter stands for.
- [Sleep-in Science: How 2 Extra Weekend Hours Can Calm Teen Anxiety](https://homeword.com/sleep-in-science-how-2-extra-weekend-hours-can-calm-teen-anxiety/) - A new study reveals that teenagers who get up to two extra hours of sleep on weekends show fewer anxiety symptoms than those who don't.
- [Teens Who Move More Cut Their Depression Risk](https://homeword.com/teens-who-move-more-cut-their-depression-risk/) - New research found that young adolescents who increase their physical activity from the age of 14 have a lower risk of developing depression later in life.
- [Blind Box Toys May Teach Kids Risky Gambling-Like Habits, Experts Warn](https://homeword.com/blind-box-toys-may-teach-kids-risky-gambling-like-habits-experts-warn/) - If you are a parent of kids who love blind boxes, you might be worried about how the game of luck echoes gambling.
- [What's Hot? 7/3/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-7-2-26/) - See what is trending this week, 7/3/26.
- [Young Adults Are Growing More Anxious About Adulthood, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/young-adults-are-growing-more-anxious-about-adulthood-study-finds/) - Millennial college students feared adulthood more than earlier generations, wishing they could return to the security and happiness of childhood
- [Gen Z Is Highly Engaged in Church, but One Spiritual Gap Remains](https://homeword.com/gen-z-is-highly-engaged-in-church-but-one-spiritual-gap-remains/) - Gen Z churchgoers are actually the most engaged generation when it comes to attendance. The disconnect comes after Sunday.
- [Cyberbullying Is Nearly Universal Among U.S. Teens, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/9-in-10-u-s-teens-have-been-cyberbullied/) - Cyberbullying is widespread among U.S. teens and is linked to post-traumatic stress symptoms in middle- and high-school students, a new study says.
- [Research Connects Violent TV in Early Childhood to Teen Misbehavior](https://homeword.com/preschool-boys-who-watch-violent-tv-more-likely-to-become-aggressive-mischievous-teens/) - A new international study following children for over a decade found that boys who watched violent TV as preschoolers showed measurably higher rates of aggression and delinquency as teenagers.
- [How ‘Toy Story 5’ Tackles Screen Time, Friendship, and Imagination](https://homeword.com/how-toy-story-5-tackles-screen-time-friendship-and-imagination/) - The film emphasizes how children are embracing screen time and may be engaging in less imaginative play.
- [What's Hot? 6/26/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-6-26-26/) - See what is trending this week, 6/26/26.
- [Teachers Say They Can Spot the Kids Who Were Read to at Home](https://homeword.com/teachers-say-they-can-spot-the-kids-who-were-read-to-at-home/) - Beyond increased vocabulary, there are numerous other important skills and developmental benefits that result from regularly reading to a child at home.
- [Study Finds Pop Music Lyrics Have Shifted Away From Traditional Moral Themes](https://homeword.com/study-finds-pop-music-lyrics-have-shifted-away-from-traditional-moral-themes/) - The words woven into popular music have drifted away from themes of care and increasingly toward themes of harm.
- [Gen Z’s ‘Anxiety Bags’ Are Becoming a Popular Mental Health Coping Tool](https://homeword.com/gen-zs-anxiety-bags-are-becoming-a-popular-mental-health-coping-tool/) - The anxiety bag contains any comfort items that might make it easier to get through a period of intense anxiety.
- [What's Hot? 6/19/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-6-19-26/) - See what is trending this week, 6/19/26.
- [TikTok Is Filled With Mental Health Misinformation, New Research Finds](https://homeword.com/tiktok-is-filled-with-mental-health-misinformation-new-research-finds/) - Many people now turn to social media for mental health answers. Research suggests that what they find is often inaccurate.
- [Roblox Introduces Age-Based Accounts to Strengthen Safety for Kids and Teens](https://homeword.com/roblox-introduces-age-based-accounts-to-strengthen-safety-for-kids-and-teens/) - On June 16, 2026, Roblox announced the launch of Roblox Kids and Roblox Select age-based accounts.
- [Financial Pressures Are Causing Young Adults to Delay Major Life Milestones](https://homeword.com/financial-pressures-are-causing-young-adults-to-delay-major-life-milestones/) - More than half of Gen Zers and millennials have delayed a major life decision because of their financial situation.
- [Some Parents Are Bringing Back Landlines](https://homeword.com/some-parents-are-bringing-back-landlines/) - Some parents are opting for a third choice that maintains connection while still limiting kids' access to digital spaces: the landline.
- [New Film Explores What Alien Life Could Mean for Faith](https://homeword.com/new-film-explores-what-alien-life-could-mean-for-faith/) - Disclosure Day explores a question that has fascinated humanity for generations: What would the discovery of extraterrestrial life mean for faith?
- [Easy Access and Peer Influence Drive Teen Cannabis Use, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/easy-access-and-peer-influence-drive-teen-cannabis-use-study-finds/) - Believing that cannabis is easy to obtain, even without friends who use it, already increases the risk in a notable way.
- [What's Hot? 6/12/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-6-12-26/) - See what is trending this week, 6/12/26.
- [The ‘Two-Weekend Rule’_ Why Some Parents Are Limiting Teens’ Social Plans](https://homeword.com/the-two-weekend-rule_-why-some-parents-are-limiting-teens-social-plans/) - Parents are asking their teens not to go out with friends two weekends in a row, or two nights in a row.
- [Survey Finds Nearly Half of Americans Say Fun Is Missing From Their Lives](https://homeword.com/survey-finds-nearly-half-of-americans-say-fun-is-missing-from-their-lives/) - A new national survey found that nearly half of American adults feel their lives are seriously lacking in fun right now.
- [What's Hot? 6/5/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-6-5-26/) - See what is trending this week, 6/5/26.
- [Three-Minute Video Game May Help Detect Depression, Researchers Say](https://homeword.com/three-minute-video-game-may-help-detect-depression-researchers-say/) - Playing a quick apple-picking video game can help doctors quickly identify patients with depression.
- [Moving Back Home Is Becoming a Smart Financial Strategy for Young Adults](https://homeword.com/moving-back-home-is-becoming-a-smart-financial-strategy-for-young-adults/) - Almost 60% of young adults have moved back home at some point, but they don't see it as a failure to launch.
- [Many Young Girls Now View AI as a Friend, New Survey Finds](https://homeword.com/many-young-girls-now-view-ai-as-a-friend-new-survey-finds/) - Of the girls who use voice-activated AI-powered devices, 65% of girls consider them friends
- [Study Suggests Risky Play May Help Kids Develop Better Decision-Making Skills](https://homeword.com/study-suggests-risky-play-may-help-kids-develop-better-decision-making-skills/) - Letting children take manageable physical risks in play may help them practice the kind of judgment they need in risky situations.
- [What's Hot? 5/29/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-5-29-26/) - See what is trending this week, 5/29/26.
- [What Parents Need to Know About the New Dietary Guidelines for Kids](https://homeword.com/what-parents-need-to-know-about-the-new-dietary-guidelines-for-kids/) - Here is what parents should know about what the new guidelines mean for babies, children, and teens.
- [Young Men Are Lonelier Than Ever and the Church Has an Opportunity](https://homeword.com/young-men-are-lonelier-than-ever-and-the-church-has-an-opportunity/) - A 2021 American Perspectives Survey found 15% of men reported having no close friends, up from 3% in 1990.
- [Study Finds Five Minutes of Prayer May Reduce Pain and Anxiety](https://homeword.com/study-finds-five-minutes-of-prayer-may-reduce-pain-and-anxiety/) - A new clinical trial suggests that a few minutes of in-person prayer was linked to meaningful reductions in both pain and anxiety in patients.
- [How Parents Can Help Kids Push Through End-of-Year School Burnout](https://homeword.com/how-parents-can-help-kids-push-through-end-of-year-school-burnout/) - Children—preschool through high school age—are beginning to feel that end-of-school-year malaise for real.
- [What's Hot? 5/22/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-5-22-26/) - See what is trending this week, 5/22/26.
- [Students’ Experience With Study Music Depends More on Preference Than Performance](https://homeword.com/students-experience-with-study-music-depends-more-on-preference-than-performance/) - A new study published in Psychology of Music tried to cut through that debate by asking what university students actually do when they sit down to read.
- [Mel Gibson’s ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ Films Delayed but Expanding in Scope](https://homeword.com/mel-gibsons-resurrection-of-the-christ-films-delayed-but-expanding-in-scope/) - Mel Gibson released a first-look image of The Resurrection of the Christ.
- [Experts Warn Viral Caffeine Pouches Could Pose Risks for Teens](https://homeword.com/experts-warn-viral-caffeine-pouches-could-pose-risks-for-teens/) - “Energy pouches” are part of a fast-growing category of caffeine pouches marketed as a trendier, cheaper and more discrete alternative to coffee.
- [Anxiety and Mental Load Are Keeping Many Moms From Getting Quality Sleep](https://homeword.com/anxiety-and-mental-load-are-keeping-many-moms-from-getting-quality-sleep/) - 29% of moms haven’t had a good night’s sleep in the past week, while only 23% “get at least seven hours of sleep on a normal weeknight.
- [Americans Would Sacrifice Nearly 72% of Their Income for Peace of Mind](https://homeword.com/americans-would-sacrifice-nearly-72-of-their-income-for-peace-of-mind/) - A research survey found that the average adult would willingly hand over nearly $57,000 annually just to feel secure.
- [What's Hot? 5/15/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-5-15-26/) - See what is trending this week, 5/15/26.
- [After-School Sports Linked to Better Mental, Physical Health in Kids](https://homeword.com/after-school-sports-linked-to-better-mental-physical-health-in-kids/) - Kids in after-school sports show measurable advantages in brainpower, mental health and physical fitness.
- [‘Narnia’ Film Will Get a Theatrical Release Before Netflix Debut](https://homeword.com/narnia-film-will-get-a-theatrical-release-before-netflix-debut/) - Gerwig’s adaptation of Narnia’s origin story is the first time the book has been brought to the big screen.
- [New Report Highlights Rising Mental Health Crisis Among Boys and Young Men](https://homeword.com/new-report-highlights-rising-mental-health-crisis-among-boys-and-young-men/) - In the U.S., around 100 men die by suicide every day at a rate nearly four times that of women.
- [What's Hot? 5/8/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-5-8-26/) - See what is trending this week, 5/8/26.
- [What ‘You the Birthday’ Means and Why Kids Keep Saying It](https://homeword.com/what-you-the-birthday-means-and-why-kids-keep-saying-it/) - There’s another new term you may be hearing your kids and teens saying these days: "You the birthday."
- [Teens View Cannabis as Less Harmful Than Alcohol and Vapes](https://homeword.com/teens-view-cannabis-as-less-harmful-than-alcohol-and-vapes/) - Adolescents consistently perceive cannabis as less harmful than other commonly used substances.
- [Disney+ Releases Sign Language Versions of Popular Songs](https://homeword.com/disney-releases-sign-language-versions-of-popular-songs/) - In honor of National Deaf History Month, Disney+ has released three animated musical specials, reimagined in sign language.
- [Fitness TikToks May Be Hurting Young Men’s Body Image, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/fitness-tiktoks-may-be-hurting-young-mens-body-image-study-finds/) - After just three minutes spent watching fitness-focused TikTok videos, young men felt less satisfied with their own physical fitness.
- [What's Hot? 5/1/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-5-1-26/) - See what is trending this week, 5/1/26.
- [More Americans Are Going ‘No Contact’ And Gen Z Is Leading the Shift](https://homeword.com/more-americans-are-going-no-contact-and-gen-z-is-leading-the-shift/) - 38 percent of Americans have gone “no contact” with a friend or family member in the past year, cutting off communication entirely.
- [Theo Von Talks Healing, Childhood Wounds, and Faith in Emotional Podcast](https://homeword.com/theo-von-talks-healing-childhood-wounds-and-faith-in-emotional-podcast/) - Theo Von got unexpectedly vulnerable at the end of his latest episode of This Past Weekend.
- [Meta Now Lets Parents See What Teens Discuss With AI](https://homeword.com/meta-now-lets-parents-see-what-teens-discuss-with-ai/) - Meta announced on April 23, 2026, that parents who use supervision tools will now be able to see what topics their teen discussed with Meta AI.
- [Nearly Half of Young Adults Say They’d Prefer to Live in the Past](https://homeword.com/nearly-half-of-young-adults-say-theyd-prefer-to-live-in-the-past/) - Nearly half (47%) of adults ages 18-29 said if they had the option, they’d choose to live in the past.
- [Mental Health Challenges Differ for Kids in Rural and Urban Communities](https://homeword.com/mental-health-challenges-differ-for-kids-in-rural-and-urban-communities/) - Rural and urban children and adolescents tend to experience different mental health issues.
- [What's Hot? 4/24/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-4-24-26/) - See what is trending this week, 4/24/26.
- [Growing Faith Among Young Men Is Shifting the Gender Gap](https://homeword.com/growing-faith-among-young-men-is-shifting-the-gender-gap/) - Driven by a recent increase, young men in the U.S. have now surpassed young women in saying religion is "very important" in their lives.
- [Key Findings on What Makes Families More Resilient](https://homeword.com/key-findings-on-what-makes-families-more-resilient/) - Here are three crucial insights to glean from resilient families.
- [TikTok Use May Be Driven by a Deeper Fear of Rejection](https://homeword.com/tiktok-use-may-be-driven-by-a-deeper-fear-of-rejection/) - A new study found that people who harbor fear of being rejected are more likely to develop a problematic relationship with short-form video apps.
- [What's Hot? 4/17/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-4-17-26/) - See what is trending this week, 4/17/26.
- [Energy Drinks Under Scrutiny After Tragic Teen Death](https://homeword.com/energy-drinks-under-scrutiny-after-tragic-teen-death/) - While exposures do not always result in an overdose or poisoning, many kids aren't aware of the harm energy drinks can cause them.
- [Identifying ADHD Early May Boost Children’s School Success](https://homeword.com/identifying-adhd-early-may-boost-childrens-school-success/) - Children with ADHD are more apt to have a bright future if they’re diagnosed in their early elementary years rather than as high schoolers.
- [A Growing Number of Girls Feel Anxious About Adolescence](https://homeword.com/a-growing-number-of-girls-feel-anxious-about-adolescence/) - Young girls are experiencing increasing rates of anxiety about their future.
- [The Risks of Completely Blocking Kids From Social Media](https://homeword.com/the-risks-of-completely-blocking-kids-from-social-media/) - Blanket bans, parental control requirements, and one-size-fits-all access rules often erode the very trust between kids and adults that keeps children safe.
- [What's Hot? 4/10/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-4-10-26/) - See what is trending this week, 4/10/26.
- [Gen Z’s ‘Soft Socializing’ Trend Is Redefining Low-Pressure Hangouts](https://homeword.com/gen-zs-soft-socializing-trend-is-redefining-low-pressure-hangouts/) - Rather than centering plans around going out, soft socializing leans into low-pressure hangouts where connection can develop more naturally.
- [The ‘Jessica’ Trick Is Helping Parents Calm Toddler Tantrums](https://homeword.com/the-jessica-trick-is-helping-parents-calm-toddler-tantrums/) - Parents are sharing footage of their toddlers crying, then, their mom or dad says something like, “Hey, Jessica’s here,”.
- [Global Study Links Declining Religion to Rising Child Anxiety](https://homeword.com/global-study-links-declining-religion-to-rising-child-anxiety/) - Countries where religious faith became less of a child-rearing priority over time tended to see anxiety rates in kids go up.
- [Engaging With Art Linked to Greater Well-Being](https://homeword.com/engaging-with-art-linked-to-greater-well-being/) - The simple act of looking at a piece of visual art can boost your wellbeing.
- [What's Hot? 4/3/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-4-3-26/) - See what is trending this week, 4/3/26.
- [Study Finds New Fathers Face Significant Mental Health Challenges](https://homeword.com/study-finds-new-fathers-face-significant-mental-health-challenges/) - Men have a 30% increased risk of depression and stress disorders by the end of their first year of fatherhood.
- [What Kids Really Want From Playtime Might Surprise Adults](https://homeword.com/what-kids-really-want-from-playtime-might-surprise-adults/) - When researchers surveyed more than 500 primary school children about their own memories of good and bad play, the results did not line up with the frameworks adults had been using
- [Parental Influence Plays a Key Role in Teen Depression, Research Suggests](https://homeword.com/parental-influence-plays-a-key-role-in-teen-depression-research-suggests/) - Anyone wanting to understand depression in young people cannot ignore the role of the parents and the family.
- [AI May Be Disrupting Your Relationship With God](https://homeword.com/ai-may-be-disrupting-your-relationship-with-god/) - A lot of what AI offers is seductive because it feels immediate and frictionless. Faith rarely works that way.
- [What's Hot? 3/27/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-3-27-26/) - See what is trending this week, 3/27/26.
- [New Research Identifies Two Distinct ADHD Subtypes With Different Patterns](https://homeword.com/new-research-identifies-two-distinct-adhd-subtypes-with-different-patterns/) - Children with ADHD appear to cluster into two neurologically distinct subgroups, and the brain patterns separating them run in opposite directions.
- [Adult Baptisms Are Rising to Levels Not Seen in Decades](https://homeword.com/adult-baptisms-are-rising-to-levels-not-seen-in-decades/) - Across the country, churches are reporting the strongest baptism growth they’ve seen in decades.
- [Study Finds No Evidence Cannabis Helps Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD](https://homeword.com/study-finds-no-evidence-cannabis-helps-anxiety-depression-or-ptsd/) - The largest review of medicinal cannabis to date found it doesn’t effectively treat anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
- [Heavy Phone Use Linked to Disordered Eating Risk in Teens](https://homeword.com/heavy-phone-use-linked-to-disordered-eating-risk-in-teens/) - Compulsive phone habits in young people may be closely tied to disordered eating, body dissatisfaction, and emotional overeating.
- [What's Hot? 3/20/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-3-20-26/) - See what is trending this week, 3/20/26.
- [Just 24 Minutes of Music May Help Reduce Anxiety, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/just-24-minutes-of-music-may-help-reduce-anxiety-study-finds/) - A short music session may help ease anxiety, and researchers say there’s a "sweet spot" for how long to listen.
- [Americans’ Ideal Age for Marriage and Kids Might Surprise You](https://homeword.com/americans-ideal-age-for-marriage-and-kids-might-surprise-you/) - Those who think there’s a right time to get married say the sweet spot is around the age of 26 or 27.
- [New Data Reveals Which Brands Teens Think Are Cool Right Now](https://homeword.com/new-data-reveals-which-brands-teens-think-are-cool-right-now/) - This report gives us an interesting snapshot of which brands are coolest for teens at this moment in time.
- [Study Shows Free Summer Camps Help Kids Build Healthier Habits](https://homeword.com/study-shows-free-summer-camps-help-kids-build-healthier-habits/) - The use of free summer care to promote health equity among children from different socio-economic groups
- [What's Hot? 3/13/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-3-13-26/) - See what is trending this week, 3/13/26.
- [Parents Should Know About ‘Boy Kibble,’ the Viral TikTok Diet Raising Concern](https://homeword.com/parents-should-know-about-boy-kibble-the-viral-tiktok-diet-raising-concern/) - Boy kibble is similarly low on effort, but instead centers around a bowl of rice and ground beef and not much else.
- [Academic Pressure at 15 Can Shape Mental Health Into the Twenties](https://homeword.com/academic-pressure-at-15-can-shape-mental-health-into-the-twenties/) - The academic pressure felt at age 15 shows associations with mental health that extend surprisingly far.
- [Study Finds Teenagers Are Sleeping Far Less Than They Did in the Late 2000s](https://homeword.com/study-finds-teenagers-are-sleeping-far-less-than-they-did-in-the-late-2000s/) - In recent years there has been an alarming decline in sleep duration among teenagers
- [Fox to Premiere Series Spotlighting the Women of Genesis This Month](https://homeword.com/fox-to-premiere-series-spotlighting-the-women-of-genesis-this-month/) - On March 22, the Fox Network is rolling out a new Bible-based limited series, The Faithful: Women of the Bible.
- [What's Hot? 3/6/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-3-6-26/) - See what is trending this week, 3/6/26.
- [Faith-Inspired Video Game Casts Players as a Sword-Wielding Leper](https://homeword.com/faith-inspired-video-game-casts-players-as-a-sword-wielding-leper/) - Indie developer CALYXIR has announced The Abased, a Bible-inspired fantasy action RPG set in an pre-Flood world.
- [Instagram Adds Alerts for Parents When Teens Search Self-Harm Content](https://homeword.com/instagram-adds-alerts-for-parents-when-teens-search-self-harm-content/) - In an upgrade to Teen Accounts, the platform will alert parents if their teen searches for terms related to suicide or self-harm repeatedly within a short window of time.
- [New Research Shows How Different Types of Peer Pressure Influence Teens](https://homeword.com/new-research-shows-how-different-types-of-peer-pressure-influence-teens/) - While popular peers dominate the visible, public-facing parts of adolescent life, best friends operate in a far more private space, and their influence lands differently.
- [Young Gamers May Face Mental Health Risks](https://homeword.com/young-gamers-may-face-mental-health-risks/) - Pre-teens who struggle to control their video gaming habits are more likely to have psychotic-like experiences a year later.
- [How the Church Is Evolving in 2026: Key Trends to Watch](https://homeword.com/how-the-church-is-evolving-in-2026-key-trends-to-watch/) - As part of its ongoing State of the Church initiative, Barna Group, is continuing to track several key aspects of Christianity, church life and culture today.
- [What's Hot? 2/27/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-2-27-26/) - See what is trending this week, 2/27/26.
- [Parents Say Kids’ Screen Time Is Damaging the Family Bond](https://homeword.com/parents-say-kids-screen-time-is-damaging-the-family-bond/) - A national survey of 2,000 millennial and Gen Z parents found that 42% feel disconnected from their kids because of technology.
- [Snapchat’s Latest Feature Helps Parents Worry Less About Teens](https://homeword.com/snapchats-latest-feature-helps-parents-worry-less-about-teens/) - The updated “Arrival Notifications” feature allows flexible notifications across multiple locations to fit a unique routine.
- [‘Forevergreen’ Turns Faith-Fueled Vision Into an Oscar Nomination](https://homeword.com/forevergreen-turns-faith-fueled-vision-into-an-oscar-nomination/) - Forevergreen is twelve and a half minutes of animation and score, telling a version of the prodigal son parable.
- [Study Connects Sugary Drinks to Increased Anxiety in Teenagers](https://homeword.com/study-connects-sugary-drinks-to-increased-anxiety-in-teenagers/) - A study has identified a troubling link between high-sugar drinks and increased anxiety symptoms in young people.
- [What's Hot? 2/20/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-2-20-26/) - See what is trending this week, 2/20/26.
- [The ‘Aura Farming’ Trend Explained for Parents](https://homeword.com/the-aura-farming-trend-explained-for-parents/) - "Aura farming," has been making its mark on the internet.
- [The Rise of Christian Chatbots Sparks Debate Among Faith Leaders](https://homeword.com/the-rise-of-christian-chatbots-sparks-debate-among-faith-leaders/) - Around the world, tens of millions of people are now turning to AI chatbots for prayer, confession and spiritual advice.
- [The Surprising Power of Watching the Olympics as a Family](https://homeword.com/the-surprising-power-of-watching-the-olympics-as-a-family/) - Viewing the Olympics as a family offers even more value by strengthening family bonds, creating positive memories, and even lowering stress levels.
- [What's Hot? 2/13/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-2-13-26/) - See what is trending this week, 2/13/26.
- [Why Gen Z Is Rethinking Getting Behind the Wheel](https://homeword.com/why-gen-z-is-rethinking-getting-behind-the-wheel/) - Delayed Driving goes hand in hand with a broader trend: Gen Z is falling behind older generations across a range of social markers.
- [Should Parents Pay Kids to Read and Work Out?](https://homeword.com/should-parents-pay-kids-to-read-and-work-out/) - Recent data shows that a small share of parents are using chores to reinforce self-care habits.
- [Strong Family Connections in Teens Linked to Greater Adult Success](https://homeword.com/strong-family-connections-in-teens-linked-to-greater-adult-success/) - Adults who felt connected to their families as teenagers were more than twice as likely to have strong social bonds with others two decades later
- [Why Some Teen's Quest to Get Big Is Turning Into Bigorexia](https://homeword.com/why-some-teens-quest-to-get-big-is-turning-into-bigorexia/) - Body dissatisfaction among young people is on the rise, and it's a trend that's starting to affect more boys.
- [What's Hot? 2/6/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-2-6-26/) - See what is trending this week, 2/6/26.
- [What's Hot? 1/30/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-1-30-26/) - See what is trending this week, 1/30/26.
- [Dangerous Psychotropic Drug Combinations Found Among Young Users](https://homeword.com/dangerous-psychotropic-drug-combinations-found-among-young-users/) - Use of medications for mental health and behavioral conditions among children and young adults increased steadily for two decades.
- [Rates of Psychosis and Schizophrenia Are Rising Among Millennials and Gen Z](https://homeword.com/rates-of-psychosis-and-schizophrenia-are-rising-among-millennials-and-gen-z/) - Millennials and Gen Z might be at greater risk of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia than older generations.
- [Faith on Screen Resonates With Audiences Across Belief Systems](https://homeword.com/faith-on-screen-resonates-with-audiences-across-belief-systems/) - Religion in entertainment isn’t the audience turnoff that Hollywood might think.
- [Children’s Mental Health Improved Quickly After COVID School Closures Ended](https://homeword.com/childrens-mental-health-improved-quickly-after-covid-school-closures-ended/) - Researchers discovered that children who went back to school during COVID experienced far fewer mental health diagnoses than those who stayed remote.
- [The ‘Good Boy’ Phrase Kids Are Using Explained](https://homeword.com/the-good-boy-phrase-kids-are-using-explained/) - The "good boy" trend boils down to this: a child instructs another to complete a task and when the child complies, the kid responds by calling him a "good boy."
- [Parents Draw the Line on Swearing](https://homeword.com/parents-draw-the-line-on-swearing/) - With only half of parents drawing a hard line against swearing, the strict “wash your mouth out with soap” approach has clearly faded.
- [Kratom and Teens: The Risks Parents Shouldn’t Ignore](https://homeword.com/kratom-and-teens-the-risks-parents-shouldnt-ignore/) - Marketed as "natural" and often sold in forms such as powders, capsules and gummies, kratom is gaining popularity in the U.S. among teens.
- [The State of Marriage and Divorce in 2025](https://homeword.com/the-state-of-marriage-and-divorce-in-2025/) - New data from Barna’s The State of Today’s Family report reveals a nuanced portrait of marriage, parenting and relationships in the U.S.
- [What's Hot? 1/23/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-1-16-23/) - See what is trending this week, 1/23/26.
- [How Stranger Things Can Help Adults Talk to Teens About Mental Health](https://homeword.com/how-stranger-things-can-help-adults-talk-to-teens-about-mental-health/) - Beyond its monsters and 1980s nostalgia, Stranger Things resonates because it tells stories of struggles familiar to young people.
- [Mattel Expands Inclusive Barbie Line With Autistic Doll](https://homeword.com/mattel-expands-inclusive-barbie-line-with-autistic-doll/) - Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie on Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity.
- [More Americans Are Making Mental Health a New Year’s Resolution](https://homeword.com/more-americans-are-making-mental-health-a-new-years-resolution/) - More than a third of Americans plan to focus on their mental health as part of their New Year’s resolutions.
- [Teen Health Goals, Hidden Risks: What Parents Should Watch for in 2026](https://homeword.com/teen-health-goals-hidden-risks-what-parents-should-watch-for-in-2026/) - The most important thing parents can do to support their teens’ healthy New Year’s resolutions is to understand their “why".
- [What's Hot? 1/16/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-1-16-26/) - See what is trending this week, 1/16/26.
- [How to Talk With Teens About Drugs and Alcohol](https://homeword.com/how-to-talk-with-teens-about-drugs-and-alcohol/) - It's best to have talks early and often, long before you're worried that your teen has come home after using drugs or alcohol.
- [An Expert Shares Easy Ways Families Can Reset Digital Habits in 2026](https://homeword.com/an-expert-shares-easy-ways-families-can-reset-digital-habits-in-2026/) - Use the New Year as an opportunity to rethink your family's digital habits.
- [Why Online ‘Brainrot’ Isn’t Ruining Kids’ Minds but Changing How They Navigate the Internet](https://homeword.com/why-online-brainrot-isnt-ruining-kids-minds-but-changing-how-they-navigate-the-internet/) - Brainrot isn’t evidence that young people are disengaged or unimaginative. It’s a reflection of how they make sense of a digital world.
- [Gen Z Leads the Shift Away From Excessive Screen Time](https://homeword.com/gen-z-leads-the-shift-away-from-excessive-screen-time/) - The generation that was handed smartphones before driver’s licenses is also the most eager to put them down.
- [What's Hot? 1/9/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-1-9-26/) - See what is trending this week, 1/9/26.
- [How Play Supports Children’s Social Development and Brain Function](https://homeword.com/how-play-supports-childrens-social-development-and-brain-function/) - A new study has uncovered the ways different types of play are linked to children's social abilities and brain activity.
- [Most U.S. Schools Restrict Phones, Yet Teens Are Still Scrolling](https://homeword.com/most-u-s-schools-restrict-phones-yet-teens-are-still-scrolling/) - New research shows that even with near-universal policies in place, teens still spend more than an hour each school day on their devices.
- [Study Finds Video Games Can Help Relieve Stress in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/study-finds-video-games-can-help-relieve-stress-in-young-adults/) - Young adults feeling stressed or burned out might want to hop on and play a few rounds on video games, a new study says.
- [What's Hot? 1/2/26](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-1-2-26/) - See what is trending this week, 1/2/26.
- [Why Bullying Affects Every Child, According to a Pediatrician](https://homeword.com/why-bullying-affects-every-child-according-to-a-pediatrician/) - A pediatrician explains what every parent needs to know about bullying and the actions that can help stop it.
- [Gen Z Is Thinking Carefully About AI and Human Identity](https://homeword.com/why-gen-z-is-thinking-carefully-about-ai-and-human-identity/) - As generative AI seeps into virtually every aspect of our daily lives, you gotta wonder: is anyone not on board with the AI takeover?
- [What Parents Searched for Most in 2025](https://homeword.com/what-parents-searched-for-most-in-2025/) - Google often serves as an invaluable resource for fielding all the parenting curveballs thrown at us throughout the days and nights.
- [Study Identifies Key Nutrient Gaps in Plant-Based Diets for Kids](https://homeword.com/study-identifies-key-nutrient-gaps-in-plant-based-diets-for-kids/) - More families are exploring plant-based diets for their children, but a massive analysis of nearly 50,000 kids reveals a complicated picture.
- [New Research Challenges How ADHD Drugs Are Thought to Work](https://homeword.com/new-research-challenges-how-adhd-drugs-are-thought-to-work/) - ADHD stimulants appear to work less by sharpening focus and more by waking up the brain.
- [What's Hot? 12/26/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-26-25/) - See what is trending this week, 12/26/25.
- [The Hidden Costs of True Crime Reporting](https://homeword.com/the-hidden-costs-of-true-crime-reporting/) - True crime productions often add to the trauma experienced by victims’ loved ones.
- ['David' Debuts at No. 2, Marking Another Win for Angel Studios](https://homeword.com/david-debuts-at-no-2-marking-another-win-for-angel-studios/) - David, the animated musical from Angel Studios, debuted at No. 2 at the box office this weekend.
- [1 in 10 Teens Prefer Chatbots Over Human Conversation](https://homeword.com/1-in-10-teens-prefer-chatbots-over-human-conversation/) - A significant number of teens say conversations with AI chatbots feel more satisfying than talking with actual humans.
- [Teen Cannabis Use Linked to Emotional and Academic Struggles](https://homeword.com/teen-cannabis-use-linked-to-emotional-and-academic-struggles/) - Using marijuana just once or twice a month was associated with worse school performance and emotional distress for teens.
- [What's Hot? 12/19/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-19-25/) - See what is trending this week, 12/19/25.
- [Google’s Year in Search Highlights Forrest Frank’s Viral Popularity](https://homeword.com/googles-year-in-search-highlights-forrest-franks-viral-popularity/) - Google’s Year in Search 2025 results are out, and it looks like Forrest Frank was on a lot of people’s minds — or at least in their ears.
- [Why People Are Turning to AI for Romance](https://homeword.com/why-people-are-turning-to-ai-for-romance/) - Very little is known about how the emergence of AI relationship platforms that replicate romantic interactions may impact dating and marriage relationships.
- [Why This New Show Is Striking a Chord With Moms Everywhere](https://homeword.com/why-this-new-show-is-striking-a-chord-with-moms-everywhere/) - All Her Fault, based on Andrea Mara’s 2021 psychological thriller novel of the same name, makes explicit the concept of the default parent.
- [Screen Time Overtakes Chores as America’s Top Family Conflict](https://homeword.com/screen-time-overtakes-chores-as-americas-top-family-conflict/) - A survey reveals technology has dethroned these traditional flashpoints to become the leading cause of family arguments in American homes.
- [TikTok Now a Primary News Source for Millions of Americans](https://homeword.com/tiktok-now-a-primary-news-source-for-millions-of-americans/) - A fifth of U.S. adults now regularly get news on TikTok, up from just 3% in 2020.
- [Roblox Adds Stricter Age Checks and Age-Based Chats for Younger Users](https://homeword.com/roblox-adds-stricter-age-checks-and-age-based-chats-for-younger-users/) - Roblox is stepping up its age verification system for users who want to chat with other players and implementing age-based chats.
- [Soaring Parenthood Costs May Reach $82K Annually by 2035](https://homeword.com/soaring-parenthood-costs-may-reach-82k-annually-by-2035/) - The annual cost of raising a family in the United States could top $82,000 by 2035.
- [Why the ‘Flip the Camera’ Trend Has Parents Paying Attention](https://homeword.com/why-the-flip-the-camera-trend-has-parents-paying-attention/) - Another day, another new social media trend that is going viral. But it’s important parents don’t simply write off what’s being called the “flip the phone challenge".
- [What's Hot? 12/12/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-12-25/) - See what is trending this week, 12/12/25.
- [What's Hot? 12/5/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-5-25/) - See what is trending this week, 12/5/25.
- [The Group Chat Effect: What Parents Don’t See in Teen Friend Drama](https://homeword.com/the-group-chat-effect-what-parents-dont-see-in-teen-friend-drama/) - If you’ve ever watched your teen go from laughing on the couch to storming into their room because of something that happened “in the group chat,” you already know how fast teen friendships can flip.
- [The Neurological Impact of Extensive Screen Time on Children](https://homeword.com/the-neurological-impact-of-extensive-screen-time-on-children/) - Children with more screen time showed cortical thinning in brain regions involved in memory, planning, and impulse control.
- [More Young Americans Are Reporting Serious Cognitive Struggles](https://homeword.com/more-young-americans-are-reporting-serious-cognitive-struggles/) - People from the ages of 18 to 39 have experienced a significant increase in cognitive issues in the span of about a decade
- [The Painful Story Behind the ‘The Rabbit Got Me’ Trend](https://homeword.com/the-painful-story-behind-the-the-rabbit-got-me-trend/) - We’ve all been there, whether we wanted to be or not: A single unexpected event or moment can turn out lives upside down.
- [What's Hot? 11/28/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-28-25/) - See what is trending this week, 11/28/25.
- [Peanut Allergies Are Showing a Surprising Decline](https://homeword.com/peanut-allergies-are-showing-a-surprising-decline/) - Peanut allergy is one of the most common food allergies, affecting between 1% and 2% of people living in the West.
- [Selfie Filters Are Warping How Young People See Themselves](https://homeword.com/selfie-filters-are-warping-how-young-people-see-themselves/) - New findings suggest image-editing technologies have significant impacts for young people’s body image and wellbeing.
- [The Real Meaning Behind Kids Yelling ‘Six Seven’](https://homeword.com/the-real-meaning-behind-kids-yelling-six-seven/) - Attempting to explain what "six seven" actually means has proven complicated for even the most seasoned teen slang experts.
- [Phone Bans in Schools Are Transforming Student Behavior](https://homeword.com/phone-bans-in-schools-are-transforming-student-behavior/) - Over the past few years, a huge number of schools in the United States and around the world have banned cell phone use among their students.
- [What's Hot? 11/21/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-21-25/) - See what is trending this week, 11/21/25.
- [How Your Eating Habits Impact Both Mental Health and Spiritual Well-Being](https://homeword.com/how-your-eating-habits-impact-both-mental-health-and-spiritual-well-being/) - There’s nothing inherently wrong with finding comfort in food. But the last half-decade of constant stress has exposed something deeper than just late-night snacking.
- [More Parents Are Using ChatGPT as a Parenting Tool](https://homeword.com/more-parents-are-using-chatgpt-as-a-parenting-tool/) - Parents are turning to OpenAI’s ChatGPT in increasing numbers for child rearing advice — and the results of that uncontrolled experiment are anyone’s guess.
- [Parent Advocates Urge Caution on AI Toys This Holiday](https://homeword.com/parent-advocates-urge-caution-on-ai-toys-this-holiday/) - They're cute, even cuddly, and promise learning and companionship—but artificial intelligence toys are not safe for kids, according to children's and consumer advocacy groups.
- [Youth Sports Pressure Leads to Frequent Burnout](https://homeword.com/youth-sports-pressure-leads-to-frequent-burnout/) - About 17% of parents with kids in youth sports are convinced their child is destined for professional stardom.
- [What's Hot? 11/14/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-14-25/) - See what is trending this week, 11/14/25.
- [Working Multiple Jobs Is Taking a Toll on Gen Z’s Mental Health](https://homeword.com/working-multiple-jobs-is-taking-a-toll-on-gen-zs-mental-health/) - Gen Z is feeling the economic slump. Their days are clouded by a feeling of hopelessness in their financial stability.
- [New Research Reveals Worsening Trend in U.S. Teen Behavior](https://homeword.com/new-research-reveals-worsening-trend-in-u-s-teen-behavior/) - New research has revealed a worrying rise in flavored marijuana vape usage among American adolescents.
- [The Return of Hope: Why Optimism Is Trending Again](https://homeword.com/the-return-of-hope-why-optimism-is-trending-again/) - Something remarkable is happening beneath the headlines of despair: people are getting more hopeful.
- [Is the ‘God Gap’ Between Men and Women Shrinking?](https://homeword.com/is-the-god-gap-between-men-and-women-shrinking/) - For decades, one of the most consistent findings in religion research has been that women tend to be more religious than men.
- [What's Hot? 11/7/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-31-25-2/) - See what is trending this week, 11/7/25.
- [Online Connections Have Mixed Effects on Teen Mental Health](https://homeword.com/online-connections-have-mixed-effects-on-teen-mental-health/) - While adolescents and teens around the world are more socially connected than ever through online social networking sites, they also report more feelings of depression, anxiety, and related mental health issues.
- [Christian Singles Are Turning to Dating Apps, Not Church, to Find Love](https://homeword.com/christian-singles-are-turning-to-dating-apps-not-church-to-find-love/) - For singles looking for love, opaque code that materializes potential partners without explanation increasingly seems like the only choice.
- [What's Hot? 10/31/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-31-25/) - See what is trending this week, 10/31/25.
- [Faith-Based Shows Are Dominating Prime Video’s Top 10](https://homeword.com/faith-based-shows-are-dominating-prime-videos-top-10/) - Faith-inspired stories have been growing on mainstream platforms for years, but this moment feels different.
- [The Hidden Struggle: 1 in 3 New Moms Missing Support from Their Own Moms](https://homeword.com/the-hidden-struggle-1-in-3-new-moms-missing-support-from-their-own-moms/) - Traditionally, a new mom’s own mother serves as a sturdy pillar and soft place to land, all wrapped into one. But new data suggests that’s not the case for many.
- [Top Baby Name Trends Inspired by TV Shows and Cottagecore Style](https://homeword.com/top-baby-name-trends-inspired-by-tv-shows-and-cottagecore-style/) - In line with vintage, cottage-core names and period-based TV shows like Bridgerton and Yellowstone are also passing the vibe check for baby name inspiration.
- [Sugar Isn’t the Villain: 5 Myths a Nutritionist Wants You to Forget](https://homeword.com/sugar-isnt-the-villain-5-myths-a-nutritionist-wants-you-to-forget/) - Parents often hear well-meaning advice about sugar, but research shows that the bigger concern isn't what happens after a one-off binge.
- [Majority of Parents Borrow Money to Support Their Children](https://homeword.com/majority-of-parents-borrow-money-to-support-their-children/) - Six in 10 American parents have taken on debt to provide for their children, as soaring living costs push family budgets to the limit.
- [Ozempic and Similar Drugs May Help Curb Alcohol and Drug Use](https://homeword.com/ozempic-and-similar-drugs-may-help-curb-alcohol-and-drug-use/) - A promising group of medications already used to treat diabetes and obesity may also hold potential for tackling alcohol and drug addiction.
- [What's Hot? 10/24/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-24-25/) - See what is trending this week, 10/24/25.
- [SNAP Participation Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk in Kids](https://homeword.com/snap-participation-linked-to-lower-heart-disease-risk-in-kids/) - Experiencing food insecurity in early childhood is associated with worse heart health two decades later.
- [The State of Childhood in America Hasn’t Changed Much, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/the-state-of-childhood-in-america-hasnt-changed-much-study-finds/) - New research shows that overall, the prevalence of adverse and positive childhood experiences reported by parents of teenagers hasn't changed.
- [Study Finds Preschool Screen Habits May Impact Future Grades](https://homeword.com/study-finds-preschool-screen-habits-may-impact-future-grades/) - The screen time habits formed in a child’s early years may determine how well they perform in elementary school.
- [The Parenting Trend Gen Z Plans to Break](https://homeword.com/the-parenting-trend-gen-z-plans-to-break/) - With each generation, parenting styles seem to undergo some sort of transformation.
- [What's Hot? 10/17/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-17-25/) - See what is trending this week, 10/17/25.
- [What's Hot? 10/3/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-3-25/) - What's Hot the week of 10/3/25?
- [Study Finds 1 in 5 Young Adults Use Cannabis or Alcohol as a Sleep Aid](https://homeword.com/study-finds-1-in-5-young-adults-use-cannabis-or-alcohol-as-a-sleep-aid/) - Researchers at the Institute for Social Research, report that more than one in five young adults in the US use cannabis or alcohol to help them fall asleep.
- [Instagram Tightens Safety Rules for Teen Users](https://homeword.com/instagram-tightens-safety-rules-for-teen-users/) - In the year since launching Teen Accounts, Instagram received backlash from parents and experts who believe the built-in protections were not doing enough to protect young users from inappropriate content.
- [ADHD Diagnoses Are Rising, Why Experts Say It’s a Step Forward, Not a Crisis](https://homeword.com/adhd-diagnoses-are-rising-why-experts-say-its-a-step-forward-not-a-crisis/) - Many news outlets have reported an increase – or surge – in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, diagnoses in both children and adults.
- [Teens Use Tobacco to Cope with Stress, But Quitting Support Falls Short](https://homeword.com/teens-use-tobacco-to-cope-with-stress-but-quitting-support-falls-short/) - A new study based on the 2022 National Youth Tobacco Survey has uncovered a concerning gap in how health professionals support young people dealing with mental health challenges and tobacco use.
- [Helicopter Parenting Linked to Rising Anxiety Among College Students](https://homeword.com/helicopter-parenting-linked-to-rising-anxiety-among-college-students/) - Parents who constantly monitor and control their children’s lives may be setting them up for a mental health crisis in college.
- [Boosting Teen Self-Esteem and Health Through Leisure Time](https://homeword.com/boosting-teen-self-esteem-and-health-through-leisure-time/) - New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that the way young people spend their free time may play a crucial role in supporting their well-being and social development.
- [Why the Teen Years Are Critical for Depression Intervention](https://homeword.com/why-the-teen-years-are-critical-for-depression-intervention/) - Depression in young teens could be easier to treat than in adulthood due to the symptoms being more flexible and not yet ingrained, a study shows.
- [How Social Threats Shape the Developing Teenage Brain](https://homeword.com/how-social-threats-shape-the-developing-teenage-brain/) - Perceived threats in a child's social environment, within the family, at school, and in the neighborhood, are known risk factors for adolescent psychopathology.
- [TikTok Skin-Care Trends May Be Harming Teens](https://homeword.com/tiktok-skin-care-trends-may-be-harming-teens/) - When teens on TikTok say, “Get ready with me,” it can be more harmful than they might realize.
- [Plastics and Kids: The Hidden Connection to Obesity, Infertility, and Asthma](https://homeword.com/plastics-and-kids-the-hidden-connection-to-obesity-infertility-and-asthma/) - Plastic chemicals tied to hormone disruption, inflammation, and brain development issues may fuel chronic diseases that begin in childhood.
- [Want Better Test Scores? Try Jumping Jacks Beforehand](https://homeword.com/want-better-test-scores-try-jumping-jacks-beforehand/) - Kids’ academic test scores might improve if they boost their brain power with some high-intensity exercise before picking up a pen, a new pilot study says.
- [Average Kids' Weekly Allowance Now at $37](https://homeword.com/average-kids-weekly-allowance-now-at-37/) - A recent survey of 1,587 parents found that, on average, parents give their kids (aged 5-17) an allowance of $37 per week.
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- [Teen Sleep Habits May Shape Brain Connectivity Linked to Behavior Problems](https://homeword.com/teen-sleep-habits-may-shape-brain-connectivity-linked-to-behavior-problems/) - New research suggests that how well adolescents sleep could influence how their brains function—and might even help predict whether they develop behavioral problems down the line.
- [Teen Suicide, Binge Drinking Decline, New National Data Show](https://homeword.com/teen-suicide-binge-drinking-decline-new-national-data-show/) - The use of cocaine, alcohol, and prescription opioids in the US has declined over the last 4 years, data from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed.
- [Reading for Pleasure Plummets By 40% in the US](https://homeword.com/reading-for-pleasure-plummets-by-40-in-the-us/) - A new study found that among U.S. adults, leisure reading, or reading for fun, has declined by 40% in the last 20 years.
- [Less Than Half of Adolescents with Major Depression Receive Mental Health Care](https://homeword.com/less-than-half-of-adolescents-with-major-depression-receive-mental-health-care/) - Fewer than half of all adolescents with major depressive episode received mental health care in the US in 2022, according to a new study.
- [What's Hot? 08/29/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-29-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teen Gaming Addicts Prone to Stress, Sleep Loss, Depression](https://homeword.com/teen-gaming-addicts-prone-to-stress-sleep-loss-depression/) - Teenagers who spend too long fixated on a screen while yanking at a joystick risk not only sleeplessness and falling grades but even depression.
- [How American Households Have Changed Over Time](https://homeword.com/how-american-households-have-changed-over-time/) - A graphic displaying how American households have changed from 1960 to 2023.
- [Sleep Problems in Early Teens Associated with Future Self-Harm](https://homeword.com/sleep-problems-in-early-teens-associated-with-future-self-harm/) - New research has found that sleep problems at age 14 were directly associated with self-harm behavior at age 14 and again at age 17, showing that teenage sleep can have long lasting impacts on self-harm.
- [Bullied Teens Less Likely to be Depressed if They Feel Connected at School](https://homeword.com/bullied-teens-less-likely-to-be-depressed-if-they-feel-connected-at-school/) - Feeling connected at school can stave off depression symptoms associated with being a victim of bullying in adolescence, according to a recently published study.
- [What's Hot? 09/05/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-05-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Genetic Evidence Confirms Early Puberty Accelerates Aging and Disease](https://homeword.com/genetic-evidence-confirms-early-puberty-accelerates-aging-and-disease/) - In a recent study, researchers discovered that early puberty or childbirth doubles women’s risk for major diseases and accelerates aging, while later timing offers protective benefits.
- [What's Hot? 09/12/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-12-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Poor Sleep Tied to Self-Harm Among Teens](https://homeword.com/poor-sleep-tied-to-self-harm-among-teens/) - Teenagers who get poor sleep are more likely to harm themselves on purpose, a new study says.
- [Teenage Period Pain Linked to Higher Risk of Chronic Pain in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/teenage-period-pain-linked-to-higher-risk-of-chronic-pain-in-adulthood/) - Teenagers who experience moderate or severe period pain are significantly more likely to develop chronic pain in adulthood, according to a major new study from the University of Oxford.
- [Early Smartphones May Scar Young Minds](https://homeword.com/early-smartphones-may-scar-young-minds/) - Owning a smartphone before age 13 is associated with poorer mind health and wellbeing in early adulthood, according to a global study of more than 100,000 young people.
- [The Hidden Mental Health Danger in Today’s High-THC Cannabis](https://homeword.com/the-hidden-mental-health-danger-in-todays-high-thc-cannabis/) - THC levels in cannabis have soared in recent years, raising the risk of psychosis—especially in young, frequent users.
- [Teen Loneliness Triggers 'Reward Seeking' Behavior](https://homeword.com/teen-loneliness-triggers-reward-seeking-behavior/) - A study has found that adolescents become highly motivated to seek rewards after just a few hours of social isolation.
- [Extra Sleep Boosts Teen Brain Power](https://homeword.com/extra-sleep-boosts-teen-brain-power/) - New findings from scientists in the UK and China reveal that teens who go to bed earlier and sleep longer tend to have stronger brain function and perform better on cognitive tests.
- [Teens Less Defiant When Parents Model Values and Show Understanding](https://homeword.com/teens-less-defiant-when-parents-model-values-and-show-understanding/) - A new study concludes that the way teenagers receive their parents' warnings depends less on the message itself and more on whether they see their parents as genuinely living up to their own purported values.
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- [Teen Gaming Addicts Prone to Stress, Sleep Loss, Depression](https://homeword.com/teen-gaming-addicts-prone-to-stress-sleep-loss-depression-2/) - Teenagers who spend too long fixated on a screen while yanking at a joystick risk not only sleeplessness and falling grades but even depression.
- [Teenage Sleeping Problems Fueled by Dysfunctional Parents](https://homeword.com/teenage-sleeping-problems-fueled-by-dysfunctional-parents/) - A study following over 3,400 children for four years revealed that family conflict and parents’ mental health struggles show connections to teen sleep problems.
- [Soccer Heading Does Most Damage to Brain Area Critical for Cognition, Brain Imaging Study Finds](https://homeword.com/soccer-heading-does-most-damage-to-brain-area-critical-for-cognition-brain-imaging-study-finds/) - A brain imaging technique developed by Columbia researchers has identified areas in the brain's cerebral cortex—just behind the forehead—that are most damaged by the repetitive impacts from heading a soccer ball.
- [Study Reveals Which Parenting Style Can Reduce a Child’s Social Anxiety](https://homeword.com/study-reveals-which-parenting-style-can-reduce-a-childs-social-anxiety/) - Research from the University of Georgia finds that warmth and affection can make a difference.
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- [Social Media Eligibility Rewires Teen Sleep Patterns](https://homeword.com/social-media-eligibility-rewires-teen-sleep-patterns/) - The following is excerpted from an online article posted by StudyFinds. Turning 13 is a milestone most kids look forward to, but it carries a challenging twist that parents might not see coming. New research following more than 10,000 adolescents reveals that this birthday often brings a sharp change in bedtime screen habits that winds
- [Parents and Teens Agree: Growing Up Now Isn’t Easy](https://homeword.com/parents-and-teens-agree-growing-up-now-isnt-easy/) - The following is excerpted from an online article posted by Pew Research There are big debates about how teenagers are faring these days. And technology’s impact is often at the center of these conversations. Prominent figures, including the U.S. Surgeon General, have been vocal about the harmful effects technology may be having on young people. These concerns
- [TikTok’s Birth Control Problem: 90% Of Top Videos Aren’t From Medical Experts](https://homeword.com/tiktoks-birth-control-problem-90-of-top-videos-arent-from-medical-experts/) - A new study reveals that of 100 top contraception-related videos on TikTok (totally 4.85 billion views), only 10% were created by medical professionals.
- [Verbal Abuse as Damaging as Physical Abuse to Children's Mental Health](https://homeword.com/verbal-abuse-as-damaging-as-physical-abuse-to-childrens-mental-health/) - A recent study found that verbal abuse inflicted in childhood can harm a person’s future mental health as much as physical abuse. The report was published in the journal BMJ Open.
- [How Much Is Social Media to Blame for Teens’ Declining Mental Health?](https://homeword.com/how-much-is-social-media-to-blame-for-teens-declining-mental-health/) - While the pandemic led to more mental health issues among teens, this was not a sudden sharp uptick or a reversal of previous positive trends—teens started to report more sadness starting 10 years ago.
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- [Parental Criticism Hurts: A Glimpse Inside the Adolescent Brain](https://homeword.com/parental-criticism-hurts-a-glimpse-inside-the-adolescent-brain/) - It may seem as though adolescents do as they please, but a new study suggests they are more sensitive to their parents' opinions than they may seem, with the adolescent brain reacting strongly to parental criticism or praise.
- [Family Structure Influences Teen Delinquency](https://homeword.com/family-structure-influences-teen-delinquency/) - The structure of teens' families influences their risk of delinquent behaviors such as shoplifting, graffiti or robbery, new research suggests.
- [Teens Who Misuse Drugs Rarely Shake the Issue as Adults](https://homeword.com/teens-who-misuse-drugs-rarely-shake-the-issue-as-adults/) - Does youthful experimentation with drugs and alcohol always fade with age? Not necessarily, as a new study finds that more than 60% of teens who report heavy use of alcohol, marijuana, and/or other drugs continue to have a drug problem as adults.
- [The Teen Brain Tunes in Less to Mom’s Voice, More to Unfamiliar Voices](https://homeword.com/the-teen-brain-tunes-in-less-to-moms-voice-more-to-unfamiliar-voices/) - Around age 13, kids’ brains shift from focusing on their mothers’ voices to favor new voices, part of the biological signal driving teens to separate from their parents, a Stanford Medicine study has found.
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- [Driver's Ed Does Help Young Drivers Stay Safe](https://homeword.com/drivers-ed-does-help-young-drivers-stay-safe/) - If your teen is itching to get behind the wheel, new research underscores the importance of signing them up for driver's education.
- [Teen Suicides Increased During the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/teen-suicides-increased-during-the-pandemic/) - The number of suicides among adolescents between the ages of 10 and 19 increased in five states during the pandemic, according to research looking at 14 states published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics.
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- [10-Country Survey Reveals Nearly One in Four Adolescents Living with Obesity Do Not Know They Have Obesity](https://homeword.com/10-country-survey-reveals-nearly-one-in-four-adolescents-living-with-obesity-do-not-know-they-have-obesity/) - New research from 10 countries presented at this year's European Congress of Obesity (ECO) shows that nearly one-quarter of adolescents living with obesity (24%) do not know they have obesity.
- [UK Study Suggests Adolescents' Diet Quality is Neither Healthy nor Sustainable](https://homeword.com/uk-study-suggests-adolescents-diet-quality-is-neither-healthy-nor-sustainable/) - New research on United Kingdom adolescents suggests secondary school students are not eating a healthy or sustainable diet.
- [Teens on TikTok: Fun, But Addictive and Maybe Harmful](https://homeword.com/teens-on-tiktok-fun-but-addictive-and-maybe-harmful/) - Is TikTok a boon to teens' self-esteem and creativity, or an addictive time-waster that creates unhealthy competition and expectations? A small, new study suggests the answer is likely both.
- [Injury More Likely When Teens Focus on One Sport](https://homeword.com/injury-more-likely-when-teens-focus-on-one-sport/) - According to a new study, researchers report that focusing solely on one sport puts high school athletes at increased risk for injuries and burnout.
- [Teen Use of School Mental Health Services Up in 2019](https://homeword.com/teen-use-of-school-mental-health-services-up-in-2019/) - School mental health (MH) service use increased among adolescents in 2019 compared with previous years, according to a research letter published in JAMA Pediatrics.
- [Popular Kids in School More Likely to be Disruptive and Aggressive](https://homeword.com/popular-kids-in-school-more-likely-to-be-disruptive-and-aggressive/) - Research from Florida Atlantic University shows that aggressive, disruptive adolescents often end up becoming quite popular among their peers.
- [Exposure to Smoking and Vaping in Films Increases Uptake in Young People](https://homeword.com/exposure-to-smoking-and-vaping-in-films-increases-uptake-in-young-people/) - Exposure to smoking and vaping content in films is contributing to the uptake of smoking and vaping by young people by around 40% (smoking) and around 30% (vaping), according to new research.
- [Loneliness Can Begin in Childhood — and Last a Lifetime](https://homeword.com/loneliness-can-begin-in-childhood-and-last-a-lifetime/) - Loneliness that begins during childhood could have a lasting impact for the rest of a person’s life, a new study warns.
- [COVID-19 Took Devestating Toll on Adolescent Mental Health and Suicidality](https://homeword.com/covid-19-took-devestating-toll-on-adolescent-mental-health-and-suicidality/) - The COVID-19 pandemic worsened the already worrisome mental health crises among adolescents, a new study finds.
- [Binge Drinking Has a Powerful Impact on the Adolescent Brain](https://homeword.com/binge-drinking-has-a-powerful-impact-on-the-adolescent-brain/) - A University at Buffalo research team has published a preclinical study demonstrating the powerful effect that binge drinking has on the brains of adolescent rats.
- [What's Hot? 05/13/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-13-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Children Exercising Less, Spending More Time on Couch Than Before COVID-19 Pandemic](https://homeword.com/children-exercising-less-spending-more-time-on-couch-than-before-covid-19-pandemic/) - Children are exercising less than they did before the pandemic and spending too much time on the sofa, warns a new study.
- [Motivation for Sports and School Go Hand in Hand for Adolescent Athletes](https://homeword.com/motivation-for-sports-and-school-go-hand-in-hand-for-adolescent-athletes/) - A new study from Finland shows adolescent athletes with high motivation for school also have high motivation for sports. Male students tend to be less interested in school than their female peers.
- [Most Marijuana Use Videos on TikTok Portrayed as Positive](https://homeword.com/most-marijuana-use-videos-on-tiktok-portrayed-as-positive/) - In a study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Review, researchers reviewed TikTok videos portraying marijuana use and have concluded that most videos depict the usage positively.
- [What's Hot? 05/20/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-20-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [If You've Had a 'Mild' Concussion, You Could Still Have Symptoms Years Later](https://homeword.com/if-youve-had-a-mild-concussion-you-could-still-have-symptoms-years-later/) - A new study has found that up to eight years later, people who had experienced a mild concussion reported more ongoing symptoms, depression, and problems with work than those who never had one.
- [When States Legalize Pot, More Teens Light Up](https://homeword.com/when-states-legalize-pot-more-teens-light-up/) - Pot use among U.S. minors increases when states legalize recreational cannabis for adults, according to a new study.
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- [Adventurous Play Outdoors Leads to Stronger Mental Health for Kids](https://homeword.com/adventurous-play-outdoors-leads-to-stronger-mental-health-for-kids/) - A new study finds children who spend more time playing adventurously show fewer signs of anxiety and depression.
- [Classroom Insecurity: 1 in 3 Teens Worldwide Don’t Feel Safe in Their Own School](https://homeword.com/classroom-insecurity-1-in-3-teens-worldwide-dont-feel-safe-in-their-own-school/) - A new study from Finland’s University of Turku finds adolescents around the globe fear for their safety with one in three saying they feel unsafe in their own school.
- [Excessively High BMI in Adolescence is Also Associated with Type 1 Diabetes—Not Just the Type 2](https://homeword.com/excessively-high-bmi-in-adolescence-is-also-associated-with-type-1-diabetes-not-just-the-type-2/) - New research shows that excessively high body mass index (BMI) in adolescents is linked to the development of type 1 diabetes (the form of the condition more associated with autoimmune complications), not just the type 2 form usually associated with excess weight.
- [What's Hot? 06/03/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-03-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Team Sports Linked to Fewer Mental Health Difficulties for Kids](https://homeword.com/team-sports-linked-to-fewer-mental-health-difficulties-for-kids/) - A large-scale study of U.S. children and adolescents has found that participation in a team sport is associated with fewer mental health difficulties.
- [Teens May Have Eaten Healthier During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/teens-may-have-eaten-healthier-during-pandemic/) - New research has uncovered one positive effect of the pandemic: for the first time in 30 years, teens' consumption of junk food fell following school closures, social restrictions, and more parents working from home.
- [What's Hot? 06/10/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-10-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [How Mother-Youth Emotional Climate Helps Adolescents Cope with Stress](https://homeword.com/how-mother-youth-emotional-climate-helps-adolescents-cope-with-stress/) - A recent University of Illinois study looks at how emotional aspects of parenting can help youth better cope with peer stressors during this transitional period.
- [More Than Half of Teens Think Investing Is Too Confusing](https://homeword.com/more-than-half-of-teens-think-investing-is-too-confusing/) - A new study from Fidelity Investments finds that more than half of teens think investing is too confusing and almost three and four have no knowledge of trading stocks or electronic fund transfers.
- [Youth Drinking, Pot Use Went Down During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/youth-drinking-pot-use-went-down-during-pandemic/) - Pot use, drinking, smoking, and vaping all fell among U.S. youth during the pandemic, likely because they had to spend more time at home and less time with their friends, researchers say.
- [Children's Chores Improve Brain Function](https://homeword.com/childrens-chores-improve-brain-function/) - Requiring kids to do chores on a regular basis may be associated with them having better academic performance and problem-solving skills, according to new research from La Trobe University.
- [20 Minutes of Vigorous Physical Activity Daily Advised for Teens](https://homeword.com/20-minutes-of-vigorous-physical-activity-daily-advised-for-teens/) - Twenty minutes of daily vigorous physical activity (VPA) seems to be best for maximizing cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) in adolescents, according to a new study.
- [1 in 5 Parents Say They’ll Never Have ‘The Talk’ with Their Kids](https://homeword.com/1-in-5-parents-say-theyll-never-have-the-talk-with-their-kids/) - For many parents, talking about the birds and the bees is a part of life for adolescents. For others, they’ll just leave it to their child’s school to teach them about human reproduction.
- [What's Hot? 06/24/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-24-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [75% of Teens Aren't Getting Recommended Daily Exercise](https://homeword.com/75-of-teens-arent-getting-recommended-daily-exercise/) - New research from the University of Georgia suggests three out of every four teens aren't getting enough exercise, and this lack is even more pronounced among female students.
- [Sports, Not Screens: The Key to Happier, Healthier Children](https://homeword.com/sports-not-screens-the-key-to-happier-healthier-children/) - New research finds that when children are involved in after-school activities, they're more likely to feel happier and healthier than their counterparts who are glued to a screen.
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- [Cyberbullying Increases the Risk of Suicide Among Children More Than ‘Traditional’ Bullying](https://homeword.com/cyberbullying-increases-the-risk-of-suicide-among-children-more-than-traditional-bullying/) - Cyberbullying has a stronger impact on adolescent victims than “traditional,” in-person bullying, a new study reveals.
- [Losing a Grandmother Can Trigger Long-Lasting Depression, Especially for Teen Boys](https://homeword.com/losing-a-grandmother-can-trigger-long-lasting-depression-especially-for-teen-boys/) - In a new Penn State study, the authors report a significant correlation between a grandmother passing away and depression, especially among adolescent boys.
- [Kids Eating More Processed Foods Are Less Physically Fit, Have Poorer Heart Health](https://homeword.com/kids-eating-more-processed-foods-are-less-physically-fit-have-poorer-heart-health/) - New research suggests children eating lots of ultra-processed foods see drops in their physical fitness levels, and are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease in later life.
- [Teens Have Triple the Odds of Misusing Marijuana Compared to Adults](https://homeword.com/teens-have-triple-the-odds-of-misusing-marijuana-compared-to-adults/) - In yet another report that illustrates the dangers pot poses to the young, developing brain, a new British study finds teenagers are much more likely than adults to develop an addiction to marijuana.
- [Gen Z Social Usage Rising as Their Parents Start to Log Off](https://homeword.com/gen-z-social-usage-rising-as-their-parents-start-to-log-off/) - This year, 4.0 million Gen Zers (born between 1997 and 2012) will become social network users, up 8.4% over 2021 and the momentum will continue so that by 2025 there will be 13.8 million more Gen Z social network users than there were in 2021.
- [Children Battling Obesity More Likely to Suffer Cognitive Decline by Middle Age](https://homeword.com/children-battling-obesity-more-likely-to-suffer-cognitive-decline-by-middle-age/) - According to new research, scientists say unhealthy weight and poor physical fitness during one’s youth increase the risk of cognitive decline in middle age.
- [Many Adolescents Reported Worsened or New-Onset Headaches During the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/many-adolescents-reported-worsened-or-new-onset-headaches-during-the-pandemic/) - Over one-third of schoolchildren who received online lessons during the COVID-19 pandemic reported a worsening of headache symptoms or new-onset headaches, according to a new study.
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- [Video Game Players Show Enhanced Brain Activity, Decision-Making Skills](https://homeword.com/video-game-players-show-enhanced-brain-activity-decision-making-skills/) - Frequent players of video games show superior sensorimotor decision-making skills and enhanced activity in key regions of the brain as compared to non-players, according to a recent study by Georgia State University researchers.
- [Depression in Fathers and Children Linked, Regardless of Genetic Relatedness](https://homeword.com/depression-in-fathers-and-children-linked-regardless-of-genetic-relatedness/) - Adolescent depression and behavior problems are on the rise and paternal depression may be contributing to this increase, regardless of whether the fathers and children are genetically related, according to new research.
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- [Half of Parents Don’t Know Screen Time Damages Their Kids’ Vision](https://homeword.com/half-of-parents-dont-know-screen-time-damages-their-kids-vision/) - Half of parents are blind to how much screen time can damage their children’s vision, according to a new poll.
- [Trendy Mindfulness Training Doesn’t Boost Teens’ Mental Health](https://homeword.com/trendy-mindfulness-training-doesnt-boost-teens-mental-health/) - Mindfulness training doesn’t appear to provide the benefits to teens many schools were hoping for when it comes to mental health, a new study reveals.
- [Anxiety Is More Likely to Be Passed From Mother to Daughter](https://homeword.com/anxiety-is-more-likely-to-be-passed-from-mother-to-daughter/) - Research now suggests that anxiety disorders are passed down from mother to daughter and that having a father without anxiety protects sons from developing the condition.
- [Drinking Alone in Youth a Big Sign for Future Problems](https://homeword.com/drinking-alone-in-youth-a-big-sign-for-future-problems/) - In a new study, researchers found that drinking alone during adolescence and young adulthood greatly increases risk for alcohol use disorder later on and the risk for women is especially worrisome.
- [Kids and Teens Spend More Time Watching TikTok Than YouTube](https://homeword.com/kids-and-teens-spend-more-time-watching-tiktok-than-youtube/) - In June 2020, TikTok overtook YouTube as the most used video platform by people ages 4 through 18, and it has continued to dominate with younger viewers.
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- [Modern Family - 6 in 10 Parents Text Their Kids When Dinner is Ready, Instead of Talking](https://homeword.com/modern-family-6-in-10-parents-text-their-kids-when-dinner-is-ready-instead-of-talking/) - Perhaps it’s a sign of the times, but nearly six in 10 (59%) parents say they often text their kids to come downstairs for dinner instead of actually talking to them.
- [Elevated Tween Screen Time Linked to Disruptive Behavior Disorders](https://homeword.com/elevated-tween-screen-time-linked-to-disruptive-behavior-disorders/) - Tweens who spend more time on screens have a higher likelihood of developing disruptive behavior disorders, with social media having an especially strong influence, according to a new study.
- [Obesity Rates Continue to Climb Among U.S. Kids, Teens](https://homeword.com/obesity-rates-continue-to-climb-among-u-s-kids-teens/) - For the first time ever, more than 1 in 5 American kids is obese, as rates of obesity for kids between 2 and 5 years of age as well as 12- to 19-year-olds have continued to rise, a new analysis of nationwide health survey data shows.
- [Getting Young Athletes Ready for a New School Year](https://homeword.com/getting-young-athletes-ready-for-a-new-school-year/) - As a new school year begins, many students return to their favorite sports or try something new. Some tips for getting children ready to start fall sports or any physical activities at any age.
- [What's Hot? 08/05/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-05-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Couch Potato Kids Can Develop High Blood Pressure By the Age of Six](https://homeword.com/couch-potato-kids-can-develop-high-blood-pressure-by-the-age-of-six/) - Unhealthy lifestyles — or being a “couch potato” — can lead to health problems at any age. However, a new study finds children as young as six could develop high blood pressure because of this inactivity.
- [Gaming Time Has Little Effect on Short-Term Mental Health](https://homeword.com/gaming-time-has-little-effect-on-short-term-mental-health/) - The short-term mental-health impact of playing video games "is probably too small" to be noticeable, according to a major study by the University of Oxford published recently.
- [What's Hot? 08/12/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-12-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [More Empathy Among Adolescents Helps Stop Cyberbullying](https://homeword.com/more-empathy-among-adolescents-helps-stop-cyberbullying/) - Researchers from Florida Atlantic University have found that cultivating more empathy among kids is an effective way of preventing cyberbullying.
- [Parents Plan to Spend an Average of $1,104 on Back-to-School](https://homeword.com/parents-plan-to-spend-an-average-of-1104-on-back-to-school/) - According to a survey by RetailMeNot, parents plan to spend, on average, a total of $1,104 on back-to-school supplies for the new school year.
- [New Flavored Nicotine Gums, Lozenges, and Gummies Rank Second Among Nicotine Products Used by US Teens](https://homeword.com/new-flavored-nicotine-gums-lozenges-and-gummies-rank-second-among-nicotine-products-used-by-us-teens/) - In a new study, researchers from USC surveyed more than 3,500 Southern California teens about the nicotine products they use. The new flavored oral nicotine products ranked second: 3.4% of teens had used them at least once, while 1.7% had used them in the past six months.
- [Parents’ Inability to Handle Kids’ Screen Time Habits Leading to More Arguments, Family Tension](https://homeword.com/parents-inability-to-handle-kids-screen-time-habits-leading-to-more-arguments-family-tension/) - With no set “rule book” on how to navigate this newly emerging parental problem, parents in a recent survey admit their kids’ mobile use is leading to a whole lot of family arguments and tension.
- [Number of Healthy-Weight Children Going on Diets Has Nearly Tripled in 2 Decades](https://homeword.com/number-of-healthy-weight-children-going-on-diets-has-nearly-tripled-in-2-decades/) - Researchers from the University of Oxford say healthy kids are shedding pounds because they are already unhappy with their bodies during grade school.
- [‘Dreaming Big’ as Children Could Lead to Disappointment Later in Life](https://homeword.com/dreaming-big-as-children-could-lead-to-disappointment-later-in-life/) - Telling children to “dream big” when they grow up could be doing more harm than good. A new study by international researchers finds that having unrealistic aspirations as a teen could have a negative effect during adulthood.
- [Being More Physically Active Does Not Help Girls Lose Body Fat](https://homeword.com/being-more-physically-active-does-not-help-girls-lose-body-fat/) - Girls do not shed pounds from being more physically active, according to new research. A team in Norway says their figures are not controlled by how much time they spend running, walking, or in the gym.
- [College Mental Health Crisis: Depression Cases Skyrocket by 135 Percent](https://homeword.com/college-mental-health-crisis-depression-cases-skyrocket-by-135-percent/) - Researchers from Boston University reveal that the mental health of college students is getting worse. Their study found that rates of anxiety and depression have skyrocketed over the last eight years.
- [Playing Football, Hockey in High School Ups Odds for Stimulant Abuse](https://homeword.com/playing-football-hockey-in-high-school-ups-odds-for-stimulant-abuse/) - Taking part in certain sports in high school may lead to misuse of prescription stimulants in the years after graduation, a new study finds.
- [What's Hot? 08/19/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-19-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Use of Pot, Hallucinogens Soaring Among Young Americans](https://homeword.com/use-of-pot-hallucinogens-soaring-among-young-americans/) - Marijuana and hallucinogen use are at an all-time high among young adults, according to new a new report from U.S. health officials.
- [Skipping Breakfast May Increase Chance of Kids and Teens Developing Psychosocial Health Problems](https://homeword.com/skipping-breakfast-may-increase-chance-of-kids-and-teens-developing-psychosocial-health-problems/) - Young people who eat healthy breakfasts at home have better psychosocial health, shows a recent study in Frontiers in Nutrition.
- [What's Hot? 08/26/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-26-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Too Little Sleep Could Have Teens Piling on Pounds](https://homeword.com/too-little-sleep-could-have-teens-piling-on-pounds/) - New research suggests that not getting enough sleep may doom adolescents and teens to obesity and poorer health as they enter adulthood.
- [41% of Teenagers Can't Tell the Difference Between True and Fake Online Health Messages](https://homeword.com/41-of-teenagers-cant-tell-the-difference-between-true-and-fake-online-health-messages/) - A new study has found that teenagers have a hard time discerning between fake and true health messages.
- [What's Hot? 09/02/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-02-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [‘Social Exclusion’ is the Most Common Form of School Bullying — Not Violence](https://homeword.com/social-exclusion-is-the-most-common-form-of-school-bullying-not-violence/) - Researchers from the University of Missouri-Columbia have found that the most common variety of bullying isn't physical violence, but “relational aggression.”
- [Students Who Take Notes by Hand Have Higher GPA, Remember More Than Those Who Type on Digital Devices](https://homeword.com/students-who-take-notes-by-hand-have-higher-gpa-remember-more-than-those-who-type-on-digital-devices/) - Maybe having iPads and computers become a regular part of the classroom isn’t the best idea after all. Kids who write their notes by hand may get higher grades than their peers, according to new research.
- [Youth Engaged in Digital Self-Harm 9 to 15 Times More Likely to Attempt Suicide](https://homeword.com/youth-engaged-in-digital-self-harm-9-to-15-times-more-likely-to-attempt-suicide/) - In a new study, researchers found that adolescents who engaged in digital self-harm were between five and seven times more likely to have considered suicide and between nine and 15 times more likely to have attempted to end their life.
- [Teens More Likely to Vape If Parent Smokes](https://homeword.com/teens-more-likely-to-vape-if-parent-smokes/) - According to a new study, teens whose parents smoke cigarettes were 55% more likely to try e-cigarettes than those of nonsmoking parents and 51% more likely to have tried traditional cigarettes.
- [What's Hot? 09/09/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-09-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Parents’ Who Reward Kids With Food, Restrict Their Diet May Turn Them Into ’Emotional Eaters’](https://homeword.com/parents-who-reward-kids-with-food-restrict-their-diet-may-turn-them-into-emotional-eaters/) - Parents who reward children with food or restrict their diet risk their kids becoming “emotional eaters” who use food to regulate their feelings.
- ['Gateway' Foods Like Candy, Pastries and Frozen Treats May Lead to Unhealthy Teen Eating](https://homeword.com/gateway-foods-like-candy-pastries-and-frozen-treats-may-lead-to-unhealthy-teen-eating/) - A study of adolescent eating habits found that certain ultra-processed foods, such as candy, prepackaged pastries and frozen desserts, may act as a 'gateway' and lead to increased intake of other unhealthy foods.
- [What's Hot? 09/16/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-16-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [One App Is Especially Bad for Teens' Sleep](https://homeword.com/one-app-is-especially-bad-for-teens-sleep/) - In a new study, researchers found YouTube fans experienced consistent and negative effects on sleep. Surprisingly, traditional TV was associated with earlier bedtimes.
- [Getting Kids Walking, Biking to School Can Lead to Long-Term Fitness](https://homeword.com/getting-kids-walking-biking-to-school-can-lead-to-long-term-fitness/) - Kids who walk, skateboard or ride their bikes to school when they are young are more likely to keep it up as they get older, reaping the health benefits, recent research suggests.
- [What's Hot? 09/23/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-23-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Nearly 1 in 10 American Adults, 1 in 5 Teens Report Having Depression](https://homeword.com/nearly-1-in-10-american-adults-1-in-5-teens-report-having-depression/) - Depression is on the rise in the United States, according to sobering new research from Columbia University and City University of New York.
- [Concussion Aftermath Could Drag Down Teens' Grades](https://homeword.com/concussion-aftermath-could-drag-down-teens-grades/) - In a new study, researchers at the University of Washington found that those who had a recent concussion could be 25% more likely than classmates to be in poor academic standing.
- [Problems Persist for Kids Exposed to Cannabis in the Womb](https://homeword.com/problems-persist-for-kids-exposed-to-cannabis-in-the-womb/) - Children who were exposed to cannabis in the womb continue to show elevated rates of symptoms of psychopathology (depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions), even as—at ages 11 and 12—they head toward adolescence, according to new research.
- [Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and in Particular DHA, Are Associated With Increased Attention Scores in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/omega-3-fatty-acids-and-in-particular-dha-are-associated-with-increased-attention-scores-in-adolescents/) - According to new research, higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, and specifically DHA, are associated with greater selective and sustained attention and inhibitory attention in adolescents.
- [Early Puberty in Girls Surged in the Pandemic, But Why?](https://homeword.com/early-puberty-in-girls-surged-in-the-pandemic-but-why/) - One of the more perplexing COVID-related health problems could be an increase in the number of girls experiencing idiopathic precocious puberty – abnormally early onset of puberty.
- [Are Kids Too Self-Conscious? 2 in 3 Are Insecure About Their Looks](https://homeword.com/are-kids-too-self-conscious-2-in-3-are-insecure-about-their-looks/) - According to a new national poll by a team at the University of Michigan, two in three parents say their child feels insecure about their appearance.
- [U.S. Teens' Drinking, Smoking Declines While Vaping & Pot Use Keep Rising](https://homeword.com/u-s-teens-drinking-smoking-declines-while-vaping-pot-use-keep-rising/) - Fewer U.S. teenagers are drinking and smoking these days, but marijuana and vaping have gained in popularity — particularly among kids with lots of unsupervised free time.
- [Parenting Practices in Teen Years Set the Stage for Closeness, Warmth Later On](https://homeword.com/parenting-practices-in-teen-years-set-the-stage-for-closeness-warmth-later-on/) - High-quality parenting practices in adolescence lay the foundation for close parent-child relationships when the children become young adults, according to new research.
- [Teen Alcohol Misuse is a Driver of Poorer Health and Dissatisfaction in Midlife](https://homeword.com/teen-alcohol-misuse-is-a-driver-of-poorer-health-and-dissatisfaction-in-midlife/) - Alcohol misuse in adolescence affects physical health and life satisfaction over multiple decades, outcomes that are driven by ongoing alcohol problems, a new study has found.
- [Researchers Refute Common Sleep Myths About Adolescents Held By Parents and Caregivers](https://homeword.com/researchers-refute-common-sleep-myths-about-adolescents-held-by-parents-and-caregivers/) - As a new school year starts for teenagers, sleep health researchers are shining a light on some of the most common myths held by parents and caregivers about their teens' sleep.
- [What's Hot? 09/30/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-30-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teen Drivers Often Unsafe on the Road With Speeding and Handheld Cellphone Use](https://homeword.com/teen-drivers-often-unsafe-on-the-road-with-speeding-and-handheld-cellphone-use/) - New research found that all teens, no matter their sex, behind the wheel of a car were prone to risky behaviors, particularly handheld cellphone use and speeding.
- [Bedtime Breakthrough: Study Finds 2 Ways to Help Teens Get More Sleep](https://homeword.com/bedtime-breakthrough-study-finds-2-ways-to-help-teens-get-more-sleep/) - If you know a teen in need of more regular shut-eye, researchers from Rush University Medical Center have two suggestions: teach them strong time management skills and consider trying bright light therapy.
- [What's Hot? 10/7/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-7-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Excessive Social Media Use Linked to Depression Onset 6 Months Later](https://homeword.com/excessive-social-media-use-linked-to-depression-onset-6-months-later/) - New research finds that people who constantly use social media are more likely to develop depression within six months, regardless of their personality type.
- [Broken Bones, Fractured Skulls Remain Common Bicycle Injuries, Especially Among Teen Boys](https://homeword.com/broken-bones-fractured-skulls-remain-common-bicycle-injuries-especially-among-teen-boys/) - More than one million U.S. children fractured a bone while riding a bicycle over the past 20 years, and most of them were boys between the ages of 10 to 15 years old, according to new research.
- [What's Hot? 10/14/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-14-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Sports Like Soccer, Basketball Better for Young Athletes' Bone Health Than Running Alone](https://homeword.com/sports-like-soccer-basketball-better-for-young-athletes-bone-health-than-running-alone/) - New research found that young athletes who participate in multidirectional sports instead of specializing in something like running or cycling can build stronger bones that are less prone to injury as adults.
- [Fear of Missing Out in College Students Linked to Cheating, Drug Use, Stealing](https://homeword.com/fear-of-missing-out-in-college-students-linked-to-cheating-drug-use-stealing/) - Fear of missing out (FOMO) can influence college students to break both the law and the honor system, new research explains.
- [What's Hot? 10/21/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-21-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Abuse, Violence, Other Events Linked to Poor Mental Health in Teens During COVID Pandemic](https://homeword.com/abuse-violence-other-events-linked-to-poor-mental-health-in-teens-during-covid-pandemic/) - A new report found a majority of high school students reported a potentially traumatic event during the COVID-19 pandemic that may have contributed to poor mental health and suicidal behaviors.
- [Some Screen Time Better Than None During Children's Concussion Recovery](https://homeword.com/some-screen-time-better-than-none-during-childrens-concussion-recovery/) - Too much screen time can slow children's recovery from concussions, but new research from the University of British Columbia and the University of Calgary suggests that banning screen time is not the answer.
- [Strict Parenting May Hard-Wire Depression Risk into a Child's DNA](https://homeword.com/strict-parenting-may-hard-wire-depression-risk-into-a-childs-dna/) - New research suggests that strict parenting can effectively "hard-wire" a child's DNA to increase their biological risk for depression in adolescence and later life.
- [What's Hot? 10/28/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-28-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Playing Video Games Every Day May Boost Brain Development, Behavior in Children](https://homeword.com/playing-video-games-every-day-may-boost-brain-development-behavior-in-children/) - Playing video games may actually boost a child’s brainpower, according to new research. Researchers in Vermont say gaming leads to better impulse control and working memory, improving behavior and academic performance.
- [Strict or Neglectful Parents Tend to Have Heavier Kids](https://homeword.com/strict-or-neglectful-parents-tend-to-have-heavier-kids/) - The effects of different parenting styles on children's weight have been determined—and indicate parental warmth is key to a healthy weight.
- [Eliminating Sexual Violence Could Reduce Poor Mental Health Among Teens](https://homeword.com/eliminating-sexual-violence-could-reduce-poor-mental-health-among-teens/) - The prevalence of serious mental health problems among 17-year-olds could drop by as much as 16.8% for girls and 8.4% for boys if they were not subjected to sexual violence, such as sexual assault and harassment, according to estimates from UCL researchers.
- [Music Class in Sync with Higher Math Scores](https://homeword.com/music-class-in-sync-with-higher-math-scores/) - Music and arts classes can increase student interest in school and even benefit their math achievement, according to a new study.
- [Vaping Can Do as Much Heart Damage as Decades of Smoking](https://homeword.com/vaping-can-do-as-much-heart-damage-as-decades-of-smoking/) - Researchers with the American Heart Association say vaping causes changes in cardiovascular function, which are similar to the impact of smoking tobacco products for nearly 20 years!
- [How Early Fears Play Role in Future Anxiety, Depression](https://homeword.com/how-early-fears-play-role-in-future-anxiety-depression/) - A recent imaging study has found that people who are more inhibited in early childhood and who also don't respond typically to potential rewards as adolescents are more vulnerable to developing depression later in life.
- [New TikTok Trend of Mouth Taping During Sleep Carries Dangers](https://homeword.com/new-tiktok-trend-of-mouth-taping-during-sleep-carries-dangers/) - A new trend promoted on the social media platform TikTok has people taping their lips shut at bedtime -- a practice that could be dangerous, an expert warns.
- [Disconnection, Not Teens' Screen Time, Is the Problem](https://homeword.com/disconnection-not-teens-screen-time-is-the-problem/) - While many parents and caregivers believe teens spend too much time on smartphones, video games, and social media, a Michigan State University researcher says not to worry about screen time.
- [Obesity Drug Helps Teens Lose Weight](https://homeword.com/obesity-drug-helps-teens-lose-weight/) - A drug called semaglutide, which is approved for adults with obesity or overweight, also helps adolescents shed pounds and have healthier hearts, according to a new study.
- [TikTok Promotes Toxic Diet Culture Among Teens, Young Adults](https://homeword.com/tiktok-promotes-toxic-diet-culture-among-teens-young-adults/) - Troubling new research reveals today’s adolescents and young adults are being “fed” a steady stream of content on the social media platform TikTok, suggesting that weight is the most important measure of a person’s health.
- [What's Hot? 11/04/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-04-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Over 3 Million U.S. School Kids Now Vaping or Smoking](https://homeword.com/over-3-million-u-s-school-kids-now-vaping-or-smoking/) - A new study released by two federal agencies estimated a total of 3.08 million U.S. middle and high school students using some form of tobacco product within the previous 30 days in 2022.
- [Violence on TV: Effects From Age 3 Can Stretch into the Teen Years](https://homeword.com/violence-on-tv-effects-from-age-3-can-stretch-into-the-teen-years/) - Watching violent TV during the preschool years can lead to later risks of psychological and academic impairment by the summer before middle school starts, according to a new study.
- [Kids' Screen Time Rose by 50% During the Pandemic: Three Tips for the Whole Family to Bring It Back Down](https://homeword.com/kids-screen-time-rose-by-50-during-the-pandemic-three-tips-for-the-whole-family-to-bring-it-back-down/) - A recent review comparing children's screen time before and during COVID, shows children's screen time spiked by a whopping 50% between 2020 and 2022, sparking concerns over the problematic impacts of excessive screen time on the mental and cognitive health of both children and adults.
- [What's Hot? 11/11/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-11-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Words Can Wound When Parents Talk to Kids About Obesity](https://homeword.com/words-can-wound-when-parents-talk-to-kids-about-obesity/) - With U.S. health officials calling childhood obesity a public health crisis, conversations about weight are important. But what you say to your kids can be challenging, and even counterproductive, a new study found.
- [Kids Who Feel Poorer Than Their Friends More Likely to Have Mental Health Problems](https://homeword.com/kids-who-feel-poorer-than-their-friends-more-likely-to-have-mental-health-problems/) - Youngsters who try to keep up with richer friends are more likely to have worse mental health than those who feel economically equal, a new study reveals.
- [What's Hot? 11/18/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-18-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Over a Billion Young People Could Lose Hearing Due to Earbuds, Loud Concerts](https://homeword.com/over-a-billion-young-people-could-lose-hearing-due-to-earbuds-loud-concerts/) - Almost half of the world's young people are at risk for hearing loss because of their use of earbuds and other personal listening devices and listening to loud music at concerts, a new study suggests.
- [Pandemic Stress Literally Caused Teen Brains to Age by Several Years](https://homeword.com/pandemic-stress-literally-caused-teen-brains-to-age-by-several-years/) - In a new study, researchers found that pandemic-related stressors have altered the brain structure of adolescents, making them appear several years older in comparison to their peers prior to the global health crisis.
- [Study Finds That Online Learning During COVID-19 was Detrimental to Teen Mental Health, School Satisfaction, Performance](https://homeword.com/study-finds-that-online-learning-during-covid-19-was-detrimental-to-teen-mental-health-school-satisfaction-performance/) - The unprecedented COVID-related shutdown of classroom learning caused undue stress, low levels of social inclusion, and low satisfaction with school for many—and mental health issues for some, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of California, Davis.
- [What's Hot? 12/2/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-2-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Connection, Creativity and Drama: Teen Life on Social Media in 2022](https://homeword.com/connection-creativity-and-drama-teen-life-on-social-media-in-2022/) - According to new research from the Pew Research Center, majorities of teens credit social media with strengthening their friendships and providing support while also noting the emotionally charged side of these platforms.
- [Many Adolescents Game a lot Without Negative Effects on Their Wellbeing](https://homeword.com/many-adolescents-game-a-lot-without-negative-effects-on-their-wellbeing/) - A new study published by University of Oxford researchers shows that although many school-age adolescents are spending considerable time gaming, it is not having a negative impact on their well-being.
- [What's Hot? 12/9/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-9-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [As Alcohol Abuse Declines Among Teens, Marijuana Abuse Soars](https://homeword.com/as-alcohol-abuse-declines-among-teens-marijuana-abuse-soars/) - Marijuana abuse among 6- to 18-year-olds has increased 245% since 2000, while child alcohol abuse has steadily declined over those years, say researchers who analyzed poisonings over two decades.
- [1 in 10 Teens Have Sexted, Many See Porn by 6th Grade](https://homeword.com/1-in-10-teens-have-sexted-many-see-porn-by-6th-grade/) - A high number of preteens and teens in the U.S. have viewed pornography, and many have also sent or received nude or seminude photos -- sexting -- over their smartphones, a new study reveals.
- [What's Hot? 12/16/22](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-16-22/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Age That Kids Acquire Mobile Phones Not Linked to Well-Being](https://homeword.com/age-that-kids-acquire-mobile-phones-not-linked-to-well-being/) - Stanford Medicine researchers did not find a connection between the age children acquired their first cell phone and their sleep patterns, depression symptoms, or grades.
- [Basketball Better for Building Stronger Bones in Youth Athletes Than Track](https://homeword.com/basketball-better-for-building-stronger-bones-in-youth-athletes-than-track/) - According to a recent study, youth athletes who play multidirectional sports like basketball, instead of unidirectional sports like track, are able to build stronger bones that decrease their risk of bone injury in adulthood.
- [Scientists Discover New Consequences of Drinking as a Teen – And They Can Last Decades](https://homeword.com/scientists-discover-new-consequences-of-drinking-as-a-teen-and-they-can-last-decades/) - According to new research, teenagers who abuse alcohol may have more difficulties with drinking issues in their 20s and 30s, have worse health, and feel less satisfied with their lives.
- [What's Hot? 01/06/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-06-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Screen Time Linked to OCD in U.S. Preteens](https://homeword.com/screen-time-linked-to-ocd-in-u-s-preteens/) - For preteens, the odds of developing OCD over a two-year period increased by 13% for every hour they played video games, and by 11% for every hour they watched videos, according to a new study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
- [Teens and Cyberbullying 2022](https://homeword.com/teens-and-cyberbullying-2022/) - Nearly half of U.S. teens ages 13 to 17 (46%) report ever experiencing at least one of six cyberbullying behaviors asked about in a Pew Research Center survey conducted April 14-May 4, 2022.
- [Happy, Loved Teens Become Heart-Healthier as Adults](https://homeword.com/happy-loved-teens-become-heart-healthier-as-adults/) - According to a new study, teenagers who generally felt happy, optimistic, and loved went on to show better cardiovascular health in their 20s and 30s, versus kids who lacked that level of mental well-being.
- [Difficulty in Focusing Attention in Children Predicts Early Adolescent Depression](https://homeword.com/difficulty-in-focusing-attention-in-children-predicts-early-adolescent-depression/) - A recent 4-year longitudinal study of children and their families found inattention, one of the components of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, to predict symptoms of depression four years later.
- [Children Who Frequently Check Social Media Face Significant Brain Changes](https://homeword.com/children-who-frequently-check-social-media-face-significant-brain-changes/) - Social media could be reprogramming children’s brains and making them hooked on “likes,” a new study from the University of North Carolina reveals.
- [Homicide a Leading Cause of Death for Kids, Teens](https://homeword.com/homicide-a-leading-cause-of-death-for-kids-teens/) - Homicide has become a leading killer of children, with guns being the most common weapon used in their deaths, a recent study shows.
- [Strict-Sounding Teachers Worse in the Classroom Than Kind Colleagues](https://homeword.com/strict-sounding-teachers-worse-in-the-classroom-than-kind-colleagues/) - A ground-breaking psychological study of hundreds of children showed "controlling sounding voices" didn't gain cooperation from 10-16-year-olds.
- [Children Who Don’t Get Enough Sleep Consume More Junk](https://homeword.com/children-who-dont-get-enough-sleep-consume-more-junk/) - In a new study, scientists at the University of Otago in New Zealand reveal that children who don’t get enough sleep eat more calories than their well-rested peers.
- [Regular Aerobic Exercise Reduces Depression in Teens](https://homeword.com/regular-aerobic-exercise-reduces-depression-in-teens/) - A new study has found that regular aerobic exercise can reduce symptoms in teens found to be suffering from depression.
- [What's Hot? 01/13/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-13-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Young Chimpanzees and Human Teens Share Risk-Taking Behaviors](https://homeword.com/young-chimpanzees-and-human-teens-share-risk-taking-behaviors/) - Adolescent chimpanzees share some of the same risk-taking behaviors as human teens, but they may be less impulsive than their human counterparts, according to new research.
- [Parental Support Linked to Teen Internet Addiction](https://homeword.com/parental-support-linked-to-teen-internet-addiction/) - Teenagers who feel well-supported by their parents are more likely to report increased internet addiction over time, in a surprise finding from a new University of Sydney Business School study.
- [Rest Isn't Best: Getting Kids Back to School Sooner After a Concussion Can Mean a Faster Recovery](https://homeword.com/rest-isnt-best-getting-kids-back-to-school-sooner-after-a-concussion-can-mean-a-faster-recovery/) - Contrary to popular belief, rest may not always be the best cure after a concussion, according to a new study. In fact, an early return to school may be associated with lower symptoms after suffering a concussion and, ultimately, faster recovery.
- [What's Hot? 01/20/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-20-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Researchers Find Music Education Benefits Youth Well-Being](https://homeword.com/researchers-find-music-education-benefits-youth-well-being/) - The latest USC research on the impact of music education shows that for adolescents, the benefits appear to extend beyond a surge in neural connections in their brains. It actually boosts their well-being.
- [Kids Lost an Average of a Third of a Year's Learning During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/kids-lost-an-average-of-a-third-of-a-years-learning-during-pandemic/) - Adding to the very long list of hardships exacted by the pandemic, a new review indicates that schoolchildren around the world ended up losing more than a third of a full year's education due to school closings and disruptions.
- [Insufficient Good Quality Sleep During Teenage Years May Heighten Subsequent MS Risk](https://homeword.com/insufficient-good-quality-sleep-during-teenage-years-may-heighten-subsequent-ms-risk/) - Insufficient and disturbed sleep during the teenage years may heighten the subsequent risk of multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a new case-control study.
- [What's Hot? 01/27/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-27-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Finds High Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents During COVID-19 Pandemic](https://homeword.com/study-finds-high-prevalence-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-children-and-adolescents-during-covid-19-pandemic/) - A new study has found that the rates of anxiety and depression in children and adolescents were significantly higher during the COVID-19 pandemic than they were pre-pandemic.
- [Three or More Concussions Linked with Worse Brain Function in Later Life](https://homeword.com/three-or-more-concussions-linked-with-worse-brain-function-in-later-life/) - Experiencing three or more concussions is linked with worsened brain function in later life, including long-term impact on memory, according to major new research.
- [What's Hot? 2/3/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-2-3-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Correlation Between Teens' Social Media Time and Restrictive Eating](https://homeword.com/correlation-between-teens-social-media-time-and-restrictive-eating/) - Researchers have found a correlation in teenagers between the amount of time spent on social media and restrictive eating behaviors or eating disorders.
- [High-Intensity Drinking Escalates Among Teens Within Two Years of First Drink](https://homeword.com/high-intensity-drinking-escalates-among-teens-within-two-years-of-first-drink/) - According to a new University of Michigan study, the average time of escalation from first drink to high-intensity drinking (eight or more drinks in a row for women; 10 or more drinks in a row for men) occurs within two years of first trying alcohol.
- [What's Hot? 02/10/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-10-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Students with Fewer Friends ‘Copy’ Their Peers to Avoid More Unpopularity](https://homeword.com/students-with-fewer-friends-copy-their-peers/) - Researchers from Florida Atlantic University have found that adolescents with only a few friends are likelier to imitate their peers’ behavior and go along with what they want to do.
- [Over Half of Gen Z Teens Feel Motivated to Learn More About Jesus](https://homeword.com/over-half-of-gen-z-teens-feel-motivated-to-learn-more-about-jesus/) - Data from Barna's The Open Generation: United States—one of many country-focused reports created as part of The Open Generation project—show that U.S. teens are largely interested in learning more about Jesus throughout their life.
- [Weed-Friendly Posts on Social Media Get Teens Using Cannabis](https://homeword.com/weed-friendly-posts-on-social-media-get-teens-using-cannabis/) - While cannabis ads targeted to teens and college students are illegal in Washington state, a new survey reveals they see a lot of pro-weed messaging on social media, which makes them more likely to use the drug.
- [A Sense of Purpose May Have Significant Impact on Teens' Emotional Well-Being](https://homeword.com/a-sense-of-purpose-may-have-significant-impact-on-teens-emotional-well-being/) - Adolescents who feel a greater sense of purpose may be happier and more satisfied with life than peers who feel less purposeful, suggests a recent study of more than 200 teens.
- [Youth Cannabis Vaping Highest in Medical Marijuana States](https://homeword.com/youth-cannabis-vaping-highest-in-medical-marijuana-states/) - More U.S. high school seniors reported vaping cannabis in states where it is legal only for medical purposes than states where all adult use is permitted—a study finding that surprised the researchers.
- [TikTok is Crushing YouTube in Annual Study of Kids' and Teens' App Usage](https://homeword.com/tiktok-is-crushing-youtube-in-annual-study-of-kids-and-teens-app-usage/) - For another year in a row, TikTok has found itself as the social app kids and teens are spending the most time using throughout the day, even outpacing YouTube.
- [Teens With Asthma Face More Bullying](https://homeword.com/teens-with-asthma-face-more-bullying/) - New research from Columbia Nursing shows that rural teens with asthma are more likely to be bullied—and that having more severe symptoms also increases risk.
- [Less Sleep Brings Worse Grades for College Kids](https://homeword.com/less-sleep-brings-worse-grades-for-college-kids/) - A new study reveals that late-night cramming, hall parties, and other nocturnal activities can rob college kids of sleep, taking a big toll on grade point averages.
- [Big Rise in U.S. Teen Girls Reporting Violence, Sadness](https://homeword.com/big-rise-in-u-s-teen-girls-reporting-violence-sadness/) - An alarming new survey shows that American teen girls are experiencing record-high levels of violence, sadness, and suicide risk.
- [Study Links Exercise Intensity, Attentional Control in Late-Adolescent Girls](https://homeword.com/study-links-exercise-intensity-attentional-control-in-late-adolescent-girls/) - Adolescent girls who engage in more moderate and vigorous physical activity each day have better attentional control, a new study finds. The study focused on girls and boys aged 15-18.
- [What's Hot? 02/17/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-17-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Researchers Find Adolescent Cyberbullies Also More Likely to be Victims](https://homeword.com/researchers-find-adolescent-cyberbullies-also-more-likely-to-be-victims/) - Early adolescents who engage in cyberbullying are more likely to become victims, according to new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast.
- [Exercising Doesn’t Help Kids Looking at Screens All Day Offset Obesity Risk](https://homeword.com/exercising-doesnt-help-lids-looking-at-screens-all-day-offset-obesity-risk/) - Researchers have found that lots of exercise does not offset obesity risk among preteens who spend eight or more hours in front of a screen daily.
- [What's Hot? 02/24/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-24-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Cutting Down on Social Media Brings Quick Boost to Teens' Self-Image](https://homeword.com/cutting-down-on-social-media-brings-quick-boost-to-teens-self-image/) - A new study finds that teens and young adults who already had symptoms of anxiety or depression and who cut their social media usage by about 50% experienced a significant improvement in how they felt about their overall appearance in just a few weeks.
- [Bad Fad: The Burt's Bees TikTok Trend](https://homeword.com/bad-fad-the-burts-bees-tiktok-trend/) - Don't put lip balm on your eyelids, even if you saw it on TikTok. It's bad for your eyes, according to a Michigan Medicine expert.
- [What's Hot? 03/03/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-03-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Physical Activity Can Help Mental Health in Pre-Teen Years](https://homeword.com/physical-activity-can-help-mental-health-in-pre-teen-years/) - Regular physical activity can improve adolescents' mental health and help with behavioral difficulties, research suggests.
- [One in Five Kids at Risk for Eating Disorder](https://homeword.com/one-in-five-kids-at-risk-for-eating-disorder/) - More than 1 in 5 children worldwide are at risk of developing an eating disorder such as bulimia, anorexia, or binge eating, a new analysis suggests.
- [Which High School Sports Cause Kids the Most Injuries?](https://homeword.com/which-high-school-sports-cause-kids-the-most-injuries/) - A new study investigated which high school sports are associated with the most student injuries and found that teens who participate in football, girls' soccer and boys' wrestling are the most at risk.
- [Excessive Screen Time Linked to Suicidal Behaviors in US Preteens](https://homeword.com/excessive-screen-time-linked-to-suicidal-behaviors-in-us-preteens/) - A new study finds that greater screen time among children 9-11 is associated with a higher risk of developing suicidal behaviors two years later.
- [Diabetes Rates Keep Rising Among Young Americans](https://homeword.com/diabetes-rates-keep-rising-among-young-americans/) - Troubling new research finds that rates of type 1 and type 2 diabetes are continuing to increase in children and young adults.
- [Erratic Sleep Patterns Linked to Elevated Blood Pressure in Teens with Extra Belly Weight](https://homeword.com/erratic-sleep-patterns-linked-to-elevated-blood-pressure-in-teens-with-extra-belly-weight/) - A new study found that the link between excess weight and higher blood pressure in adolescents was stronger among those with irregular sleep patterns.
- [Vaping Tobacco or Weed Appears Tied to Higher Anxiety in Teens](https://homeword.com/vaping-tobacco-or-weed-appears-tied-to-higher-anxiety-in-teens/) - For decades, people turned to cigarettes in times of stress. Now, a preliminary study hints that young people are using vaping in the same way.
- [What's Hot? 03/10/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-10-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Nitrous Oxide Use Among Young Adults ‘More Dangerous Than Cocaine,’ Neurologist Warns](https://homeword.com/nitrous-oxide-epidemic-among-young-adults-more-dangerous-than-cocaine-neurologist-warns/) - A neurologist says nitrous oxide is “more dangerous than cocaine” and some teens and young adults may be using over 150 canisters in a single day.
- [Study Finds COVID-19 Pandemic Has Long-Lasting Effects on Adolescent Mental Health and Substance Use](https://homeword.com/study-finds-covid-19-pandemic-has-long-lasting-effects-on-adolescent-mental-health-and-substance-use/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has had a long-lasting impact on adolescent mental health and substance use, according to a study based on a nationwide sample of over 64,000 13–18-year-old North American and Icelandic adolescents.
- [What's Hot? 03/17/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-17-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Did 'Helicopter' Parents Cause the Mental Health Crisis in Today's Young?](https://homeword.com/did-helicopter-parents-cause-the-mental-health-crisis-in-todays-young/) - Kids and teens are struggling with their mental health in America, and one new report suggests the overinvolvement of parents may be partly to blame.
- [Poll Finds Many Parents Unaware of Kids' Exposure to Vaping](https://homeword.com/poll-finds-many-parents-unaware-of-kids-exposure-to-vaping/) - Four out of five U.S. parents questioned in a large poll believe their preteen and teenage kids are clear on the risks that electronic cigarettes pose, and only a few think their child actually vapes.
- [What's Hot? 03/24/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-24-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Researchers Find Strong Adolescent-Parent Relationships Lead to Better Long-Term Health Outcomes in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/researchers-find-strong-adolescent-parent-relationships-lead-to-better-long-term-health-outcomes-in-young-adults/) - A recent study suggests that investments in improving parent-adolescent relationships could help improve general health, mental health, and sexual, health while also reducing substance use in young adulthood.
- [Cannabis Use in Adolescent Years May Create Reproductive Complications in Women](https://homeword.com/cannabis-use-in-adolescent-years-may-create-reproductive-complications-in-women/) - In a new study, researchers found that exposure to THC, a component of cannabis, at a young age could lead to depleted ovarian follicles and matured eggs in adulthood by nearly 50 percent.
- [What's Hot? 03/31/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-31-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Too Much Time Online Might Raise Kids' Odds for Mental Health Woes](https://homeword.com/too-much-time-online-might-raise-kids-odds-for-mental-health-woes/) - Children's screen use could be altering their developing brains as they enter adolescence and increasing their risk for mood disorders, a major new study finds.
- [Average Family Spends Just 6 Hours Together Each Week](https://homeword.com/average-family-spends-just-6-hours-together-each-week/) - The typical family spends just six hours together a week, thanks in part to long working hours and time spent diving down the digital device rabbit hole.
- [Teen Overdose Deaths Have Doubled in Three Years. Blame Fentanyl.](https://homeword.com/teen-overdose-deaths-have-doubled-in-three-years-blame-fentanyl/) - Teen overdose deaths have doubled in three years, an alarming trend amid a historic decline in drug and alcohol use among high school students. The main reason is fentanyl.
- [Exposure Therapy to Feared Foods May Help Kids with Eating Disorders](https://homeword.com/exposure-therapy-to-feared-foods-may-help-kids-with-eating-disorders/) - A new study led by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine found that exposure therapy, where one confronts a fear in a safe environment, is a promising treatment for adolescents with eating disorders.
- [Early College Class Times Can Hurt Students' Grades](https://homeword.com/early-college-class-times-can-hurt-students-grades/) - Early morning college classes can be a prescription for poor attendance and lower grades, a new study suggests.
- [Rate of Kids Hospitalized in Mental Health Crisis Keeps Rising](https://homeword.com/rate-of-kids-hospitalized-in-mental-health-crisis-keeps-rising/) - Children with mental health problems are flooding America's hospitals, as a new study confirms that the number of acute care hospitalizations for kids with mental health problems has increased significantly since 2009.
- [Hypertension in Teens Tied to Heart Damage](https://homeword.com/hypertension-in-teens-tied-to-heart-damage/) - Hypertension may precede premature cardiac damage in young adults, according to a study published online in The Journal of Pediatrics.
- [Upward Comparison on Social Media Harms Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Psychological Well-Being](https://homeword.com/upward-comparison-on-social-media-harms-body-image-self-esteem-and-psychological-well-being/) - New research examining 15 years’ worth of research indicates that comparing ourselves to people who seem better off than us on social media can result in several negative psychological outcomes.
- [Driving on Less Than 5 Hours Sleep Is as Risky as Driving Drunk](https://homeword.com/driving-on-less-than-5-hours-sleep-is-as-risky-as-driving-drunk/) - A new study published in Nature and Science of Sleep has found if you had less than five hours of sleep last night, you are just as likely to have a vehicle crash as if you were over the legal limit for alcohol.
- [Adolescents Who Use Smartphones for More Than Three Hours a Day Found to Suffer More From Back Pain](https://homeword.com/adolescents-who-use-smartphones-for-more-than-three-hours-a-day-found-to-suffer-more-from-back-pain/) - Thanks to the popularization of smartphones and tablets, children and adolescents are spending more and more time looking at screens, usually with bad posture, which can cause back pain, among other problems.
- [What's Hot? 04/07/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-07-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Sedentary Time May Significantly Increase Adolescent Heart Size](https://homeword.com/sedentary-time-may-significantly-increase-adolescent-heart-size/) - In adolescents, sedentary time may increase heart size three times more than moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, a paper published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports concludes.
- ['Toxic Fandom:' When Your Child's Celebrity Worship Goes Too Far](https://homeword.com/toxic-fandom-when-your-childs-celebrity-worship-goes-too-far/) - It's not new for young people to develop an interest in their favorite pop singer or actor, but it can be problematic if that adoration turns toxic.
- [What's Hot? 04/14/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-14-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Sleep Problems in Adolescence Linked to Future Mental Health Issues](https://homeword.com/sleep-problems-in-adolescence-linked-to-future-mental-health-issues/) - Sleep problems in childhood and adolescence are highly correlated with psychopathological symptoms, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA Psychiatry.
- [COVID-19 Pandemic Saw Major Increase in Children and Adolescents Attempting Suicide by Poison](https://homeword.com/covid-19-pandemic-saw-major-increase-in-children-and-adolescents-attempting-suicide-by-poison/) - The rate of suspected suicide attempts by poisoning among children and adolescents ages 10-19 reported to U.S. poison centers increased 30% during 2021—the COVID-19 pandemic's first full year—compared with 2019, a new study has found.
- [What's Hot? 04/21/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-21-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [School Prevalence of Stimulant Therapy for ADHD Associated with Higher Rates of Misuse Among Teens](https://homeword.com/school-prevalence-of-stimulant-therapy-for-adhd-associated-with-higher-rates-of-misuse-among-teens/) - Researchers have identified a strong association between prevalence of prescription stimulant therapy for ADHD and rates of prescription stimulant misuse (taken in a way other than as directed by a clinician) by students in middle and high schools.
- [Poll Shows Parents Torn When Teens Enter the Workforce](https://homeword.com/poll-shows-parents-torn-when-teens-enter-the-workforce/) - As summer nears, teens may want to apply for their first job or try to boost their hours for the season, but not all parents think this is such a good idea.
- [Almost Half of People with Concussion Still Show Symptoms of Brain Injury Six Months Later](https://homeword.com/almost-half-of-people-with-concussion-still-show-symptoms-of-brain-injury-six-months-later/) - According to new research at the University of Cambridge, just under half of people with a concussion were still showing symptoms six months later, with the most common being fatigue, poor concentration and headaches.
- [What's Hot? 04/28/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-28-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens and Social Media: Key Findings from Pew Research Center Surveys](https://homeword.com/teens-and-social-media-key-findings-from-pew-research-center-surveys/) - In 2022, Pew Research Center fielded an in-depth survey asking American teens – and their parents – about their experiences with and views toward social media.
- [Early Teen Vapers May Be at Higher Risk of Persistent and Heavier Smoking Later in Adolescence](https://homeword.com/early-teen-vapers-may-be-at-higher-risk-of-persistent-and-heavier-smoking-later-in-adolescence/) - Young teen smokers who also vape may be at heightened risk of persistent and heavier smoking in their late teens, reveal the combined findings of two nationally representative UK and US studies.
- [Eating Walnuts Could Benefit Adolescents' Cognitive Development, Contribute to Psychological Maturation](https://homeword.com/eating-walnuts-could-benefit-adolescents-cognitive-development-contribute-to-psychological-maturation/) - New research finds that eating walnuts on a regular basis could benefit the cognitive development of adolescents and contribute to their psychological maturation.
- [Sharing Meals with Friends May Lower Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Teens](https://homeword.com/sharing-meals-with-friends-may-lower-depression-anxiety-and-stress-in-teens/) - In a recent study, sharing meals with friends among teens was strongly associated with reduced anxiety, depression, and stress symptoms in Spanish adolescents.
- [Study Finds a Concerning Association Between BMI and the Adolescent Brain](https://homeword.com/study-finds-a-concerning-association-between-bmi-and-the-adolescent-brain/) - A large national study finds that preteens carrying excess weight have notable differences in cognitive performance, brain structures, and brain circuitry when compared to preteens with a normal body-mass index (BMI).
- [Good Sleep is Key to Pre-Teen Mental Health](https://homeword.com/good-sleep-is-key-to-pre-teen-mental-health/) - Pre-teens need support to navigate adolescence as they develop, and a new study finds that improving a young person's sleep behavior could be one tool to do this.
- [Which Kids Face the Highest Risk of Self-Harm?](https://homeword.com/which-kids-face-the-highest-risk-of-self-harm/) - Growing numbers of American kids and teens are cutting or burning themselves, banging their heads against walls, pulling out their hair, and even trying to die by suicide.
- [Leisure-Time Physical Activity May Improve Mental Health in Teens](https://homeword.com/leisure-time-physical-activity-may-improve-mental-health-in-teens/) - A recent study suggests that regular leisure-time physical activity, even in small doses, is associated with lower odds of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, and school psychologist visits among adolescents.
- [Pandemic Sent High School Sex to New Low](https://homeword.com/pandemic-sent-high-school-sex-to-new-low/) - The first years of the pandemic saw a huge decline in high school students having sex, according to a government survey. Teen sex was already becoming less and less common before COVID-19.
- [Suicide Rates Among US Adolescents Doubled in 10 Years](https://homeword.com/suicide-rates-among-us-adolescents-doubled-in-10-years/) - Researchers have found that between 2008 and 2018, the suicide rate among 13- and 14-year-olds nationwide more than doubled—from roughly two deaths per 100,000 teens in 2008, to five per 100,000 a decade later.
- [What's Hot? 05/05/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-05-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Evidence of 'Pandemic Brain' in College Students](https://homeword.com/evidence-of-pandemic-brain-in-college-students/) - Decision-making capabilities of college students—including some graduating this spring—were likely negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, new research suggests.
- [Pandemic is Over But Most Kids Are Still on Their Couch Too Much](https://homeword.com/pandemic-is-over-but-most-kids-are-still-on-their-couch-too-much/) - Although the World Health Organization says COVID-19 is no longer a global emergency, there’s another pandemic issue still causing problems — inactive kids.
- [Teen Dating Violence Sets Stage for Future Abusive Relationships](https://homeword.com/teen-dating-violence-sets-stage-for-future-abusive-relationships/) - Teens who are abused by a romantic partner may suffer long-lasting repercussions, and this is especially true for girls, a new analysis finds.
- [What's Hot? 05/12/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-12-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent Vapers Much Likelier to Use Cannabis and Binge Drink](https://homeword.com/adolescent-vapers-much-likelier-to-use-cannabis-and-binge-drink/) - A new study of more than 50,000 US adolescents across the country indicates that vaping nicotine is strongly linked with an increased likelihood of high levels use of binge drinking and cannabis usage.
- [What's Hot? 05/19/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-19-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [64% of Teenagers Would Trade Voting for TikTok](https://homeword.com/64-of-teenagers-would-trade-voting-for-tiktok/) - A new look at younger social media users, ages 13-17, finds they are not just obsessed with the social media platforms but that 64% would give up their right to vote just to keep access to apps such as TikTok.
- [Eating Disorders in Teen Girls Doubled During the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/eating-disorders-in-teen-girls-doubled-during-the-pandemic/) - According to a new study, eating disorders in teen girls doubled during the pandemic, and increases were also seen in anxiety disorders, ADHD, and depression.
- [One in Six High Schoolers Don’t Believe Their College Dreams Will Come True](https://homeword.com/one-in-six-high-schoolers-dont-believe-their-college-dreams-will-come-true/) - Researchers from the University of Georgia report that the vast majority of high school juniors (85%) want to attend college after graduating — but one in six don’t think that will actually happen.
- [Social Media Can Create 'Profound Risk' for Teenagers, Surgeon General Says](https://homeword.com/social-media-can-create-profound-risk-for-teenagers-surgeon-general-says/) - In a newly released advisory, the United States surgeon general said that social media can pose substantial and meaningful risks to the mental health of teenagers.
- [Researchers Comprehensively Assess the Safety of Using Your Head in Youth Soccer](https://homeword.com/researchers-comprehensively-assess-the-safety-of-using-your-head-in-youth-soccer/) - A new study found that a small number of repeated soccer headers equivalent to a throw-in did not cause immediate harm to teens, suggesting that limited soccer heading exposure in youth sports may not result in irreversible harm if players are properly trained.
- [A Poor Diet in College Can Lead to a Lifetime of Bad Health](https://homeword.com/a-poor-diet-in-college-can-lead-to-a-lifetime-of-bad-health/) - Researchers from the University of British Columbia Okanagan suggest poor dietary habits established during college can contribute to future health issues years and even decades later — including obesity, respiratory illnesses, and depression.
- [What's Hot? 05/26/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-26-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [What's Hot? 06/02/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-02-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [One Key to Good Sleep for Teens: No Social Media at Bedtime](https://homeword.com/one-key-to-good-sleep-for-teens-no-social-media-at-bedtime/) - Teens need their sleep, and a new study sheds light on one way to help them get it: Keep cellphones and screens out of the bedroom.
- [Red Alert on Energy Drinks - Severe Health Risks for Kids and Teens](https://homeword.com/red-alert-on-energy-drinks-severe-health-risks-for-kids-and-teens/) - In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers reviewed the adverse health events associated with consuming energy drinks among adolescents and children.
- [Doing Good for Others is Good for Children’s and Teens’ Mental, Physical Health](https://homeword.com/doing-good-for-others-is-good-for-childrens-and-teens-mental-physical-health/) - Children and teenagers who volunteer tend to flourish mentally and physically, according to a new study from UTHealth Houston.
- [Alcohol Dependency in Adolescence Linked with Later Depression Risk](https://homeword.com/alcohol-dependency-in-adolescence-linked-with-later-depression-risk/) - Adolescents who show signs of alcohol dependence are more likely to develop depression by their mid-20s, according to a new study led by University College London and University of Bristol researchers.
- [Social Stress, Problem-Solving Deficits Contribute to Suicide Risk for Teen Girls](https://homeword.com/social-stress-problem-solving-deficits-contribute-to-suicide-risk-for-teen-girls/) - Teen girls who have greater difficulty effectively solving interpersonal problems when they experience social stress and those who experience more interpersonal stress in their lives are at greater risk of suicidal behavior, new research suggests.
- [Study Links Ultra-Processed Food Consumption with Psychosocial Problems in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/study-links-ultra-processed-food-consumption-with-psychosocial-problems-in-adolescents/) - Adolescents who consume a greater amount of ultra-processed foods and drinks have more difficulties in terms of mental health, according to new research.
- [Bedtime Rules Make for Better Teen Sleep](https://homeword.com/bedtime-rules-make-for-better-teen-sleep/) - Parents setting bedtime rules can be "protective" of their teenage children's health and well-being, helping them to establish good sleep routines as young adults and in the future, say Flinders University researchers.
- [Teens are Spending Less Time Than Ever with Friends](https://homeword.com/teens-are-spending-less-time-than-ever-with-friends/) - The share of high school seniors who gathered with friends in person “almost every day” dropped from 44 percent in 2010 to 32 percent in 2022, according to Monitoring the Future, a national survey of adolescents.
- [Childhood Maltreatment Predicts Adult Emotional Difficulties](https://homeword.com/childhood-maltreatment-predicts-adult-emotional-difficulties/) - A new meta-analysis published this month in Psychological Bulletin, led by Stanford University, researchers found that childhood maltreatment may lead to adult alexithymia, a condition where people have difficulty identifying and describing their emotions.
- [What's Hot? 06/09/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-09-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Going to Bed a Little Earlier Greatly Increases Total Sleep Time for Teens](https://homeword.com/going-to-bed-a-little-earlier-greatly-increases-total-sleep-time-for-teens/) - Going to bed earlier is one way for teens to get the sleep they need, new research suggests.
- [About 15 Percent of Children Received Mental Health Treatment in 2021](https://homeword.com/about-15-percent-of-children-received-mental-health-treatment-in-2021/) - In 2021, 14.9 percent of children aged 5 to 17 years received mental health treatment, according to a June data brief published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics.
- [What's Hot? 6/16/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-6-16-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Positive Parenting Buffers Stress’s Effects on the Brain](https://homeword.com/positive-parenting-buffers-stresss-effects-on-the-brain/) - Positive parenting—as reported by children and teenagers—protects young people from the deleterious effects of stressors like financial hardship or serious illness, according to a new study.
- [Sleep Troubles Tied to Suicidal Thoughts in Teens](https://homeword.com/sleep-troubles-tied-to-suicidal-thoughts-in-teens/) - New research suggests that having a sleep disorder is linked to suicidal thoughts in children, teens, and young adults.
- [Adolescent Binge Drinking May Lead to Long-Lasting Brain Changes](https://homeword.com/adolescent-binge-drinking-may-lead-to-long-lasting-brain-changes/) - Heavy alcohol consumption may cause permanent dysregulation of neurons, or brain cells, in adolescents, according to a new study in mice.
- [What's Hot? 06/23/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-23-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Cutting Back on Social Media Reduces Anxiety, Depression, Loneliness](https://homeword.com/cutting-back-on-social-media-reduces-anxiety-depression-loneliness/) - Researchers found college students who tried to cut their social media use to 30 minutes per day scored significantly lower for anxiety, depression, loneliness, and fear of missing out.
- [One in Four Adolescent Girls Experience Low Mood, Twice as Many as Boys](https://homeword.com/one-in-four-adolescent-girls-experience-low-mood-twice-as-many-as-boys/) - Based on data from UManresa, which studies the health and health-related behaviors of thousands of adolescent school children in central Catalonia, researchers found that the prevalence of low mood affects adolescent girls approximately twice as much as boys.
- [Vape Sales Soared in 2022, Especially Flavors Appealing to Youth](https://homeword.com/vape-sales-soared-in-2022-especially-flavors-appealing-to-youth/) - Despite a federal ban that has removed many flavored vapes from the U.S. market, monthly e-cigarette sales jumped 47% in the first two years of the pandemic, a new government study shows.
- [What's Hot? 06/30/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-30-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Kids Who Love Reading Have Bigger Brains, Become Happier and Smarter Teens](https://homeword.com/kids-who-love-reading-have-bigger-brains-become-happier-and-smarter-teens/) - Children who are avid readers and will pick up a book just for fun tend to develop into happier and smarter teenagers, a new study reveals.
- [Eating Disorders Among Teen Girls Skyrocketed During the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/eating-disorders-among-teen-girls-skyrocketed-during-the-pandemic/) - Eating disorders among young girls dramatically escalated during the pandemic, finding a 42-percent increase in diagnoses among 13 to 16-year-olds, a new study reveals.
- [What's Hot? 07/07/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-07-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent Alcohol Dependency Linked With Later Depression Risk](https://homeword.com/adolescent-alcohol-dependency-linked-with-later-depression-risk/) - A new study led by researchers from University College London and the University of Bristol suggests that teenagers displaying symptoms of alcohol addiction have an increased likelihood of experiencing depression by their mid-20s.
- [Snooze or Lose: BYU Study Says Nighttime Routines Impact Teen Sleep Duration](https://homeword.com/snooze-or-lose-byu-study-says-nighttime-routines-impact-teen-sleep-duration/) - A new study from BYU found that the activities teens do before bed significantly impact the quantity of their sleep.
- [Fewer Teens Now Perceive Themselves as Overweight](https://homeword.com/fewer-teens-now-perceive-themselves-as-overweight/) - A study involving more than 745,000 adolescents from 41 countries across Europe and North America identified an increase in the amount of teenagers who underestimate their body weight.
- [Acute Care for Mental Health Conditions Rose Notably Among Adolescent Females During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/acute-care-for-mental-health-conditions-rose-notably-among-adolescent-females-during-pandemic/) - Into the second year of the pandemic, mental health ED visits increased notably among adolescent females, and there was an increase in prolonged boarding of youth awaiting inpatient psychiatric care.
- [New Zealand Kids Spending One-Third of After-School Time on Screens](https://homeword.com/new-zealand-kids-spending-one-third-of-after-school-time-on-screens/) - New research published in the New Zealand Medical Journal, finds children are spending a third of their after-school time on screens, including more than half their time after 8 pm.
- [In Study, Almost Half of Obese Teens Were No Longer So After Taking Wegovy/Ozempic](https://homeword.com/in-study-almost-half-of-obese-teens-were-no-longer-so-after-taking-wegovy-ozempic/) - The drugs Wegovy and Ozempic are all the rage for weight loss these days, and now a new study shows these injections may be game-changers for obese teenagers, too.
- [Helping Adolescents to Feel Competent and Purposeful -- Not Just Happy -- May Improve Grades](https://homeword.com/helping-adolescents-to-feel-competent-and-purposeful-not-just-happy-may-improve-grades/) - Encouraging adolescents to feel capable and purposeful -- rather than just happy -- could improve their academic results as well as their mental health, according to new research.
- [Parental Control A Key Factor in Smartphone Purchases For Kids](https://homeword.com/parental-control-a-key-factor-in-smartphone-purchases-for-kids/) - When parents select a smartphone for their children, a recent survey of 600 consumers revealed that 83% of parents say parental controls are extremely important when evaluating their choices.
- [Political Apathy Spreads from Parents to Adolescent Children](https://homeword.com/political-apathy-spreads-from-parents-to-adolescent-children/) - Why are new voters so apathetic about politics? Many factors are at play. However, a new study from researchers at Florida Atlantic University focused on one of the most salient: parent attitudes about politics.
- [Internet-Based Therapy Found to Be Effective Against Self-Harm in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/internet-based-therapy-found-to-be-effective-against-self-harm-in-adolescents/) - A new study published in JAMA Open Network suggests that an internet-delivered emotion regulation therapy can reduce self-harm in youth.
- [What's Hot? 07/14/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-14-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Drinking Soda Linked to Obesity Among Teenagers in Over 100 Countries](https://homeword.com/drinking-soda-linked-to-obesity-among-teenagers-in-over-100-countries/) - A new study argues that there’s a strong link between the consumption of soda and obesity among teenagers in over 100 countries.
- [Link Found Between Childhood Television Watching and Adulthood Metabolic Syndrome](https://homeword.com/link-found-between-childhood-television-watching-and-adulthood-metabolic-syndrome/) - A new study has added weight to the evidence that watching too much television as a child can lead to poor health in adulthood.
- [Seasonal Peaks in Teen Suicidality Occur in April and October, Research Shows](https://homeword.com/seasonal-peaks-in-teen-suicidality-occur-in-april-and-october-research-shows/) - According to new research, the incidences of teen suicidality, including self-harm, suicidal ideation, and suicide attempts, increased nationally between 2016 and 2021 and were found to be at seasonal high peaks in April and October.
- [What's Hot? 07/21/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-21-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Physical Activity Can Improve Learning and Wellbeing in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/physical-activity-can-improve-learning-and-wellbeing-in-adolescents/) - A study led by the University of Eastern Finland suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers.
- [Summer Jobs Give Kids More Than a Paycheck](https://homeword.com/summer-jobs-give-kids-more-than-a-paycheck/) - A recent news release from the American Academy of Pediatrics highlights the benefits of holding a summer job.
- [What's Hot? 07/28/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-28-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Arthritis Affects 220,000 Children and Teens, According to a New CDC Study](https://homeword.com/arthritis-affects-220000-children-and-teens-according-to-a-new-cdc-study/) - In a recent report published by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found that based on reviewed survey data, it's estimated that 220,000 children and teens in the U.S. are affected by arthritis.
- [What's Hot? 08/04/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-04-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [How Having Five Friends Boosts the Adolescent Brain and Educational Performance](https://homeword.com/how-having-five-friends-boosts-the-adolescent-brain-and-educational-performance/) - In a new study published in eLife, researchers show that having roughly five friends during the beginning of adolescence is beneficial for cognition, mental health, and educational performance.
- [School Meals Are Healthier Today — But Many Still Don’t Meet U.S. Nutrition Standards](https://homeword.com/school-meals-are-healthier-today-but-many-still-dont-meet-u-s-nutrition-standards/) - Today’s school lunches are actually much healthier than what older generations had to eat decades ago. Even so, recent data reveals that as many as one in four U.S. lunches still have poor nutritional quality.
- [Unhappy Family or Trauma in Youth Leads to Poor Health in Old Age](https://homeword.com/unhappy-family-or-trauma-in-youth-leads-to-poor-health-in-old-age/) - A new study finds that adverse childhood experiences have impacts deep into old age, especially for those who experienced violence, and include both physical and cognitive impairments.
- [Study Finds Link Between Screen Time and Anxiety, Depression in Children](https://homeword.com/study-finds-link-between-screen-time-and-anxiety-depression-in-children/) - New research from the Faculty of Education has found a link between screen time and anxiety and depression in children.
- [What's Hot? 08/11/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-11-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [COVID Pandemic Might Have Pushed More Girls Into Early Puberty](https://homeword.com/covid-pandemic-might-have-pushed-more-girls-into-early-puberty/) - More girls started puberty before age 8 during the COVID-19 pandemic, a phenomenon called precocious puberty, researchers say.
- [Biological Factors Modulate Eating Disorder Risk in Early Adolescents](https://homeword.com/biological-factors-modulate-eating-disorder-risk-in-early-adolescents/) - Genetic and neurobiological factors shape the development of eating disorders much earlier than previously thought, with evidence emerging in children as young as nine years old, Yale-led research reveals.
- [What's Hot? 08/18/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-18-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [ERs Are Flooded With Kids in Mental Health Crisis, U.S. Doctors' Groups Warn](https://homeword.com/ers-are-flooded-with-kids-in-mental-health-crisis-u-s-doctors-groups-warn/) - America's emergency rooms are being flooded by children suffering from psychiatric emergencies like anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts or attempts, a new joint report from three leading medical associations warns.
- [New Data Reveals Rise in Teen Vaping, Compromising Academic Performance and Mental Health](https://homeword.com/new-data-reveals-rise-in-teen-vaping-compromising-academic-performance-and-mental-health/) - A new survey reveals a rise in vaping among teens across the country and profound negative impacts tied to it, including lowered academic performance, decreased student engagement, and heightened depression.
- [Bullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens](https://homeword.com/bullying-could-help-bring-on-headaches-for-teens/) - New research finds that bullying and suicidal thoughts are both linked to more frequent headaches in teens.
- [A Healthy Diet, Reading, and Doing Sports Promote Reasoning Skills in Children](https://homeword.com/a-healthy-diet-reading-and-doing-sports-promote-reasoning-skills-in-children/) - According to a recent study, improved overall diet quality and reduced consumption of red meat, as well as increased time spent in reading and organized sports enhanced reasoning skills among children.
- [Social Media Is Parents' Top Concern as Kids Head Back to School](https://homeword.com/social-media-is-parents-top-concern-as-kids-head-back-to-school/) - When U.S. parents express their concerns about their school-aged children, social media use and the internet are at the top of the list.
- [Perils of Not Being Attractive or Athletic in Middle School](https://homeword.com/perils-of-not-being-attractive-or-athletic-in-middle-school/) - New research shows low attractive and low athletic youth became increasingly unpopular over the course of a school year, leading to subsequent increases in their loneliness and alcohol misuse.
- [Reduced Gray Matter in Frontal Lobes Linked to Teenage Smoking and Nicotine Addiction](https://homeword.com/reduced-gray-matter-in-frontal-lobes-linked-to-teenage-smoking-and-nicotine-addiction/) - Levels of gray matter in two parts of the brain may be linked to a desire to start smoking during adolescence and the strengthening of nicotine addiction, a new study has shown.
- [People Who Were Better Supervised by Parents as Early Adolescents Tend to Have Higher Earnings as Adults](https://homeword.com/people-who-were-better-supervised-by-parents-as-early-adolescents-tend-to-have-higher-earnings-as-adults/) - A recent study found that better parental supervision of children in early adolescence was associated with higher household income of the child at age 35.
- [College Students’ Sleep Health Hinges on Their Time Management Skills](https://homeword.com/college-students-sleep-health-hinges-on-their-time-management-skills/) - A new study conducted by University of Alabama researchers found that college students' poor time management, especially in terms of organization, can significantly impact their sleep quality.
- [Sedentary Time in Children Linked with Heart Damage in Young Adulthood](https://homeword.com/sedentary-time-in-children-linked-with-heart-damage-in-young-adulthood/) - A new study has found that sedentary time accumulated from childhood to young adulthood was associated with heart damage -- even in those with normal weight and blood pressure.
- [What's Hot? 08/25/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-25-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Surprising Study Results: Students Are Bored During Exams](https://homeword.com/surprising-study-results-students-are-bored-during-exams/) - According to a new study, school students are actually very bored during exams. The study also showed that utter boredom has a negative effect on exam results.
- [Boys Who Smoke in Their Early Teens Found to Risk Passing on Harmful Traits to Future Children](https://homeword.com/boys-who-smoke-in-their-early-teens-found-to-risk-passing-on-harmful-traits-to-future-children/) - A new study suggests boys who smoke in their early teens risk damaging the genes of their future children, increasing their chances of developing asthma, obesity and low lung function.
- [More Sleep Could Reduce Impulsive Behavior in Children](https://homeword.com/more-sleep-could-reduce-impulsive-behavior-in-children/) - Sleep is a critical part of a child’s overall health, but it can also be an important factor in the way they behave.
- [What's Hot? 09/01/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-01-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent BMI Link: Rising Weights, Rising Depression Risks](https://homeword.com/adolescent-bmi-link-rising-weights-rising-depression-risks/) - New research identifies a strong correlation between higher BMI in children aged 12-16 and increased risks of depression symptoms. The association weakens for the age bracket 16-21, suggesting an age-sensitive period during early adolescence.
- [Does Cyberbullying Affect Adolescents' Risk of Developing Eating Disorders?](https://homeword.com/does-cyberbullying-affect-adolescents-risk-of-developing-eating-disorders/) - In a study of US adolescents, both victims and perpetrators of cyberbullying were more likely than other youth to experience eating disorder symptoms. The findings are published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders.
- [Company Pulls 'One Chip Challenge' From Store Shelves After Teen Dies](https://homeword.com/company-pulls-one-chip-challenge-from-store-shelves-after-teen-dies/) - The maker of the "One Chip Challenge" has pulled the product from store shelves after a 14-year-old Massachusetts teen died after eating the chip seasoned with two of the hottest peppers, the Carolina Reaper and the Naga Viper.
- [What's Hot? 09/08/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-08-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teen Brains With Depression Show Heightened Sensitivity to Parental Criticism](https://homeword.com/teen-brains-with-depression-show-heightened-sensitivity-to-parental-criticism/) - In a recent article published in Psychological Medicine, researchers examine affective and neural responses to parental feedback in adolescents with depression.
- [Researchers Find Association Between Vaping and Asthma Among US Adolescents](https://homeword.com/researchers-find-association-between-vaping-and-asthma-among-us-adolescents/) - A new study from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health suggests that vaping increases the risk of asthma in adolescents who have never smoked conventional tobacco products.
- [Parent Drinking Behaviors Linked to Adolescent Drinking](https://homeword.com/parent-drinking-behaviors-linked-to-adolescent-drinking/) - Parent drinking behaviors, specifically frequent drinking and binge drinking, are associated with increased odds of drinking among adolescents, according to a recent study.
- [What's Hot? 09/15/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-15-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent Drinking is Associated With a Higher Risk of Acute Harm](https://homeword.com/adolescent-drinking-is-associated-with-a-higher-risk-of-acute-harm/) - A recent study has found that among Danish adolescents, increased weekly alcohol consumption is linked to a higher risk of hospital visits due to alcohol-induced incidents and unintentional injuries.
- [Most People Rely On Parents For Material Support Into Adulthood](https://homeword.com/most-people-rely-on-parents-for-material-support-into-adulthood/) - A new study finds that only a third of adults in the United States did not rely on their parents for some form of material support between their late teens and early 40s.
- [What's Hot? 09/22/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-22-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent Girls Were Severely Affected By Pandemic Stress, Find Researchers](https://homeword.com/adolescent-girls-sere-severely-affected-by-pandemic-stress-find-researchers/) - A new study has found that adolescent emergency department visits and hospitalizations for suicidal thoughts, self-harm and self-poisoning increased across Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among adolescent girls.
- [One in Four Adolescents Have Been Cyberbullied](https://homeword.com/one-in-four-adolescents-have-been-cyberbullied/) - A new Statistics Canada report says one in four adolescents have been cyberbullied and it's taking a toll on their mental health.
- [Young E-Cigarette Users Report Higher Levels of Chronic Stress](https://homeword.com/young-e-cigarette-users-report-higher-levels-of-chronic-stress/) - Young electronic cigarette users are more likely to report having chronic stress than nonusers, according to a new study.
- [What's Hot? 09/29/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-29-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Constant Companion: A Week in the Life of a Young Person's Smartphone Use](https://homeword.com/constant-companion-a-week-in-the-life-of-a-young-persons-smartphone-use/) - New research has been released by Common Sense Media looking at how today's teens actually use their smartphones.
- [High Blood Pressure in Males in Late Adolescence Associated with Later Increased Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events](https://homeword.com/high-blood-pressure-in-males-in-late-adolescence-associated-with-later-increased-risk-of-major-cardiovascular-events/) - A study of more than 1 million men followed for up to 50 years found that higher blood pressure at age 18 was associated with an increased risk for major cardiovascular events later in life, including heart failure, heart attacks, strokes, and mortality.
- [What's Hot? 10/06/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-06-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Eating Disorders Increased During Pandemic in Female Adolescents](https://homeword.com/eating-disorders-increased-during-pandemic-in-female-adolescents/) - Emergency room (ER) visits and hospital admissions for eating disorders increased during the COVID-19 pandemic in female adolescents aged 10–17 years, according to new research published in Canadian Medical Association Journal.
- [Social Misfit or Normal Development? Students Who Do Not Date](https://homeword.com/social-misfit-or-normal-development-students-who-do-not-date/) - A new study examined whether 10th graders in the Low dating group differed on emotional, interpersonal, and adaptive skills from youth in the other trajectories.
- [Decreasing Physical Activity in Adolescence Increases Risk Factors for Cardiometabolic Diseases](https://homeword.com/decreasing-physical-activity-in-adolescence-increases-risk-factors-for-cardiometabolic-diseases/) - A new study finds that increasing physical activity in adolescence was followed by favorable cardiometabolic changes while decreasing activity was followed by unfavorable cardiometabolic changes in the risk factors.
- [School Cycling Program Linked to Improved Mental Well-Being in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/school-cycling-program-linked-to-improved-mental-well-being-in-adolescents/) - Researchers in the US have investigated how adolescents’ psychosocial well-being improved after participating in a school-based cycling program.
- [Kids Who Are Close to Their Parents Become Kinder, More Helpful Adults](https://homeword.com/kids-who-are-close-to-their-parents-become-kinder-more-helpful-adults/) - Researchers from the University of Cambridge have found that kids who reported having a loving, strong bond with their parents around age three tended to be more kind, empathetic, and generous by adolescence.
- [Suicide Risk Nearly Doubled Among Teenagers Who Suffer Sleep Deprivation](https://homeword.com/suicide-risk-nearly-doubled-among-teenagers-who-suffer-sleep-deprivation/) - In a new study published in BMC Psychiatry, researchers have uncovered a concerning link between sleep duration and suicidal thoughts among American teenagers.
- [Shy Teens with Shy Best Friends Might Be More Prone to Depression](https://homeword.com/shy-teens-with-shy-best-friends-might-be-more-prone-to-depression/) - A study examining best-friend pairs of young adolescents discovered that shy individuals, especially those whose best friend was also shy, exhibited more depressive symptoms.
- [What's Hot? 10/20/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-20-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [How Decision-Making Mechanisms Go Awry in Teen OCD Brains](https://homeword.com/how-decision-making-mechanisms-go-awry-in-teen-ocd-brains/) - A new study from UNSW Sydney shows that teenagers with OCD experience deficits in decision making and behavioral control which is linked to abnormal activity in an area of the brain called the orbitofrontal cortex.
- [Depression Among Tween Girls Deepens as Social Media Use Spikes](https://homeword.com/depression-among-tween-girls-deepens-as-social-media-use-spikes/) - Preteen girls' rates of depression are skyrocketing as social media use spikes, according to the most in-depth U.S. survey intended to examine the challenges facing girls in grades five through 12.
- [New Technology Could Predict Teen Driver's Risk for a Crash](https://homeword.com/new-technology-could-predict-teen-drivers-risk-for-a-crash/) - A new video game technology that exposes drivers to the most common serious crash scenarios and sees how they react may help predict what type of driver a teen will be. It can also highlight any potential problems, a new study suggests.
- [What's Hot? 10/13/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-13-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Nearly Half of Gen Z Thinks Sex Scenes in Movies and TV Are Unnecessary, UCLA Study Finds](https://homeword.com/nearly-half-of-gen-z-thinks-sex-scenes-in-movies-and-tv-are-unnecessary-ucla-study-finds/) - Slightly more than half of Gen Z adolescents want to see more platonic relationships or friendships in movies and TV as opposed to romance or sex scenes, a UCLA study found.
- [Muscle Dysmorphia Linked to Suicidal Ideation and Planning in Adolescents and Young Adults](https://homeword.com/muscle-dysmorphia-linked-to-suicidal-ideation-and-planning-in-adolescents-and-young-adults/) - A new study found that muscle dysmorphia are associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors among adolescents and young adults in Canada.
- [Teens Are Quitting Sports as Social Media Ups Body Image Concerns](https://homeword.com/teens-are-quitting-sports-as-social-media-ups-body-image-concerns/) - Kids who get discouraged by idealized athletic bodies on social media may end up dropping out of sports, a small study suggests.
- [Increase in Discipline Referrals for Substance Use in Oregon Middle Schools After Recreational Marijuana Legalized](https://homeword.com/increase-in-discipline-referrals-for-substance-use-in-oregon-middle-schools-after-recreational-marijuana-legalized/) - A recent study has found that Oregon middle school students received office discipline referrals for substance use offenses 30% more often after legalization of recreational marijuana.
- [Study Finds More Than Half of Teenagers Have No Rules for Using Tech at Home](https://homeword.com/study-finds-more-than-half-of-teenagers-have-no-rules-for-using-tech-at-home/) - A new study reveals a surprising result: 60% of adolescents are not subject to any rules in their home governing how they use tech devices, including mobile phones, televisions, computers, tablets and video game devices.
- [Nature Videos Boost Adolescent Mental Health](https://homeword.com/nature-videos-boost-adolescent-mental-health/) - In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers found that adolescents exposed to nature videos exhibited improved stress, affect, mood, relaxation, nature connection, and nature spirituality outcomes.
- [Steroid Use Could Raise Teen Athletes' Odds for Concussion](https://homeword.com/steroid-use-could-raise-teen-athletes-odds-for-concussion/) - Use of steroids among high school athletes is a continuing problem, and now new research finds these youths are also more likely to suffer a concussion while they play.
- [What's Hot? 10/27/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-27-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Less Physical Activity in Adolescence Likely Rooted in Biology, Says Study](https://homeword.com/less-physical-activity-in-adolescence-likely-rooted-in-biology-says-study/) - The slowdown of physical activity during adolescence is not likely caused by lifestyle and environment but by energy demands placed on the body as it grows and sexually matures, according to a new study.
- [Marijuana's Psychoactive Compound May Alter Brain Wiring in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/marijuanas-psychoactive-compound-may-alter-brain-wiring-in-adolescents/) - In a mouse study designed to explore the impact of marijuana's major psychoactive compound, THC, on teenage brains, researchers say they found changes to the brain's wiring, that may worsen a genetic predisposition to schizophrenia.
- [What's Hot? 11/03/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-03-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [1 in 5 U.S. Parents Worry Their Teen Is Addicted to the Internet](https://homeword.com/1-in-5-u-s-parents-worry-their-teen-is-addicted-to-the-internet/) - American parents fear their teens’ internet use could expose them to cyberbullying, harmful content and set them up for addiction, a new study shows.
- [Vaping's Popularity Falls Among U.S. High School Students](https://homeword.com/vapings-popularity-falls-among-u-s-high-school-students/) - Warnings about the dangers of vaping may be reaching American teens as a new U.S. government report shows e-cigarette use is down among high school students.
- [What's Hot? 11/10/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-10-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Is Your 18-Year-Old Really 'Mature'? New Brain Study Has Answers](https://homeword.com/is-your-18-year-old-really-mature-new-brain-study-has-answers/) - According to new research, an adolescent starts thinking like an adult right around the age of 18.
- [U.S. Teens Are Driving Drowsy at High Rates](https://homeword.com/u-s-teens-are-driving-drowsy-at-high-rates/) - Drowsy driving causes thousands of car crashes a year and teen drivers say they are often sleepy behind the wheel.
- [What's Hot? 11/27/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-27-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Talking to Someone in Person Better for Mood Than Using Smartphones All Day](https://homeword.com/talking-to-someone-in-person-better-for-mood-than-using-smartphones-all-day/) - According to a recent study, researchers found that when people were asked to either scroll on their phones, sit quietly by themselves, or have a conversation with a stranger, participants usually believed talking was the most enjoyable.
- [Teens Are Popping Cannabis Edibles in the Middle of Their School Day](https://homeword.com/teens-are-popping-cannabis-edibles-in-the-middle-of-their-school-day/) - Teens are increasingly using cannabis to calm anxiety, but eating edibles during the school day is leading to ingesting too much causing intense and unpredictable highs.
- [Teenage Obesity Increases Risk for 17 Different Cancers in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/teenage-obesity-increases-risk-for-17-different-cancers-in-adulthood/) - Researchers have discovered that young adults who are overweight when they’re 18 years-old have a significantly higher risk of developing 17 different types of cancer later in life.
- [About 1 in 5 U.S. Teens Who’ve Heard of ChatGPT Have Used It for Schoolwork](https://homeword.com/about-1-in-5-u-s-teens-whove-heard-of-chatgpt-have-used-it-for-schoolwork/) - Roughly one-in-five teenagers who have heard of ChatGPT say they have used it to help them do their schoolwork, according to a new Pew Research Center survey of U.S. teens ages 13 to 17.
- [Gen Z Teens Lonelier, More Apt to Use Therapy, Less Likely to Do Drugs](https://homeword.com/gen-z-teens-lonelier-more-apt-to-use-therapy-less-likely-to-do-drugs/) - When it comes to Gen Z teenagers, you can discard the old saw that “kids will be kids,” similar across generations based on their age and maturity level. Gen Z is different.
- [Melatonin Use Skyrockets Among U.S. Kids](https://homeword.com/melatonin-use-skyrockets-among-u-s-kids/) - Record numbers of children and tweens now take melatonin for sleep, potentially doing harm to their development, a new study warns.
- [Older Adolescents With Physical and Mental Illnesses Have Lowest Self-Perceptions](https://homeword.com/older-adolescents-with-physical-and-mental-illnesses-have-lowest-self-perceptions/) - The combination of physical and mental illness had a negative impact on self-perception among older adolescents, but not for younger ones, shows a new University of Waterloo study.
- [Teens With Multiple Concussions Face Higher Risk of Suicidal Thoughts](https://homeword.com/teens-with-multiple-concussions-face-higher-risk-of-suicidal-thoughts/) - A year after suffering a concussion, teens, especially boys, are more likely than their peers to think about, plan and even attempt suicide, new research finds.
- [Revealing the Impact of Parental Tech Use on Adolescent Mental Health and Behavior](https://homeword.com/revealing-the-impact-of-parental-tech-use-on-adolescent-mental-health-and-behavior/) - A recent study shows how a parent's use of technology can interfere with the relationship between parents and adolescents and influence adolescents' mental health and behavioral outcomes.
- [Most School Shootings Aren’t Mass Killings, Study Finds](https://homeword.com/most-school-shootings-arent-mass-killings-study-finds/) - Many Americans think of school shootings as mass casualty events involving an adolescent with an assault-style weapon. But a new study says that most recent school shootings orchestrated by teenagers do not fit that image.
- [What's Hot? 12/01/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-01-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Soccer Heading Linked to Measurable Decline in Brain Function](https://homeword.com/soccer-heading-linked-to-measurable-decline-in-brain-function/) - New research links soccer heading -- where players hit the ball with their head -- to a measurable decline in the microstructure and function of the brain over a two-year period.
- [Kids Who Feel Their Parents Are Less Reliable Take Fewer Risks Vital to Learning and Growth](https://homeword.com/kids-who-feel-their-parents-are-less-reliable-take-fewer-risks-vital-to-learning-and-growth/) - New research suggests children without predictable support from the adults in their lives are less willing to take risks that are vital for learning and growth.
- [What's Hot? 12/08/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-08-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Over 4 Hours of Smartphone Use Leads to Serious Health Risks for Teens](https://homeword.com/over-4-hours-of-smartphone-use-leads-to-serious-health-risks-for-teens/) - Teenagers who use smartphones for over four hours a day are at a “serious” risk for certain health issues, a new study warns.
- [Young Age at First Menstrual Cycle Linked to Heightened Diabetes Risk in Mid-Life](https://homeword.com/young-age-at-first-menstrual-cycle-linked-to-heightened-diabetes-risk-in-mid-life/) - Starting menstrual cycles at a young age—before the age of 13—is linked to a heightened risk of developing type 2 diabetes in midlife, finds US research published online in the journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health.
- [What's Hot? 12/15/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-15-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Compassionate Teens Are Likely to Feel a Sense of Belonging](https://homeword.com/compassionate-teens-are-likely-to-feel-a-sense-of-belonging/) - When teens feel a sense of belonging and being cared for, they are more likely to show compassion for others, according to a new study from Penn State's Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center.
- [Reported Drug Use Among Adolescents Continued to Hold Below Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2023](https://homeword.com/reported-drug-use-among-adolescents-continued-to-hold-below-pre-pandemic-levels-in-2023/) - New data show relatively low use of illicit substances, yet overdose death rates among teens have risen in recent years.
- [Study Bolsters Evidence that Severe Obesity Increasing in Young US Kids](https://homeword.com/study-bolsters-evidence-that-severe-obesity-increasing-in-young-us-kids/) - A new study adds to evidence that severe obesity is becoming more common in young U.S. children.
- [What's Hot? 12/22/23](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-22-23/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Texting, Video Gaming Especially Bad for Teen's Sleep](https://homeword.com/texting-video-gaming-especially-bad-for-teens-sleep/) - Any type of time spent looking at screens before bed is bad for kids' sleep, but new research shows that "interactive" screen time -- texting and video games, for example -- is especially harmful.
- [When Do Teens Lie to Their Parents (and When Do They Tell the Truth)?](https://homeword.com/when-do-teens-lie-to-their-parents-and-when-do-they-tell-the-truth/) - When teenagers lie, do they plan to fib ahead of time? What about when they share information? Do they share voluntarily? A recent study explored these questions.
- [New Study Highlights the Crucial Role of Parental Engagement on Teen Development](https://homeword.com/new-study-highlights-the-crucial-role-of-parental-engagement-on-teen-development/) - In a recent study involving Swiss adolescents, researchers discovered that parental involvement significantly increases prosocial behavior in teens.
- [Almost Half of Teenagers Feel Addicted to Social Media](https://homeword.com/almost-half-of-teenagers-feel-addicted-to-social-media/) - A new study of British teenagers found that almost half feel as if they are addicted to social media.
- [Couch Potato Kids Putting Their Heart in Serious Danger Later in Life](https://homeword.com/couch-potato-kids-putting-their-heart-in-serious-danger-later-in-life/) - A new study warns that children who lead a sedentary lifestyle are more likely to experience strokes or heart attacks in their later years.
- [Teen Concussion Tied to Higher Risk for Suicidal Behaviors](https://homeword.com/teen-concussion-tied-to-higher-risk-for-suicidal-behaviors/) - Adolescents who report concussion have increased odds of reporting suicidal behaviors, according to a study published in the Journal of Athletic Training.
- [About 22 Adolescents Died Weekly From Overdoses in 2022, Driven by Fentanyl-Laced Prescription Pills](https://homeword.com/about-22-adolescents-died-weekly-from-overdoses-in-2022-driven-by-fentanyl-laced-prescription-pills/) - An average of 22 adolescents 14 to 18 years of age died in the U.S. each week in 2022 from drug overdoses, raising the death rate for this group to 5.2 per 100,000—driven by fentanyl in counterfeit pills, new research finds.
- [High Adolescent BMI Increases the Risk of Early Chronic Kidney Disease](https://homeword.com/high-adolescent-bmi-increases-the-risk-of-early-chronic-kidney-disease/) - Adolescent obesity significantly increases the risk of developing early chronic kidney disease (CKD) in young adulthood, according to a large cohort study.
- [Emotional Problems in Young People Were Rising Rapidly Even Before the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/emotional-problems-in-young-people-were-rising-rapidly-even-before-the-pandemic/) - There was a substantial increase in emotional problems among young people in Wales in the years immediately before the pandemic, research from Cardiff University shows.
- [What's Hot? 01/05/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-05-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescent Sports Activities Help Improve Bone Health in Older Adults](https://homeword.com/adolescent-sports-activities-help-improve-bone-health-in-older-adults/) - New research has found that older adults who engaged in high-impact sports activities in their adolescence experience enhanced bone mineral density (BMD) and bone health in their old age.
- [Addiction Treatment for Teens in Crisis Is Often Hard to Find](https://homeword.com/addiction-treatment-for-teens-in-crisis-is-often-hard-to-find/) - A 'secret shopper' study finds that for many American families, accessing inpatient treatment for a teen battling addiction can be next to impossible.
- [What's Hot? 01/12/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-12-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [US Teen Smoking Rates Have Plummeted, With Fewer Than 1% Now Daily Smokers](https://homeword.com/us-teen-smoking-rates-have-plummeted-with-fewer-than-1-now-daily-smokers/) - The number of American teens who smoke or have even tried smoking has dropped dramatically compared to a generation ago, with less than 1% now saying they light up cigarettes daily.
- [Teenagers’ Mental Health Suffers When They Have More Siblings](https://homeword.com/teenagers-mental-health-suffers-when-they-have-more-siblings/) - A new study has found that teenagers from larger families tend to have poorer mental health compared to those with fewer siblings.
- [What's Hot? 01/19/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-19-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Almost 1 in 10 Adolescents Have Used Non-Prescription Weight Loss Products](https://homeword.com/almost-1-in-10-adolescents-have-used-non-prescription-weight-loss-products/) - Almost 1 in 10 adolescents globally have used ineffective and potentially harmful non prescribed weight loss products in their lifetime, with 2% using them in the previous week.
- [As Gen Z Ups Screen Time, Their Sadness Stats Rise](https://homeword.com/as-gen-z-ups-screen-time-their-sadness-stats-rise/) - Is overuse of phones and social media harmful to the health of Generation Z?
- [New York City Becomes First City to Declare Social Media as Public Health Hazard](https://homeword.com/new-york-city-becomes-first-to-declare-social-media-as-public-health-hazard/) - New York City has become the first American city to classify social media as a ‘public health hazard’ and an ‘environmental toxin’.
- [When Some Adolescent Girls Internalize Rejection, It Really Is In Their Head](https://homeword.com/when-some-adolescent-girls-internalize-rejection-it-really-is-in-their-head/) - Recent research has found that adolescent girls who have a stronger tendency to ruminate show different patterns of brain activity when faced with social rejection.
- [What's Hot? 01/26/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-26-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Positive Childhood Relationships Linked to Improved Adult Mental Health](https://homeword.com/positive-childhood-relationships-linked-to-improved-adult-mental-health/) - A Columbia University study found that positive relationships with parents and other adults during childhood are associated with better mental health in adulthood, regardless of exposure to adverse childhood experiences.
- [Childhood Stress Linked to Higher Risk of High Blood Pressure, Obesity, Diabetes in Adults](https://homeword.com/childhood-stress-linked-to-higher-risk-of-high-blood-pressure-obesity-diabetes-in-adults/) - According to a new study, young adults who reported higher stress during their teenage years to adulthood were more likely to have high blood pressure, obesity and other cardiometabolic risk factors.
- [Social Withdrawal in Kids, Teens May Signal Higher Suicide Risk Later](https://homeword.com/social-withdrawal-in-kids-teens-may-signal-higher-suicide-risk-later/) - According to new research, being socially withdrawn and having physical discomforts such as headaches, nausea or stomachaches as a preteen may boost the risk of having suicidal thoughts by age 16.
- [What's Hot? 02/02/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-02-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Suggests Secret for Getting Teens to Listen to Unsolicited Advice](https://homeword.com/study-suggests-secret-for-getting-teens-to-listen-to-unsolicited-advice/) - A new study found teens will appreciate parents' unsolicited advice, but only if the parent is supportive of their teens' autonomy.
- [How Emotions Influence What Adolescents Eat](https://homeword.com/how-emotions-influence-what-adolescents-eat/) - A new study sheds light on how emotional states, especially negative stress have a significant influence on dietary choices in adolescents.
- [What's Hot? 02/09/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-09-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Bullied Teens' Brains Show Chemical Change Associated with Psychosis](https://homeword.com/bullied-teens-brains-show-chemical-change-associated-with-psychosis/) - Researchers have found that adolescents being bullied by their peers are at greater risk of the early stages of psychotic episodes and in turn experience lower levels of a key neurotransmitter in a part of the brain involved in regulating emotions.
- [MRI Study Reveals Significant Brain Changes in Adolescent Football Players](https://homeword.com/mri-study-reveals-significant-brain-changes-in-adolescent-football-players/) - Emerging magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) research suggests that adolescent football players are susceptible to a variety of brain changes due to head impact exposure from the sport.
- [Kids Spent 60% More Time on TikTok Than YouTube Last Year, 20% Tried OpenAI’s ChatGPT](https://homeword.com/kids-spent-60-more-time-on-tiktok-than-youtube-last-year-20-tried-openais-chatgpt/) - A new study of children’s online habits found that children ages 4 through 18 spent a global average of 112 minutes daily on TikTok’s short video app in 2023, an increase from 107 minutes the year prior.
- [Even 'White Lies' From Parents Encourage Lying by Kids](https://homeword.com/even-white-lies-from-parents-encourage-lying-by-kids/) - Kids are more likely to lie to their parents if their parents have been lying to them -- even with positive “white” lies, a new study shows.
- [Adolescents with Concussion May Benefit From More Activity Earlier](https://homeword.com/adolescents-with-concussion-may-benefit-from-more-activity-earlier/) - Researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital have found that limiting screen time and returning to school early following a concussion may speed up recovery.
- [Stress Main Factor Driving Teens to Abuse Drugs, Alcohol](https://homeword.com/stress-main-factor-driving-teens-to-abuse-drugs-alcohol/) - American teenagers cite stress as the leading reason they might get drunk or high, a new report reveals.
- [Study Helps Explain Why Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Predisposition to Mental Illness in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/study-helps-explain-why-stress-in-adolescence-can-lead-to-predisposition-to-mental-illness-in-adulthood/) - Excessive stress during adolescence can cause alterations in the brain resulting in behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders in adulthood, according to a study in rats conducted by Brazilian researchers.
- [New Psychology Research Sheds Light on the Link Between Romance and Friendships During Adolescence](https://homeword.com/new-psychology-research-sheds-light-on-the-link-between-romance-and-friendships-during-adolescence/) - In a new study, researchers found that teenagers in romantic relationships are less likely to form new friendships, yet these relationships don’t necessarily spell the end for existing ones.
- [Parenting Style Could Influence ADHD Severity in Kids](https://homeword.com/parenting-style-could-influence-adhd-severity-in-kids/) - A shift in parenting early in a child's development might help curb the symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), new research suggests.
- [Mental Illness May be Waiting for Stressed Out Teens in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/mental-illness-may-be-waiting-for-stressed-out-teens-in-adulthood/) - Teenagers who are constantly stressed out have a higher risk of suffering mental illness when they enter adulthood.
- [What's Hot? 02/16/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-16-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Antidepressant Dispensing to Adolescents and Young Adults Surged During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/antidepressant-dispensing-to-adolescents-and-young-adults-surged-during-pandemic/) - Antidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults increased sharply after the COVID-19 pandemic began—particularly among females—a new study finds.
- [Physical Fitness in Adolescence Linked to Less Atherosclerosis in Middle Age](https://homeword.com/physical-fitness-in-adolescence-linked-to-less-atherosclerosis-in-middle-age/) - Men who were physically fit when they were young had a lower risk of atherosclerosis almost 40 years later, according to a study led by researchers at Linköping University, Sweden.
- [Earbuds, Headphones a Rising Threat to Kids Hearing](https://homeword.com/earbuds-headphones-a-rising-threat-to-kids-hearing/) - Many younger children could be permanently damaging their hearing by blasting loud music on their earbuds and headphones, a new report finds.
- [What's Hot? 02/23/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-23-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [More Mental Health Problems Seen for Teens Bullied in Childhood](https://homeword.com/more-mental-health-problems-seen-for-teens-bullied-in-childhood/) - Youth who are bullied in childhood develop more internalizing, externalizing, and total mental health problems in late adolescence, according to a new study.
- [Stressed Parents Could Mean More Self-Harm by Kids](https://homeword.com/stressed-parents-could-mean-more-self-harm-by-kids/) - Teens have a higher risk of self-injury -- deliberately cutting or burning themselves -- if they have a fraught relationship with a struggling parent, a new study shows.
- [Schools Focusing on Grades Over Learning See More Violence Against Teachers](https://homeword.com/schools-focusing-on-grades-over-learning-see-more-violence-against-teachers/) - A new study finds that schools which place higher focus on test scores and bottom-line results instead of student learning are more likely to see children use violence against their teachers.
- [What's Hot? 03/01/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-01-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens Benefit From 'Forest Bathing' -- Even in Cities](https://homeword.com/teens-benefit-from-forest-bathing-even-in-cities/) - A new study suggests that forest bathing, the simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you while breathing deeply, can help youth de-stress and boost health and well-being.
- [Waist-to-Height Ratio Detects Fat Obesity in Children and Adolescents Significantly Better than BMI](https://homeword.com/waist-to-height-ratio-detects-fat-obesity-in-children-and-adolescents-significantly-better-than-bmi/) - An inexpensive measure of obesity in children and adolescents that could replace body mass index (BMI) has been identified in a new study as waist circumference-to-height ratio.
- [What's Hot? 03/08/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-08-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Peer Pressure Susceptibility Lasts Into Adulthood](https://homeword.com/peer-pressure-susceptibility-lasts-into-adulthood/) - In a new study, researchers found that the influence of peer pressure continues into early adulthood, while middle-aged and older adults are better at controlling their desires.
- [Being Excluded or Truant From School Leads to Mental Health Problems—and Vice Versa](https://homeword.com/being-excluded-or-truant-from-school-leads-to-mental-health-problems-and-vice-versa/) - New research examines whether mental health leads to exclusion and truancy, or whether exclusion and truancy are in fact contributing to poor mental health in children and adolescents.
- [What's Hot? 03/15/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-15-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Delta-8-THC Use Reported by 11% of 12th Graders in 2023](https://homeword.com/delta-8-thc-use-reported-by-11-of-12th-graders-in-2023/) - Approximately 11% of 12th-grade students across the United States reported past-year use of delta-8-THC, according to an analysis of data from the 2023 Monitoring the Future survey.
- [More Than a Third of Teens Say They Spend Too Much Time on Their Phones](https://homeword.com/more-than-a-third-of-teens-say-they-spend-too-much-time-on-their-phones/) - The always-online generation may be starting to unplug a bit.
- [Loneliness And Depression In Teens Linked To Lack Of Sleep And Early School Start Times](https://homeword.com/loneliness-and-depression-in-teens-linked-to-lack-of-sleep-and-early-school-start-times/) - According to a new survey, teenagers who wake up early for school, sleep less than eight hours per night or spend time on their electronic devices within an hour of going to bed are more likely to have experienced depression and loneliness
- ['Transcendent' Thinking May Grow Teens' Brains Over Time](https://homeword.com/transcendent-thinking-may-grow-teens-brains-over-time/) - Scientists find that adolescents who grapple with the bigger meaning of social situations experience greater brain growth, which predicts stronger identity development and life satisfaction years later.
- ['Study Drugs' Set the Stage for Other Drug Use and Mental Health Decline](https://homeword.com/study-drugs-set-the-stage-for-other-drug-use-and-mental-health-decline/) - Taking "study drugs" like Adderall without a diagnosis is not only dangerous in itself, but can lead to other drug use and a decline in mental health, according to new research.
- [Medical Costs for Kids' Mental Health Jumped 31% in 5 Years](https://homeword.com/medical-costs-for-kids-mental-health-jumped-31-in-5-years/) - The cost to American families of caring for a child with a mental health condition jumped by almost a third between 2017 and 2021.
- [Teen Pregnancy May Raise Risk of Early Death](https://homeword.com/teen-pregnancy-may-raise-risk-of-early-death/) - Teen pregnancy can change the trajectory of one's life, but now a new study suggests it could also shorten that life.
- [What's Hot? 03/22/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-22-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Body Dysmorphia Affects Many Teens, Especially Girls](https://homeword.com/body-dysmorphia-affects-many-teens-especially-girls/) - Many teens – especially girls – are affected by body dysmorphic disorder, a condition in which they become obsessed with perceived flaws in their personal appearance, a new study shows.
- [Preschoolers with Depression at Greater Risk of Suicide During Adolescence](https://homeword.com/preschoolers-with-depression-at-greater-risk-of-suicide-during-adolescence/) - Preschoolers with clinical depression are more likely than their peers to have attempted suicide or to have had thoughts of killing themselves by age 12, according to a new study.
- [Bone-Strengthening Physical Activity Declines Most Among Least Fit Youth](https://homeword.com/bone-strengthening-physical-activity-declines-most-among-least-fit-youth/) - According to a new study, bone-strengthening physical activity levels decrease during adolescence, and the decline was steepest among the least fit youth.
- [More Than Money, Family and Community Bonds Prep Teens for College Success](https://homeword.com/more-than-money-family-and-community-bonds-prep-teens-for-college-success/) - Building “family social capital” during the teen years dramatically boosts an adolescent’s chances of eventually completing college, according to a new study from BYU.
- [What's Hot? 03/29/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-29-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Finds Boys' Mental Health More Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic than Girls'](https://homeword.com/study-finds-boys-mental-health-more-impacted-by-covid-19-pandemic-than-girls/) - The COVID-19 pandemic had a greater impact on boys' mental health than girls, contrary to the findings of other studies, according to new research.
- [Steady Rise in U.S. Suicides Among Adolescents](https://homeword.com/steady-rise-in-u-s-suicides-among-adolescents/) - U.S. rates of suicide by all methods rose steadily for adolescents between 1999 and 2020, a new analysis shows.
- [Irregular Sleep and Late Bedtimes Associated with Worse Grades for High School Students](https://homeword.com/irregular-sleep-and-late-bedtimes-associated-with-worse-grades-for-high-school-students/) - Irregular sleep and late bedtimes are linked to worse grades and more school-related behavioral problems among teens, suggests a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
- [Social Psychologist Finds Smartphones and Social Media Harm Kids in Four Ways](https://homeword.com/social-psychologist-finds-smartphones-and-social-media-harm-kids-in-four-ways/) - Renowned social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues smartphones and social media damage young people’s mental development — and contribute to Gen Z’s unprecedented levels of mental illness.
- [What's Hot? 04/05/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-05-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Shocking Extent of Cyberbullying Among Kids Revealed in Major Report](https://homeword.com/shocking-extent-of-cyberbullying-among-kids/) - Some 16 percent of children aged 11 to 15 were cyberbullied in 2022, up from 13 percent four years ago, a recent WHO Europe report covering 44 countries said.
- [An Active Childhood May Save Your Life 40 Years Later](https://homeword.com/an-active-childhood-may-save-your-life-40-years-later/) - A recent study finds men who were in shape as adolescents showed a much lower risk of atherosclerosis (coronary artery disease) close to 40 years later.
- [Increasing Positive Affect in Adolescence Could Lead to Improved Health and Well-Being in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/increasing-positive-affect-in-adolescence-could-lead-to-improved-health-and-well-being-in-adulthood/) - Adolescents with high positive affect may have improved physical and mental health as adults, according to a recent study published in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine.
- [Exercise Habits in Youth Create Better Health Outcomes for Some](https://homeword.com/exercise-habits-in-youth-create-better-health-outcomes-for-some/) - Forming a long-term recreational exercise habit as a young person has a beneficial impact on physical and mental health later in life.
- [What's Hot? 04/12/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-12-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Childhood Obesity May Do Lasting Damage To The Brain](https://homeword.com/childhood-obesity-may-do-lasting-damage-to-the-brain/) - A new study has found that children with a higher body mass index before reaching adolescence also displayed poorer cognitive functioning.
- [Low Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Youth is Associated with Decreased Work Ability Throughout Adulthood](https://homeword.com/low-cardiorespiratory-fitness-in-youth-is-associated-with-decreased-work-ability-throughout-adulthood/) - A study confirms the concerns raised in the public domain about how young people's decreased fitness may affect their future work ability.
- [New Study Highlights the Benefit of Touch on Mental and Physical Health](https://homeword.com/new-study-highlights-the-benefit-of-touch-on-mental-and-physical-health/) - Through a large-scale analysis, researchers have uncovered the ways in which consensual touch can benefit a person's physical and mental wellbeing.
- [Junk Food Diet Can Cause Long-Term Damage to the Adolescent Brain](https://homeword.com/junk-food-diet-can-cause-long-term-damage-to-the-adolescent-brain/) - A new USC-led study on rats that feasted on a high-fat, sugary diet raises the possibility that a junk food-filled diet in teens may disrupt their brains’ memory ability for a long time.
- [What's Hot? 04/19/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-19-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens with Anxiety, Mood Disorders Less Likely to Get Driver's License](https://homeword.com/teens-with-anxiety-mood-disorders-less-likely-to-get-drivers-license/) - Teenagers suffering from anxiety, depression or bipolar disorder are likely to have a tougher time getting their driver’s license, a new study finds.
- [Teens Often Bullied Online About Their Weight](https://homeword.com/teens-often-bullied-online-about-their-weight/) - Teenagers are frequently bullied about their weight on social media, and the bullying increases with each hour they spend on these sites, a new study reveals.
- [Academic Pressure Linked to Higher Depression Risk in Teens](https://homeword.com/academic-pressure-linked-to-higher-depression-risk-in-teens/) - A recent study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health examines whether and how the need to achieve certain goals increases the risk of depression in adolescents.
- [Teens Who Focus on Life Goals Often Succeed](https://homeword.com/teens-who-focus-on-life-goals-often-succeed/) - Teenagers who set ambitious goals for themselves tend to be more successful as young adults, researchers reported recently in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.
- [What's Hot? 04/26/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-26-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Use of Alcohol and E-Cigarettes Among Youth 'Alarming'](https://homeword.com/use-of-alcohol-and-e-cigarettes-among-youth-alarming/) - The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming", according to a report released by the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch, which recommended measures to limit access.
- [Cancer Cases in Younger People Are On the Rise](https://homeword.com/cancer-cases-in-younger-people-are-on-the-rise/) - In the United States this year alone, there will be an anticipated 2,001,140 new cancer cases—leading to an estimated 611,720 related deaths. A new report suggests cancer cases among younger people are rising sharply.
- [Kids With Common Skin Conditions Face Stigma, Bullying](https://homeword.com/kids-with-common-skin-conditions-face-stigma-bullying/) - Acne, psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, alopecia: Any one of these common skin ailments can render a child vulnerable to stigma and bullying at school, new research confirms.
- [Staying Fit Boosts Kids' Mental Health](https://homeword.com/staying-fit-boosts-kids-mental-health/) - New research shows that getting plenty of exercise may guard against depressive symptoms, anxiety and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids.
- [What's Hot? 05/03/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-03-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens At Risk of Exposure to Toxic Lead and Uranium From Frequent Vaping](https://homeword.com/teens-at-risk-of-exposure-to-toxic-lead-and-uranium-from-frequent-vaping/) - Teenagers who frequently vape may face increased exposure to harmful metals like lead and uranium, which could potentially impact brain and organ development adversely, a new study revealed.
- [Children and Adolescents Enjoy Learning New Words](https://homeword.com/children-and-adolescents-enjoy-learning-new-words/) - New research led by academics at Royal Holloway, University of London, suggests that children and adolescents remain excited by learning new words, all the way until adulthood.
- [Popular Teenagers Sleep Less Than Their Peers](https://homeword.com/popular-teenagers-sleep-less-than-their-peers/) - Researchers in Sweden and Australia have explored how popularity among peers affected sleeping habits of teenagers aged 14 to 18, finding that popular teens get less sleep than their less popular teens.
- [A Parent's Watchful Eye Does Keep Kids From Drugs, Alcohol](https://homeword.com/a-parents-watchful-eye-does-keep-kids-from-drugs-alcohol/) - Teenagers are less likely to drink, smoke or use drugs when parents keep tabs on their activities, according to findings published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.
- [What's Hot? 05/10/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-10-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Finds Heart Damage in 'Couch Potato' Kids](https://homeword.com/study-finds-heart-damage-in-couch-potato-kids/) - Children and young adults who are couch potatoes could wind up with enlarged hearts, increasing their risk of heart attack, stroke and early death.
- [High Potency Cannabis Use in Teens Doubles Risk of Psychotic Episodes](https://homeword.com/high-potency-cannabis-use-in-teens-doubles-risk-of-psychotic-episodes/) - The use of high-potency cannabis in teen years almost doubles the risk of developing psychotic episodes in early adulthood compared to the use of those with lower potency, a study revealed.
- [Study Shows Alarming Rise of Electronic Vaping Use in US Adolescents](https://homeword.com/study-shows-alarming-rise-of-electronic-vaping-use-in-us-adolescents/) - A new study shows alarming statistically significant and clinically important increases of the daily use of Electronic vapor products (EVPs) in U.S. adolescents.
- [Positive Childhood Experiences Can Boost Mental Health and Reduce Depression and Anxiety in Teens](https://homeword.com/positive-childhood-experiences-can-boost-mental-health-and-reduce-depression-and-anxiety-in-teens/) - According to a recent study, having more positive childhood experiences was associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety, and better life satisfaction and mental health in adolescents.
- [What's Hot? 05/17/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-17-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Health Risks of Using Cannabis are Higher in Adolescents Than in Adults](https://homeword.com/health-risks-of-using-cannabis-are-higher-in-adolescents-than-in-adults/) - Using cannabis on a regular basis may be significantly more dangerous for adolescents than adults, with adolescents showing higher levels of cannabis use disorder and reporting greater negative impacts on daily functioning than adults, according to a new study.
- [One in Four Parents Say Their Teen Consumes Caffeine Daily or Nearly Every Day](https://homeword.com/one-in-four-parents-say-their-teen-consumes-caffeine-daily-or-nearly-every-day/) - A quarter of parents report that caffeine is basically part of their teen’s daily life, according to a national poll.
- [Self-Critical Perfectionism Gnaws on Students' Well-Being Already in Lower Secondary School](https://homeword.com/self-critical-perfectionism-gnaws-on-students-well-being-already-in-lower-secondary-school/) - A new study among ninth-graders attending lower secondary school inSwedish-speaking areas of Finland identified four perfectionistic profiles with varying associations with students' psychological well-being.
- [Some Teen Girls Clocking Up Close to Six Smartphone Hours Per Day](https://homeword.com/some-teen-girls-clocking-up-close-to-six-smartphone-hours-per-day/) - Some teenage girls are clocking up close to 6 hours a day on their smartphones, with a significant proportion of them likely addicted to social media, finds research published online in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood.
- [What's Hot? 05/24/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-24-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens Who View Their Homes as More Chaotic Than Their Siblings Have Poorer Mental Health in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/teens-who-view-their-homes-as-more-chaotic-than-their-siblings-have-poorer-mental-health-in-adulthood/) - Adolescents who view their households as more chaotic than their siblings develop more mental health and behavioral problems in early adulthood, according to a new study.
- [Moms, Even When Kids Reject Your Advice, It's Still Helping Them](https://homeword.com/moms-even-when-kids-reject-your-advice-its-still-helping-them/) - New research shows that even when your preteen or teen gives your advice a flat "no way," your counsel is probably having an impact.
- [Early Peanut Introduction Reduces Allergy Risk by 71% in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/early-peanut-introduction-reduces-allergy-risk-by-71-in-adolescents/) - Feeding children peanuts regularly from infancy to age five reduced the rate of peanut allergy in adolescence by 71%, even after many years when the children ate or avoided peanuts as desired.
- [Child Sleep Problems Associated with Psychosis in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/child-sleep-problems-associated-with-psychosis-in-young-adults/) - Children who experience chronic lack of sleep from infancy may be at increased risk of developing psychosis in early adulthood, new research shows.
- [What's Hot? 05/31/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-31-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [U.S. Girls Are Beginning Periods Earlier](https://homeword.com/u-s-girls-are-beginning-periods-earlier/) - Girls born between 2000 and 2005 started their periods at an average age of 11.9 years -- a half year earlier than the average age of 12.5 years for girls born between 1950 and 1969, according to a new study.
- [Better Sleep Cures Loneliness — Especially for Younger Adults](https://homeword.com/better-sleep-cures-loneliness-especially-for-younger-adults/) - New research finds getting better sleep may also be the best medicine for loneliness.
- [Internet Addiction Affects Behavior and Development of Adolescents](https://homeword.com/internet-addiction-affects-behavior-and-development-of-adolescents/) - Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo changes in the brain that could lead to additional addictive behavior and tendencies, finds a new study by UCL researchers.
- [Close-knit Family, Community Key to Teens Delaying Sex](https://homeword.com/close-knit-family-community-key-to-teens-delaying-sex/) - Teenagers who are part of close-knit neighborhoods and families are less likely to have sex at a young age, a new study has found.
- [What's Hot? 06/07/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-07-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Shows More Than Just Social Media Use May be Causing Depression in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/study-shows-more-than-just-social-media-use-may-be-causing-depression-in-young-adults/) - A recent study has investigated the association among social media use, depression and other health-related behaviors of young adults over time.
- [Too Many Teens Are Driving Drowsy](https://homeword.com/too-many-teens-are-driving-drowsy/) - Teens on the verge of falling asleep behind the wheel is a common threat to public safety on U.S. roadways, a new study reports.
- [Early Life Stress Can Lead to Substance Use in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/early-life-stress-can-lead-to-substance-use-in-adolescents/) - Stress during childhood is associated with earlier substance use in male and female adolescents, according to a study presented at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass.
- [Peers Crucial in Shaping Boys' Confidence in Math Skills](https://homeword.com/peers-crucial-in-shaping-boys-confidence-in-math-skills/) - A new study analyzed the social mechanisms that contribute to the gender gap in math confidence. While peer comparisons seem to play a crucial role for boys, girls' subjective evaluations are more likely to be based on objective performance.
- [What's Hot? 06/14/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-14-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Links Household Chaos with Sleep Quality Among Teens with ADHD Symptoms](https://homeword.com/study-links-household-chaos-with-sleep-quality-among-teens-with-adhd-symptoms/) - A new study found that household chaos and sleep hygiene are important factors in the relationship between sleep quality and ADHD symptoms in teens.
- [Where and How Gen Alpha Consumes Content](https://homeword.com/where-and-how-gen-alpha-consumes-content/) - For this digitally native generation, Gen Alpha, YouTube is the place to be, but other media channels like streaming platforms and even podcasts are popular.
- [Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Sites](https://homeword.com/surgeon-general-calls-for-warning-labels-on-social-media-sites/) - The U.S. Surgeon General announced Monday that he will push for warning labels on all social media platforms, stating that they may harm teens' mental health.
- [What's Hot? 06/21/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-21-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens and Young Adults Modify Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems](https://homeword.com/teens-and-young-adults-modify-electronic-nicotine-delivery-systems/) - Adolescents and young adults are aware of and engage in modifications of electronic nicotine delivery systems, according to a study published online in Pediatrics.
- [Teens with Behavioral Problems, Particularly Girls, More Likely to Sext](https://homeword.com/teens-with-behavioral-problems-particularly-girls-more-likely-to-sext/) - It's important that programs promoting safer sexting behaviors consider the specific needs of adolescents with behavioral problems, a new study by McGill University researchers suggests.
- [Today’s Teens Are More Content Being Single](https://homeword.com/todays-teens-are-more-content-being-single/) - A new study suggests that teenagers today are not only more likely to be single, but also happier about it compared to previous generations.
- [What's Hot? 06/28/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-06-28-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teen Cannabis Use Dramatically Raises Risk of Psychotic Disorders](https://homeword.com/teen-cannabis-use-dramatically-raises-risk-of-psychotic-disorders/) - Using cannabis raises the risk of teenagers developing a psychotic disorder by a staggering 11 times compared to teens who didn't report using the drug, a Canadian study has found.
- [Depression in Adolescents Linked to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease](https://homeword.com/depression-in-adolescents-linked-to-increased-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease/) - A new study has found that certain subgroups of adolescents with depression have an even higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
- [Strong Friendships in Adolescence Could Offer a Long-Term Measure of Resilience](https://homeword.com/strong-friendships-in-adolescence-could-offer-a-long-term-measure-of-resilience/) - A new study shows that good quality friendships have a significant impact on how young people affected by childhood trauma respond to social exclusion.
- [Video Games Help Teens Cope With Academic Stress](https://homeword.com/video-games-help-teens-cope-with-academic-stress/) - A recent study has found a significant relationship between academic stress and increased video game use among adolescents. The research indicates that video games may serve as a coping mechanism for academic pressures.
- [What's Hot? 07/05/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-05-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Which Adolescents Are at Risk of Depression Following Early Social Media Use?](https://homeword.com/which-adolescents-are-at-risk-of-depression-following-early-social-media-use/) - A new study that looked for relationships between early social media use and depression across adolescence and into young adulthood found that certain factors may make social media more risky or protective regarding depression.
- [Teens Struggling With Mental Abilities Face Triple Risk Of Stroke By Age 50](https://homeword.com/teens-struggling-with-mental-abilities-face-triple-risk-of-stroke-by-age-50/) - Individuals experiencing poor mental abilities in their teenage years could face a triple risk of stroke by the age of 50, a new study revealed.
- [Research Highlights Upward Trajectory of Digital Self-Harm Among US Teens from 2016 to 2021](https://homeword.com/research-highlights-upward-trajectory-of-digital-self-harm-among-us-teens-from-2016-to-2021/) - Results of the study, published in the Journal of School Violence, reveal that a meaningful proportion of U.S. youth has been involved in digital self-harm, and the numbers have increased by more than 88% since 2016.
- [Having Stronger Friendships as a Teen Can Protect Against Trauma Years Later](https://homeword.com/having-stronger-friendships-as-a-teen-can-protect-against-trauma-years-later/) - A new study shows how much of an effect having good-quality friendships as a teenager has on a person’s psyche when they reach adulthood.
- [What's Hot? 07/12/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-12-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Gun Laws Help Lower Suicides, not Murders, Among Children](https://homeword.com/gun-laws-help-lower-suicides-not-murders-among-children/) - Restrictive gun laws can decrease suicide rates among children and teenagers, but they don’t seem to lower their risk of being murdered, a new study says.
- [Cutting Screen Time to 3 Hours Per Week Improves Kids’ Behavior and Mental Health in Days](https://homeword.com/cutting-screen-time-to-3-hours-per-week-improves-kids-behavior-and-mental-health-in-days/) - Drastically reducing children’s leisure screen time to just three hours per week can lead to significant improvements in their mental health and behavior in as little as two weeks, a new study shows.
- [Anxious, Depressed, and Lonely Adolescents Are More Likely to Be Overdependent on Their Smartphones](https://homeword.com/anxious-depressed-and-lonely-adolescents-are-more-likely-to-be-overdependent-on-their-smartphones/) - A recent survey of middle- and high-school students revealed that those with increased anxiety, depression, loneliness, and experience of violent treatment are more likely to become overdependent on their smartphones.
- [Survey Shows Teens Need More Support Than They Get](https://homeword.com/survey-shows-teens-need-more-support-than-they-get/) - A new survey reveals a sizable gap between how much support teens say they get and how much support their parents think they are getting.
- [What's Hot? 07/19/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-19-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Ultra-Processed Food Makes Up Almost Two-Thirds of Calorie Intake of UK Adolescents](https://homeword.com/ultra-processed-food-makes-up-almost-two-thirds-of-calorie-intake-of-uk-adolescents/) - Adolescents consume around two-thirds of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs) new research has found.
- [Frequent House Moves Take Lifetime Toll on Kids' Mental Health](https://homeword.com/frequent-house-moves-take-lifetime-toll-on-kids-mental-health/) - Kids whose families frequently move have a significantly higher risk of depression later in life, a new study warns.
- [Cutting Screen Use Boosts Mental Health in Children, Teens](https://homeword.com/cutting-screen-use-boosts-mental-health-in-children-teens/) - Short-term reduction in leisure-time screen media use within families positively affects psychological symptoms in children and adolescents, according to a study published online in JAMA Network Open.
- [What's Hot? 07/26/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-07-26-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [One Emotion Drives Teens to Scroll Through Instagram](https://homeword.com/one-emotion-drives-teens-to-scroll-through-instagram/) - Boredom is the key emotion behind most teens’ use of Instagram, a new study says.
- [New Study Reveals How Screen Time Affects Preteen Sleep](https://homeword.com/new-study-reveals-how-screen-time-affects-preteen-sleep/) - A new national study, published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, offers insights into screen habits linked with better sleep.
- [Adolescent Girls Face Alarming Rates of Intimate Partner Violence](https://homeword.com/adolescent-girls-face-alarming-rates-of-intimate-partner-violence/) - Among adolescent girls who have been in a relationship, nearly a quarter (24%)—close to 19 million—will have experienced physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence by the time they turn 20 years old.
- [Children Who Miss Breakfast Regularly Are Less Happy](https://homeword.com/children-who-miss-breakfast-regularly-are-less-happy/) - A study has revealed that children who regularly miss the morning meal are less likely to be happy in life.
- [What's Hot? 08/02/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-02-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Suicides Among Kids Ages 8 to 12 Are Rising, Especially Among Girls](https://homeword.com/suicides-among-kids-ages-8-to-12-are-rising-especially-among-girls/) - New data shows a troubling 8% annual increase in the number of American children ages 8 to 12 who died by suicide, with the sharpest increase seen among girls.
- [Teen Alcohol Exposure Impairs Behavioral Flexibility and Learning](https://homeword.com/teen-alcohol-exposure-impairs-behavioral-flexibility-and-learning/) - Rats with alcohol exposure in adolescence are less able as adults to adapt their behavior in changing circumstances, according to a study that highlights the possible brain mechanisms involved.
- [Most U.S. Youth Who Die by Suicide Don't Have Diagnosed Mental Health Issue](https://homeword.com/most-u-s-youth-who-die-by-suicide-dont-have-diagnosed-mental-health-issue/) - Three out of five young people who die by suicide don’t have any prior mental health diagnosis, a new study finds.
- [Just Half of High School Grads Plan to Attend 4-Year College, New Survey Shows](https://homeword.com/just-half-of-high-school-grads-plan-to-attend-4-year-college-new-survey-shows/) - A new survey of 1,000 recent high-school graduates shows just half are planning to attend a four-year college or university.
- [Studies Find Teens with Problematic Smartphone Use Are Twice as Likely to Have Anxiety](https://homeword.com/studies-find-teens-with-problematic-smartphone-use-are-twice-as-likely-to-have-anxiety/) - A recent study revealed nearly half of 13–16 year-olds with Problematic Smartphone Use (PSU) reported symptoms of anxiety (44.4%) compared to 26.4% without PSU. Over half of 13–16 year-olds with PSU reported symptoms of depression (55.6%) compared to 35.8% without PSU.
- [What's Hot? 08/09/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-09-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teens Ramp Up Spending on Beauty, Pull Back on Shoes, Apparel](https://homeword.com/teens-ramp-up-spending-on-beauty-pull-back-on-shoes-apparel/) - Self-reported spending is down 6% among US teens (which includes Gen Alpha and Gen Z consumers), but they are still shelling out on beauty, according to Piper Sandler’s latest Taking Stock with Teens survey.
- [Parents Who Use Humor Have Better Relationships With Their Children](https://homeword.com/parents-who-use-humor-have-better-relationships-with-their-children/) - They say that laughter is the best medicine, but it could be a good parenting tool too, according to a new study led by researchers from Penn State.
- [What's Hot? 08/23/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-23-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Memories of Pandemic Lockdowns Predict Declines in Young People's Psychological Well-Being](https://homeword.com/memories-of-pandemic-lockdowns-predict-declines-in-young-peoples-psychological-well-being/) - A new study assessed whether personal memories predicted declines in the psychological well-being of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Depression in Teen Years Tied to Depression in Early Adulthood](https://homeword.com/depression-in-teen-years-tied-to-depression-in-early-adulthood/) - Depression symptoms during adolescence are associated with higher levels of depression symptoms and perceived stress in early adulthood, according to a study published online JAMA Network Open.
- [What's Hot? 08/16/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-16-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Swiping Through Online Videos Increases Boredom](https://homeword.com/swiping-through-online-videos-increases-boredom/) - Swiping through online videos to relieve boredom may actually make people more bored and less satisfied or engaged with the content, according to research published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General.
- [Video Games Linked to Better Mental Health in Surprising Study](https://homeword.com/video-games-linked-to-better-mental-health-in-surprising-study/) - New research suggests that leveling up your gaming habits might just level up your mental health.
- [Childhood Sleep Patterns May Influence Adolescent Alcohol and Marijuana Use](https://homeword.com/childhood-sleep-patterns-may-influence-adolescent-alcohol-and-marijuana-use/) - A good night's sleep is essential for children's health and development, but childhood sleep patterns may also be linked to future substance use, according to a new study.
- [Too Much Time Watching Screens in 20s Raises Heart Attack Risk](https://homeword.com/too-much-time-watching-screens-in-20s-raises-heart-attack-risk/) - Spend your youth glued to your phone, computer and TV and you cut your odds of making it to 60, a new study in the Journal of General Internal Medicine warns.
- [Why Children Can't Pay Attention to the Task at Hand](https://homeword.com/why-children-cant-pay-attention-to-the-task-at-hand/) - In a new study, researchers found that "distributed attention" wasn't because children's brains weren't mature enough to understand the task or pay attention, and it wasn't because they were easily distracted and lacked the control to focus.
- [Teenagers' Motivation Dips in High School—Research Shows Supportive Teachers Can Really Help](https://homeword.com/teenagers-motivation-dips-in-high-school-research-shows-supportive-teachers-can-really-help/) - Adolescents deal with physical and cognitive changes and can become increasingly distant from the adults in their lives. A new study looked at the role of teaching support.
- [Parents' Excessive Smartphone Use Could Harm Children's Mental Health](https://homeword.com/parents-excessive-smartphone-use-could-harm-childrens-mental-health/) - Kids ages 9 to 11 who said their parents spent way too much on their smartphones were more prone to anxiety, attention issues and hyperactivity later on compared to the youngsters of parents who weren't phone-obsessed, according to a new study.
- [Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Vape](https://homeword.com/depressed-adolescents-twice-as-likely-to-vape/) - A study on vaping behavior among Australian high school students has found those who reported severe depressive symptoms were over twice as likely to have tried e-cigarettes, compared to those reporting no depressive symptoms.
- [What's Hot? 08/30/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-08-30-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [U.S. Youth Vaping Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade](https://homeword.com/u-s-youth-vaping-drops-to-lowest-level-in-a-decade/) - Just 5.9% of American middle and high school students now vape, a big drop from the 7.7% who did so a year ago, new government data shows.
- [Cyberbullying is Pushing Teenage Girls Towards Cosmetic Procedures](https://homeword.com/cyberbullying-is-pushing-teenage-girls-towards-cosmetic-procedures/) - Adolescent females subjected to appearance-related cyberbullying are more likely to feel ashamed of their bodies according to recent research published in the Journal of Eating Disorders.
- [What's Hot? 09/06/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-06-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Rising Injury-Related Mortality Rates Among U.S. Children and Adolescents](https://homeword.com/rising-injury-related-mortality-rates-among-u-s-children-and-adolescents/) - Injury-related mortality rates, including firearm-related deaths, among children and adolescents increased in almost every state between 2018-2022, according to findings from the University of Michigan.
- [What's Hot? 09/13/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-13-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Grit, Love for Learning: It's Not Just Smarts That Boost Child Academics](https://homeword.com/grit-love-for-learning-its-not-just-smarts-that-boost-child-academics/) - In a recent study, researchers found that intelligence plus "non-cognitive" factors, such as a determination to excel despite obstacles and an innate love of learning, can push a child to the top of the class.
- [COVID-19 Lockdowns Prematurely Aged Teenage Brains](https://homeword.com/covid-19-lockdowns-prematurely-aged-teenage-brains/) - New research has found the pandemic resulted in unusually accelerated brain maturation in adolescents, and the maturation was more pronounced in girls.
- [Adolescents Exposed to Greater Parental Conflict More Likely to Have Sleep Problems as Emerging Adults](https://homeword.com/adolescents-exposed-to-greater-parental-conflict-more-likely-to-have-sleep-problems-as-emerging-adults/) - An eight-year study following a group of adolescents into emerging adulthood found that individuals exposed to more conflict between their parents during adolescence tended to have more sleep problems as emerging adults.
- [What's Hot? 09/20/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-20-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Shocking Number of Parents Say Their Kids Have No Friends](https://homeword.com/shocking-number-of-parents-say-their-kids-have-no-friends/) - A recent study from the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital has uncovered an often-overlooked aspect of childhood development, finding a surprising number of children struggle to make friends.
- [Communication Helps Parent Relationships With New College Students But Has Limits](https://homeword.com/communication-helps-parent-relationships-with-new-college-students-but-has-limits/) - When young adults first go off to college, more communication with parents generally leads to better relationships, but parents should avoid always initiating it, according to a study led by Washington State University researchers.
- [Screen Time and Social Media Use Linked to Eating Disorder Symptoms in Young Adolescents](https://homeword.com/screen-time-and-social-media-use-linked-to-eating-disorder-symptoms-in-young-adolescents/) - A new study finds that among 9–14-year-olds, excessive time online is associated with a higher risk of having eating disorder symptoms.
- [What's Hot? 09/27/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-09-27-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Fussy Eater? It Might Be in Your Kid's Genes](https://homeword.com/fussy-eater-it-might-be-in-your-kids-genes/) - Fussy eating is mainly influenced by genes, according to findings published in the Journal of Child Psychology & Psychiatry.
- [Fragrance in Care Products Could Be Triggering Early Puberty in Girls](https://homeword.com/fragrance-in-care-products-could-be-triggering-early-puberty-in-girls/) - A search for chemicals that could inadvertently activate parts of the brain responsible for reproductive functions has identified compounds many encounter in our environment, highlighting a potential trigger for early puberty in women.
- [Wildfire Smoke Exposure Boosts Risk of Mental Illness in Youth](https://homeword.com/wildfire-smoke-exposure-boosts-risk-of-mental-illness-in-youth/) - Each additional day of exposure to wildfire smoke and other extreme forms of dirty air boosts risk of mental illness in youth a little more, according to a new University of Colorado Boulder study of 10,000 9 to 11 year olds.
- [What's Hot? 10/04/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-04-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Poor Teen Friendships Predict Adult Anxiety and Depression Symptoms](https://homeword.com/poor-teen-friendships-predict-adult-anxiety-and-depression-symptoms/) - A recent study has found adolescents who struggled to form and maintain meaningful friendships were more likely to experience negative emotions and a poor self-concept between the ages of 27 and 32.
- [Study Shows How Pandemic Affected Teen Boys and Girls Differently](https://homeword.com/study-shows-how-pandemic-affected-teen-boys-and-girls-differently/) - A recent University of Washington study found teen girls were more adversely affected by the Covid lockdown than teen boys, with girls' brains aging more than three times as much.
- [Just One Egg Daily Reduces Nutrient Gaps Among U.S. Adolescents](https://homeword.com/just-one-egg-daily-reduces-nutrient-gaps-among-u-s-adolescents/) - New research highlights how a simple solution—eating one egg a day—can dramatically boost adolescents' nutrient intake and improve their health.
- [Know What 'Chroming' Is? TikTok Fad Could Harm Your Kids](https://homeword.com/know-what-chroming-is-tiktok-fad-could-harm-your-kids/) - Chroming, where toxic fumes from common household items are inhaled for a quick high, is on the rise among youth and TikTok may be to blame, new research suggests.
- [Study Uncovers Narrowing Gender Divide in Pornography Use and Attitudes Among Teens](https://homeword.com/study-uncovers-narrowing-gender-divide-in-pornography-use-and-attitudes-among-teens/) - A new study indicates that Swedish adolescents are using pornography more frequently, and the once prominent gender gap in reactions to pornography has narrowed considerably, with boys and girls now reporting similar emotional and behavioral responses.
- [Researchers Find High School IQ Predicts Drinking Habits](https://homeword.com/researchers-find-high-school-iq-predicts-drinking-habits/) - A person's IQ during high school is predictive of alcohol consumption later in life, according to a study by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers published in Alcohol and Alcoholism.
- [Study Links Teen Marijuana Use to Poor Academic Performance](https://homeword.com/study-links-teen-marijuana-use-to-poor-academic-performance/) - Generations of parental warnings may not be wrong: A massive study of available data finds that teens who use marijuana have significantly worse outcomes at school.
- [Lower Attention Ability in Adolescence Predicts Substance Use in Later Life](https://homeword.com/lower-attention-ability-in-adolescence-predicts-substance-use-in-later-life/) - Lower attention ability in adolescence can predict cigarette and cannabis use in young adulthood, according to new research from Trinity College Dublin.
- [Frequent Social Media Use Harmful for High School Students](https://homeword.com/frequent-social-media-use-harmful-for-high-school-students/) - Frequent social media use is potentially harmful to adolescent mental health among U.S. high school students, according to research published in the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
- [Texting While Walking Puts Pedestrians in Danger](https://homeword.com/texting-while-walking-puts-pedestrians-in-danger/) - Research analyzing actual pedestrian interactions with vehicles on busy streets concludes that distracted pedestrians face higher safety risks compared with undistracted road users.
- [Early Adversity, Maternal Depression Linked to Teen Mental Health Risk](https://homeword.com/early-adversity-maternal-depression-linked-to-teen-mental-health-risk/) - Teens who faced high levels of emotional and multidimensional adversity in their early years are at the most significant risk for mental health challenges, a comprehensive 15-year study has revealed.
- [What's Hot? 10/11/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-11-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [50% Surge in Preteen Sadness: Why Excess Screen Time May be to Blame](https://homeword.com/50-surge-in-preteen-sadness-why-excess-screen-time-may-be-to-blame/) - Researchers have found a link between spending hours on electronics and developing severe mental health symptoms in 8- and 10-year-olds.
- [What's Hot? 10/18/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-10-18-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Different Types of Teenage Friendships Critical to Well-Being as We Age](https://homeword.com/different-types-of-teenage-friendships-critical-to-well-being-as-we-age/) - Scientists studying teenage socializing have found that teenage friendships could lay essential foundations for well-being in later life, and that not just the kinds of friendships teenagers experience but the timing of those friendships is critical.
- [Vaping Rates Hit Record Lows for U.S. High School Students](https://homeword.com/vaping-rates-hit-record-lows-for-u-s-high-school-students/) - According to a team of researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vaping rates fell from 10% of high school students in 2023 to 7.8% this year, "reaching the lowest level ever measured."
- [Finnish Study Finds Good Physical Fitness From Childhood Protects Mental Health](https://homeword.com/finnish-study-finds-good-physical-fitness-from-childhood-protects-mental-health/) - A recent Finnish study has found that good physical fitness from childhood to adolescence is linked to better mental health in adolescence.
- [Marijuana Use Has Fallen 'Dramatically' Among U.S. Teens](https://homeword.com/marijuana-use-has-fallen-dramatically-among-u-s-teens/) - New research finds that only about 16% of teens said they were currently using marijuana, down from 23% in 2011.
- [Young People's Moods Directly Affected by Social Media 'Likes'](https://homeword.com/young-peoples-moods-directly-affected-by-social-media-likes/) - In a new study, a team of researchers used real social media data to show that young people may be more sensitive to social media feedback (likes) than adults, and that this directly impacts their engagement and their mood.
- [Dangers of the Metaverse and VR for US Youth Revealed in New Research](https://homeword.com/dangers-of-the-metaverse-and-vr-for-us-youth-revealed-in-new-research/) - A new study explored harm in the metaverse and VR devices among a sample of 5,005 U.S. teens aged 13 to 17 showed a significant percentage of youth reported harm in these spaces.
- [Cannabis Use in Adolescence Has Visible Effects on Brain Structure](https://homeword.com/cannabis-use-in-adolescence-has-visible-effects-on-brain-structure/) - Cannabis use may lead to thinning of the cerebral cortex in adolescents, according to a recent study published in The Journal of Neuroscience.
- [Study Shows Playing Video Games May Improve Cognitive Performance](https://homeword.com/study-shows-playing-video-games-may-improve-cognitive-performance/) - Playing video games may boost cognitive abilities and exercise can play a role in improving mental health, but not the other way around, a large-scale study has found.
- [High School Binge Drinking Predicts Midlife Alcohol Use, Women Most Affected](https://homeword.com/high-school-binge-drinking-predicts-midlife-alcohol-use-women-most-affected/) - A University of Michigan study reveals that adults aged 35 to 60 are drinking at unprecedented rates, with a striking link between high school binge drinking and risky midlife alcohol consumption.
- [80.5 Percent of Teens Experience at Least One Adverse Childhood Experience](https://homeword.com/80-5-percent-of-teens-experience-at-least-one-adverse-childhood-experience/) - Adverse childhood experiences are very common among adolescents, with 80.5 percent experiencing at least one, according to a new study.
- [The Dangers of Handheld Cellphone Use Among Teen Drivers](https://homeword.com/the-dangers-of-handheld-cellphone-use-among-teen-drivers/) - A new study by researchers at Penn Nursing and the Perelman School of Medicine links newly licensed teen drivers to risky driving behaviors.
- [What's Hot? 11/01/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-01-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Saying ‘Thank You’ Really Matters: Science Shows It’s the Secret Weapon for Family Happiness](https://homeword.com/saying-thank-you-really-matters-science-shows-its-the-secret-weapon-for-family-happiness/) - Researchers reveal that feeling appreciated by family members isn’t just heartwarming — it’s scientifically linked to better relationships and mental health.
- [1 in 3 U.S. Teens Say They've Been Bullied](https://homeword.com/1-in-3-u-s-teens-say-theyve-been-bullied/) - Bullying among American teens remains a big threat, with more than a third (34%) saying they've been bullied over the past year, new government data shows.
- [What's Hot? 11/08/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-08-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [World War II Data Shows Impact of Sugar on Kids' Health](https://homeword.com/world-war-ii-data-shows-impact-of-sugar-on-kids-health/) - The home front hardships of World War II illustrate how too much sugar is harming people’s health today, a new study shows.
- [Kids Still Find It Easy to Buy Flavored Vapes Online](https://homeword.com/kids-still-find-it-easy-to-buy-flavored-vapes-online/) - If you think that federal restrictions on the sale of tobacco products make it nearly impossible for your teen to buy vapes online, new research suggests you're mistaken.
- [Adequate Sleep Significantly Reduces the Risk of Hypertension in Adolescents](https://homeword.com/adequate-sleep-significantly-reduces-the-risk-of-hypertension-in-adolescents/) - Adolescents who meet the recommended guidelines of 9 to 11 hours of sleep per day were shown to have a significantly lower risk of hypertension in a new study from UTHealth Houston.
- [What's Hot? 11/15/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-15-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Boredom, Relaxation and Experimentation Are Among Top Reasons Teens Vape](https://homeword.com/boredom-relaxation-and-experimentation-are-among-top-reasons-teens-vape/) - Nicotine vapes are sometimes marketed as aids for cigarette smoking cessation. However, teens do not typically turn to electronic nicotine vapes to curb smoking habits, according to University of Michigan research.
- [Experiment Shows Time Alone Heightens 'Threat Alert' in Teenagers—Even When Using Social Media](https://homeword.com/experiment-shows-time-alone-heightens-threat-alert-in-teenagers-even-when-using-social-media/) - People in their late teens experience an increased sensitivity to threats after just a few hours left in a room on their own—an effect that endures even if they are interacting online with friends and family.
- [When Schools Give Kids Time in Nature, Anxiety and Behavior Issues Ease](https://homeword.com/when-schools-give-kids-time-in-nature-anxiety-and-behavior-issues-ease/) - A dose of green may be just what school kids with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues need, new research shows.
- [What's Hot? 11/22/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-11-22-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [School Suspensions and Expulsions Can Lead to a Lifetime of Depression](https://homeword.com/school-suspensions-and-expulsions-can-lead-to-a-lifetime-of-depression/) - Each year, nearly 5 million children in the U.S. are suspended or expelled from school. New research from the U of A found this type of school discipline can lead to higher rates of depression through adolescence and into early adulthood.
- [Early Puberty Surged During The Pandemic, And This Could Be Why](https://homeword.com/early-puberty-surged-during-the-pandemic-and-this-could-be-why/) - Among the laundry list of health problems COVID inflicted on the world's population, one of the more perplexing was an increase in the number of children experiencing abnormally early onset of puberty.
- [It's My Brain's Fault! Why Teenagers Make Often Unwise Decisions](https://homeword.com/its-my-brains-fault-why-teenagers-make-often-unwise-decisions/) - Adults exhibit a general tendency to make better decisions than adolescents, and this improvement drives an increase in specific and more sophisticated choice behaviors, according to a new study.
- [Home and Neighborhood Environments Impact Sedentary Behavior in Teens Globally](https://homeword.com/home-and-neighborhood-environments-impact-sedentary-behavior-in-teens-globally/) - Adolescents worldwide are spending an average of 8 to 10 hours per day engaging in sedentary activities such as watching television, using electronic devices, playing video games and riding in motorized vehicles, according to a multinational study.
- [What's Hot? 12/06/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-06-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Excessive Social Media Use Tied to Substance Experimentation in US Pre-Teens](https://homeword.com/excessive-social-media-use-tied-to-substance-experimentation-in-us-pre-teens/) - As teens continue to spend more time on screens and social media, a new study finds that among 11-12-year-olds, excessive time online is associated with early experimentation with substances like alcohol, nicotine, and cannabis.
- [Creativity Camp Improves Adolescent Mental Health, Well-Being](https://homeword.com/creativity-camp-improves-adolescent-mental-health-well-being/) - A research team found that Creativity Camp, a two-week arts intervention delivered as a day camp, had a positive impact on mental health and well-being in adolescents with depression.
- [Concussions Slow Brain Activity in High School Football Players](https://homeword.com/concussions-slow-brain-activity-in-high-school-football-players/) - A recent study conducted with young football players finds that concussion may slow a key form of 'aperiodic' brain signaling, thought to play a role in many important brain functions.
- [What's Hot? 12/13/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-13-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Adolescents With Self-Harming Behavior Found to React More Strongly to Images of Self-Harm on Social Media](https://homeword.com/adolescents-with-self-harming-behavior-found-to-react-more-strongly-to-images-of-self-harm-on-social-media/) - A recent study shows that adolescents with a history of non-suicidal self-injurious behavior (NSSI) show increased attention to images of self-harm on social media.
- [One in Five Young People Spend More Than Two Hours a Day on TikTok](https://homeword.com/one-in-five-young-people-spend-more-than-two-hours-a-day-on-tiktok/) - One in five young Spaniards spend more than two hours a day on TikTok and exceeds the recommended limits for the use of social media, which may lead to an increase in the likelihood of experiencing mental health problems.
- [Vaping Isn’t Safe: Scientists Uncover Alarming Vascular Risks](https://homeword.com/vaping-isnt-safe-scientists-uncover-alarming-vascular-risks/) - New research has found that smoking and vaping impair vascular function, even without nicotine, with the most significant effects seen in nicotine-containing e-cigarettes.
- [What's Hot? 12/20/24](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-12-20-24/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [U.S. Teen Drug, Alcohol Use Remains at Low Levels](https://homeword.com/u-s-teen-drug-alcohol-use-remains-at-low-levels/) - Rates of vaping, drug and alcohol use among American teens plummeted during the pandemic and have remained at relatively low levels ever since, new government statistics show.
- [Teens, Social Media and Technology 2024](https://homeword.com/teens-social-media-and-technology-2024/) - Nearly half of U.S. teens (46%) say they're on the internet almost constantly. YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat remain widely used, according to a new survey published by the Pew Research Center.
- [What's Hot? 01/03/2025](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-03-2025/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Almost Three Quarters of Adolescents Experience Depression or Anxiety](https://homeword.com/almost-three-quarters-of-adolescents-experience-depression-or-anxiety/) - Almost three quarters of adolescents in Australia experience clinically significant depression or anxiety symptoms, with most being chronic, according to a new study.
- [Physical Activity Boosts IQ in Kids and Teens](https://homeword.com/physical-activity-boosts-iq-in-kids-and-teens/) - A recent meta-analysis published in Pediatrics has demonstrated that structured physical activity programs improve intelligence in young people.
- [Perceptions of Parent Cannabis Use Shape Teen Attitudes](https://homeword.com/perceptions-of-parent-cannabis-use-shape-teen-attitudes/) - Teens who think their parents use cannabis are more likely to hold favorable attitudes toward the drug and to consider trying it themselves, according to a new study.
- [New Research Identifies Key Predictors of Science Success in Young Students](https://homeword.com/new-research-identifies-key-predictors-of-science-success-in-young-students/) - In a new study, researchers found that the most successful and ambitious students tended to have a motivational profile marked by high expectations of success, a genuine interest in science, and a belief in its importance and utility.
- [What's Hot? 01/10/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-10-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Fluoride in Drinking Water Linked to Lower IQ Scores in Children](https://homeword.com/fluoride-in-drinking-water-linked-to-lower-iq-scores-in-children/) - In a new study, researchers found a link between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ scores in children, restarting the debate over the safety of fluoride in public water supplies.
- [Global Study Links Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases to Sugary Drinks](https://homeword.com/global-study-links-millions-of-diabetes-and-heart-disease-cases-to-sugary-drinks/) - A new study estimates that 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cases of cardiovascular disease occur each year globally due to consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.
- [Feeling Self-Conscious Is Linked to Teen Binge Drinking](https://homeword.com/feeling-self-conscious-is-linked-to-teen-binge-drinking/) - Socially awkward young adults are more prone to regularly binge drink, but they back off their boozing bouts as they become older and more secure.
- [Report Urges New Chemical Regulations to Protect Children's Health](https://homeword.com/report-urges-new-chemical-regulations-to-protect-childrens-health/) - According to a new report, nations must start testing and regulating chemicals and chemical products as closely as the current systems that safeguard prescription drugs or risk rising rates of chronic illnesses among children.
- [Age 13 Rule Isn’t Working — Most Pre-Teens Already Deep in Social Media](https://homeword.com/age-13-rule-isnt-working-most-pre-teens-already-deep-in-social-media/) - A new study of over 10,000 American youth reveals that most pre-teens are active on platforms they’re technically too young to use.
- [Neglect Can Be as Damaging to Child Development as Abuse](https://homeword.com/neglect-can-be-as-damaging-to-child-development-as-abuse/) - In a recent study published in the journal Child Abuse and Neglect, researchers found that simple neglect can be as damaging to a child’s social development as physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
- [Teen Lifestyles Were Less Healthy in 2023 Compared to 2013](https://homeword.com/teen-lifestyles-were-less-healthy-in-2023-compared-to-2013/) - U.S. teenagers still struggle to make healthy choices when it comes to diet, exercise and sleep, a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report says.
- [What's Hot? 01/17/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-17-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Case Study of Uvalde School Shooting Links Persistent News Coverage to Adolescent Depression and PTSD](https://homeword.com/case-study-of-uvalde-school-shooting-links-persistent-news-coverage-to-adolescent-depression-and-ptsd/) - Persistent news coverage of school shootings can take a significant toll on teenagers' mental health, according to a new study.
- [Teen Stress Is Expensive, Experts Say -- So How Can We Reduce It?](https://homeword.com/teen-stress-is-expensive-experts-say-so-how-can-we-reduce-it/) - According to a new study, teenagers suffering from anxiety or depression are less likely to enter the workforce as young adults, and more likely to earn lower pay when they do.
- [Sports Boost Academic Performance in Teens](https://homeword.com/sports-boost-academic-performance-in-teens/) - Boys and girls are both more likely to earn a high school diploma if they take part in team sports like soccer or artistic sports like dance or gymnastics, researchers reported in a study published recently in the journal Children.
- [What's Hot? 01/24/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-24-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Violence on TV: What Happens to Children Who Watch?](https://homeword.com/violence-on-tv-what-happens-to-children-who-watch/) - Results of a recent study reveal long-term associated risks of early exposure to violent content in childhood and later teen antisocial behavior, more than a decade later.
- [Adolescents Who Are Ghosted Online May Face Higher Risks of Self-Harm](https://homeword.com/adolescents-who-are-ghosted-online-may-face-higher-risks-of-self-harm/) - A recent study found that adolescents prone to non-suicidal self-injuries tend to experience ghosting online more frequently than their peers.
- [About a Quarter of U.S. Teens Have Used ChatGPT for Schoolwork](https://homeword.com/about-a-quarter-of-u-s-teens-have-used-chatgpt-for-schoolwork/) - As debates continue over whether chatbots should have a role in the classroom, more teens are turning to ChatGPT to help with schoolwork.
- [New Study Reveals How Bullying Impacts Teenage Mental Health](https://homeword.com/new-study-reveals-how-bullying-impacts-teenage-mental-health/) - A major new study by experts from The University of Manchester has found that bullying has a significant negative impact on the mental health of teenagers - particularly for boys - and has highlighted the need for more effective prevention strategies in schools.
- [What's Hot? 01/31/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-01-31-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Childhood Poverty and/or Parental Mental Illness May Double Teens' Risk of Violence and Police Contact](https://homeword.com/childhood-poverty-and-or-parental-mental-illness-may-double-teens-risk-of-violence-and-police-contact/) - According to a recent study, living with persistent poverty and/or parental mental illness throughout childhood may double the risk of carrying and/or using a weapon and getting on the wrong side of the law by the age of 17.
- [Teens Who Eat More Ultra-Processed Foods Score Lower in School](https://homeword.com/teens-who-eat-more-ultra-processed-foods-score-lower-in-school/) - A study of nearly 800 adolescents reveals that students who consume more ultra-processed foods have significantly lower grades in language, math, and English—highlighting diet quality as a key factor in academic success.
- [Adolescents Spend 1.5 Hours Daily on Smartphones During School](https://homeword.com/adolescents-spend-1-5-hours-daily-on-smartphones-during-school/) - Published in the journal Pediatrics, a new study that monitored smartphone data found that adolescents (aged 13 to 18) spent an average of 1.5 hours each school day on their smartphones.
- [Poison Centers See Call Increase for Child and Adolescent Exposures to Caffeine Energy Products](https://homeword.com/poison-centers-see-call-increase-for-child-and-adolescent-exposures-to-caffeine-energy-products/) - A new study examining calls to United States poison centers for exposures to caffeine energy products in people younger than 20 years shows a significant rise in exposure rates from 2011 through 2023, with variations by product formulation.
- [Children Who Live With Cannabis Smokers Also Test Positive to The Drug](https://homeword.com/children-who-live-with-cannabis-smokers-also-test-positive-to-the-drug/) - According to a new study, smoking cannabis inside a home is associated with a higher likelihood of cannabis biomarkers in the urine of children who live there.
- [Kids Consume More Mature Media When Parents Overuse Screens](https://homeword.com/kids-consume-more-mature-media-when-parents-overuse-screens/) - Researchers reported in the journal BMC Pediatrics that the odds of kids watching R-rated movies or playing mature-rated video games rose with higher parental screen use and inconsistent family media rules.
- [Childhood Trauma Strongly Linked to Mental Health Problems in Brazilian Adolescents](https://homeword.com/childhood-trauma-strongly-linked-to-mental-health-problems-in-brazilian-adolescents/) - A new study by a team of researchers from the UK and Brazil has revealed a strong connection between childhood trauma and the development of psychiatric disorders in adolescents.
- [What's Hot? 02/07/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-07-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Increasingly, Teens Want Injectable Fillers, Peels, and Other Cosmetic Procedures—and a Surprising Number of Parents Approve](https://homeword.com/increasingly-teens-want-injectable-fillers-peels-and-other-cosmetic-procedures-and-a-surprising-number-of-parents-approve/) - Increasingly, teens age 13 to 19 are getting non-surgical cosmetic procedures—over 260,000 in 2023, according to the most recent data of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
- [Perceived Overweight Linked to Self-Harm in Teens](https://homeword.com/perceived-overweight-linked-to-self-harm-in-teens/) - Adolescents who perceive themselves as overweight are three times more likely to consider committing self-harm compared to those who do not, regardless of whether the person is objectively overweight, according to a new study.
- [What's Hot? 02/14/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-14-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Highlights Importance of Sleep for Mental Well-Being of Teenage Girls](https://homeword.com/study-highlights-importance-of-sleep-for-mental-well-being-of-teenage-girls/) - A new study by researchers at The University of Manchester has found that sleep plays a crucial role in the mental well-being of adolescent girls.
- [The Link between Cannabis and Psychosis in Teens is Real](https://homeword.com/the-link-between-cannabis-and-psychosis-in-teens-is-real/) - Teens have access to vastly more potent cannabis than their parents had at their age. Parents need to understand the risks, including psychosis.
- [What's Hot? 02/21/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-21-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Student Athletes Don't Know How To Fuel With Food](https://homeword.com/student-athletes-dont-know-how-to-fuel-with-food/) - High school athletes often hit the field improperly fueled for the competition ahead, because they haven’t been taught important basics of nutrition, a new study says.
- [Biological Clock Linked to Teens' Late-Night Eating Habits](https://homeword.com/biological-clock-linked-to-teens-late-night-eating-habits/) - A recent study reveals a distinct relationship between circadian rhythms, weight, and eating habits in teens, a vulnerable age group whose eating patterns influence their life-long health.
- [What's Hot? 02/28/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-02-28-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Water, Plain Milk Are the Healthiest Drinks for Kids](https://homeword.com/water-plain-milk-are-the-healthiest-drinks-for-kids/) - Got milk? It turns out, plain cow’s milk, water and a bit of veggie juice are still the best drink choices for kids and teens.
- [Research Shows Just One Hour of Screen Time Increases Risk of Nearsightedness](https://homeword.com/research-shows-just-one-hour-of-screen-time-increases-risk-of-nearsightedness/) - Each hour a person spends squinting into a smartphone or staring at a screen increases their risk of nearsightedness, a new evidence review suggests.
- [Sedentary Teens Face Higher Mental Health Risks](https://homeword.com/sedentary-teens-face-higher-mental-health-risks/) - Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors have a higher risk of facing psychological distress in the future, according to a recent study.
- [Kindness Can Relieve Pressure Felt by Perfectionistic Teens](https://homeword.com/kindness-can-relieve-pressure-felt-by-perfectionistic-teens/) - According to new research, teens who try to project a flawless image of themselves tend to get bullied more often and are less likely to receive kindness from their peers.
- [Tattoos May be Linked to an Increased Risk of Lymphoma](https://homeword.com/tattoos-may-be-linked-to-an-increased-risk-of-lymphoma/) - New research investigated what happens to tattoo ink once it's in your skin. Does it all stay in the skin where it's visible, or does it travel further into the body?
- [Intermittent Fasting Could Be Unsafe for Teenagers](https://homeword.com/intermittent-fasting-could-be-unsafe-for-teenagers/) - A recent study reveals that intermittent fasting during adolescence could have long-term negative effects on metabolism.
- [TV Violence Linked to Aggression in Teenage Boys](https://homeword.com/tv-violence-linked-to-aggression-in-teenage-boys/) - According to a recent study, boys exposed to violent media between ages 3 and 5 are more likely to develop aggressive and antisocial behaviors by the time they turn 15, researchers report.
- [More Children Accidentally Poisoned By Fentanyl](https://homeword.com/more-children-accidentally-poisoned-by-fentanyl/) - The number of children poisoned through exposure to fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, has skyrocketed in recent years, researchers have reported.
- [Brief Intervention Boosts Grit in Teenage Boys](https://homeword.com/brief-intervention-boosts-grit-in-teenage-boys/) - A new study from Norway suggests that a brief educational program can help teenage boys develop more grit, a trait linked to success and well-being.
- [More Screen Time, More Stress? Study Links Device Use to Teen Mental Health](https://homeword.com/more-screen-time-more-stress-study-links-device-use-to-teen-mental-health/) - Research finds higher screen time from childhood leads to more stress and depression in teens, while physical activity helps protect mental well-being.
- [What's Hot? 03/07/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-07-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [What's Hot? 03/14/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-14-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Poor Sleep Drives High Blood Pressure in Teens](https://homeword.com/poor-sleep-drives-high-blood-pressure-in-teens/) - Teens who sleep fewer than 7.7 hours per night are more likely to have high blood pressure, a new study suggests.
- [Lonely Teens Face Higher Risk of PTSD and Depression Later in Life](https://homeword.com/lonely-teens-face-higher-risk-of-ptsd-and-depression-later-in-life/) - A new study revealed that adolescents who experience high levels of loneliness are more likely to develop depression, PTSD, and stress-related conditions later in life, but do not experience a major impact upon their physical health.
- [For Teens' Mental Health, Strong Friendships Matter More Than Social Media Use](https://homeword.com/for-teens-mental-health-strong-friendships-matter-more-than-social-media-use/) - Teens who report strong, high-quality friendships tend to have better mental health—an influence that appears nearly three times stronger than the link between social media use and mental health challenges, according to a new study.
- [How Wellbeing Shapes Academic Success](https://homeword.com/how-wellbeing-shapes-academic-success/) - In a new study, researchers found that while standardized tests measure academic skills, different dimensions of wellbeing -- emotional wellbeing, engagement, and learning readiness -- can play a crucial role in performance.
- [Adolescents Engaged in Fewer External Risky Behaviors but Some Report Increasing Mental Health Concerns](https://homeword.com/adolescents-engaged-in-fewer-external-risky-behaviors-but-some-report-increasing-mental-health-concerns/) - Between 1999–2021, U.S. adolescents steadily desisted from risky behaviors such as substance use and violence, and from reporting a combination of both risky behaviors and mental health symptoms.
- [What's Hot? 03/21/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-21-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Good Sleep Accelerates Kids' Concussion Recovery](https://homeword.com/good-sleep-accelerates-kids-concussion-recovery/) - Sleep is a critical component for concussion recovery among kids, a new study reports.
- [How Social Media Expectations Are Destroying Teenage Friendships](https://homeword.com/how-social-media-expectations-are-destroying-teenage-friendships/) - New research reveals how the digital pressure to be always available online is creating stress that leads to real-world friendship conflicts for teenagers.
- [Children Glued to Phones More Likely to Become High-Strung, Depressed Teens](https://homeword.com/children-glued-to-phones-more-likely-to-become-high-strung-depressed-teens/) - New research shows a troubling connection between childhood screen habits and teenage mental well-being, finding that kids who racked up more screen time—especially on mobile devices—showed higher levels of stress and depressive symptoms as teenagers.
- [Excessive Screen Time Linked to Manic Symptoms in Teens](https://homeword.com/excessive-screen-time-linked-to-manic-symptoms-in-teens/) - Recent research suggests social media, video games, and texting may contribute to manic symptoms in early adolescence, highlighting the need for targeted mental health interventions.
- [What's Hot? 03/28/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-03-28-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Youth Gun Homicides Doubled During Second Half of Pandemic](https://homeword.com/youth-gun-homicides-doubled-during-second-half-of-pandemic/) - According to a new study, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, firearm violence surpassed motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of death among US children.
- [Social Media Can Drag Down Troubled Young People](https://homeword.com/social-media-can-drag-down-troubled-young-people/) - An emotional attachment to social media might be associated with worse mental health symptoms among young people being treated for depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts, a new study says.
- [Study Links Antisocial Behavior in Teens to Increased Substance Use by Age 17](https://homeword.com/study-links-antisocial-behavior-in-teens-to-increased-substance-use-by-age-17/) - A recent study found that individuals prone to antisocial behavior at age 15 were more likely to use drugs or alcohol by age 17, while those who exhibited more prosocial behaviors were less likely to develop these habits.
- [Playing Video Games Has an Unexpected Effect on Kids' IQ](https://homeword.com/playing-video-games-has-an-unexpected-effect-on-kids-iq/) - Researchers have linked spending more time playing video games with a boost in intelligence in children, which goes some way to contradicting the narrative that gaming is bad for young minds.
- [What's Hot? 04/04/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-04-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Screen Time Linked To Poor Sleep, Depression Among Teen Girls](https://homeword.com/screen-time-linked-to-poor-sleep-depression-among-teen-girls/) - According to new research, screen time is associated with poor sleep and symptoms of depression among teenage girls, and both boys and girls lose sleep to screen time.
- [45.6% of Nation's Teens Have at Least One Chronic Disease, ADHD or Autism](https://homeword.com/45-6-of-nations-teens-have-at-least-one-chronic-disease-adhd-or-autism/) - A first-of-its-kind study has found that almost half, 45.6%, of Australian teenagers are living with one or more chronic diseases, including diabetes or asthma, or a developmental condition like ADHD.
- [TikTok and Instagram Affect the Psychological Well-Being of Teenage Girls More Than Boys](https://homeword.com/tiktok-and-instagram-affect-the-psychological-well-being-of-teenage-girls-more-than-boys/) - A new study reveals that girls who use Instagram and TikTok regard the impact of these social media on their psychological well-being more negatively than boys.
- [What's Hot? 04/11/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-11-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [New Research Links Gratitude Development to Lower Adolescent Depression](https://homeword.com/new-research-links-gratitude-development-to-lower-adolescent-depression/) - A new study suggests that adolescents who become more grateful over time are less likely to experience depression—especially when their gratitude boosts their self-esteem.
- [Allowing Teens to Drink at Home Can Lead to Heavier Use Later](https://homeword.com/allowing-teens-to-drink-at-home-can-lead-to-heavier-use-later/) - According to a new study, parents allowing adolescents to consume alcoholic drinks — or even just letting them taste alcohol — can lead to heavier drinking and alcohol-related issues later in life.
- [Early Education Impacts Teenage Behavior](https://homeword.com/early-education-impacts-teenage-behavior/) - A recent study has identified links between early childhood education and lower rates of juvenile violent arrests and teenage pregnancy.
- [Fear of Rejection Influences How Children Conform to Peers](https://homeword.com/fear-of-rejection-influences-how-children-conform-to-peers/) - This fear of rejection -- familiar to many children and adults -- can significantly impact how kids behave in their peer groups, according to new research from the University of Georgia.
- [Active Families Boost Teens' Physical and Mental Health](https://homeword.com/active-families-boost-teens-physical-and-mental-health/) - From bike rides to backyard soccer, parents who exercise together with their teenagers are more likely to have kids with better physical and mental health, according to a new health report.
- [What's Hot? 04/18/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-18-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Teen Self-Harm Increased Among All Groups](https://homeword.com/teen-self-harm-increased-among-all-groups/) - A team led by UC Berkeley researchers reveals an increase in self-harm among American adolescents, especially among young women and multiracial people over a 16-year period.
- [Social Media Use Linked to Poor Adolescent Diets](https://homeword.com/social-media-use-linked-to-poor-adolescent-diets/) - Poor dietary habits in adolescence—lots of sweets, sugary drinks or skipping breakfast—is directly linked to overusing social media, according to a new study.
- [Tired Teens More Prone to Injury](https://homeword.com/tired-teens-more-prone-to-injury/) - A new study found a substantial risk of injury in adolescents who reported having poor sleep.
- [Mood Disorders Have Increased Among Kids, Teens](https://homeword.com/mood-disorders-have-increased-among-kids-teens/) - Depression and anxiety have been increasing steadily among children and teenagers in recent years, a new study says.
- [What's Hot? 04/25/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-04-25-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Legalizing Cannabis Edibles Linked to Increased Adolescent Use](https://homeword.com/legalizing-cannabis-edibles-linked-to-increased-adolescent-use/) - Researchers are reporting that legalization of youth-oriented cannabis edibles and extracts in Canada was associated with higher cannabis use among adolescents during specific study periods.
- [Father's Mental Health Can Impact Children for Years](https://homeword.com/fathers-mental-health-can-impact-children-for-years/) - New research from Rutgers Health revealed that when paternal depression goes undiagnosed or unaddressed, the negative social and behavioral effects on children can persist for years.
- [Adolescents Who Sleep Longer Perform Better at Cognitive Tasks](https://homeword.com/adolescents-who-sleep-longer-perform-better-at-cognitive-tasks/) - A study finds that adolescents who sleep for longer -- and from an earlier bedtime -- than their peers tend to have improved brain function and perform better at cognitive tests.
- [What's Hot? 05/02/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-02-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [High School Experiences Linked to Midlife Body Weight](https://homeword.com/high-school-experiences-linked-to-midlife-body-weight/) - New research has found associations between many aspects of students' lives during high school and their weight decades later at midlife.
- [Teens, Social Media and Mental Health](https://homeword.com/teens-social-media-and-mental-health/) - A new survey finds that most teens credit social media with feeling more connected to friends, while roughly 1 in 5 say social media sites hurt their mental health, and growing shares think they harm people their age.
- [Late Nights, Little Sleep Could Be Stunting Teen Brain Growth](https://homeword.com/late-nights-little-sleep-could-be-stunting-teen-brain-growth/) - New international research has revealed that adolescents with earlier bedtimes and longer sleep duration consistently outperform their night-owl peers on cognitive tests.
- [Nicotine Pouch Use Nearly Doubles Among U.S. High School Students](https://homeword.com/nicotine-pouch-use-nearly-doubles-among-u-s-high-school-students/) - The use of nicotine pouches nearly doubled among U.S. high school students between 2023 and 2024, according to a new USC study.
- [Teens Who Drive Older Vehicles Have Increased Risk for Fatal Crashes](https://homeword.com/teens-who-drive-older-vehicles-have-increased-risk-for-fatal-crashes/) - A recent study found that driving vehicles 6–15 years old had a 19% greater risk of driver death in fatal crashes, and driving vehicles older than 15 years had a 31% greater risk.
- [What's Hot? 05/09/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-09-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Junk Food for Thought: Study Directly Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Poor Health](https://homeword.com/junk-food-for-thought-study-directly-links-ultra-processed-foods-to-poor-health/) - A landmark study exploring Canadians' consumption of ultra-processed foods typically loaded with fat, sugar and additives has confirmed these foods are directly and significantly linked to poor health outcomes.
- [What's Hot? 05/16/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-16-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Popcorn Lung: Teen’s Vaping Habit Leads to Irreversible Lung Disease](https://homeword.com/popcorn-lung-teens-vaping-habit-leads-to-irreversible-lung-disease/) - "Popcorn Lung," originally linked to workers inhaling buttery chemicals at popcorn factories, the condition is now reemerging through vaping.
- [Early Teen Stress Tied to School and Identity](https://homeword.com/early-teen-stress-tied-to-school-and-identity/) - A recent study revealed that starting high school and self-identity are the biggest causes of stress for young teens, and researchers call for more access to support and resources in order to help teens navigate the transition.
- [Food Choices Could Influence First Period](https://homeword.com/food-choices-could-influence-first-period/) - In a recent study, researchers found that girls who ate more inflammatory foods were 15% more likely to get their first period in the next month, while those eating a healthier diet lowered the odds by 8%.
- [Majority of Youth Overdose Deaths From 2018 to 2022 Were Driven by Fentanyl Alone](https://homeword.com/majority-of-youth-overdose-deaths-from-2018-to-2022-were-driven-by-fentanyl-alone/) - Fatal drug overdoses among youth aged 15 to 24 in the United States involving synthetic opioids alone soared by 168% over the five-year time period from 2018 to 2022, a recent study shows.
- [What's Hot? 05/23/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-23-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [‘Perfect Bodies and Perfect Lives’: How Selfie-Editing Tools Distort Young People’s Perception of Themselves](https://homeword.com/perfect-bodies-and-perfect-lives-how-selfie-editing-tools-distort-young-peoples-perception-of-themselves/) - New research, recently published in New Media & Society, are cause for alarm. They show selfie-editing technologies have significant impacts for young people’s body image and wellbeing.
- [What's Hot? 05/30/25](https://homeword.com/whats-hot-05-30-25/) - A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television, and movies.
- [Study Links All Types of Cyberbullying to PTSD in Teens](https://homeword.com/study-links-all-types-of-cyberbullying-to-ptsd-in-teens/) - A new national study adds to the growing body of research showing that cyberbullying should be considered an adverse childhood experience, childhood trauma linked to long-term emotional, psychological and physical harm.

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- [Conectado Con Dios](https://homeword.com/product/conectado-con-dios/) - ¿Que podrías hacer en cincuenta días? Jim Burns, autor de muchos éxitos, quiere desafiarte a usar los próximos cincuenta días para profundizar en Las Escrituras, y tener una relación mas poderosa con Dios. Este emocionante devocional esta lleno de historias inspiradoras que te mostraran como adoptar una actitud de agradecimiento, expresar amor, disfrutar el día,
- [Creating an Intimate Marriage](https://homeword.com/product/creating-an-intimate-marriage/) - Creating an Intimate Marriage: Rekindle Romance Through Affection, Warmth & Encouragement A Marriage Full of A.W.E. If you think intimacy in marriage is an impossible goal, think again. Even if your relationship is the high maintenance variety, you can still find that meaningful connection you are seeking by cultivating three important ingredients in your relationship: Affection, Warmth, and
- [Getting Ready for Marriage: SESSION GUIDE (DVD + MultiMedia CD)](https://homeword.com/product/getting-ready-for-marriage-session-guide-dvd-multimedia-cd-2/) - 6 VIDEO COURSES + GROUP SESSIONS A teaching resource for the Getting Ready for Marriage bundle Jim Burns and Doug Fields wish you the very best for your wedding, but sadly, they won't be able to make it. What they are here for is your marriage. Jim and Doug have seen it all. They have worked
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- [Busy = Something is Usually Broken](https://homeword.com/articles/busy-something-is-usually-broken/) - I've had the privilege to speak to several hundred couples at our Refreshing Your Marriage conference. Without a doubt, the number one issue facing the majority of these marriages was busyness. We heard it over and over. I shared a story from my first year of marriage where I seemed to make the same mistake
- [Couples Devotional: Reactions Speak Louder Than Words](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-reactions-speak-louder-than-words/) - And why worry about the speck in your friend's eye when you have a log in your own? How can you think of saying to your friend, "Let me get rid of the speck in your eye," when you can't see past the log in your own eye? Hypocrite! First get rid of the log
- [Good News for Parents of Moody Teens: It Will Pass](https://homeword.com/articles/good-news-for-parents-of-moody-teens-it-will-pass/) - Adolescence is a season of life when teens experience intense emotions. In a real way, they are experiencing "new" adult-like emotions. Emotions like anxiety, worry, frustration, anger, inferiority, passion, and fear can occur with ferocious intensity. It will take time for teenagers to learn how to handle and manage these emotions. One long-term study of
- [Couples Devotional: The Prayer Challenge](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-the-prayer-challenge/) - The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. —James 5:16 [NLT] With the divorce rate skyrocketing even among Christians, there is hope: Pray together. Dr. Dave Stoop tells us that one-tenth of one percent of couples who pray together daily will get a divorce. That incredible statistic underlies what
- [Quick-Fix Parenting vs. Intentional Parenting](https://homeword.com/articles/quick-fix-parenting-vs-intentional-parenting/) - If you're a parent, most likely you joined the parenting ranks with good intentions and excitement. But then somewhere along the way, you lost your confidence. If this describes you -- don't worry -- you're not alone. Every parent struggles at some point because the truth is, parenting is difficult! After all, our children didn't
- [Summer Fun: Rediscovering the Lost Arts of Family Rest and Relaxation](https://homeword.com/articles/summer-fun-rediscovering-the-lost-arts-of-family-rest-and-relaxation/) - Most experts on the family will tell you that, "The family that prays together stays together." But I'd like to suggest a corollary to that principle, "The family that plays together stays together." Summer is the perfect season for families to rediscover the lost arts of family rest and relaxation --- and it's also the
- [20 Rules for Parenting Adolescents](https://homeword.com/articles/20-rules-for-parenting-adolescents/) - Adolescence, the period between childhood and adulthood, has grown longer in our time. Kids are experiencing puberty earlier and staying connected to their parents later in life than previous generations. Thus, adolescence in many instances can be just as tough a season on parents as it is on the kids! I interviewed Dr. Kevin Leman,
- [Connecting Requires Talking and Listening](https://homeword.com/articles/connecting-requires-talking-and-listening/) - Most men I know break into hives and immediately feel the pang of guilt when their wife says, "We need to talk." I realize this plays into a "females-like-to-talk" and "men-like-to-not-talk" stereotype. I also realize there are exceptions and if you fall into that exception category--fabulous! Change the context and you can read this just
- [Couples Devotional: Time for a Tune-Up](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-time-for-a-tune-up/) - But at the beginning of creation God "made them male and female." "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh." So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate. --Mark
- [How to Teach Your Kids Almost Everything](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-teach-your-kids-almost-everything/) - Have you ever experienced the frustration of seeing your kid not doing a task correctly (the way we want them to!)? Most often, our kids don't learn how to do something "right" because we--their parents--don't take the time to teach them how. Here's a proven four-step plan for teaching kids to do almost everything: Step
- [Tips for Better Communication with Your Teen](https://homeword.com/articles/tips-for-better-communication-with-your-teen/) - No one likes to be nagged. Yet many parents resort to nagging as a primary--though negative--way to communicate their feelings and desires with family members. Positive communication is vital for maintaining a healthy family. Successful families talk and listen. Good communication takes work, but if you employ some of the following tips, you'll be on
- [What Are Your Expectations?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-are-your-expectations/) - Many couples don't take time to share with one another their individual expectations about issues that appear in every marriage before they say, "I do." Issues like money, sex, faith, parenting, time spent with friends, holidays, resolving conflict, and chores are some of the biggies. The result of not addressing expectations before marriage is to simply
- [Couples Devotional: Your Marriage To-Do List](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-your-marriage-to-do-list/) - This is my commandment, that you love one another, just has I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends. —John 15:12-13 NASB Many couples expect romance to just happen, but we have found that intentionality is the key to rekindling romance. In two
- [Ten Ways You Can Start Communicating Christ to Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/ten-ways-you-can-start-communicating-christ-to-your-kids/) - Many parents find it hard to talk to their kids about God and spiritual issues. Yet, God specifically places the responsibility for motivating a child’s spiritual development on parents. In the Bible, in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 we read, “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk
- [Ideas for Family Fun and Games](https://homeword.com/articles/ideas-for-family-fun-and-games/) - Jim Burns often speaks and writes about the importance of families playing together. There’s no doubt that in our fast-paced culture, finding the time to play together as families is a significant challenge. Yet, as Jim has said many times, “The family that plays together stays together.” If you’re looking for some practical and simple
- [Faith Development and Our Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/faith-development-and-our-kids/) - Just like a roller coaster ride, parents of teens must tighten their seat belts and hold on for dear life. At the same time, with an informed understanding of how faith develops in your teen’s life, you’ll be better prepared for the ride, and you never know, you might even find yourself enjoying it along
- [Five Tips to Eliminate Stress in Your Home](https://homeword.com/articles/five-tips-to-eliminate-stress-in-your-home/) - Families are in need of more calm and less stress! The breathless pace we're living in is tearing families apart. Still, there is something that can be done about the stress you and your family experiences. A lot of stress can be removed if you make the tough choices necessary to gain control over your
- [Couples Devotional: Don't Lose Sight of the Goal](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-dont-lose-sight-of-the-goal/) - I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 3:14 We live in a beautiful beach town, Dana Point, on the coast of Southern California. We never tire of the view. On most days when we are near the water, we see Catalina
- [Parent Research: Parents Pass Their Anxieties to Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/parent-research-parents-pass-their-anxieties-to-kids/) - Some parents attempt to hide their true emotions when things are going bad, but this may be doing more harm than good. One study found kids can spot when their parents are under stress. According to researchers at Washington State University in a study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, parents often signal their
- [Parenting and Denial](https://homeword.com/articles/parenting-and-denial/) - It seems that whether the issue is drugs, alcohol, bullying, risky driving, media consumption, or sex, studies show that parents consistently underestimate their own kid's interest or participation in these behaviors. As it has been said, denial is not just a river in Egypt. What drives this type of parental denial, the "Not My Kid" Syndrome
- [Outline of a Weekly Meeting for Couples](https://homeword.com/articles/outline-of-a-weekly-meeting-for-couples/) - Life, marriage, and ministry can take its toll on a couple’s intimacy. It’s not difficult to become spiritually isolated from one another. Cathy and I have struggled with this in the past. In recent years, we’ve taken some intentional steps to move back towards spiritual intimacy and better communication. One of the key steps we’ve
- [Spring Cleaning](https://homeword.com/articles/spring-cleaning/) - Ah, it's spring again! Time to throw open the windows, take down the shutters, put away your winter wardrobe, and do a little spring cleaning. There's something about spring that just makes you want to shake out the rugs and sweep out the garage. Spiritually, we sometimes need a little spring cleaning as well ---
- [Couples Devotional: The Shoebox](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-the-shoebox/) - In your anger do not sin! Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. --Ephesians 4:26-27 I read a humorous story about a man and woman who had been married for more than 60 years. They had shared everything. They had talked about
- [How to Raise a Teenager Without Losing Your Sanity](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-raise-a-teenager-without-losing-your-sanity/) - Parenting a teenager is not easy! If you're raising an adolescent and having an easy time of it—something's probably wrong! Though not easy, successfully parenting a teenager is by no means impossible! With God walking along with you every step of the way, raising a teenager can be a wonderful and rewarding experience! Here are
- [Five Ways to Change the Environment in Your Home](https://homeword.com/articles/five-ways-to-change-the-environment-in-your-home/) - I ran into a friend who filled me in on some distance/frustration/angst within his family. After his transparent sharing, he went practical asking, "Do you have ideas on what I should do?" Mending wounded relationships is NOT simple and Band-Aids are rarely effective, but there are some simple, practical, and transforming actions that can be
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-1-3/) - According to a recent survey, only 2% of teenage girls consider themselves to be “beautiful.”
- [Adolescent Research: Friends Are Friends Forever? Not Likely](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-friends-are-friends-forever-not-likely/) - Adolescents don't like to lose their friends. But one longitudinal study of teenagers showed that the notion of having a BFF runs counter to reality. In the study, researchers found that just 1 in 100 friendships that begin in seventh grade continue on until the 12th grade. The researchers discovered that the strongest predictors of friendship
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-2-3/) - Young women are called to live lives that are set apart from the world’s low standards.
- [Five Tips for Having a Great “Date Night” With Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/five-tips-for-having-a-great-date-night-with-your-kids/) - Many parents look for the latest parenting fad to help their kids grow into mature adults. Yet one key component for building kids' lives is right in front of them: investing time, energy, and a commitment to “be there” for their kids. A regular, one-on-one 'date night' with each of your kids is a great
- [Connecting Requires Talking and Listening](https://homeword.com/articles/connecting-requires-talking-and-listening-2/) - Most men I know break into hives and immediately feel the pang of guilt when their wife says, "We need to talk." I realize this plays into a "females-like-to-talk" and "men-like-to-not-talk" stereotype. I also realize there are exceptions and if you fall into that exception category--fabulous! Change the context and you can read this just
- [Five Tips for Having a Great “Date Night” With Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/five-tips-for-having-a-great-date-night-with-your-kids-2/) - Many parents look for the latest parenting fad to help their kids grow into mature adults. Yet one key component for building kids' lives is right in front of them: investing time, energy, and a commitment to “be there” for their kids. A regular, one-on-one 'date night' with each of your kids is a great
- [How to Teach Your Kids to Appreciate God's Word](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-teach-your-kids-to-appreciate-gods-word-2/) - One of our jobs as parents is to plant the Word of God into our children's lives. God's Word provides them with a solid foundation upon which their lives can be built. In 1 Peter 1:24-25, we read, "All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field: the
- [Adolescent Research: Friends Are Friends Forever? Not Likely](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-friends-are-friends-forever-not-likely-2/) - Adolescents don't like to lose their friends. But one longitudinal study of teenagers showed that the notion of having a BFF runs counter to reality. In the study, researchers found that just 1 in 100 friendships that begin in seventh grade continue on until the 12th grade. The researchers discovered that the strongest predictors of friendship
- [God is Good! Give Thanks!](https://homeword.com/articles/god-is-good-give-thanks-2/) - Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays on the American calendar. Most of us are sentimental when it comes to Thanksgiving --- and its cherished traditions --- at least during the weeks leading up to the holiday. But the truth is that for many, Thanksgiving boils down to a lot of work! From making
- [Improving Communication with Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/articles/improving-communication-with-your-teenager-2/) - As I’ve interacted with hundreds of parents over the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that if you are having trouble communicating with your teen, you are in the vast majority. So, if you are looking for ways to improve communication with your teen, here are five of my top tips… 1. Make mealtime family
- [How to Have a Happy (Less-Stressful) Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-have-a-happy-less-stressful-thanksgiving-2/) - Like many, Thanksgiving Day is one of my favorite holidays on the calendar. Also like many, it has also been one of the busiest, most stressful, and most tiring days of the year for my wife and me. This was true the first year that I decided to prepare a smoked turkey on my back
- [The Importance of Being a Faith-Focused Family](https://homeword.com/articles/the-importance-of-being-a-faith-focused-family-2/) - Disturbing findings about teens and faith in recent years reveal that a majority of high school graduates do not attend church the following year. While youth ministry experts point to several reasons for the phenomenon and seek answers that might change this downhill trend, Richard Ross, Ph.D., professor of student ministry at Southwestern Baptist Seminary,
- [Couples Devotional: Servant Love or Selfish Love?](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-servant-love-or-selfish-love-2/) - Serve one another in love. —Galatians 5:13 Helen and Lee have one of the finest marriages we know of. They are in their late sixties, and there is still a sparkle in their eyes as they look at each other. They constantly hold hands, and you can tell their love has grown over the years,
- [Mistakes That Can Sink Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/mistakes-that-can-sink-your-marriage-2/) - Let's face it. There are no perfect marriages and certainly no perfect spouses. Every marriage goes through problems and challenges. I've often claimed that Cathy and I have a "high maintenance" marriage. For the record, I believe we have a great marriage and I'm so thankful for it! But what I'm saying is that our
- [Why Dating Your Spouse is Good for the Whole Family](https://homeword.com/articles/why-dating-your-spouse-is-good-for-the-whole-family-2/) - Life these days moves at a pretty hectic pace. And, in all honesty, I don't think that's a good thing. But what concerns me more than just the busyness of life, however, is the fact that so many parents--even Christians--seem to be of the mind that all of this "activity" is somehow actually beneficial. When
- [Be a AAA Parent](https://homeword.com/articles/be-a-aaa-parent-2/) - When I'm asked about what parents can do every day (besides praying) to make a huge difference in their kids' lives, I tell them three things that can make them "AAA Parents." Affection. Everyone needs affection to thrive, but kids want affection from their parents. I'm convinced that one of the reasons teenagers become sexually
- [Is Halloween a Trick or a Treat?](https://homeword.com/articles/is-halloween-trick-or-treat-2/) - At HomeWord, we receive questions from time to time about Halloween, most of which are along the lines of, "Should parents allow their kids to participate in Halloween activities or not?" It's a noble question and reflects the wide and varied beliefs held by those in the Christian faith community. On one end of the spectrum
- [Watch Your Tone!](https://homeword.com/articles/watch-your-tone-2/) - When it comes to communication, even more important than words is the tone that accompanies them. You've most likely heard the phrase, "It's not what you said; it's how you said it." That's a very true statement connected to tone. If you want to succeed in your marriage communication, you've got to make sure you don't become tone
- [Couples Devotional: No Regrets](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-no-regrets-2/) - I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. --2 Timothy 4:7 NLT Thomas Carlyle, a great British author in the nineteenth century, was already well established in his career when he married another writer, Jane Welsh. Obsessed with his writing, though, he took little time to nurture
- [52 Faith Conversations for Families](https://homeword.com/articles/52-faith-conversations-for-families/) - Many parents desire to have a regular family "devotional" time but struggle with how to make it work for them, in terms of both structure and content. We want to help. So, we've created a resource in which parents will find 52 separate faith conversations for leading their family in discussions and study about God
- [Size Matters: 25 Ways to Go Small](https://homeword.com/articles/size-matters-25-ways-to-go-small/) - During the junior high years, every male learns the phrase “size-matters,” and it becomes the source of many male-oriented jokes and innuendos long into adulthood. Let me set the record straight… size DOES matter. Research points to the fact that women prefer small. Wives prefer their husbands become proficient at mastering small, but meaningful acts
- [Pornography: The New Narcotic](https://homeword.com/articles/pornography-the-new-narcotic/) - A recent report, The New Narcotic* by Morgan Bennett, published online by the Witherspoon Institute highlights the dangerous and insidious nature of Internet pornography within the culture your kids are growing up in. Bennett writes that neurological research has revealed the effect of Internet pornography on the human brain is just as potent--if not more
- [Discipleship and Mountain Biking: Who Needs a Coach?](https://homeword.com/articles/discipleship-and-mountain-biking-who-needs-a-coach/) - A few years ago, my doctor didn’t tell me to begin mountain biking, but he did say, “You’ve better find some type of exercise program that you like or you’re going to die.” (I’m not sure those were his exact words, but they’re close.) Then, I was dumb enough to tell my wife what my
- [101 Creative Date Ideas](https://homeword.com/articles/101-creative-date-ideas/) - Working on building friendship and fun in your marriage isn't difficult. It just takes some intentional focus and the choice to make dating your spouse a priority in your schedule. Dates can be elaborate (and costly) or simple (and inexpensive). The choice is yours. The important thing is to plan dates that you and your
- [Seven Ways to Show the People You Lead That You Value Them](https://homeword.com/articles/seven-ways-to-show-the-people-you-lead-that-you-value-them/) - I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the concept of value. Value is so very important to the health of individuals and the success of organizations and ministries! It’s my belief that most volunteers don’t leave ministries, they leave leaders. Typically, they leave leaders who don’t express value. If you’re a senior pastor, a youth
- [The Problem Solving Process in Counseling Teenagers](https://homeword.com/articles/the-problem-solving-process-in-counseling-teenagers/) - "No one ever told me I would spend so much time counseling teenagers in my youth ministry" is an often-heard cry. A large part of youth work is counseling. Some youth workers feel comfortable with counseling, but most are terrified. The truth is that as a youth worker you are a counselor. You are perhaps
- [Is Your Marriage Drifting or Connected?](https://homeword.com/articles/is-your-marriage-drifting-or-connected/) - I used to walk our golden retriever, Hobie, most days early in the morning at the Dana Point Harbor near our home. One day, Hobie and I were strolling along the water and an older couple was walking toward me holding hands. They looked so very happy. Having done a considerable amount of writing and
- [In Marriage, Listening Never Leads to Regrets](https://homeword.com/articles/in-marriage-listening-never-leads-to-regrets/) - Like most, I have some significant regrets in my marriage! They are mostly verbal regrets. I've said things to my wife in the last 30 years that I wish I could take back. Too often, I've used misguided words that stung and wounded her. I feel terrible about those moments and unfortunately I can't take
- [10 “I Can Do That” Steps Toward Developing Student Leaders](https://homeword.com/articles/10-i-can-do-that-steps-toward-developing-student-leaders/) - While some youth ministry experts don’t believe that developing student leaders is a good idea (the theory being that student leadership programs add to the students already existing pressures), it’s no secret that I’m a big fan of student leadership and in helping students explore their giftedness and serve in ministry. I’ve been asked about
- [What is Family-Based Ministry?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-is-family-based-ministry/) - I've read (and enjoyed) most books written on the subject of family-based youth ministry. In fact, I can still remember reading Mark DeVries' book, Family-Based Youth Ministry, the very week it was first published. I said at the time and still maintain today, Mark's book presents a most important paradigm for a holistic ministry. However,
- [Adolescent Research: Kids Still Sexting](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-kids-still-sexting/) - Several current studies have found that despite broad informational and educational efforts to warn kids about the consequences of sexting (sending semi-nude or nude photos by smartphone), today's teenagers are still sexting. Researchers are still attempting to get a handle on how widespread sexting is among teens --- and further research is needed --- but
- [Fleeing From Insidious Porn](https://homeword.com/articles/fleeing-from-insidious-porn/) - I was walking through the Beatitudes with my 9th grade small group, and we came across the dreaded passage from Matthew 5:28, "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." After we talked about it a bit, I made what I thought
- [Social Media: Can It Lead to Mental Illness?](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-can-it-lead-to-mental-illness/) - It's not uncommon for teens who drink, abuse substances, or have behavior problems to be perceived as having a high risk of mental health problems. But according to a recent study published in the journal World Psychiatry, there's another combination of behaviors that while "invisible," can also lead to mental health issues. According to the
- [A Bad Fad - The Fire Challenge](https://homeword.com/articles/a-bad-fad-the-fire-challenge/) - This summer, while many people have taken the "Ice-Bucket Challenge" to raise money for ALS research, another fad has been trending among teenagers, but this one is simply disturbing and dangerous. It's called the Fire Challenge. A quick YouTube search for the phrase "fire challenge" turns up tens of thousands of videos. In the videos,
- [Focus on Tech - New Phone Apps Give Parents More Control](https://homeword.com/articles/focus-on-tech-new-phone-apps-give-parents-more-control/) - In recent months, two new phone apps that give parents more control over their teenagers' lives have been released. Mamabear is an app that was created to give parents an "all-in-one worry-free parenting" solution, providing the capability to continually track kids' locations, driving habits, and social media interactions. Mamabear provides info on photo tags, mentions,
- [Making Your Home Safe and Secure Through A.W.E.](https://homeword.com/articles/making-your-home-safe-and-secure-through-a-w-e/) - A home filled with generous amounts of affection, warmth, and encouragement (A.W.E.) is a home that will be a safe and secure place to live. At almost every age, children go through stages of testing your authority as well as trying out their judgment and independence. While there's not much you can do to change
- [An Introduction to Generation Z (aka, Your Teen)](https://homeword.com/articles/an-introduction-to-generation-z-aka-your-teen/) - When you think of today's teens you might assume that they all belong to the Millennial generation. But while Millennials will continue to influence culture for decades to come, if you are now raising teens, it's likely that they belong to Generation Z, a new and emerging generation of teenagers. Even though research into Gen
- [10 Ways to Deal With Criticism](https://homeword.com/articles/10-ways-to-deal-with-criticism/) - Having worked for 29-years as a pastor, I’ve been brought face-to-face with all types of criticism. In my early years of ministry, people actually had to be intentional with criticism because it usually required an investment of time to write and mail letters. Today, email allows critical people instant access to attack your heart. Given
- [12 Accountability Questions for Leaders](https://homeword.com/articles/12-accountability-questions-for-leaders/) - Recently, Jim Burns and I were talking about some of the men and women we know who have flamed-out/crashed-and-burned/failed in ministry. Of those we know personally, it's pretty easy to point to the fact that they don't have real friends asking the tough questions. They were busy leaders who were doing ministry alone. What about
- [Empty Nest? Not So Fast](https://homeword.com/articles/empty-nest-not-so-fast/) - If you find yourself in the midst of parenting a teenager today, you might already be dreaming and even planning your new life of freedom once the chicks leave the nest. That bedroom your teen has been hogging all this time is just a few years away from becoming a den, craft room, or man
- [Tips for Refreshing Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/tips-for-refreshing-spiritual-intimacy-in-your-marriage/) - Most couples not only do not have a plan to grow together spiritually…they don’t even talk about it. Some time ago, we polled married couples on various areas of their marital satisfaction. I wasn’t surprised that the area we found couples least satisfied was that of spiritual intimacy. One spouse noted, “We both have a
- [Four Principles for Raising Your Kids While Doing Ministry](https://homeword.com/articles/four-principles-for-raising-your-kids-while-doing-ministry/) - When I was a young minister, I feared that ministry would wound my family. I had heard numerous stories of the crazed “PK” (pastor’s kid) who was out of control—they were common stories. Today, our kids are adults and all love Jesus, the church, and their family. Raising our kids in ministry worked for us
- [Adolescent Research: Strong Religious Worldviews Linked to Fewer At-Risk Behaviors](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-strong-religious-worldviews-linked-to-fewer-at-risk-behaviors/) - A recent study by researchers from the University of Florida and published by the American Psychological Association found that religious teens display a stronger sense of worldview than nonreligious teens, and are less likely to report use of drugs and alcohol. Researchers defined "worldview" as "an explanatory way of seeing the world," and they were
- [Preparing Yourself for Relational Ministry](https://homeword.com/articles/preparing-yourself-for-relational-ministry/) - One of the major concerns of my life is the high turnover of youth workers in youth ministry. The odds are high that most of the youth workers in churches today will not be in the same church two years from now. Furthermore, the majority of the volunteers won't be involved in the youth group
- [Social Media Update: Is Live Streaming the Next Big Thing?](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-update-is-live-streaming-the-next-big-thing/) - When it comes to technology and digital communication, what is popular today is likely to fall out of favor or become obsolete in the not-too-distant future. Social media is no different. Today's teenagers are still using Facebook, messaging apps, image posting apps, and ephemeral apps (like Snapchat). But in this era of ever-changing technology, these
- [Adolescent Research: Moderate Video Gameplay Makes Kids Smarter](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-moderate-video-gameplay-makes-kids-smarter/) - Over the years we've heard about the probable role of video gameplay in leading to negative outcomes such as obesity and the dumbing down of today's teenagers. We've read of kids addicted to video games, locking themselves in dark bedrooms playing hours upon hours at a time. While that type of scenario is surely not
- [How Friendly is Your Ministry to Parents?](https://homeword.com/articles/how-friendly-is-your-ministry-to-parents/) - These days, there is a lot of talk about how youth ministries can become more family-friendly. If we want to help families' succeed and thrive, our ministries must think of practical ways that clearly send the message, "we care about you." Here are five practical ideas: 1. OVER-COMMUNICATE. Life is busy in the home! Teenagers
- [Guest Post by Dr. Kara Powell: Four Parenting Steps to Avoid Sibling Comparison This School Year](https://homeword.com/articles/guest-post-by-dr-kara-powell-four-parenting-steps-to-avoid-sibling-comparison-this-school-year/) - JB Note: We at Homeword are fans of the Sticky Faith family resources emerging from the Fuller Youth Institute. In the midst of their new Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family book and Sticky Faith Family Training video curriculum, we are thrilled to partner with Dr. Kara Powell from the Fuller Youth Institute to offer
- [Guest Post by Kenny Luck: A Sexual Revelation - Teens Hiding Their Sexual Reality From Parents](https://homeword.com/articles/guest-post-by-kenny-luck-a-sexual-revelation-teens-hiding-their-sexual-reality-from-parents/) - JB Note: My friend Kenny Luck is the Founder and President of Every Man Ministries which helps churches worldwide to develop and grow healthy men's communities with the goal to end child abuse, fatherlessness and protect women and children. Kenny has recently written an important article for parents about the need for intentional, positive sex
- [How to Remove a Volunteer](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-remove-a-volunteer/) - I hate to even write on this subject, but it's one of the most frequently asked questions when I teach on developing volunteers. Always, someone sheepishly asks, "Uh...well...I have this one leader...and...well, she's been there a long time...and...uh...well..." Since I've heard the same scenario a thousand times I'll say, "And you want to get rid
- [Marriage Research: Troubled Marriage, Broken Heart?](https://homeword.com/articles/marriage-research-troubled-marriage-broken-heart/) - A recent study published in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior found that older couples who find themselves in troubled marriages --- particularly female spouses --- are at higher risk for heart disease than couples in a good marriage. The findings, from the first nationally representative study of its kind, suggest the need for
- [Is Sex Before Marriage a Struggle?](https://homeword.com/articles/is-sex-before-marriage-a-struggle/) - If you are engaged to be married, and you find yourself struggling with having sex before marriage, I have three words for you: You. Are. Normal. Because of the love and commitment that you have for your partner, and in this run-up to your marriage, if you weren't struggling with sexual desire for your soon-to-be
- [The "12 Duhs of Christmas" - Family Quiz](https://homeword.com/articles/the-12-duhs-of-christmas-family-quiz/) - We know everything there is to know about Christmas, right? Maybe yes. Maybe no. Here's a fun quiz you might easily share with your family around the dinner table. The quiz has a dozen questions to test your knowledge about Christmas that will help you separate fact from tradition and sometimes, plain fiction. The following
- [New Year's Resolutions Your Family Can Live With](https://homeword.com/articles/new-years-resolutions-your-family-can-live-with/) - I’ve heard it said that a New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. Maybe this is why I’ve never been a big New Year resolution person. I’ve read a statistic that says 55% of Americans either never or only infrequently set New Year’s resolutions. I guess this puts
- [Social Media Update: Teens and "Finstas"](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-update-teens-and-finstas/) - For some teens, one Instagram account isn't enough these days. They are turning to secret Instagram account termed "Finstas" (a combination of the words, "fake" and "Instagram") in order to share more private images and videos with their closest friends. A recent panel of teenagers attending Business Insider's IGNITION conferenced explained why "Finstas" are popular.
- [What is the Biggest Looming but Overlooked Threat to Living Happily Ever After?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-is-the-biggest-looming-but-overlooked-threat-to-living-happily-ever-after/) - When working with engaged couples in premarital counseling, when I've asked the question, What do you think is the biggest looming threat to your living happily ever after together?, I usually hear replies that touch on issues like pornography, affairs, lack of healthy communication, having children, growing distance between spouses, conflict with in-laws, ESPN (!),
- [The Role of Encouragement in Keeping Volunteers](https://homeword.com/articles/the-role-of-encouragement-in-keeping-volunteers/) - My dentist has a plaque on his wall that reads, “You don’t have to floss all your teeth, just the ones you want to keep!” I hate flossing, but I get the point. There’s a similar principle in leading volunteers, “You don’t have to encourage/affirm all your volunteers, just the ones you want to keep!”
- [Adolescent Research: Teens and Pornography - Attitudes and Usage](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-teens-and-pornography-attitudes-and-usage/) - A recent study released by the Josh McDowell Ministry has unveiled current findings about teens and young adults, and pornography. According to the ministry's press release, the study is the "most comprehensive, in-depth and wide-ranging study to date on pornography among the American population." Key findings of the new study included: • Twice as many young
- [Adolescent Research: Texting Affects Girls More Negatively Than Boys](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-texting-affects-girls-more-negatively-than-boys/) - It's no surprise that today's teenagers view texting apps as their most popular form of communication. A recent study from the American Psychological Association was conducted to gauge differences and affects of the way boys and girls text. Among the findings: • Both boys and girls send about the same number of texts daily. •
- [How Self-Care Can Improve Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/how-self-care-can-improve-your-marriage/) - In order to make your marriage a top priority, you will have to take the necessary steps and work through some issues. The starting point may surprise you, though. Don't begin by focusing on your relationship. Instead, take a deeper look at your own life. Self-care can be the first step to moving your marriage
- [Guest Post by Sara Kuljis: How to Choose a Summer Camp for Your Child](https://homeword.com/articles/guest-post-by-sara-kuljis-how-to-choose-a-summer-camp-for-your-child/) - JB Note: My friend Sara Kuljis is the Executive Director of Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp. Along with her husband Steve, Sara has been at helm of YSSC since 1998. She has served on the board of the American Camp Association, Southern California/Hawaii Section, and is a frequent speaker and trainer for the Association. In the following article, Sara
- [10 Ways to Transform Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/10-ways-to-transform-your-marriage/) - Too many couples settle for mediocrity in their marriage, when they would never settle for second best in other areas of their lives. With so many demands on their time and energy, many husbands and wives unintentionally neglect their relationship, suffering the effects of neglect, just the same. A marriage that is a true union
- [Social Media: Selfies](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-selfies/) - One of the most dominant features of recent social media has been the selfie, and they remain extremely popular among teenagers today, especially with females. Selfies are much more than a passing fad these days. They are an established part of the fabric of youth culture. According to the Oxford American English Dictionary, a selfie (noun; pronounced
- [Five Tips for Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/five-tips-for-resolving-conflict-in-your-marriage/) - When it comes to marital conflict, read my lips: Not all problems are resolvable! I wish more marriage experts would just tell us that from the beginning. Some problems we face are perpetual. These are problems that will always be in our lives in one form or another. You will have issues in your relationship
- [What is Domestic Violence?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-is-domestic-violence/) - The following article is reposted in its entirety from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) website. Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another. It includes physical violence, sexual violence,
- [Signs of an Abusive Partner](https://homeword.com/articles/signs-of-an-abusive-partner/) - The following article is reposted in its entirety from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) website. For anonymous, confidential help available 24/7, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) now. Anyone can be an abuser. They come from all groups, all cultures, all religions, all economic levels, and all backgrounds.
- [Dynamics of Abuse](https://homeword.com/articles/dynamics-of-abuse/) - The following article is reposted in its entirety from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) website. For anonymous, confidential help available 24/7, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) now. Anyone can be a victim of domestic violence. There is NO "typical victim." Victims of domestic violence comes from all
- [Understanding Why Victims Stay](https://homeword.com/articles/understanding-why-victims-stay/) - The following article is reposted in its entirety from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) website. For anonymous, confidential help available 24/7, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) now. When it is a viable option, it is best for victims to do what they can to escape their abusers.
- [Do You Think You're Being Abused?](https://homeword.com/articles/do-you-think-youre-being-abused/) - The following article is reposted in its entirety from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) website. For anonymous, confidential help available 24/7, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) now. Look over the following questions. Think about how you are being treated and how you treat your partner. Remember, when
- [Put Down the Gadgets!](https://homeword.com/articles/put-down-the-gadgets/) - Comedian Will Ferrell once tweeted, "Before you get married, ask yourself: is this the person you want to watch stare at their phone the rest of your life?" This is comical because it's so close to the truth--and I see this type of behavior between couples frequently. I realize that this is going to put
- [Social Media: Why Snapchat is Important to Teens](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-why-snapchat-is-important-to-teens/) - What's your teenager's favorite social media platform? For most U.S. teens, the answer is Snapchat. According to the semi-annual "Taking Stock With Teens" study for the Spring 2016, Snapchat became the most popular social media network among teenagers, overtaking Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. If you haven't been keeping up with Snapchat since it debuted in
- [What Does a Healthy Parent of a Teen Look Like?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-does-a-healthy-parent-of-a-teen-look-like/) - Today, when adolescent specialists get together, it is not unusual for them to spend more time and concern on parenting issues than on the teens themselves. There has been an extreme shift in the parenting styles of moms and dads, not to mention the culture in which our kids are living. Unfortunately, far too many
- [Date Your Spouse Weekly](https://homeword.com/articles/date-your-spouse-weekly/) - At marriage conferences, we'll ask how many couples have a weekly date, and it's saddening to see only a few raised hands. Then we ask, "How many of you had weekly dates when you were dating and engaged?" Boom! Most everyone raises quickly raises their hands and sheepishly glances at each other with the look
- [Watch Out for the Drift!](https://homeword.com/articles/watch-out-for-the-drift/) - We both live in Southern California and have had the privilege of growing up around the beach. More times than we can recall, we've gone into the ocean to cool off or to play or to ride a wave, and before we know it, the undercurrent has shifted us down the beach. If you have
- [10 Reasons (Excuses) Not to Date Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/articles/10-reasons-excuses-not-to-date-your-spouse/) - In the last few years I’ve spoken at more marriage events/retreats than I have in the past 10 years and it’s easy to see that many people struggle and get discouraged when they try to explain their own lack of effort in dating and romancing their spouse. The truth is, good marriages aren’t accidental. They
- [Social Media: Digital Self-Harm - A Cry for Help](https://homeword.com/articles/social-media-digital-self-harm-a-cry-for-help/) - In recent years, much attention has been paid to the insidious nature of bullying and cyberbullying along with its spectrum of damaging consequences on kids. Online cruelty, put-downs, and threats are the arena for cyberbullying and we are aware of the ease at which social media can spread the messages far and wide. You may have
- [Keeping the Spark in Your Marriage Alive](https://homeword.com/articles/keeping-the-spark-in-your-marriage-alive/) - It has often been said that the best thing you can do for your children is to love your spouse. At times, this means putting your spouse’s needs before your children’s. Many children who grew up in a home where the parents had a child-focused marriage say they have a difficult time knowing what a
- [Tips for Creating a Great Family Christmas](https://homeword.com/articles/tips-for-creating-a-great-family-christmas/) - For many of us, Christmastime is anticipated with both joy and anxiety. Sure, we love the celebrations, the family traditions, and we cherish the memories of holidays gone by; but along with them, we add the stresses of preparation, expectations, and the fear of letdowns or family squabbles that we have experienced in the past.
- [Kiss to Keep Your Hearts Connected](https://homeword.com/articles/kiss-to-keep-your-hearts-connected/) - Here's a fact: happy marriages kiss more often. Kissing is like throwing logs on the fire—it helps to keep the relational connection and the physical passion alive and burning. Kissing fosters a sense of security and actually is known to produce a physiologically healthy link to happiness. When you kiss your spouse, your body releases
- [How to Handle Cyberbullying with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-handle-cyberbullying-with-your-kids/) - Bullying is part of the cultural landscape for adolescents today, even as it has been in previous generations. Some teenagers are still bullied in person--a 2014 study found that while in-school bullying among teens has been decreasing over time, ten percent of students have been bullied at school.¹ But methods of bullying have expanded into
- [Christmastime is Here. Don't Just Survive, Celebrate!](https://homeword.com/articles/christmas-dont-just-survive-celebrate/) - When I was a child, it seemed like forever for the next Christmas to get here. Now, as an adult, when Christmas approaches, it seems like I just finished last year's Christmas activities. Actually, the truth is, I just finished paying for last year's Christmas activities. So, now it's Christmastime again, and I'm already tired
- [Make the Serious Choice to Have Fun in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/make-the-serious-choice-to-have-fun-in-your-marriage/) - There's no doubt you've heard the expression "Laughter is good medicine." That same idea is also found in Scripture: "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength." (Proverbs 17:22 NLT) We believe with all our hearts that this is also a truism for marriage. This may sound like an
- [Creating a Media-Safe Home](https://homeword.com/articles/creating-a-media-safe-home/) - For better or worse, media has a powerful influence in our kids' lives! Today's media sends nonstop communication, delivering its voice through television, movies, Internet, music, magazines, books, computers, smartphones, tablets, and more. Frankly, it is impossible for parents to have control over every message that is being sent to our kids. Because parents can't
- [Inject A.W.E. into Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/inject-a-w-e-into-your-marriage/) - My wife Cathy and I have been married for 45 years. I truly am a fortunate person. Yet, we describe our marriage as "high-maintenance." This means we have to constantly work at keeping our marriage healthy. Marriage doesn't come easy for us. Perhaps you can relate. Creating intimacy in marriage takes work. It's easy to
- [Adolescent Research: More Teens Embracing, Using Marijuana](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-teens-embracing-marijuana/) - A recent study published in the American Journal of Public Health* finds that as the legal use of recreational marijuana by adults expands across the country, the number of American teenagers using the drug is growing as well. The study examined federal health data on more than 200,000 high school students from 1991 through 2017,
- [Adolescent Research: Late 2019 Update on E-Cigarettes, Vaping and Teenagers](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-late-2019-update-ecigarettes-vaping-and-teenagers/) - Despite declines in teen cigarette use over recent years, parents should be aware that teen use of e-cigarettes has become part of today's youth culture scene. An e-cigarette is a device that turns nicotine, flavorings and other chemicals into an inhalable vapor. The use of e-cigarettes is known as "vaping," and users are known as
- [Five 2020 New Year's Resolutions Your Family Can Live With](https://homeword.com/articles/five-2020-new-years-resolutions-your-family-can-live-with/) - It's been said that a New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. Maybe this is why many people don't participate in the annual ritual. One survey found that 55% of Americans either never or only infrequently set New Year's resolutions and that only 8% of Americans are always
- [Taking Your Kids from Selfish to Selfless](https://homeword.com/articles/taking-your-kids-from-selfish-to-selfless/) - As kids move from childhood to adulthood, part of the natural adolescent development process includes a focus on self. This focus makes sense from a development standpoint, as kids begin to become aware of themselves as individuals and experience new social and cultural dynamics. Generally, kids don't want to stick out in a crowd; so,
- [Avoiding the Crash](https://homeword.com/articles/avoiding-the-crash/) - Several years ago, a big-city commuter train crashed, killing several and seriously injuring hundreds of people. The train was traveling too fast in a location that required it to go slow. When investigators looked into the accident, they made three observations that should have prevented the devastation: 1. A comparable crash had already taken place
- [The Couple that Prays Together](https://homeword.com/articles/the-couple-that-prays-together/) - Note from Jim Burns: Dr. David Stoop is one of my favorite people on the planet. As with this blog post, he is incredibly helpful when it comes to healthy relationships. I want to report the results of a fascinating research project led by Christopher Ellison at the University of Texas, San Antonio. and reported
- [Adolescent Research: Family Environment Impacts Kids' Future](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-family-environment-impacts-kids-future/) - Two studies provide good reminders for parents that the family life your child experiences now significantly impacts her or his future life as an adult. In one study, researchers from the University of Alberta examined data from 2,970 people who were interviewed at three stages of life from adolescence to young adulthood spanning ages 12
- [Four Tips to Better Understand Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/articles/four-tips-to-better-understand-your-teenager/) - Adolescence, even for the most fortunate young person, is still a difficult season of life. Kids are dealing with a lot of pain, stress, and change in their lives. It is our responsibility as parents to acknowledge this reality. We must not ignore what our kids are experiencing. Rather, we must be proactive in helping
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Phillips: Fathers and Sons: The Passage into Manhood – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-phillips-fathers-and-sons-the-passage-into-manhood-part-1/) - Dads with sons are in a unique position of being able to make a difference that will shape the destiny of the next generation.
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Phillips: Fathers and Sons: The Passage into Manhood – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-phillips-fathers-and-sons-the-passage-into-manhood-part-2/) - The influence father has on the life of his sons can impact the culture for generations to come.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-1/) - The media is filled with sex-saturated images that can lead some kids to believe that “everyone is doing it.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-2/) - Kids are growing up in a culture where it seems like sex is everywhere.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 3](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-3/) - Sexual purity involves more than just saying “no” to intercourse.
- [The High Call of Parenting](https://homeword.com/articles/the-high-call-of-parenting/) - If you have children, then regardless of your own career or ministry aspirations and activities, one of God’s primary callings on your life is that of godly parenting! This is a tremendously important and high calling! Parents are called not only to nurture their children to become independent and functioning adults, but to impart to
- [Adolescent Research: Sleep is Key for Surviving Adolescence](https://homeword.com/articles/sleep-is-key-for-surviving-adolescence/) - Could it be that adequate sleep is the ‘magic pill’ that helps kids survive adolescence? Could it really be that simple? It’s not likely that simple, but there does appear to be a protective effect against some significant adolescent issues for teenagers who receive adequate sleep. A review of research involving teens and the sleep
- [Marriage Research: Porn Doubles Chance of Divorce in Two Years](https://homeword.com/articles/marriage-research-porn-doubles-chance-of-divorce-in-two-years/) - A 2016 study from the University of Oklahoma found that beginning to watch pornography doubles the chance that a marriage will end in divorce within the following two years. The study, "Till Porn Do Us Part? Longitudinal Effects of Pornography Use on Divorce" analyzed data collected from interviews with thousands of American adults in two-year
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gregston: Help for Kids in Crisis - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gregston-help-for-kids-in-crisis-part-1/) - Many kids are facing crisis situations like eating disorders . . . and drug and alcohol abuse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gregston: Help for Kids in Crisis - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gregston-help-for-kids-in-crisis-part-2/) - No parent ever thinks their child will face a crisis because of drug or alcohol abuse . . . cutting . . . or an eating disorder.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Creating the Family You’ve Always Wanted – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-creating-the-family-youve-always-wanted-part-1/) - Over the years, many media-created families have been looked upon as “ideal.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Creating the Family You’ve Always Wanted – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-creating-the-family-youve-always-wanted-part-2/) - Just about everyone comes from some kind of dysfunctional family.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend on Boundaries and Teens - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-on-boundaries-and-teens-part-1-2/) - The teenage years are tough for kids – but they can be even more difficult for the parents who are trying to raise them!
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend on Boundaries and Teens - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-on-boundaries-and-teens-part-2-2/) - As a noted psychologist and author, Dr. John Townsend knows which theories are best for setting healthy boundaries for teens.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chip Ingram: Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chip-ingram-raising-positive-kids-in-a-negative-world-part-1-2/) - We live in a culture that projects some pretty negative images of character attributes that are actually of benefit to our children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chip Ingram: Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chip-ingram-raising-positive-kids-in-a-negative-world-part-2-2/) - A recent survey of 8-to-12 year olds found that more than half of the kids questioned did not believe they had any hope for the future.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Substance Abuse and Your Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-substance-abuse-and-your-kids-part-1/) - Christian therapist Sharon Hersh was stunned to discover that her teenage daughter was into “binge drinking.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Substance Abuse and Your Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-substance-abuse-and-your-kids-part-2/) - Kids today are growing up in a culture that places enormous pressure on them to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lee Strobel: Making the Case for Christ - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lee-strobel-making-the-case-for-christ-part-1/) - “If you were ever put on trial for being Christians, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” That familiar question is one every parent needs to confront.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lee Strobel: Making the Case for Christ - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lee-strobel-making-the-case-for-christ-part-2/) - You don’t have to be a Bible scholar to be able to “make the case for Christ” – especially with your kids!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Pride: When the Drug War Hits Home – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-pride-when-the-drug-war-hits-home-part-1-2/) - Matt Pride was a good kid. But once he experimented with marijuana, he became addicted – and his addiction turned his whole family upside down.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Pride: When the Drug War Hits Home – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-pride-when-the-drug-war-hits-home-part-2-2/) - Most of us parents do the best we can to educate our kids about the dangers of drug addiction.
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam McLane: Helping Your Kids Navigate Life Online – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-mclane-helping-your-kids-navigate-life-online-part-1-2/) - Kids spend the majority of their days connected to some form of social media – but how can parents be sure that they’re staying safe in the virtual world?
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam McLane: Helping Your Kids Navigate Life Online – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-mclane-helping-your-kids-navigate-life-online-part-2-2/) - If you’re the parent of a teen or pre-teen, your children are “digital natives.” The internet is a way of life for them!
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: Teaching Your Kids Manners – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-teaching-your-kids-manners-part-1-2/) - Parenting young children can be a challenge – especially when it comes to teaching them to mind!
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: Teaching Your Kids Manners – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-teaching-your-kids-manners-part-2-2/) - Taming your family “zoo” is important – but how can we correct behavior without crushing character?
- [HomeWord Daily: Danny Holland: Helping Your Kids Map Their Future - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-danny-holland-helping-your-kids-map-their-future-part-1/) - A growing number of young children are feeling less and less confident about what their future holds.
- [HomeWord Daily: Danny Holland: Helping Your Kids Map Their Future - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-danny-holland-helping-your-kids-map-their-future-part-2/) - Kids today have so many options for how their lives can turn out. That’s why it’s up to us, their parents, for giving them the direction they need to chart their course.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: How and When to Talk to Your Kids about Sex – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-how-and-when-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sex-part-1-2/) - Sex was God’s idea. He created it – and on this edition of HOMEWORD, Dr. Jim Burns discusses some practical tips for us parents to teach these principles to our children in an age-appropriate fashion.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: How and When to Talk to Your Kids about Sex - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-how-and-when-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sex-part-2/) - Kids are growing up in a sex-saturated culture. But on this edition of HOMEWORD, Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion on how to use age-appropriate techniques to talk about this issue in a healthy way
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-1-4/) - Many couples try in vain to avoid conflict in their marriages – but did you know that a “good fight” can actually make things better?
- [Minimize the Little Annoyances in Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/minimize-the-little-annoyances-in-marriage/) - It's obvious there are some marriage issues that are so big they cannot be ignored. Left unresolved, these large and painful issues can and will destroy a marriage. Similarly, there are some little things in marriage, which if ignored, can also lead to big issues. In this post however, I'm not going to refer to any of these
- [Traits of Poor Communication in Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/traits-of-poor-communication-in-marriage/) - The trait that is most closely linked to the success or failure of your marriage is your ability to communicate. Dr. John Gottman is one of the world's leading experts on marriage. He claims that he often can determine if a couple is on the road to divorce by observing them interact on an issue
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-2-3/) - If you keep having “the same argument” over and over again with your spouse, the problem isn’t that you’re always fighting – the problem is you’re not doing it right!
- [HomeWord Daily: Lowe/Fields: Taking Your Marriage from Intervention to Celebration! Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lowe-fields-taking-your-marriage-from-intervention-to-celebration-part-1-2/) - Strained marriages are commonplace in many congregations – but now there is something churches can do to ease this stress!
- [HomeWord Daily: Lowe/Fields: Taking Your Marriage from Intervention to Celebration! Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lowe-fields-taking-your-marriage-from-intervention-to-celebration-part-2-2/) - Even if it seems like your marriage is on life-support, there IS hope! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Doug Fields and Ted Lowe, Founder of MarriedPeople Ministries.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Help and Hope for Desperate Marriages – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-help-and-hope-for-desperate-marriages-part-1-2/) - With the divorce rate hovering around 50%, more and more married couples are feeling the pressure and desperation that comes with trials and struggles.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Help and Hope for Desperate Marriages – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-help-and-hope-for-desperate-marriages-part-2-2/) - Every marriage goes through seasons when the pressures of life seem to hit a bit harder than others. But if you feel as though your marriage has reached the point of desperation, Dr. Jim Burns and Dr. Gary Chapman have some good news for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kay Warren: When Happiness Isn’t Enough – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kay-warren-when-happiness-isnt-enough-part-1-2/) - Kay Warren has endured a number of setbacks in her life. Any one of them would be enough to rob of her happiness. But on this special edition of HOMEWORD, she talks with parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns about how she handles life’s ups and downs “When Happiness Isn’t Enough.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kay Warren: When Happiness Isn’t Enough – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kay-warren-when-happiness-isnt-enough-part-2-2/) - Many people embark on the pursuit of happiness – only to discover that it ultimately doesn’t satisfy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-1-2/) - According to a recent survey, only 2% of teenage girls consider themselves to be “beautiful.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-2-2/) - Young women are called to live lives that are set apart from the world’s low standards.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stones: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stones-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-1/) - When Heather Stone was 13, she went from being a compliant “pastor’s kid” to an angry rebel seemingly overnight.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stones: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stones-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-2/) - If you’re the parent of a rebellious child, check out this powerful conversation featuring Dr. Jim Burns, Pastor Charles Stone and his daughter, Heather – the subject of the book, Daughters Gone Wild, Dads Gone Crazy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerusha Clark: Craving the Life God Chooses for You](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerusha-clark-craving-the-life-god-chooses-for-you-2/) - One of the most common questions people ask is, “What does God want me to do with the rest of my life?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Feeding Your Kids’ Desires – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-feeding-your-kids-desires-part-1/) - God has created each of us with a number of healthy spiritual, emotional and physical “appetites.” But what happens when those desires spiral out of control?
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Feeding Your Kids’ Desires – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-feeding-your-kids-desires-part-2/) - Nearly 20% of our nation’s children are classified as “overweight” or “morbidly obese” -- but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Arch Hart & Catherine Hart Weber: Parenting a Hurting Teen - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-arch-hart-catherine-hart-weber-parenting-a-hurting-teen-part-1-2/) - When your teenager is “in a mood,” how can you tell whether or not she is “stressed or depressed?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Arch Hart & Catherine Hart Weber: Parenting a Hurting Teen - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-arch-hart-catherine-hart-weber-parenting-a-hurting-teen-part-2-2/) - Teens are under more emotional pressure than ever before . . . but there IS hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-drawing-closer-to-your-spouse-and-to-god-part-1/) - The key to experiencing true intimacy in your marriage involves “Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God.” Dr. Jim Burns discusses practical principles for making spiritual intimacy a priority in marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-drawing-closer-to-your-spouse-and-to-god-part-2/) - For nearly 40 years, Jim and Cathy Burns have been partners in marriage and ministry. On this special edition of HOMEWORD, you’ll hear some of the keys they’ve discovered over the years for developing true emotional, physical and spiritual intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeramy and Jerusha Clark: Teaching Your Kids the Basics of Dating – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeramy-and-jerusha-clark-teaching-your-kids-the-basics-of-dating-part-1-2/) - Most parents understand that it’s our responsibility to give our kids positive, value-centered sex education.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeramy and Jerusha Clark: Teaching Your Kids the Basics of Dating – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeramy-and-jerusha-clark-teaching-your-kids-the-basics-of-dating-part-2-2/) - Just because we parents don’t want to talk about it . . . and our kids really don’t know how to define it – that still doesn’t get us off the hook from “Teaching Our Kids the Basics of Dating.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting Rid of Unhealthy Beliefs – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-rid-of-unhealthy-beliefs-part-1-2/) - The starting of a new year is the perfect time to take a long, honest look at the direction in which your life is heading.
- [Six Essentials for Making Discipline Work in Your Home](https://homeword.com/articles/six-essentials-for-making-discipline-work-in-your-home/) - When it comes to discipline, kids probably don’t know that at times, parents are making it up as they go along. Each child has a different personality, and along with it a unique twist on the discipline issue. But, here’s what I tell parents: “Get on the same page.” Consistency is key to raising responsible
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting Rid of Unhealthy Beliefs – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-rid-of-unhealthy-beliefs-part-2-2/) - It’s been said that 10% of our lives are determined by the problems we face – and 90% of our lives are determined by what we think about those circumstances.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Finding Success in the Game of Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-finding-success-in-the-game-of-life-part-1-2/) - As a child, John Ortberg loved to play the board game called Monopoly. And it was while playing this game that he discovered a valuable lesson about “Finding Success in the Game of Life.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Finding Success in the Game of Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-finding-success-in-the-game-of-life-part-2-2/) - What is the key to “Finding Success in the Game of Life?” Discover the spiritual lessons we can learn from playing a popular board game!
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: Experiencing the Difference Courage Makes – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-experiencing-the-difference-courage-makes-part-1-2/) - The Bible says that “perfect love casts out fear.” So we is it so difficult for us to live out?
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: Experiencing the Difference Courage Makes – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-experiencing-the-difference-courage-makes-part-2-2/) - Our kids are growing up in a culture where bullying is becoming more and more common – but your child does not have to be a victim.
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Getting the Most Out of Prayer – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-getting-the-most-out-of-prayer-part-1-2/) - If you feel as though your prayer life has become routine or an empty exercise, author and counselor Dr. Larry Crabb has some good news for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Getting the Most Out of Prayer – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-getting-the-most-out-of-prayer-part-2-2/) - Sometimes prayer can seem like nothing more than a means to an end or a one-sided conversation where you do all the talking.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth: Finding New Life After Your Divorce - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-finding-new-life-after-your-divorce-part-1/) - When divorce hits your home, you may feel as though your life is over.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth: Finding New Life After Your Divorce - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-finding-new-life-after-your-divorce-part-2/) - More than half of all households today have been affected by a divorce . . . but that doesn’t mean there isn’t hope after divorce hits.
- [HomeWord Daily: Angela Thomas: My Single-Mom Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-angela-thomas-my-single-mom-life-part-1/) - While every divorce is different, there are many common emotions divorced women experience – especially if they have children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Angela Thomas: My Single-Mom Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-angela-thomas-my-single-mom-life-part-2/) - Even though she was determined to become the best single mom possible, Angela Thomas still struggled with feelings of guilt, shame and loneliness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Karol Ladd: More Calm and Less Stress for Parents – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karol-ladd-more-calm-and-less-stress-for-parents-part-1/) - If the pressures of life are getting you down, Dr. Jim Burns is giving you permission to “Lighten Up!”
- [HomeWord Daily: Karol Ladd: More Calm and Less Stress for Parents – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karol-ladd-more-calm-and-less-stress-for-parents-part-2/) - Just because the holidays are here doesn’t mean that your family isn’t being affected by too much stress in your home.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Fine-Tune Your Relationships - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-fine-tune-your-relationships-part-1/) - Each one of us has an emotional, physical and psychological “layout” encoded in our DNA.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Fine-Tune Your Relationships - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-fine-tune-your-relationships-part-2/) - In an encore presentation of one of our All-Time Most Popular programs, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns again welcomes Dr. Gary Smalley to HOMEWORD. Their topic – how understanding the “DNA of relationships” will help you fine-tune the relationships most important to you.
- [HomeWord Daily: Linda Mintle: Help for Parents of Overweight Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-linda-mintle-help-for-parents-of-overweight-kids-part-1/) - Many children today are at risk of becoming obese before their 18th birthdays – but there is good news!
- [HomeWord Daily: Linda Mintle: Help for Parents of Overweight Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-linda-mintle-help-for-parents-of-overweight-kids-part-2/) - A recent report indicated that as many as 64% of American adults are overweight – so it should be no surprise that our children are dealing with weight issues also!
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt Larimore: God’s Design for the Highly Healthy Family - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-larimore-gods-design-for-the-highly-healthy-family-part-1/) - There are three components of a “highly healthy family.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt Larimore: God’s Design for the Highly Healthy Family - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-larimore-gods-design-for-the-highly-healthy-family-part-2/) - If you’re looking for ways to maintain and even improve the physical, emotional and spiritual health of your family, you’ll want to pay careful attention to this special edition of HOMEWORD!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Blue: Keys to Financial Freedom - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-blue-keys-to-financial-freedom-part-1-2/) - Hundreds of thousands of families have benefited from the wisdom of Ron Blue and his Mastering Your Money series.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Blue: Keys to Financial Freedom - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-blue-keys-to-financial-freedom-part-2-2/) - Ron Blue is one of the premier authorities in the Church today on stewardship
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Borthwick: Keys to Simplifying Your Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-borthwick-keys-to-simplifying-your-life-part-1/) - We live in a culture that is so packed with good things that sometimes it can seem overwhelming.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Borthwick: Keys to Simplifying Your Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-borthwick-keys-to-simplifying-your-life-part-2/) - The things that used to be considered luxuries are now considered to be necessities in our culture – and that means we’re surrounded by more stuff than ever before!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dan Chun: Finding a Lifelong Partner in Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dan-chun-finding-a-lifelong-partner-in-marriage-part-1/) - More and more Christian singles are “staying on the sidelines” when it comes to love and romance – but they don’t have to!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dan Chun: Finding a Lifelong Partner in Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dan-chun-finding-a-lifelong-partner-in-marriage-part-2/) - If you or someone you know has been “waiting for Mr. or Ms. Right” for too long, you’ll appreciate this conversation with Pastor Dan Chun – author of the new book, How to Pick a Spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Hearing What Your Daughter Isn’t Telling You - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-hearing-what-your-daughter-isnt-telling-you-part-1/) - This generation of parents does a great job of trying to connect with their daughters – but . . . .
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Hearing What Your Daughter Isn’t Telling You - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-hearing-what-your-daughter-isnt-telling-you-part-2/) - Sometimes teen and pre-teenage girls talk so much, their parents wish they would stop talking altogether!
- [HomeWord Daily: Harris Brothers: Inspiring Your Kids to Overcome Complacency – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-harris-brothers-inspiring-your-kids-to-overcome-complacency-part-1-2/) - Our children are growing up in a culture that affords a lot of opportunities . . . but it also can become a breeding ground for laziness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Harris Brothers: Inspiring Your Kids to Overcome Complacency – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-harris-brothers-inspiring-your-kids-to-overcome-complacency-part-2-2/) - During adolescence, some kids become extremely motivated to prepare for adulthood – while others seem to have trouble moving out of the “comfort zone” of youth.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Peel: Extreme Makeover for Desperate Households – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-peel-extreme-makeover-for-desperate-households-part-1/) - Many of us feel as though our houses could use an “extreme makeover.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Peel: Extreme Makeover for Desperate Households – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-peel-extreme-makeover-for-desperate-households-part-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns concludes his two-part conversation with America Online’s Family Coach Kathy Peel.
- [HomeWord Daily: Max Lucado: Finding the Cure for the Common Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-max-lucado-finding-the-cure-for-the-common-life-part-1/) - If you’re going through a season of reflection – and you discover you’re stuck in a rut - you’ll appreciate Dr. Jim Buns’ conversation with best-selling author Max Lucado.
- [HomeWord Daily: Max Lucado: Finding the Cure for the Common Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-max-lucado-finding-the-cure-for-the-common-life-part-2/) - Even though God made you, that doesn’t mean you’re not going to feel ordinary at times.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-1-3/) - Often times the world can’t see the Lord’s influence on our lives because they don’t know where to look.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-2-3/) - When a lonely heart goes searching for God, many times it turns out that “the journey is its own reward.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jon Wallace: Leaders are Born Where Mentors are Found](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jon-wallace-leaders-are-born-where-mentors-are-found/) - Mentoring can make all the difference in the life of a child. And yet, finding a mentor isn’t always easy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathi Lipp: 21 Ways to Connect with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathi-lipp-21-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids/) - Author Kathi Lipp knows the challenges of connecting with hormonal teenagers – and she understands the value of wanting to build relationship with stepchildren.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari - Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-1-2/) - Christina DiMari overcame a childhood of abuse and neglect to become a shining star in God’s eyes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari - Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-2-2/) - As a teenager, Christina DiMari used to go to the beach with her friends to escape the abusive environment in her home.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson - A Wife’s Guide to Understanding Her Husband – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-wifes-guide-to-understanding-her-husband-part-1-2/) - It’s no secret that men and women are different – so why do so many wives expect their husbands to think like women?
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson - A Wife’s Guide to Understanding Her Husband – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-wifes-guide-to-understanding-her-husband-part-2-2/) - Men struggle the most with relationships – an area where women excel! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Rick Johnson about some practical ways for wives to help bridge this gap and improve their marriages.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mike Erre - Recapturing the Wonder of Life with God - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mike-erre-recapturing-the-wonder-of-life-with-god-part-1-2/) - The faith journey can seem like a mystery – but would you be surprised to learn that God is actually more interested in making it even more mysterious?
- [HomeWord Daily: Mike Erre - Recapturing the Wonder of Life with God - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mike-erre-recapturing-the-wonder-of-life-with-god-part-2-2/) - In a culture driven by answers, it might seem unnatural to want a “mysterious experience” with God.
- [HomeWord Daily: Pat Williams - How to Build Character in Your Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pat-williams-how-to-build-character-in-your-kids-part-1-2/) - One of the most valuable gifts you can give your kids is to equip them to make right and wise decisions in their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Pat Williams - How to Build Character in Your Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pat-williams-how-to-build-character-in-your-kids-part-2-2/) - Every child is born with the capacity to live a life of character.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin - Why Men “Check Out” of Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-why-men-check-out-of-marriage-part-1-2/) - Author Paul Coughlin has seen too many guys who are married but not engaged to their wives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin - Why Men “Check Out” of Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-why-men-check-out-of-marriage-part-2-2/) - A growing number of men are physically present in their homes and marriages – but emotionally they abandoned their spouses and families a long time ago!
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn - Confronting the Myths about Marriage and Divorce - 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-confronting-the-myths-about-marriage-and-divorce-1/) - The divorce rate is 50% - right? Dr. Jim Burns talks with author and researcher Shaunti Feldhahn about why this statistic is so often misquoted.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn - Confronting the Myths about Marriage and Divorce - 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-confronting-the-myths-about-marriage-and-divorce-2/) - In spite of media reports to the contrary, there is actually quite a bit of good news about marriage – especially in the Church today!
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Real Talk: Soul to Soul Communication - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-real-talk-soul-to-soul-communication-part-1-2/) - It’s no secret that we were made for relationships . . . but, too often, we judge their quality by how many details we know about a person’s life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Real Talk: Soul to Soul Communication - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-real-talk-soul-to-soul-communication-part-2-2/) - Who better to really understand the “heart issues” of your life than a true friend who knows how to listen from the heart!
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth - How to Balance Work and Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-how-to-balance-work-and-family-part-1-2/) - Bill Butterworth knows how challenging it can be to keep some sort of balance between your career and your personal life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth - How to Balance Work and Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-how-to-balance-work-and-family-part-2-2/) - The breathless pace of modern living can make it difficult for parents to find the right balance between work and family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - An Imperfect Path to a Great Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-an-imperfect-path-to-a-great-family-part-1-2/) - Jim Daly says that he grew up “in a home that put the d in dysfunction.” And yet, God led him from a most unusual upbringing to become the current President of Focus on the family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - An Imperfect Path to a Great Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-an-imperfect-path-to-a-great-family-part-2-2/) - Even though he grew up in a highly dysfunctional home, Jim Daly’s high school football coach led him to Christ – and launched him on a path that eventually resulted in him being named President of Focus on the Family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-becoming-the-father-you-were-meant-to-be-2/) - The number of American children growing up without a father in the home is on the rise – and the number of dads who ARE present in the lives of their kids often lack the confidence to help them out.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud - 10 Tips for Living a Purposeful Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-10-tips-for-living-a-purposeful-life-part-1-2/) - One of the biggest challenges Christians face today is resisting the temptation to repeat old, unhealthy patterns.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud - 10 Tips for Living a Purposeful Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-10-tips-for-living-a-purposeful-life-part-2-2/) - Have you ever wondered why a “nice girl” keeps going out with “jerks?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: When “Mean Girls” Become “Angry Moms” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-when-mean-girls-become-angry-moms-part-1-2/) - Bullying has become more common among teen and pre-teen girls these days . . . but what happens to these “Mean Girls” when they move into adulthood?
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: When “Mean Girls” Become “Angry Moms” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-when-mean-girls-become-angry-moms-part-2-2/) - Sometimes, when a young girl is being bullied, her bully is the daughter of a fellow “mean girl” who never really got over that stage of her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Making Things Right with Those You Love](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-making-things-right-with-those-you-love/) - There are many reasons why apologies don’t come easy for many people – not the least of which is the fact that there are actually 5 “languages of apology.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Eldredge: What Real Manhood Means - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-eldredge-what-real-manhood-means-part-1-2/) - Boys don’t just automatically become men the day they turn 18.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Eldredge: What Real Manhood Means - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-eldredge-what-real-manhood-means-part-2-2/) - John Eldredge has influenced the lives of thousands of men by showing them how to follow the map for the masculine journey.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ray Johnston: Hopeful Living in a Hopeless World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ray-johnston-hopeful-living-in-a-hopeless-world-part-1-2/) - The common ingredient in the life of every thriving person is hope.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ray Johnston: Hopeful Living in a Hopeless World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ray-johnston-hopeful-living-in-a-hopeless-world-part-2-2/) - Pastor Ray Johnston has discovered seven principles that can help restore a sense of hope in your life and relationships.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sean McDowell: Raising Bold Kids in a “Whatever” World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sean-mcdowell-raising-bold-kids-in-a-whatever-world-part-1-2/) - Kids are growing up in a culture that tells them that there is no such thing as absolute truth. As a result, many of them adopt a “whatever” attitude toward life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sean McDowell: Raising Bold Kids in a “Whatever” World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sean-mcdowell-raising-bold-kids-in-a-whatever-world-part-2-2/) - Less than 5 percent of Christian kids live their lives according a biblical worldview – and a lot of their friends are guided by “So what?” attitude.
- [Real Life Answers: Teenage Daughter is Always Depressed and Angry](https://homeword.com/articles/real-life-answers-teenage-daughter-is-always-depressed-and-angry/) - Question: I'm the parent of a teenaged girl. My daughter is always depressed and angry. She has a hard time liking certain people. She has a "her way or no way attitude." Her dad and I have been divorced for a few years now and we're both remarried. She will have nothing to do with
- [HomeWord Daily: Richard Stearns: What Does God Expect of Us? Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-richard-stearns-what-does-god-expect-of-us-part-1-2/) - Each of us is on a journey to discover our purpose in life. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Richard Stearns about how that journey can often reveal our real priorities. “What Does God Expect of Us?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Richard Stearns: What Does God Expect of Us? Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-richard-stearns-what-does-god-expect-of-us-part-2-2/) - More than 1 billion people in the world today have less than $1 available to them to meet all of their physical needs for the next 24 hours.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeff and Brenda Schulte: Being “Trans-Parent” with Your Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeff-and-brenda-schulte-being-trans-parent-with-your-kids-part-1-2/) - As the parents of six children, Pastor Jeff Schulte and his wife, Brenda, know the value of authenticity.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeff and Brenda Schulte: Being “Trans-Parent” with Your Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeff-and-brenda-schulte-being-trans-parent-with-your-kids-part-2-2/) - It's not easy to stay vulnerable and authentic with your kids when you have six of them living at home!
- [HomeWord Daily: Juli Slattery: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Enjoying – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-juli-slattery-what-wives-wish-their-husbands-knew-about-enjoying-part-1-2/) - Many Christian couples face challenges in the area of physical intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Juli Slattery: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Enjoying – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-juli-slattery-what-wives-wish-their-husbands-knew-about-enjoying-part-2-2/) - When a wife grows frustrated in her marriage, often times she pulls away from her husband in hopes that he will somehow “figure out” the source of her unhappiness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-a-womans-guide-to-meeting-god-part-1/) - The key to experiencing true contentment involves truly seeking the Lord.
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-a-womans-guide-to-meeting-god-part-2/) - Many women pursue a relationship with the Lord without ever really meeting Him face to face.
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Tips for Discovering How Your Teen is Wired – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-tips-for-discovering-how-your-teen-is-wired-part-1-2/) - Every child comes “hard-wired” by God with certain strengths, weaknesses, gifts, talents and liabilities.
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Tips for Discovering How Your Teen is Wired – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-tips-for-discovering-how-your-teen-is-wired-part-2-2/) - It’s not easy to have meaningful parent-teen conversations . . . but it IS possible!
- [HomeWord Daily: Todd Cartmell: Defeating Disrespectful Behavior in Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-todd-cartmell-defeating-disrespectful-behavior-in-kids-part-1-2/) - If you were to ask parents what’s the one thing they would change about their kids, the majority would say they like their children to be more respectful.
- [HomeWord Daily: Todd Cartmell: Defeating Disrespectful Behavior in Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-todd-cartmell-defeating-disrespectful-behavior-in-kids-part-2-2/) - One of the biggest challenges facing parents today is teaching children self-respect and common courtesy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary DeMuth: Raising Authentic Kids in a Post-Modern World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-demuth-raising-authentic-kids-in-a-post-modern-world-part-1-2/) - If you’re in your 40’s or 50’s right now, you grew up in a culture that reflected a biblical worldview. However, this attitude is no longer the norm.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Faith Conversations for Families - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-faith-conversations-for-families-part-1-2/) - It’s not easy to get your kids interested in “family devotions.” But Dr. Jim Burns has some practical ways for making “devotion time” fun for your children – and relatively painless for Mom and Dad, too!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Faith Conversations for Families - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-faith-conversations-for-families-part-2-2/) - Many times we parents hear the words, “Family Devotions” and feel we have to start preaching at our children. But there’s a more effective way to impart biblical wisdom!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Becoming a Smart Stepdad – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-becoming-a-smart-stepdad-part-1-2/) - Many dads in blended families might be a bit out of the loop in terms of how to handle their step-children this time of year.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Becoming a Smart Stepdad – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-becoming-a-smart-stepdad-part-2-2/) - Step-parents have a challenging role to play in a blended family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susan Bramel/Teri Gundlach: Why Every Mom Needs a Best Friend - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susan-brammel-teri-gundlach-why-every-mom-needs-a-best-friend-part-1-2/) - Susan Brammel and Teri Gundlach met when their children were very young. As their families grew, so did their friendship.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susan Bramel/Teri Gundlach: Why Every Mom Needs a Best Friend – Pt 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susan-brammel-teri-gundlach-why-every-mom-needs-a-best-friend-pt-2/) - Circumstances brought Susan Brammel and Teri Gundlach together – but it has taken a variety of twists and turns to keep their friendship growing strong.
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam Stadtmiller: Leading Your Kids to a Sustainable Faith – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-stadtmiller-leading-your-kids-to-a-sustainable-faith-part-1-2/) - An alarming number of young adults who grew up in the Church are turning away from faith in Jesus Christ.
- [Five Ways to Build Support Into Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/five-ways-to-build-support-into-your-marriage/) - Does your marriage have built-in support systems that will help it flourish? Every couple needs support! Marriages who have taken steps to identify intentional support systems have a greater chance of marriage success! Here are five support systems that may help keep your marriage strong: 1. Marriage mentors: Couples who are deeper into marriage and
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam Stadtmiller: Leading Your Kids to a Sustainable Faith – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-stadtmiller-leading-your-kids-to-a-sustainable-faith-part-2-2/) - Passing faith on to your children begins when you give them the opportunity to experience God’s presence, love and protection for themselves.
- [HomeWord Daily: Greg Stier: Helping Your Kids Live Their Gospel Journey – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-greg-stier-helping-your-kids-live-their-gospel-journey-part-1-2/) - There’s nothing more inspiring than to see a young person really excited about living out their faith!
- [HomeWord Daily: Greg Stier: Helping Your Kids Live Their Gospel Journey – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-greg-stier-helping-your-kids-live-their-gospel-journey-part-2-2/) - Greg Stier is President of Dare 2 Share Ministries – an organization dedicated to helping kids enjoy the adventure of living out their faith in Jesus Christ.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tim Kimmel: How God’s Grace Makes Us Better Parents - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tim-kimmel-how-gods-grace-makes-us-better-parents-part-1-2/) - It’s no secret that kids tend to thrive in homes where their parents use equal measures of grace and mercy to raise them.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tim Kimmel: How God’s Grace Makes Us Better Parents - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tim-kimmel-how-gods-grace-makes-us-better-parents-part-2-2/) - God’s grace is the one tool necessary for every parent to meet the three essential needs of every child.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Hunt: Tips for Raising Financially Confident Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-hunt-tips-for-raising-financially-confident-kids-part-1-2/) - After 12 years of marriage, Mary Hunt was a wife, a mother – and the proud owner of $100,000 in credit card debt!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Hunt: Tips for Raising Financially Confident Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-hunt-tips-for-raising-financially-confident-kids-part-2-2/) - Is it better for parents to pay for everything their children need – or to put them “on salary?”
- [HomeWord Daily: William Hendricks: A Husband’s Loss, A Family’s Hope - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-william-hendricks-a-husbands-loss-a-familys-hope-part-1/) - When Bill Hendricks found out that his wife, Nancy, had breast cancer, hope was not easy to find.
- [HomeWord Daily: William Hendricks: A Husband’s Loss, A Family’s Hope - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-william-hendricks-a-husbands-loss-a-familys-hope-part-2/) - After 15 years of what seemed like an otherwise “normal marriage,” Bill and Nancy Hendricks found themselves dealing with a diagnosis of terminal cancer.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting the Marriage You Want – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-the-marriage-you-want-part-1-2/) - Best-selling author Gary Smalley says there are six commitments every couple makes that will determine the destiny of their marriage
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting the Marriage You Want – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-the-marriage-you-want-part-2-2/) - Did you know there are six commitments every happily married couple makes that help them get the marriages they want?
- [HomeWord Daily: Robert Paul: Rescuing Your Marriage Relationship – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-robert-paul-rescuing-your-marriage-relationship-part-1-2/) - Conflict in marriage is inevitable – but that doesn’t mean you’re heading for a divorce!
- [HomeWord Daily: Robert Paul: Rescuing Your Marriage Relationship – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-robert-paul-rescuing-your-marriage-relationship-part-2-2/) - If you or someone you know feels as though your marriage is on the brink of divorce, you’ll appreciate Dr. Jim Burns’ continuing conversation with Dr. Robert Paul from the National Institute of Marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-1-4/) - Often times the world can’t see the Lord’s influence on our lives because they don’t know where to look.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-2-4/) - When a lonely heart goes searching for God, often it turns out that “the journey is its own reward.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles Morris: Grasping Grace after the Death of a Child – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-morris-grasping-grace-after-the-death-of-a-child-part-1/) - When his son died from an accidental drug overdose, Charles Morris was left with more questions than answers.
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles Morris: Grasping Grace after the Death of a Child – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-morris-grasping-grace-after-the-death-of-a-child-part-2/) - Jeff Morris spent the bulk of his lifetime taking his family an emotional rollercoaster ride that ultimately resulted in his death.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Keys to Raising Great Teenagers – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-keys-to-raising-great-teenagers-part-1-2/) - In his book called Teenology, Dr. Jim Burns draws on his more than 30 years of youth and family ministry experience to provide parents with a roadmap for helping their kids maneuver through the challenging teen years.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Keys to Raising Great Teenagers - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-keys-to-raising-great-teenagers-part-2-2/) - Joy and laughter; hormones and drama – those are only a few of the extreme emotions a teenager experiences.
- [What Kids Need to Know About Money](https://homeword.com/articles/what-kids-need-to-know-about-money/) - When one of my daughters was seven-years-old, she thought that all one had to do to get money was to go to an ATM and take it out! She was quite surprised to learn that you actually had to have something in the bank to take it out! The sooner parents begin teaching their kids about money, the better
- [Real Life Answers: Alcoholism Runs in Our Family; How Do We Protect Our Kids?](https://homeword.com/articles/real-life-answers-alcoholism-runs-in-our-family-how-do-we-protect-our-kids/) - Question: Many of our family members struggle with alcoholism. How do we prevent our young children from following in their footsteps? Answer: You're terrific. You're asking the right questions at the right time in your kids' lives. Didn't someone once say, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure?" Unfortunately, most parents ask
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: How to Love and Be Loved – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-how-to-love-and-be-loved-part-1-2/) - Is it possible to love someone without really caring for them?
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: How to Love and Be Loved – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-how-to-love-and-be-loved-part-2-2/) - We can’t really love others until we learn how to be honest with ourselves.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-tips-for-reaching-out-to-hyper-connected-kids-part-1/) - Human beings are hard-wired by God for community – but this generation of young people is “hyper-connected” for even more!
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-tips-for-reaching-out-to-hyper-connected-kids-part-2/) - Bob Waliszewski (wall – uh – SHEFF – skee) is the Director of PluggedInOnline for Focus on the Family. He joins parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns for a continuing conversation about “Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Developing Personal Integrity - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-developing-personal-integrity-part-1/) - In a society where “anything goes,” our kids are looking to us to teach them morals and ethics.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Developing Personal Integrity - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-developing-personal-integrity-part-2/) - The key to future success in life is for children to understand the importance of personal integrity at an early age.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-1-3/) - In more than 30 years of youth and family ministry, Dr. Jim Burns has counseled hundreds of parents who’ve all asked him the same question – “Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-2-3/) - Having raised three teenagers of his own, Dr. Jim Burns knows that the teen years can be a challenge for parents sometimes. But on this edition of HOMEWORD, he’ll talk about some practical ways for parents to do more than just survive this special season for their kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 3](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-3-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns concludes his three-part conversation with popular youth ministry leader Wayne Rice about the answer to the question, “Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Munsey: Why Everything About You Matters to God - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-munsey-why-everything-about-you-matters-to-god-part-1/) - Throughout the course of your day, everything you do, think and say has an impact on you – as well as everyone else you come in contact with!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Munsey: Why Everything About You Matters to God - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-munsey-why-everything-about-you-matters-to-god-part-2/) - Have you ever wondered what kind of legacy you are living today . . . and how that will impact the legacy you are leaving for tomorrow?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Tips for Surviving Your Kids’ Adolescence - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-tips-for-surviving-your-kids-adolescence-part-1/) - If you have young kids, it’s inevitable they’ll one day start adolescence – typically around the ages of 10 or 11. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Kevin Leman about the 20 rules parents should follow for helping the entire family get through this foundational season.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Tips for Surviving Your Kids’ Adolescence - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-tips-for-surviving-your-kids-adolescence-part-2/) - Adolescence is a tough season for kids . . . but it can be even more difficult for their parents!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim Brown: Adoption: A Beautiful Way to Build Your Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-brown-adoption-a-beautiful-way-to-build-your-family-part-1/) - In the 1950's, Kim Brown was one of countless Korean orphans adopted by American families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim Brown: Adoption: A Beautiful Way to Build Your Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-brown-adoption-a-beautiful-way-to-build-your-family-part-2/) - Kim Brown is an adult adoptee, and adoptive father and former President of Holt Children's Services which specializes in international adoptions.
- [HomeWord Daily: Daniel Henderson: Overcoming the Consequences of Porn Addiction – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-daniel-henderson-overcoming-the-consequences-of-porn-addiction-part-1/) - Daniel Henderson is a pastor who took the courageous step to confront his congregation about pornography.
- [HomeWord Daily: Daniel Henderson: Overcoming the Consequences of Porn Addiction – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-daniel-henderson-overcoming-the-consequences-of-porn-addiction-part-2/) - If you or someone you know is struggling with pornography, you know how difficult it seems to be able to break free from this trap.
- [HomeWord Daily: Erwin McManus: Living the Future You Were Meant to Live – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-erwin-mcmanus-living-the-future-you-were-meant-to-live-part-1/) - Erwin McManus believes that God creates each of us to be “pre-great.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Erwin McManus: Living the Future You Were Meant to Live – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-erwin-mcmanus-living-the-future-you-were-meant-to-live-part-2/) - There are so many great opportunities for our lives – but sometimes we get so distracted by all of the choices that our lives begin to flounder!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ginger Kolbaba: The Remarried Couple’s Guide to Lasting Love – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ginger-kolbaba-the-remarried-couples-guide-to-lasting-love-part-1/) - Ginger Kolbaba’s wedding day was her first but her husband’s second.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ginger Kolbaba: The Remarried Couple’s Guide to Lasting Love – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ginger-kolbaba-the-remarried-couples-guide-to-lasting-love-part-2/) - Walking down the aisle for the second or third time can bring a new set of challenges to a marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerry Jenkins: Loving Your Marriage Enough to Protect It – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerry-jenkins-loving-your-marriage-enough-to-protect-it-part-1/) - During the next 24 hours, for every two couples who marry, one other will divorce.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerry Jenkins: Loving Your Marriage Enough to Protect It - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerry-jenkins-loving-your-marriage-enough-to-protect-it-part-2/) - Pornography and infidelity are tearing marriages apart – but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: David Delk: Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-delk-seeing-your-heart-for-god-reflected-in-your-kids-part-1/) - If you’re a dad, you know that few things in life will bring you greater joy than seeing your children follow your footsteps in trusting the Lord.
- [Four Little Things That Can Make a Big Difference in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/four-little-things-that-can-make-a-big-difference-in-your-marriage/) - It's no secret that countless marriages are in trouble. Many end in divorce. Others that that stay together have morphed into nothing more than compatible roommates. Obviously there are hundreds of reasons marriages deteriorate, but one thing I've observed is that many couples have allowed the "little things" or "basics" to disappear in their marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: David Delk: Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-delk-seeing-your-heart-for-god-reflected-in-your-kids-part-2/) - Every father knows that “Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids” is a top priority.
- [HomeWord Daily: Frank Peretti: Dealing with Bullies - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-frank-peretti-dealing-with-bullies-part-1/) - It’s tough for a kid to deal with a schoolyard bully – but best-selling author Frank Peretti knows that there’s hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Frank Peretti: Dealing with Bullies - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-frank-peretti-dealing-with-bullies-part-2/) - As a child, best-selling author Frank Peretti was bullied, hassled and teased at school because of his appearance.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Creating a Media-Safe Home – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-creating-a-media-safe-home-part-1-2/) - Now more than ever before, the Internet is having a powerful influence on the way children look, think and act.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Creating a Media-Safe Home – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-creating-a-media-safe-home-part-2-2/) - The onslaught of media influence in the world today is leaving many children at risk.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jan Morrison: Healing from Sexual Abuse – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jan-morrison-healing-from-sexual-abuse-part-1/) - Noted speaker Jan Morrison has endured severe sexual abuse in her childhood and a rape in her adult years.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jan Morrison: Healing from Sexual Abuse – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jan-morrison-healing-from-sexual-abuse-part-2/) - Sometimes, the trauma of sexual abuse can seem too overwhelming to get beyond.
- [HomeWord Daily: Norm Wright: Learning to Recover from Loss – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-norm-wright-learning-to-recover-from-loss-part-1/) - When tragedy strikes, it’s not always get back to the way things were before the loss.
- [HomeWord Daily: Norm Wright: Learning to Recover from Loss – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-norm-wright-learning-to-recover-from-loss-part-2/) - Losses in life can devastate a family – but they can hurt even more deeply during the holidays.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Helping Your Kids Develop a Positive Self-Image – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-helping-your-kids-develop-a-positive-self-image-part-1/) - The teen and pre-teen years can be a time of growth and exploration for a child. They can also be a season when playing “the comparison game” can really hurt their self-image!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Helping Your Kids Develop a Positive Self-Image – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-helping-your-kids-develop-a-positive-self-image-part-2/) - Remember what it was like when you were going through “those awkward teenage years?” Well, Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion on some practical ways for us parents to ease that pressure with your own children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-1-2/) - In a landmark book, For Women Only, author Shaunti Feldhahn showed women what the men in their lives really wanted to them to know about them. On this program, she talks with Dr. Jim Burns about her newly updated research and how it provides women today even greater insights into the men in their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-2-4/) - If you haven’t been able to get the man in your life to “open up” to you, this program is for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: David Hawkins: Saying it so He’ll Hear You – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-hawkins-saying-it-so-hell-hear-you-part-1/) - One of the biggest sources of frustration in a marriage is when a wife feels as though her husband won’t listen to her.
- [HomeWord Daily: David Hawkins: Saying it so He’ll Hear You – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-hawkins-saying-it-so-hell-hear-you-part-2/) - It’s no secret that men and women have different styles of communication.
- [HomeWord Daily: – Ralph Winter: Reaching Your Kids with The Almighty Bible – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ralph-winter-reaching-your-kids-with-the-almighty-bible-part-1-2/) - Ralph Winter has produced some of the most popular films in Hollywood over the past 20 years. He’s taking his passion for using new media forms like anime to bring biblical truth to life for kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: – Ralph Winter: Reaching Your Kids with The Almighty Bible – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ralph-winter-reaching-your-kids-with-the-almighty-bible-part-2-2/) - If your kids like Pokemon, there’s a new version of the Bible you will want them to experience!
- [HomeWord Daily: Nick Yphandtides: Raising Healthy Families – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nick-yphandtides-raising-healthy-families-part-1-2/) - When his weight reached 467 pounds, Christian physician Dr. Nick Yphantides realized he needed to make a drastic change in the way he looked at his own health.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nick Yphandtides: Raising Healthy Families – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nick-yphandtides-raising-healthy-families-part-2/) - Obesity and a cancer scare forced Christian physician Dr. Nick Yphantides to see how poor eating habits he developed as a child led him to the brink of death.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathi Lipp: 21 Ways to Connect with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathi-lipp-21-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids-3/) - Author Kathi Lipp knows the challenges of connecting with hormonal teenagers – and she understands the value of wanting to build relationship with stepchildren.
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: Is Your Daughter Too “Sexy?” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-is-your-daughter-too-sexy-part-1/) - School clothes shopping for teen and pre-teen girls can be a real challenge for their parents because of the provocative clothing styles girls love.
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: Is Your Daughter Too “Sexy?” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-is-your-daughter-too-sexy-part-2/) - The pressure for teen and pre-teen girls to “look sexy” is powerful – and even Christian girls are feeling the pressure to conform.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tracy Melchior: Real Beauty in a “Picture Perfect” World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-acy-melchior-real-beauty-in-a-picture-perfect-world-part-1/) - After enduring a childhood of neglect and sexual abuse, actress Tracy Melchior discovered that she could use her beauty to manipulate men in relationships.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tracy Melchior: Real Beauty in a “Picture Perfect” World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tracy-melchior-real-beauty-in-a-picture-perfect-world-part-2/) - From the moment she arrived in Hollywood, there was no doubt that Tracy Melchior’s beauty would lead her to a career as an actress and model.
- [HomeWord Daily: Joanne Heim: The Joy of Simplicity in a World of “More” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-joanne-heim-the-joy-of-simplicity-in-a-world-of-more-part-1/) - A lot of what we do and have is good for us . . . but the question many of us need to be asking is, “How much is too much?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Joanne Heim: The Joy of Simplicity in a World of “More” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-joanne-heim-the-joy-of-simplicity-in-a-world-of-more-part-2/) - We live in a world where the accumulation of “stuff” is seen as a sign of success.
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Turn Your Marriage Around in Only 10 Days! Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-turn-your-marriage-around-in-only-10-days-part-1-2/) - The start of a new year is the perfect time to fine-tune your relationship with your spouse!
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Turn Your Marriage Around in Only 10 Days! Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-turn-your-marriage-around-in-only-10-days-part-2-2/) - Whether you’ve been married a few months or several years, it only takes a few “little problems” to create some major distance between you and your spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-raising-a-spiritually-strong-daughter-part-1/) - One of the most common questions Christian moms ask is, “How can I pass on my faith to my daughter?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-raising-a-spiritually-strong-daughter-part-2/) - There are so many negative influences affecting young girls today – but it is possible to have a positive influence on your daughter!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Keys to Successful Stepfamilies - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-keys-to-successful-stepfamilies-part-1/) - With an increasing divorce rate in the Church today, more and more Christians are facing the challenge of establishing new “blended families.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Keys to Successful Stepfamilies - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-keys-to-successful-stepfamilies-part-2/) - The divorce rate among second and third marriages is considerably higher than for first marriages . . . and a main reason is that the resulting stepfamily really has a hard time “gelling.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Healing Your Marriage with Forgiveness – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-healing-your-marriage-with-forgiveness-part-1-2/) - Every married couple experiences seasons when spouses will completely frustrate each other.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Healing Your Marriage with Forgiveness – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-healing-your-marriage-with-forgiveness-part-2-2/) - Put-downs, forgetfulness, rudeness, thoughtlessness – each of these can fracture a marriage and prevent true intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim and Jill Kelly: Parenting Your Kids for the Game of Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-and-jill-kelly-parenting-your-kids-for-the-game-of-life-part-1-2/) - As a professional quarterback, Jim Kelly led the Buffalo Bills to four consecutive Super Bowls. But after the death of his young son, Hunter, he learned that God had a different game plan for his life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim and Jill Kelly: Parenting Your Kids for the Game of Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-and-jill-kelly-parenting-your-kids-for-the-game-of-life-part-2-2/) - After the death of his young son, Hunter, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly reflected on what he would have taught his son about life and faith.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Experiencing Peace Amidst the Pressures of Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-experiencing-peace-amidst-the-pressures-of-life-part-1/) - All of us want to do great things for God – but sometimes we clutter up our days with too many good things to do!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Experiencing Peace Amidst the Pressures of Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-experiencing-peace-amidst-the-pressures-of-life-part-2/) - Jim’s guest will be Ruth Haley Barton – author of the landmark book on this topic, “Invitation to Solitude and Silence.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-part-1/) - You don’t have to be a pastor of Bible scholar to practice spiritual disciplines each day.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-part-2/) - Growing stronger in faith is the desire every Christian . . . but learning the spiritual disciplines necessary to do so isn’t always that easy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Josh and Ryan Shook: Ditching Secondhand Religion for a Faith of Your Own](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-josh-and-ryan-shook-ditching-secondhand-religion-for-a-faith-of-your-own/) - Growing up as “pastor’s kids,” Josh and Ryan Shook thought they knew what faith in Jesus Christ was all about.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jay Strack: Understanding “Millennial Kids” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jay-strack-understanding-millennial-kids-part-1/) - When it comes to reaching kids and young adults today, it helps to think tradigitally.
- [Real Life Answers: Our Daughter is 11 - When Do We Start Letting Go?](https://homeword.com/articles/real-life-answers-our-daughter-is-11-when-do-we-start-letting-go/) - Question: At what age do you start "letting go" of your kids? Our daughter is 11 years old and is in the sixth grade. I would say we are overprotective parents. We take her wherever she needs to go. At home, she's allowed to only go up and down our street and we don’t let
- [HomeWord Daily: Jay Strack: Understanding “Millennial Kids” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jay-strack-understanding-millennial-kids-part-2/) - The Millennial Generation consists of kids and young adults born between 1979 and 1994. They’re the second largest generation in U.S. history – only the Baby Boomers have more people.
- [HomeWord Daily: Deborah Smith Pegues: Learning to Control the Stress in Your Life – Pt 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-deborah-smith-pegues-learning-to-control-the-stress-in-your-life-pt-1/) - Stress has become an epidemic in our society today. And while it’s impossible to eliminate it, it is possible to learn how to manage it.
- [HomeWord Daily: Deborah Smith Pegues: Learning to Control the Stress in Your Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-deborah-smith-pegues-learning-to-control-the-stress-in-your-life-part-1/) - Deborah Smith Pegues walked away from a “dream job” as the Chief Financial Officer of a major organization simply to enable her to do a better job of managing the stress in her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: The Healing Power of Forgiveness - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-the-healing-power-of-forgiveness-part-1/) - When others do us wrong, we can forgive them because of the example Christ sets for us.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: The Healing Power of Forgiveness - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-the-healing-power-of-forgiveness-part-2/) - Did you know that, when you forgive others, you’ll experience spiritual, emotional and physical healing as well?
- [HomeWord Daily: Rob Rienow: Drawing Your Adult Child Back to Christ – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rob-rienow-drawing-your-adult-child-back-to-christ-part-1/) - Research shows that more than half of the children who grow up in church-going homes are turning away from their faith once they leave high school.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rob Rienow: Drawing Your Adult Child Back to Christ – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rob-rienow-drawing-your-adult-child-back-to-christ-part-2/) - Many Christian parents agonize over adult children who grew up in the church but then fall away from their faith.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christie Pettit: A Teenage Girl’s Recovery from an Eating Disorder – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christie-pettit-a-teenage-girls-recovery-from-an-eating-disorder-part-1-3/) - Christie Pettit was a scholar athlete who headed to a Division 1 school to play tennis – but she didn’t realize she was battling an eating disorder as well.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christie Pettit: A Teenage Girl’s Recovery from an Eating Disorder – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christie-pettit-a-teenage-girls-recovery-from-an-eating-disorder-part-2-3/) - Many women struggle with an eating disorder that is not commonly diagnosed – exercise bulimia.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Borsellino: Outrageous Lies We Tell Our Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-borsellino-outrageous-lies-we-tell-our-kids-part-1/) - If we’re really honest with ourselves, each of us parents must admit that we really don’t always tell our kids the truth about life!
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Borsellino: Outrageous Lies We Tell Our Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-borsellino-outrageous-lies-we-tell-our-kids-part-2/) - Every parent has been faced with a situation where telling our kids the truth about a reality in life seemed too painful.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-1-4/) - Chantel Hobbs used to weigh 350 pounds – but not anymore!
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-2-4/) - Chantel Hobbs lost more than 200 pounds but gained valuable spiritual insight during the process.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Bundschu: Raising Boys to Become Men – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-bundschu-raising-boys-to-become-men-part-1-2/) - Today’s toddlers will be adolescents before you know it! And, if you’re a parent with boys at home, learn some effective ways to usher young boys into manhood.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Bundschu: Raising Boys to Become Men – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-bundschu-raising-boys-to-become-men-part-2-2/) - Pastor Rick Bundschu knows the importance of marking the rites of passage that usher young boys into manhood.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jill Rigby: Raising Respectful Children – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jill-rigby-raising-respectful-children-part-1-3/) - Many parents are trying to raise kids who have a healthy self-image – but author Jill Rigby says that the key to “Raising Respectful Children” is to teach kids self-respect.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jill Rigby: Raising Respectful Children – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jill-rigby-raising-respectful-children-part-2-3/) - Whether or not your kids are well-mannered, they’ll never learn to be truly respectful until they learn about self-respect.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman: Being Adopted into God’s Family](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steven-curtis-and-mary-beth-chapman-being-adopted-into-gods-family/) - After the birth of their third child, Contemporary Christian Music veteran Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth thought their family was complete – but the Father had three additional blessings in store for them through adoption!
- [HomeWord Daily: Carol Kuykendall: Moving Your Family from Good to Great - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-carol-kuykendall-moving-your-family-from-good-to-great-part-1-3/) - What’s the difference between a good family experience . . . and a great one?
- [HomeWord Daily: Carol Kuykendall: Moving Your Family from Good to Great - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-carol-kuykendall-moving-your-family-from-good-to-great-part-2-3/) - Not too many couples start their married lives together hoping their family will merely turn out to be “pretty good.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-experiencing-the-beauty-of-sexual-intimacy-part-1-2/) - The media would like us to believe that physical intimacy in a marriage “just happens” spontaneously.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-experiencing-the-beauty-of-sexual-intimacy-part-2-2/) - God created sex as one of the ways for a husband and wife to express their love for each other.
- [Making the Most of Your Family's Summer Vacation in 2021](https://homeword.com/articles/making-the-most-of-your-familys-summer-vacation-in-2021/) - After the past year of lockdowns, closures, and distancing from others, and as families are slowly returning to a sense of normalcy in their lives, parents are looking to reclaim summer vacation of 2021 in a big way. In a recent poll, researchers found that American parents are ready to pull out all the stops,
- [Parents -- Your Role Really Matters!](https://homeword.com/articles/parents-your-role-really-matters/) - By Doug and Cathy Fields In our parenting seminars, parents often ask us questions that reveal their fears about the negative influence of media, culture, and peers on their children. This is a normal concern in today's crazy culture, but we answer their worry by telling them to be less concerned about "outside" influences and
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: “Billy Graham: From His Daughter’s Heart” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-billy-graham-from-his-daughters-heart-part-1/) - As the daughter of the world’s best-known evangelist, Ruth Graham has learned many lessons about life and faith from her dad.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: “Billy Graham: From His Daughter’s Heart” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-billy-graham-from-his-daughters-heart-part-2/) - Author Ruth Graham, the youngest daughter of Billy and Ruth Bell Graham, talks about her father’s legacy – and what he taught her about the importance of parents investing time into the lives of their children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari: Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-1/) - Christina DiMari overcame a childhood of abuse and neglect to become a shining star in God’s eyes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari: Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-2/) - As a teenager, Christina DiMari used to go to the beach with her friends to escape the abusive environment in her home.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Being a Mom Who Makes a Difference – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-being-a-mom-who-makes-a-difference-part-1/) - It’s no secret that mothers and daughters share a special bond. Did you know that moms also have a huge impact on their sons as well?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Being a Mom Who Makes a Difference – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-being-a-mom-who-makes-a-difference-part-2/) - Did you know that there are 5 things that mothers can do to influence the kind of women their sons will marry?
- [HomeWord Daily: The True Story of a Family Lost and Found - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-the-true-story-of-a-family-lost-and-found-part-2-2/) - Joe and Karen Moderow had “the perfect life” – at least that’s what their friends and neighbors used to think.
- [HomeWord Daily: The True Story of a Family Lost and Found - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-the-true-story-of-a-family-lost-and-found-part-2-3/) - Michael Moderow’s drug addiction was tearing his family apart. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Michael’s parents, Joe and Karen, about his tragic accident and miraculous recovery.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Mylander: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-mylander-finding-freedom-and-fulfillment-in-marriage-part-1/) - The best way to improve the quality of your marriage is to start resolving all of the conflicts that you yourself are involved before you try to change your spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Mylander: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-mylander-finding-freedom-and-fulfillment-in-marriage-part-2/) - Sometimes the busyness of life can leads a husband to feel like he gets more fulfillment from his job than his marriage. And the same can hold true for a wife as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Hayford: Finding Hope When You Need it Most – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-hayford-finding-hope-when-you-need-it-most-part-1/) - When his son-in-law unexpectedly passed away, Pastor Jack Hayford was confronted with a sense of hopelessness he had never experienced before.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Hayford: Finding Hope When You Need it Most – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-hayford-finding-hope-when-you-need-it-most-part-2/) - Hopelessness has become quite common in the world today.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Degler: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Girl” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-degler-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-girl-part-1/) - Do you know a woman who is so busy trying to please everyone that she’s making herself miserable?
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Degler: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Girl” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-degler-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-girl-part-2/) - Many women in the Church today are putting in a lot of effort to be “nice” to each other.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Guy” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-guy-part-1/) - Too many men in the Church today are trying to be "nice" instead of Godly.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Guy” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-guy-part-2/) - When Paul Coughlin married his wife, Sandy, they thought they would have a "nice" marriage. But in time, Paul came to realize that his wife needed a Godly husband rather than a "Christian Nice Guy."
- [HomeWord Daily: Farrell/Hanna: Inspiring Purpose, Value and Strength in Your – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-farrell-hanna-inspiring-purpose-value-and-strength-in-your-part-1/) - Authors Pam Farrell and Doreen Hanna are concerned that too many girls have yet to embrace their royal standing in Christ!
- [HomeWord Daily: Farrell/Hanna: Inspiring Purpose, Value and Strength in Your – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-farrell-hanna-inspiring-purpose-value-and-strength-in-your-part-2/) - In the Book of Esther, we read of a young girl who had a higher calling and aspired to the royal purpose for her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gungor: Laughter & Joy: Keys to a Better Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gungor-laughter-joy-keys-to-a-better-marriage-part-1/) - Have you ever looked at your spouse and asked, “Why does our marriage stink?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gungor: Laughter & Joy: Keys to a Better Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gungor-laughter-joy-keys-to-a-better-marriage-part-2/) - We live in a “disposable society.” When something is broken, we often times throw it away. That’s especially true with our marriages, isn’t it!
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Choosing to Heal: Mind, Body & Soul - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-choosing-to-heal-mind-body-soul-part-1/) - Before any of us can be healed of a wound, we have to want to be healed.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Choosing to Heal: Mind, Body & Soul - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-choosing-to-heal-mind-body-soul-part-2/) - No one can force you to go on a diet or give up smoking. Ultimately, if you want healing from those medical problems, you have to choose to let the healing process begin!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: Restoring the Passion in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-restoring-the-passion-in-marriage-part-1/) - Remember the passion you felt for your spouse when you were first married?
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: Restoring the Passion in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-restoring-the-passion-in-marriage-part-2/) - Over the years, a husband and wife may find the passion and romance fading from their marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Williams: Building a Great Relationship with Your Adult – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-williams-building-a-great-relationship-with-your-adult-part-1/) - According to one recent report, as many as 40% of 18-to-35-year-olds describe themselves as “excessively dependent” on their parents for financial, emotional and physical support.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Williams: Building a Great Relationship with Your Adult – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-williams-building-a-great-relationship-with-your-adult-part-2/) - Since 2003, the number of young adults who have moved back in with their parents has risen 60%.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: Developing Real Relationships in a Hyper-Connected – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-developing-real-relationships-in-a-hyper-connected-part-1/) - The Internet is helping millions of people reconnect with old friends and acquaintances – but is it possible it’s also leaving more of us longing for real connection with others?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: Developing Real Relationships in a Hyper-Connected – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-developing-real-relationships-in-a-hyper-connected-part-2/) - Social media is having a powerful impact on what friendship means today.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chap Clark: Reconnecting with Kids in an Online Culture – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chap-clark-reconnecting-with-kids-in-an-online-culture-part-1/) - Social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter are giving children endless opportunities to communicate.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chap Clark: Reconnecting with Kids in an Online Culture – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chap-clark-reconnecting-with-kids-in-an-online-culture-part-2/) - Kids today are growing up in a culture that is online all the time!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phillip Yancey: Making God Visible in Your Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phillip-yancey-making-god-visible-in-your-family-part-1/) - Many parents contact the ministry of HOMEWORD looking for ways to share their faith in the Lord with their children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phillip Yancey: Making God Visible in Your Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phillip-yancey-making-god-visible-in-your-family-part-2/) - In his book, Finding God in Unexpected Places, author Philip Yancey discusses some ways the Father has made His presence felt.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dannah Gresh: A Teen Girl’s Guide to Finding Lasting Love – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dannah-gresh-a-teen-girls-guide-to-finding-lasting-love-part-1/) - Lots of teen and ‘tween girls literally lose themselves in the pursuit of “the right guy.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dannah Gresh: A Teen Girl’s Guide to Finding Lasting Love – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dannah-gresh-a-teen-girls-guide-to-finding-lasting-love-part-2/) - Did you know that your teenage daughter has a “violent craving” to be in a relationship with a teenage boy?
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-1/) - Many couples try in vain to avoid conflict in their marriages – but did you know that a “good fight” can actually make things better?
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-2/) - If you keep having “the same argument” over and over again with your spouse, the problem isn’t that you’re always fighting – the problem is you’re not doing it right!
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Parrott: Mom, You Matter More than You Think – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-parrott-mom-you-matter-more-than-you-think-part-1/) - Modern society tends to devalue the role of mothers.
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Parrott: Mom, You Matter More than You Think – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-parrott-mom-you-matter-more-than-you-think-part-2/) - When life gets hectic, it’s not uncommon for moms to wonder what kind of impact they’re really having on their families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-1/) - Chantel Hobbs used to weigh 350 pounds – but not anymore! Dr. Jim Burns talks with this mother of four about the difference between wanting to change and actually believing God can bring those changes about
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with Chantel Hobbs – who lost more than 200 pounds but gained valuable spiritual insight during the process.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The HomeWord Guide to Parenting – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-homeword-guide-to-parenting-part-1-2/) - There is no “magic bullet” parents can use to guarantee their kids will “turn out all right.” But Dr. Jim Burns has identified 10 foundational principles you can use with your children to help them grow up to become responsible adults who love God
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The HomeWord Guide to Parenting – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-homeword-guide-to-parenting-part-2-2/) - In his book, 10 Building Blocks for a Solid Family, Dr. Jim Burns outlines some practical principles every parent can use to deepen their relationships with their kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Strategies for Single Parents – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-strategies-for-single-parents-part-1-2/) - There are currently 20 million kids living in single parent homes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Strategies for Single Parents – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-strategies-for-single-parents-part-2-2/) - 84% of all single parents in the United States are women . . . so Dr. Jim Burns has a special word for single moms.
- [Prepare Now for Your Child's Adolescence](https://homeword.com/articles/prepare-now-for-your-childs-adolescence/) - The first precious days and weeks of a child’s life are filled with awe and wonder for parents. The “terrible two’s” of toddler-hood may seem like a challenge at times but they’re eventually outgrown. The first day of kindergarten seems to come and go all too quickly leading to the elementary school years when the
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Welch: Overcoming Peer Pressure – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-welch-overcoming-peer-pressure-part-1-2/) - Peer pressure is something every kid must confront. But just because you’ve made it through adolescence that doesn’t mean you’ll never have to face peer pressure in your adult years
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Welch: Overcoming Peer Pressure – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-welch-overcoming-peer-pressure-part-2-2/) - It’s no secret that our kids are dealing with an awful lot of peer pressure at school. But that doesn’t mean we don’t also have to deal with the effects of negative peer influence as adult!
- [HomeWord Daily: Valorie Burton: Learning to Tame Your Busy Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-valorie-burton-learning-to-tame-your-busy-life-part-1-2/) - Too many people are becoming “dangerously tired” by the hectic schedules they’re trying to keep.
- [HomeWord Daily: Valorie Burton: Learning to Tame Your Busy Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-valorie-burton-learning-to-tame-your-busy-life-part-2-2/) - If you feel as though you are too “overcommitted and underconnected,” Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with popular author and speaker Valorie Burton.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: How to Interview Your Daughter’s Date – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-how-to-interview-your-daughters-date-part-1-2/) - Many teenage girls will soon be going on their first “big date.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: How to Interview Your Daughter’s Date – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-how-to-interview-your-daughters-date-part-2-2/) - If you’re a dad with a daughter, you need to take an active role in making certain the boys who want to ask her out are worthy of doing so.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Elfstrand: Discovering a Man’s Passion – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-elfstrand-discovering-a-mans-passion-part-1-2/) - In the heart of every man is a collection of passions that drive his life and shape his will.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Elfstrand: Discovering a Man’s Passion – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-elfstrand-discovering-a-mans-passion-part-2-2/) - The passions in a man’s heart can shape his life and his future.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lysa Terkeurst: A Woman’s Guide for Handling Raw Emotions](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lysa-terkeurst-a-womans-guide-for-handling-raw-emotions-2/) - Like most women, Lysa Terkeurst has experiences where others intrude on her joy-filled moments . . . and she finds herself coming unglued.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Dating God’s Way - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-dating-gods-way-part-1-2/) - With only 25% of all American homes falling into the category of “Traditional nuclear family,” there are more and more parents who find themselves dating again.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Dating God’s Way - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-dating-gods-way-part-2-2/) - A growing number of single moms and dads are trying to find meaningful dating relationships while raising families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Anne Graham Lotz: Embracing the God-Filled Life](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-anne-graham-lotz-embracing-the-god-filled-life-2/) - As a young wife and mother, Anne Graham Lotz discovered an Old Testament mentor to pattern her life after.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Eagar: Keys to Shaping Your Family’s Faith - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-september-20-jack-eagar-keys-to-shaping-your-familys-faith-part-1/) - When the Church mentors parents, parents can mentor their children – and the legacy of faith continues.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Eagar: Keys to Shaping Your Family’s Faith - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-eagar-keys-to-shaping-your-familys-faith-part-2/) - Being the spiritual leader for your children can seem like a daunting task – but it doesn’t have to be!
- [HomeWord Daily: Catherine Hart Weber: Learning to Thrive in Everyday Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-catherine-hart-weber-learning-to-thrive-in-everyday-life-part-1/) - We were not created to “just get by” in our earthly existence.
- [HomeWord Daily: Catherine Hart Weber: Learning to Thrive in Everyday Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-catherine-hart-weber-learning-to-thrive-in-everyday-life-part-2/) - God created us to flourish and bear fruit – but sadly many of us are just barely getting through the day.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Finding Significance in the Second Half of Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-finding-significance-in-the-second-half-of-life-part-1/) - For many of us, the second 40 years or so of life can be even more rewarding than the first 40.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Finding Significance in the Second Half of Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-finding-significance-in-the-second-half-of-life-part-2/) - Society has a different version of “mid-life” than it used to.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: How a Father’s Love Protects & Empowers His Daughter - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-how-a-fathers-love-protects-empowers-his-daughter-part-1/) - One of the most important gifts a father can give to his daughter is consistency in parenting.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: How a Father’s Love Protects & Empowers His Daughter - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-how-a-fathers-love-protects-empowers-his-daughter-part-2/) - When a girl learns to respect her father, she is free to live the kind of life God is calling her to live!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed McGlasson: The Influence and Impact of the Intentional Dad – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-mcglasson-the-influence-and-impact-of-the-intentional-dad-part-1-2/) - Fathers who are intentional, supportive and engaged in the lives of their children make a huge impact.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Tandy McGlasson: The Influence and Impact of the Intentional Dad – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-tandy-mcglasson-the-influence-and-impact-of-the-intentional-dad-part-2/) - In spite of what the culture may imply, fathers have a tremendous influence on the lives of their children.
- [Does This Really Matter?](https://homeword.com/articles/does-this-really-matter/) - One of the secrets of learning to become more positive in your marriage is to ask yourself a basic but core question: “Does this [issue/tension] really matter?” Let’s apply this important question to the toothpaste tube that you both share. Your spouse grew up squeezing it from the middle of tube, and you roll it
- [Get to Know Your Child's Friends](https://homeword.com/articles/get-to-know-your-childs-friends/) - During the teenage years kids' social lives begin to blossom and develop, often becoming the most important area of their lives. The need for acceptance and belonging drives some young people into lives of moral compromise. Unfortunately, the desire to belong can sometimes be greater than the desire to live a life of non-compromise. Kids
- [Is Halloween a Trick or a Treat?](https://homeword.com/articles/is-halloween-trick-or-treat/) - At HomeWord, we receive questions from time to time about Halloween, most of which are along the lines of, "Should parents allow their kids to participate in Halloween activities or not?" It's a noble question and reflects the wide and varied beliefs held by those in the Christian faith community. On one end of the spectrum
- [HomeWord Daily: Emerson Eggerichs: Creating a Marriage Built on Love and Respect - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-emerson-eggerichs-creating-a-marriage-built-on-love-and-respect-part-1-2/) - When a man and woman “fall in love,” there’s a misconception that “love is all you need” to make the relationship work.
- [HomeWord Daily: Emerson Eggerichs: Creating a Marriage Built on Love and Respect - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-emerson-eggerichs-creating-a-marriage-built-on-love-and-respect-part-2-2/) - At the heart of many divorces is the failure to understand the basic needs of men and women in marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Growing in Love with Your Spouse - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-growing-in-love-with-your-spouse-part-1-2/) - With the average marriage facing a 50/50 chance of survival, imagine what could happen if couples committed to making their marriages extraordinary!
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Growing in Love with Your Spouse - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-growing-in-love-with-your-spouse-part-2-2/) - Hey, guys – did you know that your wife is your “secret weapon” in the quest for marriage success?
- [HomeWord Daily: Jimmy Evans: Finding Paradise in Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jimmy-evans-finding-paradise-in-your-marriage-part-1-2/) - The media tells us that the key to happiness is to find and marry our perfect “soulmate.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jimmy Evans: Finding Paradise in Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jimmy-evans-finding-paradise-in-your-marriage-part-2-2/) - More young adults are delaying getting married because they’re looking for the “perfect match.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Priscilla Shirer: Recognizing When God Speaks to You – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-priscilla-shirer-recognizing-when-god-speaks-to-you-part-1/) - In the busyness of life, sometimes it’s easy to miss the still, small voice of the Holy Spirit calling out to you.
- [HomeWord Daily: Priscilla Shirer: Recognizing When God Speaks to You – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-priscilla-shirer-recognizing-when-god-speaks-to-you-part-2-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Priscilla Shier on a vital topic for this time of year.
- [HomeWord Daily: Fred Stoker: Help Your Son Win Every Young Man’s Battle – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-fred-stoker-help-your-son-win-every-young-mans-battle-part-1-2/) - In his landmark book called, Every Man’s Battle, Fred Stoeker revealed a common struggle among men.
- [HomeWord Daily: Fred Stoker: Help Your Son Win Every Young Man’s Battle – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-fred-stoker-help-your-son-win-every-young-mans-battle-part-2-2/) - Teen and pre-teenage boys are being bombarded from every angle by sexual images in the media – but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Tammy Daughtry: Tips for Successful Co-Parenting](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tammy-daughtry-tips-for-successful-co-parenting/) - When her marriage ended, Tammy Daughtry’s primary concern was to be a good mother for her daughter.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Colson: Living the “Good Life” of Purpose - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-colson-living-the-good-life-of-purpose-part-1-2/) - The late Chuck Colson really cared about kids. He knew that the key to helping them succeed is to understand that embracing biblical principles and values is essential.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Colson: Living the “Good Life” of Purpose - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-colson-living-the-good-life-of-purpose-part-2-2/) - Kids today are searching for meaning in every aspect of their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stan Jantz: Finding Hope When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stan-jantz-finding-hope-when-life-doesnt-seem-fair-part-1-2/) - There are times in life when our circumstances are so difficult, we find ourselves wondering if God really cares about us.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stan Jantz: Finding Hope When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stan-jantz-finding-hope-when-life-doesnt-seem-fair-part-2-2/) - When innocent people suffer, we often wonder, “Why would God let something like this happen to them?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: 30 Days to a No-Regrets Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-30-days-to-a-no-regrets-life-part-1-2/) - If you discovered you only had one month left to live, how would that discovery change the way you look at life?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: 30 Days to a No-Regrets Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-30-days-to-a-no-regrets-life-part-2-2/) - If you knew you only had one month to live, can you honestly say that you would die with no regrets whatsoever?
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Shaping Your Daughter’s Sexual Identity – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-shaping-your-daughters-sexual-identity-part-1-2/) - The media has a powerful influence on the way our daughter’s process sexual images in our culture.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Shaping Your Daughter’s Sexual Identity – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-shaping-your-daughters-sexual-identity-part-2-2/) - Young girls may learn “the basics” about sex and sexuality from textbooks or in the classroom – but parents should play a vital role in this process as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Southerland: Dealing with “Sandpaper People” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-southerland-dealing-with-sandpaper-people-part-1-2/) - Is there someone in your world who really “rubs you the wrong way?” Learn how God uses these “sandpaper people” to actually help shape your faith!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Southerland: Dealing with “Sandpaper People” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-southerland-dealing-with-sandpaper-people-part-2-2/) - Each of us has at least one “sandpaper person” in our lives. They’re not necessarily mean or abusive – they’re mostly just irritating! But they can also be quite useful as well.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shannon Ethridge: Loving God Without Limits – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shannon-ethridge-loving-god-without-limits-part-1-2/) - When she was just 16 years old, the death of a total stranger changed Shannon Ethridge’s life forever.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shannon Ethridge: Loving God Without Limits – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shannon-ethridge-loving-god-without-limits-part-2-2/) - In her teens and early twenties, Shannon Ethridge was not what you would call a “solid Christian.” But it was the love and acceptance of a stranger that taught her a valuable lesson about “Loving God Without Limits.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Howard Dayton: The Map to True Financial Freedom – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-howard-dayton-the-map-to-true-financial-freedom-part-1-2/) - Now is the time of year when anticipating the joy of Summer vacation might be replaced with the pain of dealing with a mountain of credit card debt it can leave in its wake!
- [HomeWord Daily: Howard Dayton: The Map to True Financial Freedom – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-howard-dayton-the-map-to-true-financial-freedom-part-2-2/) - Financial pressures can be a real source of strain on a marriage – but you can break free from the grip of debt once and for all!
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Lessons in Leadership for Home and Work – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-lessons-in-leadership-for-home-and-work-part-1-2/) - If you’re a parent, the kind of leadership you show in your home will have a powerful impact on your children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Lessons in Leadership for Home and Work – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-lessons-in-leadership-for-home-and-work-part-2-2/) - Not all of us parents are called into leadership at work or at church – but we ARE called to be leaders in an equally important place . . . at home.
- [HomeWord Daily: James Brown: Keys to Living a Life of Significance – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-james-brown-keys-to-living-a-life-of-significance-part-1-2/) - James Brown is known to millions of sports fans as the host of “NFL Today” on CBS. But it’s his faith in God that really compels him to share the “Keys to Living a Life of Significance” with young people in his church.
- [HomeWord Daily: James Brown: Keys to Living a Life of Significance – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-james-brown-keys-to-living-a-life-of-significance-part-2-2/) - Star athlete and Harvard graduate – those are the terms the media use to describe James Brown as host of “NFL Today” on CBS television. Hear more of his inspiring testimony about life as a single father and his mission to foster spiritual growth in kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sally Lloyd-Jones: 101 Ways to Encourage a Hurting Child](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sally-lloyd-jones-101-ways-to-encourage-a-hurting-child-2/) - When popular children’s author Sally Lloyd-Jones discovered her 8-year-old niece was being bullied at school, she created a way for this little girl to truly experience the love of God in tangible ways each day.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim and Ann Storm: Help for Parents of Strong-Willed Children - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-and-ann-storm-help-for-parents-of-strong-willed-children-part-1/) - If you are the parent of a strong-willed child, you may have given up on so-called “conventional techniques” to get through to him or her.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim and Ann Storm: Help for Parents of Strong-Willed Children - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-and-ann-storm-help-for-parents-of-strong-willed-children-part-2/) - Dr. Kim Storm is a counselor who has worked with hundreds of parents of strong-willed children. He has also “lived the dream” with his wife, Ann, of raising a strong-willed son as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly: Trading Brokenness for Unbreakable Strength - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-trading-brokenness-for-unbreakable-strength-part-1-2/) - We often ask God for provision or protection. But sometimes what the Church needs is a dose of persecution.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly: Trading Brokenness for Unbreakable Strength - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-trading-brokenness-for-unbreakable-strength-part-2-2/) - A season of persecution can often lead to a tremendous amount of spiritual growth.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: Making a Good Marriage Great – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-making-a-good-marriage-great-part-1-2/) - Nobody gets married hoping that their marriage will turn out to be “okay.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: Making a Good Marriage Great – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-making-a-good-marriage-great-part-2-2/) - Whether you’ve been married 20 days or 20 years, it’s never too late to get the kind of marriage you want.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: Righteousness in the Midst of Ruins – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-righteousness-in-the-midst-of-ruins-part-1/) - Ruth Graham knew that growing up in the spotlight meant that dealing with tragedy and loss would seem even more difficult.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: Righteousness in the Midst of Ruins – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-righteousness-in-the-midst-of-ruins-part-2/) - The youngest daughter of evangelist Billy Graham talks about the lessons learned from her own seasons of challenge as she details them in her book called, In Every Pew Sits a Broken Heart.
- [HomeWord Daily: John and Stasi Eldredge: What Women Want - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-and-stasi-eldredge-what-women-want-part-1-2/) - In his landmark work called, Wild at Heart, author John Eldredge addressed the three core desires of every man’s heart. John and his wife, Stasi, discuss the desires every woman holds dear.
- [HomeWord Daily: John and Stasi Eldredge: What Women Want - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-and-stasi-eldredge-what-women-want-part-2-2/) - Author John Eldredge understands the motivation of men; now, he and his wife, Stasi, have uncovered the three core desires of every woman’s heart.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Learning to Lead by Listening to God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-learning-to-lead-by-listening-to-god-part-1-2/) - Of all the different roles you play as a parent each day, the one that has the most powerful impact on your children is that of leader.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Learning to Lead by Listening to God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-learning-to-lead-by-listening-to-god-part-2-2/) - If you want your children to experience more spiritual growth, it’s up to you as a parent to set the tone in your home!
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: The Four Seasons of Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-the-four-seasons-of-marriage-part-1-2/) - When a married couple moves from a season of warmth to one of cold isolation, they’re experiencing two of the seasons of marriage.
- [Surviving the Holidays During a Season of Loss](https://homeword.com/articles/surviving-the-holidays-during-a-season-of-loss/) - For some families, being "happy" or "merry" during the holiday season is a difficult prospect at best. For those who have experienced recent loss, whether it has been the death of a loved-one or a divorce, the holidays can intensify the sense of loss among family members and make attempts to celebrate a chore, rather
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: The Four Seasons of Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-the-four-seasons-of-marriage-part-2-2/) - The “honeymoon” season of a marriage is marked by warmth and encouragement – but a time of conflict feels much colder.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kara Powell: Developing a Faith that Sticks with Our Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kara-powell-developing-a-faith-that-sticks-with-our-kids-part-1-2/) - According to a recent study, only half of the kids who grow up in a vibrant church youth group will actually stick with their faith through college.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kara Powell: Developing a Faith that Sticks with Our Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kara-powell-developing-a-faith-that-sticks-with-our-kids-part-2-2/) - Many kids are growing up learning “the Gospel of Sin Management” rather than what it means to have a vibrant faith in Christ.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Guthrie: Holding Out for a Better Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-guthrie-holding-out-for-a-better-life-part-1-2/) - Disappointment is a part of everyone’s life. But when the hard times come, it’s important to remember that God always has something better in store for us!
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Guthrie: Holding Out for a Better Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-guthrie-holding-out-for-a-better-life-part-2-2/) - Losing a child can be painful – but the death of a second child can bring with it a season of hopelessness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wess Stafford: Wounded Child, Warrior for Children – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wess-stafford-wounded-child-warrior-for-children-part-1-2/) - When he was a boy, Wess Stafford endured extreme sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Fortunately, God delivered him from his distress.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wess Stafford: Wounded Child, Warrior for Children – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wess-stafford-wounded-child-warrior-for-children-part-2-2/) - As the President Emeritus of COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL, Wess Stafford has a heart for caring for the children of the world. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Wess about how his own tortured childhood led him to be such a warrior for children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Michelle Anthony: A New Awakening for Parents and Families - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-michelle-anthony-a-new-awakening-for-parents-and-families-part-1-2/) - Too many parents work extremely hard to provide their children with a “happy childhood.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Michelle Anthony: A New Awakening for Parents and Families - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-michelle-anthony-a-new-awakening-for-parents-and-families-part-2-2/) - One of the best ways to help our children grow in their faith is to make sure our own spiritual health is in order as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: A Story of God, Dreams and Vegetables – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-a-story-of-god-dreams-and-vegetables-part-1-2/) - As the Co-Creator of VeggieTales, Phil Vischer discovered the powerful impact the media can have on children and families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: A Story of God, Dreams and Vegetables – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-a-story-of-god-dreams-and-vegetables-part-2-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with Phil Vischer – the Co-Creator of VeggieTales who is now launching a kid-friendly internet site for video programming designed for children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: Making What’s in the Bible Fun for Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-making-whats-in-the-bible-fun-for-your-kids-2/) - As the Co-creator of VeggieTales, Phil Vischer followed his dream of using fun characters to teach timeless biblical truths to kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Zig Ziglar: Creating a Life You Can’t Wait to Live - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-zig-ziglar-creating-a-life-you-cant-wait-to-live-part-1-2/) - It takes passion and purpose to live a life that’s better than just “good.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Zig Ziglar: Creating a Life You Can’t Wait to Live - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-zig-ziglar-creating-a-life-you-cant-wait-to-live-part-2-2/) - Zig Ziglar is concerned that too many young people are growing up without any sense of anticipation that life in Christ can get any better than what they already know.
- [HomeWord Daily: Eva Piper: Walking a Darkened Path to a Deeper Faith – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-eva-piper-walking-a-darkened-path-to-a-deeper-faith-part-1-2/) - When Eva Piper’s husband, Don, was involved in an horrific auto accident, she found herself thrust into the world of full-time caregiver.
- [HomeWord Daily: Eva Piper: Walking a Darkened Path to a Deeper Faith – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-eva-piper-walking-a-darkened-path-to-a-deeper-faith-part-2-2/) - Eva Piper’s world was turned upside down her husband, Don, died in a car crash – only to regain his life 90 minutes later!
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Cordeiro: Finding Contentment Regardless of Your Circumstances 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-cordeiro-finding-contentment-regardless-of-your-circumstances-1/) - Mother Theresa once said that, “You’ll never know Jesus is all you need until Jesus is all you have.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Cordeiro: Finding Contentment Regardless of Your Circumstances 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-cordeiro-finding-contentment-regardless-of-your-circumstances-2/) - Following Christ does not guarantee you’ll be an overwhelming success . . . but it doesn’t mean you’ll always struggling to achieve material gain either.
- [HomeWord Daily:  John Baker: Freedom from Your Hurts, Hang-Ups & Habits – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-baker-freedom-from-your-hurts-hang-ups-habits-part-1-2/) - More and more Americans are turning to drugs and alcohol to deal with their feelings of loneliness and pain.
- [HomeWord Daily:  John Baker: Freedom from Your Hurts, Hang-Ups & Habits – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-baker-freedom-from-your-hurts-hang-ups-habits-part-2-2/) - During his teens, John Baker discovered that alcohol helped to take away his insecurities and pain – at least temporarily.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The Power of “Being There” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-power-of-being-there-part-1-2/) - If you’re a parent, your children view your very presence as a sign of caring and connectedness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The Power of “Being There” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-power-of-being-there-part-2-2/) - The teen and pre-teen years are exactly the time when kids actually need the presence of their parents in their lives more than ever before!
- [Five 2022 New Year's Resolutions Your Family Can Live With](https://homeword.com/articles/five-2022-new-years-resolutions-your-family-can-live-with/) - It's been said that a New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. Maybe this is why many people don't participate in the annual ritual. One survey found that 55% of Americans either never or only infrequently set New Year's resolutions and that only 8% of Americans are always
- [A New Year - A Fresh Start](https://homeword.com/articles/a-fresh-start/) - A story is told about a factory burning down that was owned and managed by the great inventor Thomas Edison. It happened December 9, 1914. As the factory burned, great geysers of green flame, fueled by laboratory chemicals, shot into the air. Fire departments from eight towns rushed to the scene, but the building was
- [HomeWord Daily: Julie Hadden: A Biggest Loser Who Gained Her Worth – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-julie-hadden-a-biggest-loser-who-gained-her-worth-part-1-2/) - Julie Hadden’s weight kept her from enjoying life with her husband and son.
- [What is the Purity Code?](https://homeword.com/articles/what-is-the-purity-code/) - As parents, we deeply desire our children to have a healthy God-given view of their sexuality, and we want them to know that thinking about their sexuality is very common. But if we keep silent about sex or approach the subject with a negative attitude, we send majorly mixed messages to our children. We are
- [HomeWord Daily: Julie Hadden: A Biggest Loser Who Gained Her Worth – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-julie-hadden-a-biggest-loser-who-gained-her-worth-part-2-2/) - On Season 4 of NBC television’s hit program The Biggest Loser, stay-at-home mom Julie Hadden came within 8 pounds of becoming the first woman to ever win this competition.
- [Be a Good Listener with Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/articles/be-a-good-listener-with-your-spouse/) - Because listening is the language of love, an affirming marriage relationship has a lot more listening than lecturing. I think God made two ears and one tongue for a reason. I find with Cathy that it is harder for me to suspend judgment and simply listen to her the way I would listen to a
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Tandy McGlasson: Finding the Father You’ve Always Wanted - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-tandy-mcglasson-finding-the-father-youve-always-wanted-part-1-2/) - When a dad doesn’t receive a blessing from his own father, it leaves him unprepared to bless his own children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Tandy McGlasson: Finding the Father You’ve Always Wanted - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-tandy-mcglasson-finding-the-father-youve-always-wanted-part-2-2/) - Too many men are trying to make and keep promises to their families without having first received the blessing of their own fathers to do so.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Strickland: A “Perfect Girl” Who Found True Beauty – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-strickland-a-perfect-girl-who-found-true-beauty-part-1-2/) - Jennifer Strickland always dreamed of working in the “perfect world” of modeling.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Strickland: A “Perfect Girl” Who Found True Beauty – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-strickland-a-perfect-girl-who-found-true-beauty-part-2-2/) - As a runway and print model for designers like Armani, Jennifer Strickland had the “perfect look.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: A Mom’s Influence on a Boy’s Journey into Manhood – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-moms-influence-on-a-boys-journey-into-manhood-part-1-2/) - Boys attack life with an exhilarating exuberance. Even so, they still need parental influence to help them learn adult responsibilities.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: A Mom’s Influence on a Boy’s Journey into Manhood – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-moms-influence-on-a-boys-journey-into-manhood-part-2-2/) - Moms who respect and admire healthy masculinity can make a boy believe he was created for future greatness!
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: Keys to Successfully Resolving Conflicts – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-keys-to-successfully-resolving-conflicts-part-1/) - Most of us do not enjoy confrontation . . . but learning how to deal with it is a key to emotional, relational and spiritual growth.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: Keys to Successfully Resolving Conflicts – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-keys-to-successfully-resolving-conflicts-part-2/) - One of the key principles for establishing healthy boundaries with others is the ability to be able to confront a difficult situation in love.
- [Joanna Weaver: Finding Your Place in the Heart of God - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/joanna-weaver-finding-your-place-in-the-heart-of-god-part-1/) - The Bible tells us that “God is love” – but what does it mean when Jesus “loves us?”
- [Joanna Weaver: Finding Your Place in the Heart of God - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/joanna-weaver-finding-your-place-in-the-heart-of-god-part-2/) - In the pages of Scripture, we read about Lazarus – but there are few if any details about what he said or how he lived. All we know is that Jesus loved him.
- [Joanna Weaver: John Trent: Discovering Your Parenting Style - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/joanna-weaver-john-trent-discovering-your-parenting-style-part-1/) - So many of us parents just want to do a “normal” job of raising our kids.
- [Joanna Weaver: John Trent: Discovering Your Parenting Style - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/joanna-weaver-john-trent-discovering-your-parenting-style-part-2/) - Did you know that your parenting style has a much to do with your child’s personality as it does with yours?
- [HomeWord Daily: Chip Ingram: Being a Great Parent, Raising Great Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chip-ingram-being-a-great-parent-raising-great-kids-2/) - It’s not unreasonable to want our kids to become great adults. Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted pastor and author Chip Ingram about why such a desire is actually biblical!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Holmen: Filling Your Home with Faith – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-holmen-filling-your-home-with-faith-part-1-2/) - One of the most important responsibilities a parent has is to pass on faith in Christ to our children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Holmen: Filling Your Home with Faith – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-holmen-filling-your-home-with-faith-part-2-2/) - “Filling Your Home with Faith” is a great way to pass on a spiritual legacy to your kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jay Strack: Understanding “Millennial Kids” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jay-strack-understanding-millennial-kids-part-2-2/) - The Millennial Generation consists of kids and young adults born between 1979 and 1994. They’re the second largest generation in U.S. history – only the Baby Boomers have more people.
- [HomeWord Daily: Crawford Loritts: Passing a Legacy of Faith to Our Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-crawford-loritts-passing-a-legacy-of-faith-to-our-kids-part-1-2/) - As parents, we can talk all we want to our kids about how to “get to heaven.” But if they don’t understand the real reasons why they can go there, then we really haven’t done our job in teaching them the truth.
- [HomeWord Daily: Crawford Loritts: Passing a Legacy of Faith to Our Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-crawford-loritts-passing-a-legacy-of-faith-to-our-kids-part-2-2/) - The best way for us as parents to impress spiritual principles upon our children is to start living them out at home.
- [HomeWord Daily: J.P. Jones: Facing Your Giants Head-On - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-j-p-jones-facing-your-giants-head-on-part-1-2/) - There’s a big difference between knowing about God – and actually knowing Him personally!
- [HomeWord Daily: J.P. Jones: Facing Your Giants Head-On - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-j-p-jones-facing-your-giants-head-on-part-2-2/) - Contending with the “Goliaths” that come our way is the key to experiencing the Christian life to the fullest.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary and Barb Rosberg: Divorce-Proofing Your Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-and-barb-rosberg-divorce-proofing-your-marriage-part-1-2/) - If you knew there were six steps you could follow to eliminate the risk of divorce, would you follow them?
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary and Barb Rosberg: Divorce-Proofing Your Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-and-barb-rosberg-divorce-proofing-your-marriage-part-2-2/) - Psychologist Dr. Gary Rosberg and his wife, Barb, are known to thousands as America’s Family Coaches.
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Carlson: The Importance of Affection in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-carlson-the-importance-of-affection-in-marriage-part-1/) - Countless marriages are suffering . . . but it’s not from a financial strain -- it’s a lack of affection.
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Carlson: The Importance of Affection in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-carlson-the-importance-of-affection-in-marriage-part-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns is joined by noted author Dr. Randy Carlson about why so many marriages are suffering from a lack of proper appropriate physical touch.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rebecca St. James: Living Pure in Mind, Body and Soul – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rebecca-st-james-living-pure-in-mind-body-and-soul-part-1-2/) - The body, mind and spirit are all designed to operate in sync with God’s plan – and that’s a message young girls need to hear today!
- [HomeWord Daily: Rebecca St. James: Living Pure in Mind, Body and Soul – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rebecca-st-james-living-pure-in-mind-body-and-soul-part-2-2/) - When Rebecca St. James walked down the aisle to marry her future husband, she did so with a clear conscience.
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Alcorn: What Will Heaven Be Like? Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-alcorn-what-will-heaven-be-like-part-1-2/) - If heaven is our forever home, why do so few believers know anything about it?
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Alcorn: What Will Heaven Be Like? Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-alcorn-what-will-heaven-be-like-part-2-2/) - It’s easy to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life that we forget the fact that we have a mansion waiting for us in heaven!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Oestreicher: Igniting a Passion in Your Kids for God’s Word](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-oestreicher-igniting-a-passion-in-your-kids-for-gods-word/) - To many kids, spending time reading the Bible is a “spiritual requirement” – but it’s not very fun.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Oestreicher: Understanding Your Teenager’s Brain](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-oestreicher-understanding-your-teenagers-brain/) - The only consistent thing about your teenager is . . . inconsistency.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lakita Garth: Making the Sexual Purity of Your Kids a Priority - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lakita-garth-making-the-sexual-purity-of-your-kids-a-priority-part-1/) - Kids today are dealing with issues concerning sex and sexuality much younger than ever before.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lakita Garth: Making the Sexual Purity of Your Kids a Priority - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lakita-garth-making-the-sexual-purity-of-your-kids-a-priority-part-2/) - There are all sorts of sexual images in the media – and, unfortunately, they’re giving our kids a lot of bad information about sex and sexuality.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Rosemond: Keys to Raising a Well-Behaved Child – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-rosemond-keys-to-raising-a-well-behaved-child-part-1/) - Too many parents are working feverishly in hopes that their children will “turn out all right.” Dr. Jim Burns talks with best-selling psychologist John Rosemond about the role that kids play in their own development!
- [HomeWord Daily: John Rosemond: Keys to Raising a Well-Behaved Child – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-rosemond-keys-to-raising-a-well-behaved-child-part-2/) - Kids between the ages of 3 and 13 are in the perfect season to really learn how to “mind their manners.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt and Barb Larimore: His Brain, Her Brain & Differences in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-and-barb-larimore-his-brain-her-brain-differences-in-marriage-part-1/) - The differences between men and women can sometimes lead to conflict.
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt and Barb Larimore: His Brain, Her Brain & Differences in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-and-barb-larimore-his-brain-her-brain-differences-in-marriage-part-2/) - Men and women are “wired” differently. These differences sometimes lead to challenges between a husband and wife.
- [HomeWord Daily: Willard Harley: In Defense of Traditional Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-willard-harley-in-defense-of-traditional-marriage-part-1/) - Traditional marriage is under attack by the liberal elite.
- [HomeWord Daily: Willard Harley: In Defense of Traditional Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-willard-harley-in-defense-of-traditional-marriage-part-2/) - Defending a traditional marriage isn’t always easy . . . but it is always worth the effort!
- [HomeWord Daily: Brian Berry: Tips for Protecting Your Marriage and Family from a Busy Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-brian-berry-tips-for-protecting-your-marriage-and-family-from-a-busy-life-part-1/) - Self-care is not selfish. Pastor and author Brian Berry talks about why “The best gift you can give your marriage is a healthy self.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Brian Berry: Tips for Protecting Your Marriage and Family from a Busy Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-brian-berry-tips-for-protecting-your-marriage-and-family-from-a-busy-life-part-2/) - Pastor and author Brian Berry is convinced that “The best gift you can give your community and ministry is a healthy family.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-1-3/) - In a landmark book, For Women Only, author Shaunti (SHAWN tee) Feldhahn showed women what the men in their lives really wanted to them to know about them.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-2-2/) - If you haven’t been able to get the man in your life to “open up” to you, today’s program is for you!
- [Dealing with the Five Most Common Ways Couples Disagree About Money](https://homeword.com/articles/dealing-with-the-five-most-common-ways-couples-disagree-about-money/) - Most of us have had the occasional heart-to-heart talk with our spouse over family finances. It probably comes as no surprise, then, that arguing about money is one of the most common arguments married couples experience. However, when a married couple continually argues over money, it puts a tremendous strain on their relationship, regardless of
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti & Jeff Feldhahn: A Man’s Guide to a Woman’s Heart - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-jeff-feldhahn-a-mans-guide-to-a-womans-heart-part-1/) - When it comes to understand what women want, most men are pretty clueless.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti & Jeff Feldhahn: A Man’s Guide to a Woman’s Heart - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-jeff-feldhahn-a-mans-guide-to-a-womans-heart-part-2/) - To most men, a woman’s heart seems like a “swamp of emotions” – and yet, it is possible for a guy to understand how his girl is feeling!
- [HomeWord Daily: Sandy Coughlin: Confessions of a Reluctant Entertainer - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sandy-coughlin-confessions-of-a-reluctant-entertainer-part-1-2/) - When she first got married, Sandy Coughlin liked the idea of having guests over to her home – she just was a bit hesitant to actually invite them!
- [HomeWord Daily: Sandy Coughlin: Confessions of a Reluctant Entertainer - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sandy-coughlin-confessions-of-a-reluctant-entertainer-part-2-2/) - Each month, thousands of women enjoy the blog called “The Reluctant Entertainer” for tips on how to welcome guests into your home without going crazy
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Being a Woman of Purpose - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-being-a-woman-of-purpose-part-1-2/) - Many women today are suffering from a lingering sense of doubt . . . a feeling that their lives are without focus or direction.
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Being a Woman of Purpose - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-being-a-woman-of-purpose-part-2-2/) - A painful divorce left author Katie Brazelton wondering what her purpose in life really was
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Arrange Your Life: Find Calm in the Chaos – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-arrange-your-life-find-calm-in-the-chaos-part-1/) - The Christian life is a life of freedom, but having a “Rule of Life” helps us find the pathway to living a life that is truly pleasing to God.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Arrange Your Life: Find Calm in the Chaos – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-arrange-your-life-find-calm-in-the-chaos-part-2/) - Does having a “Rule of Life” mean that you’re not living by faith? Author Ruth Haley Barton doesn’t think so.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal/Laura Petherbridge: Keys to Becoming a Smart Stepmom – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-laura-petherbridge-keys-to-becoming-a-smart-stepmom-part-1/) - Motherhood can seem like a difficult task – but being a stepmom requires an extra special set of skills and talents.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal/Laura Petherbridge: Keys to Becoming a Smart Stepmom – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-laura-petherbridge-keys-to-becoming-a-smart-stepmom-part-2/) - If you grew up in a home where your parents divorced and then remarried, you may feel as though you have an upper hand on being a successful stepparent.
- [HomeWord Daily: Cheryl Meier: Deepening Your Relationship with Others, Yourself & God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-cheryl-meier-deepening-your-relationship-with-others-yourself-god-part-1/) - Each of us was made by God for the purpose of relationships – with Him, with others . . . and ourselves!
- [HomeWord Daily: Cheryl Meier: Deepening Your Relationship with Others, Yourself & God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-cheryl-meier-deepening-your-relationship-with-others-yourself-god-part-2/) - Each of us was created for relationships . . . and, yet, developing and maintaining relationships can be extremely difficult!
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Phillips: Fathers and Sons: The Passage into Manhood – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-phillips-fathers-and-sons-the-passage-into-manhood-part-1-2/) - Dads with sons are in a unique position of being able to make a difference that will shape the destiny of the next generation.
- [HomeWord Daily: Randy Phillips: Fathers and Sons: The Passage into Manhood – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-randy-phillips-fathers-and-sons-the-passage-into-manhood-part-2-2/) - The influence father has on the life of his sons can impact the culture for generations to come.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-1-2/) - The media is filled with sex-saturated images that can lead some kids to believe that “everyone is doing it.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-2-2/) - Kids are growing up in a culture where it seems like sex is everywhere.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Teens and Sexual Purity: Mission Possible! – Part 3](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-teens-and-sexual-purity-mission-possible-part-3-2/) - Sexual purity involves more than just saying “no” to intercourse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gregston: Help for Kids in Crisis - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gregston-help-for-kids-in-crisis-part-1-2/) - Many kids are facing crisis situations like eating disorders . . . and drug and alcohol abuse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gregston: Help for Kids in Crisis - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gregston-help-for-kids-in-crisis-part-2-2/) - No parent ever thinks their child will face a crisis because of drug or alcohol abuse . . . cutting . . . or an eating disorder.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Creating the Family You’ve Always Wanted – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-creating-the-family-youve-always-wanted-part-1-2/) - Over the years, many media-created families have been looked upon as “ideal.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Williams: Building a Great Relationship with Your Adult – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-williams-building-a-great-relationship-with-your-adult-part-2-2/) - Since 2003, the number of young adults who have moved back in with their parents has risen 60%.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Creating the Family You’ve Always Wanted – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-creating-the-family-youve-always-wanted-part-2-2/) - Just about everyone comes from some kind of dysfunctional family.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend on Boundaries and Teens - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-on-boundaries-and-teens-part-1/) - The teenage years are tough for kids – but they can be even more difficult for the parents who are trying to raise them!
- [What Your Kids Need to Know About Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/articles/what-your-kids-need-to-know-about-forgiveness/) - Regardless of age, everyone experiences hurt inflicted by others. As adults, we know that forgiving someone who has hurt us can be one of the hardest things to do in the entire world. Kids struggle to forgive, too. Despite our struggles, forgiveness is a character quality that is to be a hallmark of Christians. We
- [Five Questions to Ask as You Discipline Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/articles/five-questions-to-ask-as-you-discipline-your-teenager/) - When I was growing up and did something I knew that I should not do, my parents would spank me. My dad had an interesting spanking technique. I can remember him getting mad, deciding he was going to spank me, and then he'd say, "Douglas, go get me something to hit you with." Today, this
- [Five Keys for Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality](https://homeword.com/articles/teaching-your-children-healthy-sexuality/) - A vast majority of kids say they receive more information about sexuality from their friends, media, and school than from their own home. This is not good news because a parent is almost always the person who has the best interest of their child in mind when it comes to sexuality. We need to face
- [16 Ways to Fall in Love All Over Again](https://homeword.com/articles/16-ways-to-fall-in-love-all-over-again/) - Casey and Meygan Caston are wonderfully authentic. They lead a great organization called Marriage365. You can check them out at Marriage365.org. It was that great theologian Vince Lombardi, the long time coach of the Green Bay Packers who said, “When you stray away from the basics, you have gone a long way toward defeat.” In
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend on Boundaries and Teens - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-on-boundaries-and-teens-part-2/) - As a noted psychologist and author, Dr. John Townsend knows which theories are best for setting healthy boundaries for teens.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chip Ingram: Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chip-ingram-raising-positive-kids-in-a-negative-world-part-1/) - We live in a culture that projects some pretty negative images of character attributes that are actually of benefit to our children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chip Ingram: Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chip-ingram-raising-positive-kids-in-a-negative-world-part-2/) - A recent survey of 8-to-12 year olds found that more than half of the kids questioned did not believe they had any hope for the future.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Substance Abuse and Your Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-substance-abuse-and-your-kids-part-1-2/) - Christian therapist Sharon Hersh was stunned to discover that her teenage daughter was into “binge drinking.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Substance Abuse and Your Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-substance-abuse-and-your-kids-part-2-2/) - Kids today are growing up in a culture that places enormous pressure on them to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lee Strobel: Making the Case for Christ - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lee-strobel-making-the-case-for-christ-part-1-2/) - “If you were ever put on trial for being Christians, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” That familiar question is one every parent needs to confront.
- [HomeWord Daily: Lee Strobel: Making the Case for Christ - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lee-strobel-making-the-case-for-christ-part-2-2/) - You don’t have to be a Bible scholar to be able to “make the case for Christ” – especially with your kids!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Pride: When the Drug War Hits Home – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-pride-when-the-drug-war-hits-home-part-1/) - Matt Pride was a good kid. But once he experimented with marijuana, he became addicted – and his addiction turned his whole family upside down.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Pride: When the Drug War Hits Home – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-pride-when-the-drug-war-hits-home-part-2/) - Most of us parents do the best we can to educate our kids about the dangers of drug addiction.
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam McLane: Helping Your Kids Navigate Life Online – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-mclane-helping-your-kids-navigate-life-online-part-1/) - Kids spend the majority of their days connected to some form of social media – but how can parents be sure that they’re staying safe in the virtual world?
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam McLane: Helping Your Kids Navigate Life Online – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-mclane-helping-your-kids-navigate-life-online-part-2/) - If you’re the parent of a teen or pre-teen, your children are “digital natives.” The internet is a way of life for them!
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: Teaching Your Kids Manners – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-teaching-your-kids-manners-part-1/) - Parenting young children can be a challenge – especially when it comes to teaching them to mind!
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: Teaching Your Kids Manners – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-teaching-your-kids-manners-part-2/) - Taming your family “zoo” is important – but how can we correct behavior without crushing character?
- [HomeWord Daily: Danny Holland: Helping Your Kids Map Their Future - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-danny-holland-helping-your-kids-map-their-future-part-1-2/) - A growing number of young children are feeling less and less confident about what their future holds.
- [HomeWord Daily: Danny Holland: Helping Your Kids Map Their Future - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-danny-holland-helping-your-kids-map-their-future-part-2-2/) - Kids today have so many options for how their lives can turn out. That’s why it’s up to us, their parents, for giving them the direction they need to chart their course.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: How and When to Talk to Your Kids about Sex – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-how-and-when-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sex-part-1/) - Sex was God’s idea. He created it – and on this edition of HOMEWORD, Dr. Jim Burns discusses some practical tips for us parents to teach these principles to our children in an age-appropriate fashion.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: How and When to Talk to Your Kids about Sex – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-how-and-when-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sex-part-2-2/) - Kids are growing up in a sex-saturated culture. But on this edition of HOMEWORD, Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion on how to use age-appropriate techniques to talk about this issue in a healthy way.
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-1-2/) - Many couples try in vain to avoid conflict in their marriages – but did you know that a “good fight” can actually make things better?
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-2-2/) - If you keep having “the same argument” over and over again with your spouse, the problem isn’t that you’re always fighting – the problem is you’re not doing it right!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ted Lowe/Doug Fields: Taking Your Marriage from Intervention to Celebration! Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ted-lowe-doug-fields-taking-your-marriage-from-intervention-to-celebration-part-1/) - Strained marriages are commonplace in many congregations – but now there is something churches can do to ease this stress!
- [Parent Research: Overvaluing Kids Fosters Narcissism](https://homeword.com/articles/parent-research-overvaluing-kids-fosters-narcissism/) - A study published online in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggested that parents who believe their child is more special than other kids may be fostering narcissism in their children. The study, conducted by researchers from Ohio State University, found that parents often innocently and with the best intentions, provide exaggerated support
- [Helping Your Teen Become an Adult](https://homeword.com/articles/helping-your-teen-become-an-adult/) - Good parenting means intentional parenting. Don't reduce the influence you have in your adolescent's life by only reacting to whatever is going on at the moment. Rather, be proactive. Set goals for your children's progress towards adulthood. Along the way, review how your teenager is doing. Revise and set new goals as appropriate. The ultimate
- [HomeWord Daily: Ted Lowe/Doug Fields: Taking Your Marriage from Intervention to Celebration! Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ted-lowe-doug-fields-taking-your-marriage-from-intervention-to-celebration-part-2/) - Even if it seems like your marriage is on life-support, there IS hope! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Doug Fields and Ted Lowe, Founder of MarriedPeople Ministries.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Help and Hope for Desperate Marriages – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-help-and-hope-for-desperate-marriages-part-1/) - With the divorce rate hovering around 50%, more and more married couples are feeling the pressure and desperation that comes with trials and struggles.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Help and Hope for Desperate Marriages – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-help-and-hope-for-desperate-marriages-part-2/) - Every marriage goes through seasons when the pressures of life seem to hit a bit harder than others. But if you feel as though your marriage has reached the point of desperation, Dr. Jim Burns and Dr. Gary Chapman have some good news for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kay Warren: When Happiness Isn’t Enough – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kay-warren-when-happiness-isnt-enough-part-1/) - Kay Warren has endured a number of setbacks in her life. Any one of them would be enough to rob of her happiness. But on this special edition of HOMEWORD, she talks with parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns about how she handles life’s ups and downs “When Happiness Isn’t Enough.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kay Warren: When Happiness Isn’t Enough – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kay-warren-when-happiness-isnt-enough-part-2/) - Many people embark on the pursuit of happiness – only to discover that it ultimately doesn’t satisfy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-1/) - According to a recent survey, only 2% of teenage girls consider themselves to be “beautiful.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Ludy: God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-ludy-gods-sacred-intent-for-every-young-woman-part-2/) - Young women are called to live lives that are set apart from the world’s low standards.
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles and Heather Stone: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-and-heather-stone-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-1/) - When Heather Stone was 13, she went from being a compliant “pastor’s kid” to an angry rebel seemingly overnight.
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles and Heather Stone: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-and-heather-stone-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-2/) - If you’re the parent of a rebellious child, check out this powerful conversation featuring Dr. Jim Burns, Pastor Charles Stone and his daughter, Heather – the subject of the book, Daughters Gone Wild, Dads Gone Crazy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerusha Clark: Craving the Life God Chooses for You](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerusha-clark-craving-the-life-god-chooses-for-you/) - One of the most common questions people ask is, “What does God want me to do with the rest of my life?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Feeding Your Kids’ Desires – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-feeding-your-kids-desires-part-1-2/) - God has created each of us with a number of healthy spiritual, emotional and physical “appetites.” But what happens when those desires spiral out of control?
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Feeding Your Kids’ Desires – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-feeding-your-kids-desires-part-2-2/) - Nearly 20% of our nation’s children are classified as “overweight” or “morbidly obese” -- but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Arch Hart & Catherine Hart Weber: Parenting a Hurting Teen - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-arch-hart-catherine-hart-weber-parenting-a-hurting-teen-part-1/) - When your teenager is “in a mood,” how can you tell whether or not she is “stressed or depressed?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Arch Hart & Catherine Hart Weber: Parenting a Hurting Teen - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-arch-hart-catherine-hart-weber-parenting-a-hurting-teen-part-2/) - Teens are under more emotional pressure than ever before . . . but there IS hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-drawing-closer-to-your-spouse-and-to-god-part-1-2/) - The key to experiencing true intimacy in your marriage involves “Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God.” Dr. Jim Burns discusses practical principles for making spiritual intimacy a priority in marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Drawing Closer to Your Spouse and to God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-drawing-closer-to-your-spouse-and-to-god-part-2-2/) - For nearly 40 years, Jim and Cathy Burns have been partners in marriage and ministry. On this special edition of HOMEWORD, you’ll hear some of the keys they’ve discovered over the years for developing true emotional, physical and spiritual intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeramy and Jerusha Clark: Teaching Your Kids the Basics of Dating – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeramy-and-jerusha-clark-teaching-your-kids-the-basics-of-dating-part-1/) - Most parents understand that it’s our responsibility to give our kids positive, value-centered sex education.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeramy and Jerusha Clark: Teaching Your Kids the Basics of Dating – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeramy-and-jerusha-clark-teaching-your-kids-the-basics-of-dating-part-2/) - Just because we parents don’t want to talk about it . . . and our kids really don’t know how to define it – that still doesn’t get us off the hook from “Teaching Our Kids the Basics of Dating.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting Rid of Unhealthy Beliefs – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-rid-of-unhealthy-beliefs-part-1/) - The starting of a new year is the perfect time to take a long, honest look at the direction in which your life is heading.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting Rid of Unhealthy Beliefs – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-rid-of-unhealthy-beliefs-part-2/) - It’s been said that 10% of our lives are determined by the problems we face – and 90% of our lives are determined by what we think about those circumstances
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Finding Success in the Game of Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-finding-success-in-the-game-of-life-part-1/) - As a child, John Ortberg loved to play the board game called Monopoly. And it was while playing this game that he discovered a valuable lesson about “Finding Success in the Game of Life.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Finding Success in the Game of Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-finding-success-in-the-game-of-life-part-2/) - What is the key to “Finding Success in the Game of Life?” Discover the spiritual lessons we can learn from playing a popular board game!
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: Experiencing the Difference Courage Makes – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-experiencing-the-difference-courage-makes-part-1/) - The Bible says that “perfect love casts out fear.” So we is it so difficult for us to live out?
- [Parent Research: Setting an Example for Distracted Teen Drivers](https://homeword.com/articles/parent-research-setting-an-example-for-distracted-teen-drivers/) - Summer is the deadliest season for teen drivers, with seven of the top 10 deadliest days occurring during the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, according to the American Automobile Association. Teens drive more during the summer, which may account for the increased risk. Also adding to the risks for teen drivers is
- [Tips for Becoming a Better Dad](https://homeword.com/articles/tips-for-becoming-a-better-dad/) - In our culture, when it comes to parenting, the role that fathers play too often been minimized. Typically, moms are more connected and involved in the parenting process. But this doesn't mean that dads aren't important (they are!) or that they shouldn't give their best efforts to becoming the kind of father that God desires
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: Experiencing the Difference Courage Makes – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-experiencing-the-difference-courage-makes-part-2/) - Our kids are growing up in a culture where bullying is becoming more and more common – but your child does not have to be a victim.
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Getting the Most Out of Prayer – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-getting-the-most-out-of-prayer-part-1/) - If you feel as though your prayer life has become routine or an empty exercise, author and counselor Dr. Larry Crabb has some good news for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Getting the Most Out of Prayer – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-getting-the-most-out-of-prayer-part-2/) - Sometimes prayer can seem like nothing more than a means to an end or a one-sided conversation where you do all the talking.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth: Finding New Life After Your Divorce - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-finding-new-life-after-your-divorce-part-1-2/) - When divorce hits your home, you may feel as though your life is over.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth: Finding New Life After Your Divorce - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-finding-new-life-after-your-divorce-part-2-2/) - More than half of all households today have been affected by a divorce . . . but that doesn’t mean there isn’t hope after divorce hits.
- [HomeWord Daily: Angela Thomas: My Single-Mom Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-angela-thomas-my-single-mom-life-part-1-2/) - While every divorce is different, there are many common emotions divorced women experience – especially if they have children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Angela Thomas: My Single-Mom Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-angela-thomas-my-single-mom-life-part-2-2/) - Even though she was determined to become the best single mom possible, Angela Thomas still struggled with feelings of guilt, shame and loneliness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Karol Ladd: More Calm and Less Stress for Parents – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karol-ladd-more-calm-and-less-stress-for-parents-part-1-2/) - If the pressures of life are getting you down, Dr. Jim Burns is giving you permission to “Lighten Up!”
- [HomeWord Daily: Karol Ladd: More Calm and Less Stress for Parents – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karol-ladd-more-calm-and-less-stress-for-parents-part-2-2/) - Just because the holidays are here doesn’t mean that your family isn’t being affected by too much stress in your home.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Fine-Tune Your Relationships - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-fine-tune-your-relationships-part-1-2/) - Each one of us has an emotional, physical and psychological “layout” encoded in our DNA.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Fine-Tune Your Relationships - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-fine-tune-your-relationships-part-2-2/) - In an encore presentation of one of our All-Time Most Popular programs, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns again welcomes Dr. Gary Smalley to HOMEWORD. Their topic – how understanding the “DNA of relationships” will help you fine-tune the relationships most important to you.
- [HomeWord Daily: Linda Mintle: Help for Parents of Overweight Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-linda-mintle-help-for-parents-of-overweight-kids-part-1-2/) - Many children today are at risk of becoming obese before their 18th birthdays – but there is good news!
- [HomeWord Daily: Linda Mintle: Help for Parents of Overweight Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-linda-mintle-help-for-parents-of-overweight-kids-part-2-2/) - A recent report indicated that as many as 64% of American adults are overweight – so it should be no surprise that our children are dealing with weight issues also!
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt Larimore: God’s Design for the Highly Healthy Family - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-larimore-gods-design-for-the-highly-healthy-family-part-1-2/) - There are three components of a “highly healthy family.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Walt Larimore: God’s Design for the Highly Healthy Family - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-walt-larimore-gods-design-for-the-highly-healthy-family-part-2-2/) - If you’re looking for ways to maintain and even improve the physical, emotional and spiritual health of your family, you’ll want to pay careful attention to this special edition of HOMEWORD!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Blue: Keys to Financial Freedom - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-blue-keys-to-financial-freedom-part-1/) - Hundreds of thousands of families have benefited from the wisdom of Ron Blue and his Mastering Your Money series.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Blue: Keys to Financial Freedom - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-blue-keys-to-financial-freedom-part-2/) - Ron Blue is one of the premier authorities in the Church today on stewardship.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Borthwick: Keys to Simplifying Your Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-borthwick-keys-to-simplifying-your-life-part-1-2/) - We live in a culture that is so packed with good things that sometimes it can seem overwhelming.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Borthwick: Keys to Simplifying Your Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-borthwick-keys-to-simplifying-your-life-part-2-2/) - The things that used to be considered luxuries are now considered to be necessities in our culture – and that means we’re surrounded by more stuff than ever before!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dan Chun: Finding a Lifelong Partner in Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dan-chun-finding-a-lifelong-partner-in-marriage-part-1-2/) - More and more Christian singles are “staying on the sidelines” when it comes to love and romance – but they don’t have to!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dan Chun: Finding a Lifelong Partner in Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dan-chun-finding-a-lifelong-partner-in-marriage-part-2-2/) - If you or someone you know has been “waiting for Mr. or Ms. Right” for too long, you’ll appreciate this conversation with Pastor Dan Chun – author of the new book, How to Pick a Spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Hearing What Your Daughter Isn’t Telling You - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-hearing-what-your-daughter-isnt-telling-you-part-1-2/) - This generation of parents does a great job of trying to connect with their daughters – but . . . .
- [How to Help Kids Cope with Tragedy](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-help-kids-cope-with-tragedy/) - Most everyone is grieved when we hear of another horrible incident where innocent lives are lost and it was no different this time around when we learned the details of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. We were struck with great sadness in learning that so many were killed in this heinous act of violence. When
- [No Quick Fixes: Exceptional Parents Are Intentional Parents](https://homeword.com/articles/no-quick-fixes-exceptional-parents-are-intentional-parents/) - By Doug and Cathy Fields Let's begin with some truth-telling: Parenting is difficult! Yes, it's hard. But what you do as a parent every day and every week matters. Your actions--over time--are the single greatest influence in the life of your child. Still, many parents wind up relying on quick fixes as a parenting style.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Hearing What Your Daughter Isn’t Telling You - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-hearing-what-your-daughter-isnt-telling-you-part-2-2/) - Sometimes teen and pre-teenage girls talk so much, their parents wish they would stop talking altogether!
- [HomeWord Daily: Harris Brothers: Inspiring Your Kids to Overcome Complacency – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-harris-brothers-inspiring-your-kids-to-overcome-complacency-part-1/) - Our children are growing up in a culture that affords a lot of opportunities . . . but it also can become a breeding ground for laziness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Harris Brothers: Inspiring Your Kids to Overcome Complacency – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-harris-brothers-inspiring-your-kids-to-overcome-complacency-part-2/) - During adolescence, some kids become extremely motivated to prepare for adulthood – while others seem to have trouble moving out of the “comfort zone” of youth.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Peel: Extreme Makeover for Desperate Households – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-peel-extreme-makeover-for-desperate-households-part-1-2/) - Many of us feel as though our houses could use an “extreme makeover.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathy Peel: Extreme Makeover for Desperate Households – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathy-peel-extreme-makeover-for-desperate-households-part-2-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns concludes his two-part conversation with America Online’s Family Coach Kathy Peel.
- [HomeWord Daily: Max Lucado: Finding the Cure for the Common Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-max-lucado-finding-the-cure-for-the-common-life-part-1-2/) - If you’re going through a season of reflection – and you discover you’re stuck in a rut - you’ll appreciate Dr. Jim Buns’ conversation with best-selling author Max Lucado.
- [HomeWord Daily: Max Lucado: Finding the Cure for the Common Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-max-lucado-finding-the-cure-for-the-common-life-part-2-2/) - Even though God made you, that doesn’t mean you’re not going to feel ordinary at times.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-1/) - Often times the world can’t see the Lord’s influence on our lives because they don’t know where to look.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-2/) - When a lonely heart goes searching for God, many times it turns out that “the journey is its own reward.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jon Wallace: Leaders are Born Where Mentors are Found](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jon-wallace-leaders-are-born-where-mentors-are-found-2/) - Mentoring can make all the difference in the life of a child. And yet, finding a mentor isn’t always easy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathi Lipp - 21 Ways to Connect with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathi-lipp-21-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids-2/) - Author Kathi Lipp knows the challenges of connecting with hormonal teenagers – and she understands the value of wanting to build relationship with stepchildren.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari - Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-1-3/) - Christina DiMari overcame a childhood of abuse and neglect to become a shining star in God’s eyes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari - Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-2-3/) - As a teenager, Christina DiMari used to go to the beach with her friends to escape the abusive environment in her home.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson - A Wife’s Guide to Understanding Her Husband – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-wifes-guide-to-understanding-her-husband-part-1/) - It’s no secret that men and women are different – so why do so many wives expect their husbands to think like women?
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson - A Wife’s Guide to Understanding Her Husband – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-a-wifes-guide-to-understanding-her-husband-part-2/) - Men struggle the most with relationships – an area where women excel! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Rick Johnson about some practical ways for wives to help bridge this gap and improve their marriages.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mike Erre - Recapturing the Wonder of Life with God - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mike-erre-recapturing-the-wonder-of-life-with-god-part-1/) - The faith journey can seem like a mystery – but would you be surprised to learn that God is actually more interested in making it even more mysterious?
- [HomeWord Daily: Mike Erre - Recapturing the Wonder of Life with God - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mike-erre-recapturing-the-wonder-of-life-with-god-part-2/) - In a culture driven by answers, it might seem unnatural to want a “mysterious experience” with God.
- [HomeWord Daily: Pat Williams - How to Build Character in Your Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pat-williams-how-to-build-character-in-your-kids-part-1/) - One of the most valuable gifts you can give your kids is to equip them to make right and wise decisions in their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Pat Williams - How to Build Character in Your Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pat-williams-how-to-build-character-in-your-kids-part-2/) - Every child is born with the capacity to live a life of character.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin - Why Men “Check Out” of Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-why-men-check-out-of-marriage-part-1/) - Author Paul Coughlin has seen too many guys who are married but not engaged to their wives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin - Why Men “Check Out” of Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-why-men-check-out-of-marriage-part-2/) - A growing number of men are physically present in their homes and marriages – but emotionally they abandoned their spouses and families a long time ago!
- [Making Your Home a Putdown-Free Zone](https://homeword.com/articles/making-your-home-a-putdown-free-zone/) - “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me!” Oh yeah…? When we were growing up, our parents gave us some pretty flimsy advice when it came to dealing with taunts, teasing, and putdowns. “Just ignore it,” they’d say. “Easier said than done,” was usually my response. Scripture is quite clear
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn - Confronting the Myths about Marriage and Divorce - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-confronting-the-myths-about-marriage-and-divorce-part-1/) - The divorce rate is 50% - right? Dr. Jim Burns talks with author and researcher Shaunti Feldhahn about why this statistic is so often misquoted.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn - Confronting the Myths about Marriage and Divorce - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldhahn-confronting-the-myths-about-marriage-and-divorce-part-2/) - In spite of media reports to the contrary, there is actually quite a bit of good news about marriage – especially in the Church today!
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Real Talk: Soul to Soul Communication - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-real-talk-soul-to-soul-communication-part-1/) - It’s no secret that we were made for relationships . . . but, too often, we judge their quality by how many details we know about a person’s life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Larry Crabb: Real Talk: Soul to Soul Communication - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-larry-crabb-real-talk-soul-to-soul-communication-part-2/) - Who better to really understand the “heart issues” of your life than a true friend who knows how to listen from the heart!
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth - How to Balance Work and Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-how-to-balance-work-and-family-part-1/) - Bill Butterworth knows how challenging it can be to keep some sort of balance between your career and your personal life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bill Butterworth - How to Balance Work and Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bill-butterworth-how-to-balance-work-and-family-part-2/) - The breathless pace of modern living can make it difficult for parents to find the right balance between work and family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - An Imperfect Path to a Great Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-an-imperfect-path-to-a-great-family-part-1/) - Jim Daly says that he grew up “in a home that put the d in dysfunction.” And yet, God led him from a most unusual upbringing to become the current President of Focus on the family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - An Imperfect Path to a Great Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-an-imperfect-path-to-a-great-family-part-2/) - Even though he grew up in a highly dysfunctional home, Jim Daly’s high school football coach led him to Christ – and launched him on a path that resulted in him being named President of Focus on the Family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly - Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-becoming-the-father-you-were-meant-to-be/) - The number of American children growing up without a father in the home is on the rise – and the number of dads who ARE present in the lives of their kids often lack the confidence to help them out.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud - 10 Tips for Living a Purposeful Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-10-tips-for-living-a-purposeful-life-part-1/) - One of the biggest challenges Christians face today is resisting the temptation to repeat old, unhealthy patterns.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud - 10 Tips for Living a Purposeful Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-10-tips-for-living-a-purposeful-life-part-2/) - Have you ever wondered why a “nice girl” keeps going out with “jerks?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: When “Mean Girls” Become “Angry Moms” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-when-mean-girls-become-angry-moms-part-1/) - Bullying has become more common among teen and pre-teen girls these days . . . but what happens to these “Mean Girls” when they move into adulthood?
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: When “Mean Girls” Become “Angry Moms” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-when-mean-girls-become-angry-moms-part-2/) - Sometimes, when a young girl is being bullied, her bully is the daughter of a fellow “mean girl” who never really got over that stage of her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: Making Things Right with Those You Love](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-making-things-right-with-those-you-love-2/) - There are many reasons why apologies don’t come easy for many people – not the least of which is the fact that there are actually 5 “languages of apology.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Eldredge: What Real Manhood Means - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-eldredge-what-real-manhood-means-part-1/) - Boys don’t just automatically become men the day they turn 18.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Eldredge: What Real Manhood Means - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-eldredge-what-real-manhood-means-part-2/) - John Eldredge has influenced the lives of thousands of men by showing them how to follow the map for the masculine journey.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ray Johnston: Hopeful Living in a Hopeless World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ray-johnston-hopeful-living-in-a-hopeless-world-part-1/) - The common ingredient in the life of every thriving person is hope.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ray Johnston: Hopeful Living in a Hopeless World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ray-johnston-hopeful-living-in-a-hopeless-world-part-2/) - Pastor Ray Johnston has discovered seven principles that can help restore a sense of hope in your life and relationships.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sean McDowell: Raising Bold Kids in a “Whatever” World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sean-mcdowell-raising-bold-kids-in-a-whatever-world-part-1/) - Kids are growing up in a culture that tells them that there is no such thing as absolute truth. As a result, many of them adopt a “whatever” attitude toward life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sean McDowell: Raising Bold Kids in a “Whatever” World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sean-mcdowell-raising-bold-kids-in-a-whatever-world-part-2/) - Less than 5 percent of Christian kids live their lives according a biblical worldview – and a lot of their friends are guided by “So what?” attitude.
- [HomeWord Daily: Richard Stearns: What Does God Expect of Us? Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-richard-stearns-what-does-god-expect-of-us-part-1/) - Each of us is on a journey to discover our purpose in life. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Richard Stearns about how that journey can often reveal our real priorities. “What Does God Expect of Us?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Richard Stearns: What Does God Expect of Us? Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-richard-stearns-what-does-god-expect-of-us-part-2/) - More than 1 billion people in the world today have less than $1 available to them to meet all of their physical needs for the next 24 hours.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeff and Brenda Schulte: Being Transparent with Your Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeff-and-brenda-schulte-being-transparent-with-your-kids-part-1/) - As the parents of six children, Pastor Jeff Schulte and his wife, Brenda, know the value of authenticity.
- [Adolescent Research: Update on Teens and Concussions](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-teen-athletes-and-concussions/) - In recent years there has been a considerable focus on the dangers and consequences of concussions, particularly those associated with athletics. While much of the spotlight has fallen on professional sports and athletes, ongoing research continues to reveal more information about teens and concussions. A review of HomeWord's Culture Blog posts from the past year
- [Lead with Love, Purpose, and Authority](https://homeword.com/articles/lead-with-love-purpose-and-authority/) - I fear that too many parents have indulged and enabled their children to such an extent that they have helped create irresponsible and even narcissistic ones. When we have weak, inconsistent discipline and poor boundaries, kids just aren’t willing to grow up. I don’t mean that kids shouldn’t be nurtured and affirmed. Every child needs
- [HomeWord Daily: Jeff and Brenda Schulte: Being Transparent with Your Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jeff-and-brenda-schulte-being-transparent-with-your-kids-part-2/) - It's not easy to stay vulnerable and authentic with your kids when you have six of them living at home!
- [HomeWord Daily: Juli Slattery: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Enjoying Intimacy – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-juli-slattery-what-wives-wish-their-husbands-knew-about-enjoying-intimacy-part-1/) - Many Christian couples face challenges in the area of physical intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Juli Slattery: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Enjoying Intimacy – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-juli-slattery-what-wives-wish-their-husbands-knew-about-enjoying-intimacy-part-2/) - When a wife grows frustrated in her marriage, often times she pulls away from her husband in hopes that he will somehow “figure out” the source of her unhappiness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-a-womans-guide-to-meeting-god-part-1-2/) - The key to experiencing true contentment involves truly seeking the Lord.
- [HomeWord Daily: Donna Jones: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-donna-jones-a-womans-guide-to-meeting-god-part-2-2/) - Many women pursue a relationship with the Lord without ever really meeting Him face to face.
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Tips for Discovering How Your Teen is Wired – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-tips-for-discovering-how-your-teen-is-wired-part-1/) - Every child comes “hard-wired” by God with certain strengths, weaknesses, gifts, talents and liabilities.
- [HomeWord Daily: Katie Brazelton: Tips for Discovering How Your Teen is Wired – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-katie-brazelton-tips-for-discovering-how-your-teen-is-wired-part-2/) - It’s not easy to have meaningful parent-teen conversations . . . but it IS possible!
- [HomeWord Daily: Todd Cartmell: Defeating Disrespectful Behavior in Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-todd-cartmell-defeating-disrespectful-behavior-in-kids-part-1/) - If you were to ask parents what’s the one thing they would change about their kids, the majority would say they like their children to be more respectful.
- [HomeWord Daily: Todd Cartmell: Defeating Disrespectful Behavior in Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-todd-cartmell-defeating-disrespectful-behavior-in-kids-part-2/) - One of the biggest challenges facing parents today is teaching children self-respect and common courtesy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary DeMuth: Raising Authentic Kids in a Post-Modern World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-demuth-raising-authentic-kids-in-a-post-modern-world-part-1/) - If you’re in your 40’s or 50’s right now, you grew up in a culture that reflected a biblical worldview. However, this attitude is no longer the norm.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary DeMuth: Raising Authentic Kids in a Post-Modern World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-demuth-raising-authentic-kids-in-a-post-modern-world-part-2/) - Mary DeMuth and her husband left the U.S. for 3 years to help start a church in France. Upon their return, they found the spiritual climate in their country had changed dramatically.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Faith Conversations for Families - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-faith-conversations-for-families-part-1/) - It’s not easy to get your kids interested in “family devotions.” But Dr. Jim Burns has some practical ways for making “devotion time” fun for your children – and relatively painless for Mom and Dad, too!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Faith Conversations for Families - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-faith-conversations-for-families-part-2/) - Many times we parents hear the words, “Family Devotions” and feel we have to start preaching at our children. But there’s a more effective way to impart biblical wisdom!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Becoming a Smart Stepdad – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-becoming-a-smart-stepdad-part-1/) - Many dads in blended families might be a bit out of the loop in terms of how to handle their step-children this time of year.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Becoming a Smart Stepdad – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-becoming-a-smart-stepdad-part-2/) - Step-parents have a challenging role to play in a blended family.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susan Bramel/Teri Gundlach: Why Every Mom Needs a Best Friend - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susan-brammel-teri-gundlach-why-every-mom-needs-a-best-friend-part-1/) - Susan Brammel and Teri Gundlach met when their children were very young. As their families grew, so did their friendship.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susan Bramel/Teri Gundlach: Why Every Mom Needs a Best Friend - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susan-brammel-teri-gundlach-why-every-mom-needs-a-best-friend-part-2/) - Circumstances brought Susan Brammel and Teri Gundlach together – but it has taken a variety of twists and turns to keep their friendship growing strong.
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam Stadtmiller: Leading Your Kids to a Sustainable Faith – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-stadtmiller-leading-your-kids-to-a-sustainable-faith-part-1/) - An alarming number of young adults who grew up in the Church are turning away from faith in Jesus Christ.
- [HomeWord Daily: Adam Stadtmiller: Leading Your Kids to a Sustainable Faith – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-adam-stadtmiller-leading-your-kids-to-a-sustainable-faith-part-2/) - Passing faith on to your children begins when you give them the opportunity to experience God’s presence, love and protection for themselves.
- [HomeWord Daily: Greg Stier: Helping Your Kids Live Their Gospel Journey – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-greg-stier-helping-your-kids-live-their-gospel-journey-part-1/) - There’s nothing more inspiring than to see a young person really excited about living out their faith!
- [HomeWord Daily: Greg Stier: Helping Your Kids Live Their Gospel Journey – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-greg-stier-helping-your-kids-live-their-gospel-journey-part-2/) - Greg Stier is President of Dare 2 Share Ministries – an organization dedicated to helping kids enjoy the adventure of living out their faith in Jesus Christ.
- [Why Dating Your Spouse is Good for the Whole Family](https://homeword.com/articles/why-dating-your-spouse-is-good-for-the-whole-family/) - Life these days moves at a pretty hectic pace. And, in all honesty, I don't think that's a good thing. But what concerns me more than just the busyness of life, however, is the fact that so many parents--even Christians--seem to be of the mind that all of this "activity" is somehow actually beneficial. When
- [Be a AAA Parent](https://homeword.com/articles/be-a-aaa-parent/) - When I'm asked about what parents can do every day (besides praying) to make a huge difference in their kids' lives, I tell them three things that can make them "AAA Parents." Affection. Everyone needs affection to thrive, but kids want affection from their parents. I'm convinced that one of the reasons teenagers become sexually
- [Teens and Social Media Fads & Challenges](https://homeword.com/articles/teens-and-social-media-fads-challenges/) - In today's culture, people are drawn toward participation in social media challenges, and teenagers are no exception. You likely remember popular fads and challenges over the years like the Ice-Bucket Challenge, the Fire Challenge, the Cinnamon Challenge, Bottle Flipping, and the Duct Tape Challenge. We've recently seen the Nyquil Chicken Challenge, the One Chip Challenge, and a reappearance of the potentially deadly Blackout
- [HomeWord Daily: Tim Kimmel: How God’s Grace Makes Us Better Parents - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tim-kimmel-how-gods-grace-makes-us-better-parents-part-1/) - It’s no secret that kids tend to thrive in homes where their parents use equal measures of grace and mercy to raise them.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tim Kimmel: How God’s Grace Makes Us Better Parents - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tim-kimmel-how-gods-grace-makes-us-better-parents-part-2/) - God’s grace is the one tool necessary for every parent to meet the three essential needs of every child.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Hunt: Tips for Raising Financially Confident Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-hunt-tips-for-raising-financially-confident-kids-part-1/) - After 12 years of marriage, Mary Hunt was a wife, a mother – and the proud owner of $100,000 in credit card debt!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Hunt: Tips for Raising Financially Confident Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-hunt-tips-for-raising-financially-confident-kids-part-2/) - Is it better for parents to pay for everything their children need – or to put them “on salary?”
- [HomeWord Daily: William Hendricks: A Husband’s Loss, A Family’s Hope - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-william-hendricks-a-husbands-loss-a-familys-hope-part-1-2/) - When Bill Hendricks found out that his wife, Nancy, had breast cancer, hope was not easy to find.
- [HomeWord Daily: William Hendricks: A Husband’s Loss, A Family’s Hope - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-william-hendricks-a-husbands-loss-a-familys-hope-part-2-2/) - After 15 years of what seemed like an otherwise “normal marriage,” Bill and Nancy Hendricks found themselves dealing with a diagnosis of terminal cancer.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting the Marriage You Want – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-the-marriage-you-want-part-1/) - Best-selling author Gary Smalley says there are six commitments every couple makes that will determine the destiny of their marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Getting the Marriage You Want – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-getting-the-marriage-you-want-part-2/) - Did you know there are six commitments every happily married couple makes that help them get the marriages they want?
- [HomeWord Daily: Robert Paul: Rescuing Your Marriage Relationship – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-robert-paul-rescuing-your-marriage-relationship-part-1/) - Conflict in marriage is inevitable – but that doesn’t mean you’re heading for a divorce!
- [HomeWord Daily: Robert Paul: Rescuing Your Marriage Relationship – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-robert-paul-rescuing-your-marriage-relationship-part-2/) - If you or someone you know feels as though your marriage is on the brink of divorce, you’ll appreciate Dr. Jim Burns’ continuing conversation with Dr. Robert Paul from the National Institute of Marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-1-2/) - Often times the world can’t see the Lord’s influence on our lives because they don’t know where to look.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Finding God in the Most Unexpected Places – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places-part-2-2/) - When a lonely heart goes searching for God, often it turns out that “the journey is its own reward.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles Morris: Grasping Grace after the Death of a Child – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-morris-grasping-grace-after-the-death-of-a-child-part-1-2/) - When his son died from an accidental drug overdose, Charles Morris was left with more questions than answers.
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles Morris: Grasping Grace after the Death of a Child – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-morris-grasping-grace-after-the-death-of-a-child-part-2-2/) - Jeff Morris spent the bulk of his lifetime taking his family an emotional rollercoaster ride that ultimately resulted in his death.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Keys to Raising Great Teenagers – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-keys-to-raising-great-teenagers-part-1/) - In his book called Teenology, Dr. Jim Burns draws on his more than 30 years of youth and family ministry experience to provide parents with a roadmap for helping their kids maneuver through the challenging teen years.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Keys to Raising Great Teenagers – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-keys-to-raising-great-teenagers-part-2/) - Joy and laughter; hormones and drama – those are only a few of the extreme emotions a teenager experiences.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: How to Love and Be Loved – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-how-to-love-and-be-loved-part-1/) - Is it possible to love someone without really caring for them?
- [HomeWord Daily: John Townsend: How to Love and Be Loved – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-townsend-how-to-love-and-be-loved-part-2/) - We can’t really love others until we learn how to be honest with ourselves.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-tips-for-reaching-out-to-hyper-connected-kids-part-1-2/) - Human beings are hard-wired by God for community – but this generation of young people is “hyper-connected” for even more!
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-tips-for-reaching-out-to-hyper-connected-kids-part-2-2/) - Bob Waliszewski is the Director of PluggedInOnline for Focus on the Family. He joins parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns for a continuing conversation about “Tips for Reaching Out to Hyper-Connected Kids.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Developing Personal Integrity - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-developing-personal-integrity-part-1-2/) - In a society where “anything goes,” our kids are looking to us to teach them morals and ethics.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Developing Personal Integrity - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-developing-personal-integrity-part-2-2/) - The key to future success in life is for children to understand the importance of personal integrity at an early age.
- [Improving Communication with Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/articles/improving-communication-with-your-teenager/) - As I’ve interacted with hundreds of parents over the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that if you are having trouble communicating with your teen, you are in the vast majority. So, if you are looking for ways to improve communication with your teen, here are five of my top tips… 1. Make mealtime family
- [How to Have a Happy (Less-Stressful) Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/articles/how-to-have-a-happy-less-stressful-thanksgiving/) - Like many, Thanksgiving Day is one of my favorite holidays on the calendar. Also like many, it has also been one of the busiest, most stressful, and most tiring days of the year for my wife and me. This was true the first year that I decided to prepare a smoked turkey on my back
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-1-2/) - In more than 30 years of youth and family ministry, Dr. Jim Burns has counseled hundreds of parents who’ve all asked him the same question – “Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-1/) - Having raised three teenagers of his own, Dr. Jim Burns knows that the teen years can be a challenge for parents sometimes. But on this edition of HOMEWORD, he’ll talk about some practical ways for parents to do more than just survive this special season for their kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Rice: Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager? Part 3](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-rice-is-it-possible-to-understand-your-teenager-part-3/) - Dr. Jim Burns concludes his three-part conversation with popular youth ministry leader Wayne Rice about the answer to the question, “Is it Possible to Understand Your Teenager?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Munsey: Why Everything About You Matters to God - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-munsey-why-everything-about-you-matters-to-god-part-1-2/) - Throughout the course of your day, everything you do, think and say has an impact on you – as well as everyone else you come in contact with!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Munsey: Why Everything About You Matters to God - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-munsey-why-everything-about-you-matters-to-god-part-2-2/) - Have you ever wondered what kind of legacy you are living today . . . and how that will impact the legacy you are leaving for tomorrow?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Tips for Surviving Your Kids’ Adolescence - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-tips-for-surviving-your-kids-adolescence-part-2-2/) - Adolescence is a tough season for kids . . . but it can be even more difficult for their parents!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim Brown: Adoption: A Beautiful Way to Build Your Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-brown-adoption-a-beautiful-way-to-build-your-family-part-1-2/) - In the 1950's, Kim Brown was one of countless Korean orphans adopted by American families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim Brown: Adoption: A Beautiful Way to Build Your Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-brown-adoption-a-beautiful-way-to-build-your-family-part-2-2/) - Kim Brown is an adult adoptee, and adoptive father and former President of Holt Children's Services which specializes in international adoptions.
- [HomeWord Daily: Daniel Henderson: Overcoming the Consequences of Porn Addiction – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-daniel-henderson-overcoming-the-consequences-of-porn-addiction-part-1-2/) - Daniel Henderson is a pastor who took the courageous step to confront his congregation about pornography.
- [HomeWord Daily: Daniel Henderson: Overcoming the Consequences of Porn Addiction – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-daniel-henderson-overcoming-the-consequences-of-porn-addiction-part-2-2/) - If you or someone you know is struggling with pornography, you know how difficult it seems to be able to break free from this trap.
- [HomeWord Daily:Erwin McManus: Living the Future You Were Meant to Live – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-dailyerwin-mcmanus-living-the-future-you-were-meant-to-live-part-1/) - Erwin McManus believes that God creates each of us to be “pre-great.”
- [HomeWord Daily:Erwin McManus: Living the Future You Were Meant to Live – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-dailyerwin-mcmanus-living-the-future-you-were-meant-to-live-part-2/) - There are so many great opportunities for our lives – but sometimes we get so distracted by all of the choices that our lives begin to flounder!
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Tips for Surviving Your Kids’ Adolescence - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-tips-for-surviving-your-kids-adolescence-part-1-2/) - If you have young kids, it’s inevitable they’ll one day start adolescence – typically around the ages of 10 or 11. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Kevin Leman about the 20 rules parents should follow for helping the entire family get through this foundational season.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ginger Kolbaba: The Remarried Couple’s Guide to Lasting Love – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ginger-kolbaba-the-remarried-couples-guide-to-lasting-love-part-1-2/) - Ginger Kolbaba’s wedding day was her first but her husband’s second.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ginger Kolbaba: The Remarried Couple’s Guide to Lasting Love – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ginger-kolbaba-the-remarried-couples-guide-to-lasting-love-part-2-2/) - Walking down the aisle for the second or third time can bring a new set of challenges to a marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerry Jenkins: Loving Your Marriage Enough to Protect It – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerry-jenkins-loving-your-marriage-enough-to-protect-it-part-1-2/) - During the next 24 hours, for every two couples who marry, one other will divorce.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerry Jenkins: Loving Your Marriage Enough to Protect It – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerry-jenkins-loving-your-marriage-enough-to-protect-it-part-2-2/) - Pornography and infidelity are tearing marriages apart – but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: David Delk: Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-delk-seeing-your-heart-for-god-reflected-in-your-kids-part-1-2/) - If you’re a dad, you know that few things in life will bring you greater joy than seeing your children follow your footsteps in trusting the Lord.
- [HomeWord Daily: David Delk: Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-delk-seeing-your-heart-for-god-reflected-in-your-kids-part-2-2/) - Every father knows that “Seeing Your Heart for God Reflected in Your Kids” is a top priority.
- [HomeWord Daily: Frank Peretti: Dealing with Bullies - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-frank-peretti-dealing-with-bullies-part-1-2/) - It’s tough for a kid to deal with a schoolyard bully – but best-selling author Frank Peretti knows that there’s hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Frank Peretti: Dealing with Bullies - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-frank-peretti-dealing-with-bullies-part-2-2/) - As a child, best-selling author Frank Peretti was bullied, hassled and teased at school because of his appearance.
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Creating a Media-Safe Home – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-creating-a-media-safe-home-part-1/) - Now more than ever before, the Internet is having a powerful influence on the way children look, think and act.
- [20 Memorable Family Christmas Traditions](https://homeword.com/articles/20-memorable-family-christmas-traditions/) - Traditions are important for families because they provide opportunities to keep your family legacy going. From the simple to the silly to the sentimental, traditions can create meaningful memories. Don't hesitate to try out some new traditions this Christmas season and see what works and what doesn't for your own family. You just may create
- [Teenagers and Christmas](https://homeword.com/articles/teenagers-and-christmas/) - For most of us, Christmas is an exciting time of year. It's the same for teenagers. But don't forget that teenagers are experiencing adolescence --- and with this --- come some potentially awkward moments. Buying Christmas gifts for friends. Okay, so your teenager wants you to pay for Christmas gifts for close friends. Well, that
- [HomeWord Daily: Bob Waliszewski: Creating a Media-Safe Home – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-bob-waliszewski-creating-a-media-safe-home-part-2/) - The onslaught of media influence in the world today is leaving many child ren at risk.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jan Morrison: Healing from Sexual Abuse – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jan-morrison-healing-from-sexual-abuse-part-1-2/) - Noted speaker Jan Morrison has endured severe sexual abuse in her childhood and a rape in her adult years.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jan Morrison: Healing from Sexual Abuse – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jan-morrison-healing-from-sexual-abuse-part-2-2/) - Sometimes, the trauma of sexual abuse can seem too overwhelming to get beyond.
- [HomeWord Daily: Norm Wright: Learning to Recover from Loss – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-norm-wright-learning-to-recover-from-loss-part-1-2/) - When tragedy strikes, it’s not always get back to the way things were before the loss.
- [HomeWord Daily: Norm Wright: Learning to Recover from Loss – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-norm-wright-learning-to-recover-from-loss-part-2-2/) - Losses in life can devastate a family – but they can hurt even more deeply during the holidays.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Helping Your Kids Develop a Positive Self-Image – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-helping-your-kids-develop-a-positive-self-image-part-1-2/) - The teen and pre-teen years can be a time of growth and exploration for a child. They can also be a season when playing “the comparison game” can really hurt their self-image!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Helping Your Kids Develop a Positive Self-Image – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-helping-your-kids-develop-a-positive-self-image-part-2-2/) - Remember what it was like when you were going through “those awkward teenage years?” Well, Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion on some practical ways for us parents to ease that pressure with your own children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldha4hn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldha4hn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-1/) - In a landmark book, For Women Only, author Shaunti Feldhahn showed women what the men in their lives really wanted to them to know about them. On this program, she talks with Dr. Jim Burns about her newly updated research and how it provides women today even greater insights into the men in their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shaunti Feldhahn: Understanding the Inner Lives of Men - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shaunti-feldha4hn-understanding-the-inner-lives-of-men-part-2/) - If you haven’t been able to get the man in your life to “open up” to you, this program is for you!
- [HomeWord Daily: David Hawkins: Saying it so He’ll Hear You – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-hawkins-saying-it-so-hell-hear-you-part-1-2/) - One of the biggest sources of frustration in a marriage is when a wife feels as though her husband won’t listen to her.
- [HomeWord Daily: David Hawkins: Saying it so He’ll Hear You – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-david-hawkins-saying-it-so-hell-hear-you-part-2-2/) - It’s no secret that men and women have different styles of communication.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ralph Winter: Reaching Your Kids with The Almighty Bible – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ralph-winter-reaching-your-kids-with-the-almighty-bible-part-1/) - Ralph Winter has produced some of the most popular films in Hollywood over the past 20 years. He’s taking his passion for using new media forms like anime to bring biblical truth to life for kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ralph Winter: Reaching Your Kids with The Almighty Bible – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ralph-winter-reaching-your-kids-with-the-almighty-bible-part-2/) - If your kids like Pokemon, there’s a new version of the Bible you will want them to experience!
- [HomeWord Daily: Nick Yphandtides: Raising Healthy Families – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nick-yphandtides-raising-healthy-families-part-1/) - When his weight reached 467 pounds, Christian physician Dr. Nick Yphantides realized he needed to make a drastic change in the way he looked at his own health.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nick Yphandtides: Raising Healthy Families – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nick-yphandtides-raising-healthy-families-part-2-2/) - Obesity and a cancer scare forced Christian physician Dr. Nick Yphantides to see how poor eating habits he developed as a child led him to the brink of death.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kathi Lipp: Twenty-one Ways to Connect with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kathi-lipp-twenty-one-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids/) - Author Kathi Lipp knows the challenges of connecting with hormonal teenagers – and she understands the value of wanting to build relationship with stepchildren.
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: Is Your Daughter Too “Sexy?” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-is-your-daughter-too-sexy-part-1-2/) - School clothes shopping for teen and pre-teen girls can be a real challenge for their parents because of the provocative clothing styles girls love.
- [HomeWord Daily: Hayley DiMarco: Is Your Daughter Too “Sexy?” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-hayley-dimarco-is-your-daughter-too-sexy-part-2-2/) - The pressure for teen and pre-teen girls to “look sexy” is powerful – and even Christian girls are feeling the pressure to conform.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tracy Melchior: Real Beauty in a “Picture Perfect” World – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tracy-melchior-real-beauty-in-a-picture-perfect-world-part-1/) - After enduring a childhood of neglect and sexual abuse, actress Tracy Melchior discovered that she could use her beauty to manipulate men in relationships.
- [HomeWord Daily: Tracy Melchior: Real Beauty in a “Picture Perfect” World – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tracy-melchior-real-beauty-in-a-picture-perfect-world-part-2-2/) - From the moment she arrived in Hollywood, there was no doubt that Tracy Melchior’s beauty would lead her to a career as an actress and model.
- [HomeWord Daily: Joanne Heim: The Joy of Simplicity in a World of “More” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-joanne-heim-the-joy-of-simplicity-in-a-world-of-more-part-1-2/) - A lot of what we do and have is good for us . . . but the question many of us need to be asking is, “How much is too much?”
- [Are You a Jesus Coach to Your Kids?](https://homeword.com/articles/are-you-a-jesus-coach-to-your-kids/) - A few years ago, my doctor didn’t tell me to begin mountain biking, but he did say, “You’ve better find some type of exercise program that you like or you’re going to die.” (I’m not sure those were his exact words, but they’re close.) Then, I was dumb enough to tell my wife what my doctor said
- [The Power of Being There](https://homeword.com/articles/the-power-of-being-there/) - As your kids move through childhood into adolescence, one constant remains --- they regard your presence as a sign of caring and connectedness. I like to call this phenomenon "the power of being there." Now, a funny thing happens to children once they reach the teenage years: They don't seem to want their parents around
- [Adolescent Research: Update on Teens and Marijuana Use](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-update-on-teens-and-marijuana-use/) - As the number of states which have legalized the recreational use of marijuana has increased, the cultural normalization of the drug has become part of the American landscape. And as retail and online outlets have multiplied, marijuana-based products have become more far more accessible to adolescents. A review of marijuana-related studies over the period of
- [HomeWord Daily: Joanne Heim: The Joy of Simplicity in a World of “More” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-joanne-heim-the-joy-of-simplicity-in-a-world-of-more-part-2-2/) - We live in a world where the accumulation of “stuff” is seen as a sign of success.
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles and Heather Stone: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-and-heather-stone-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-1-2/) - When Heather Stone was 13, she went from being a compliant “pastor’s kid” to an angry rebel seemingly overnight.
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Turn Your Marriage Around in Only 10 Days! Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-turn-your-marriage-around-in-only-10-days-part-1/) - The start of a new year is the perfect time to fine-tune your relationship with your spouse!
- [HomeWord Daily: Charles and Heather Stone: Restoring a Relationship with a Rebellious Child - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-charles-and-heather-stone-restoring-a-relationship-with-a-rebellious-child-part-2-2/) - If you’re the parent of a rebellious child, check out this powerful conversation featuring Dr. Jim Burns, Pastor Charles Stone and his daughter, Heather – the subject of the book, Daughters Gone Wild, Dads Gone Crazy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Turn Your Marriage Around in Only 10 Days! Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-turn-your-marriage-around-in-only-10-days-part-2/) - Whether you’ve been married a few months or several years, it only takes a few “little problems” to create some major distance between you and your spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-raising-a-spiritually-strong-daughter-part-1-2/) - One of the most common questions Christian moms ask is, “How can I pass on my faith to my daughter?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jerusha Clark: Craving the Life God Chooses for You](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jerusha-clark-craving-the-life-god-chooses-for-you-3/) - One of the most common questions people ask is, “What does God want me to do with the rest of my life?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Susie Shellenberger: Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-susie-shellenberger-raising-a-spiritually-strong-daughter-part-2-2/) - There are so many negative influences affecting young girls today – but it is possible to have a positive influence on your daughter!
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Feeding Your Kids’ Desires – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-feeding-your-kids-desires-part-1-3/) - God has created each of us with a number of healthy spiritual, emotional and physical “appetites.” But what happens when those desires spiral out of control?
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Keys to Successful Stepfamilies - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-keys-to-successful-stepfamilies-part-1-2/) - With an increasing divorce rate in the Church today, more and more Christians are facing the challenge of establishing new “blended families.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Ron Deal: Keys to Successful Stepfamilies - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ron-deal-keys-to-successful-stepfamilies-part-2-2/) - The divorce rate among second and third marriages is considerably higher than for first marriages . . . and a main reason is that the resulting stepfamily really has a hard time “gelling.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Healing Your Marriage with Forgiveness – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-healing-your-marriage-with-forgiveness-part-1/) - Every married couple experiences seasons when spouses will completely frustrate each other.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: Healing Your Marriage with Forgiveness – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-healing-your-marriage-with-forgiveness-part-2/) - Put-downs, forgetfulness, rudeness, thoughtlessness – each of these can fracture a marriage and prevent true intimacy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim and Jill Kelly: Parenting Your Kids for the Game of Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-and-jill-kelly-parenting-your-kids-for-the-game-of-life-part-1/) - As a professional quarterback, Jim Kelly led the Buffalo Bills to four consecutive Super Bowls. But after the death of his young son, Hunter, he learned that God had a different game plan for his life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim and Jill Kelly: Parenting Your Kids for the Game of Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-and-jill-kelly-parenting-your-kids-for-the-game-of-life-part-2/) - After the death of his young son, Hunter, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly reflected on what he would have taught his son about life and faith.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Experiencing Peace Amidst the Pressures of Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-experiencing-peace-amidst-the-pressures-of-life-part-1-2/) - All of us want to do great things for God – but sometimes we clutter up our days with too many good things to do!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Experiencing Peace Amidst the Pressures of Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-experiencing-peace-amidst-the-pressures-of-life-part-2-2/) - Jim’s guest will be Ruth Haley Barton – author of the landmark book on this topic, “Invitation to Solitude and Silence.”
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-part-1-2/) - You don’t have to be a pastor of Bible scholar to practice spiritual disciplines each day.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Ortberg: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-ortberg-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-part-2-2/) - Growing stronger in faith is the desire every Christian . . . but learning the spiritual disciplines necessary to do so isn’t always that easy.
- [HomeWord Daily: Josh and Ryan Shook: Ditching Secondhand Religion for a Faith of Your Own](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-josh-and-ryan-shook-ditching-secondhand-religion-for-a-faith-of-your-own-2/) - Growing up as “pastor’s kids,” Josh and Ryan Shook thought they knew what faith in Jesus Christ was all about.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jay Strack: Understanding “Millennial Kids” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jay-strack-understanding-millennial-kids-part-1-2/) - When it comes to reaching kids and young adults today, it helps to think tradigitally.
- [HomeWord Daily: Deborah Smith Pegues: Learning to Control the Stress in Your Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-deborah-smith-pegues-learning-to-control-the-stress-in-your-life-part-1-2/) - Stress has become an epidemic in our society today. And while it’s impossible to eliminate it, it is possible to learn how to manage it.
- [HomeWord Daily: Deborah Smith Pegues: Learning to Control the Stress in Your Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-deborah-smith-pegues-learning-to-control-the-stress-in-your-life-part-2/) - Deborah Smith Pegues walked away from a “dream job” as the Chief Financial Officer of a major organization simply to enable her to do a better job of managing the stress in her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: The Healing Power of Forgiveness - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-the-healing-power-of-forgiveness-part-1-2/) - When others do us wrong, we can forgive them because of the example Christ sets for us.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: The Healing Power of Forgiveness - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-the-healing-power-of-forgiveness-part-2-2/) - Did you know that, when you forgive others, you’ll experience spiritual, emotional and physical healing as well?
- [HomeWord Daily: Rob Rienow: Drawing Your Adult Child Back to Christ – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rob-rienow-drawing-your-adult-child-back-to-christ-part-1-2/) - Research shows that more than half of the children who grow up in church-going homes are turning away from their faith once they leave high school.
- [Rekindling Romance While Raising Teens](https://homeword.com/articles/rekindling-romance-while-raising-teens/) - For many couples, navigating the teen years plays havoc on their marital relationship. Some who have already raised teens tell me it was the most difficult time in their marriage. Yet the quality and example of your marriage will have a profound influence on the life of your teenager. Couples who can navigate the turbulent
- [Discussion Questions to Get Your Family Talking](https://homeword.com/articles/discussion-questions-to-get-your-family-talking/) - Getting your teenagers talking can be quite a challenge. You've probably had a conversation that went something like this: Parent: Did you have a good day? Teen: Yeah. Parent: What did you do? Teen: Nothing. Parent: Did anything exciting happen? Teen: No. Parent: Any plans for the weekend? Teen: Not really. Some of the challenge
- [HomeWord Daily: Rob Rienow: Drawing Your Adult Child Back to Christ – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rob-rienow-drawing-your-adult-child-back-to-christ-part-2-2/) - Many Christian parents agonize over adult children who grew up in the church but then fall away from their faith.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christie Pettit: A Teenage Girl’s Recovery from an Eating Disorder – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christie-pettit-a-teenage-girls-recovery-from-an-eating-disorder-part-1/) - Christie Pettit was a scholar athlete who headed to a Division 1 school to play tennis – but she didn’t realize she was battling an eating disorder as well.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christie Pettit: A Teenage Girl’s Recovery from an Eating Disorder – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christie-pettit-a-teenage-girls-recovery-from-an-eating-disorder-part-2/) - Many women struggle with an eating disorder that is not commonly diagnosed – exercise bulimia.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Borsellino: Outrageous Lies We Tell Our Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-borsellino-outrageous-lies-we-tell-our-kids-part-1-2/) - If we’re really honest with ourselves, each of us parents must admit that we really don’t always tell our kids the truth about life!
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Borsellino: Outrageous Lies We Tell Our Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-borsellino-outrageous-lies-we-tell-our-kids-part-2-2/) - Every parent has been faced with a situation where telling our kids the truth about a reality in life seemed too painful.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-1-2/) - Chantel Hobbs used to weigh 350 pounds – but not anymore!
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-2-2/) - Chantel Hobbs lost more than 200 pounds but gained valuable spiritual insight during the process.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Bundschu: Raising Boys to Become Men – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-bundschu-raising-boys-to-become-men-part-1/) - Today’s toddlers will be adolescents before you know it! And, if you’re a parent with boys at home, learn some effective ways to usher young boys into manhood.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Bundschu: Raising Boys to Become Men – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-bundschu-raising-boys-to-become-men-part-2/) - Pastor Rick Bundschu knows the importance of marking the rites of passage that usher young boys into manhood.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jill Rigby: Raising Respectful Children – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jill-rigby-raising-respectful-children-part-1/) - Many parents are trying to raise kids who have a healthy self-image – but author Jill Rigby says that the key to “Raising Respectful Children” is to teach kids self-respect.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jill Rigby: Raising Respectful Children – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jill-rigby-raising-respectful-children-part-2/) - Whether or not your kids are well-mannered, they’ll never learn to be truly respectful until they learn about self-respect.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman: Being Adopted into God’s Family](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steven-curtis-and-mary-beth-chapman-being-adopted-into-gods-family-2/) - After the birth of their third child, Contemporary Christian Music veteran Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth thought their family was complete – but the Father had three additional blessings in store for them through adoption!
- [HomeWord Daily: Carol Kuykendall: Moving Your Family from Good to Great - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-carol-kuykendall-moving-your-family-from-good-to-great-part-1/) - What’s the difference between a good family experience . . . and a great one?
- [HomeWord Daily: Carol Kuykendall: Moving Your Family from Good to Great - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-carol-kuykendall-moving-your-family-from-good-to-great-part-2/) - Not too many couples start their married lives together hoping their family will merely turn out to be “pretty good.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-experiencing-the-beauty-of-sexual-intimacy-part-1/) - The me dia would like us to believe that physical intimacy in a marriage “just happens” spontaneously.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Smalley: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-smalley-experiencing-the-beauty-of-sexual-intimacy-part-2/) - God created sex as one of the ways for a husband and wife to express their love for each other.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: “Billy Graham: From His Daughter’s Heart” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-billy-graham-from-his-daughters-heart-part-1-2/) - As the daughter of the world’s best-known evangelist, Ruth Graham has learned many lessons about life and faith from her dad.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: “Billy Graham: From His Daughter’s Heart” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-billy-graham-from-his-daughters-heart-part-2-2/) - Author Ruth Graham, the youngest daughter of Billy and Ruth Bell Graham, talks about her father’s legacy – and what he taught her about the importance of parents investing time into the lives of their children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari: Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-1-4/) - Christina DiMari overcame a childhood of abuse and neglect to become a shining star in God’s eyes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Christina DiMari: Developing a Heart that’s Designed to Shine – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-christina-dimari-developing-a-heart-thats-designed-to-shine-part-2-4/) - As a teenager, Christina DiMari used to go to the beach with her friends to escape the abusive environment in her home.
- [Why Porn Might Bring Down This Generation of Teens](https://homeword.com/articles/why-porn-might-bring-down-this-generation-of-teens/) - Perhaps pornography, more than any other issue of today's culture, has the greatest chance of bringing down the morals and values of this generation. Studies tell us that the greatest new users of pornography are twelve- to seventeen-year-old boys. The girls, however, are catching up. All the while, the multi-billion-dollar pornography industry is reaching into
- [Adolescence: A Season of Pressure](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescence-a-season-of-pressure/) - On the outside, most young people seem happy-go-lucky, but inside each adolescent is a complex network of potentially explosive pressures. Adolescents with a strong parental and social support system are the least likely to experience the painful effects of the pressures they face. Becoming aware of the typical sources of pressure kids face prepares parents
- [Help Your Kids Own Their Faith](https://homeword.com/articles/help-your-kids-own-their-faith/) - As kids hit adolescence, one of the key issues for developing a genuine faith (or in other words, "owning" their faith) is the extent to which they are able to think critically about it. The teenage brain is developing, and adolescence is the typical time when kids who have grown up in church begin to
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Being a Mom Who Makes a Difference – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-being-a-mom-who-makes-a-difference-part-1-2/) - It’s no secret that mothers and daughters share a special bond. Did you know that moms also have a huge impact on their sons as well?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Being a Mom Who Makes a Difference – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-being-a-mom-who-makes-a-difference-part-2-2/) - Did you know that there are 5 things that mothers can do to influence the kind of women their sons will marry?
- [HomeWord Daily: Karen Moderow: The True Story of a Family Lost and Found - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karen-moderow-the-true-story-of-a-family-lost-and-found-part-1/) - Joe and Karen Moderow had “the perfect life” – at least that’s what their friends and neighbors used to think.
- [HomeWord Daily: Karen Moderow: The True Story of a Family Lost and Found - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-karen-moderow-the-true-story-of-a-family-lost-and-found-part-2/) - Michael Moderow’s drug addiction was tearing his family apart. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Michael’s parents, Joe and Karen, about his tragic accident and miraculous recovery.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Mylander: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-mylander-finding-freedom-and-fulfillment-in-marriage-part-1-2/) - The best way to improve the quality of your marriage is to start resolving all of the conflicts that you yourself are involved in before you try to change your spouse.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Mylander: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-mylander-finding-freedom-and-fulfillment-in-marriage-part-2-2/) - Sometimes the busyness of life can leads a husband to feel like he gets more fulfillment from his job than his marriage. And the same can hold true for a wife as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Hayford: Finding Hope When You Need it Most – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-hayford-finding-hope-when-you-need-it-most-part-1-2/) - When his son-in-law unexpectedly passed away, Pastor Jack Hayford was confronted with a sense of hopelessness he had never experienced before.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Hayford: Finding Hope When You Need it Most – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-hayford-finding-hope-when-you-need-it-most-part-2-2/) - Hopelessness has become quite common in the world today.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Degler: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Girl” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-degler-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-girl-part-1-2/) - Do you know a woman who is so busy trying to please everyone that she’s making herself miserable?
- [HomeWord Daily: Jennifer Degler: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Girl” - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jennifer-degler-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-girl-part-2-2/) - Many women in the Church today are putting in a lot of effort to be “nice” to each other.
- [New Life Ministries' Deep Dive Discussion with Jim Burns Zoom Video](https://homeword.com/articles/new-life-ministries-deep-dive-discussion-with-jim-burns-zoom-video/) - Recently, Jim Burns joined New Life Ministries' Becky Brown (the co-host of New Life Live!) on Facebook Live for a 15-minute deep dive discussion about numerous touchpoints for parents of adult sons and daughters. This comes before Jim speaks on this topic at New Life's "Courage Parents" online workshop on April 1, 2023. To register for
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Guy” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-guy-part-1-2/) - Too many men in the Church today are trying to be "nice" instead of Godly.
- [HomeWord Daily: Paul Coughlin: The Dangers of Being a “Christian Nice Guy” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-paul-coughlin-the-dangers-of-being-a-christian-nice-guy-part-2-2/) - When Paul Coughlin married his wife, Sandy, they thought they would have a "nice" marriage. But in time, Paul came to realize that his wife needed a Godly husband rather than a "Christian Nice Guy."
- [HomeWord Daily: Pam Farrell/Doreen Hanna: Inspiring Purpose, Value and Strength in Your – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pam-farrell-doreen-hanna-hanna-inspiring-purpose-value-and-strength-in-your-part-1/) - Authors Pam Farrell and Doreen Hanna are concerned that too many girls have yet to embrace their royal standing in Christ!
- [HomeWord Daily: Pam Farrell/Doreen Hanna: Inspiring Purpose, Value and Strength in Your – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-pam-farrell-doreen-hanna-inspiring-purpose-value-and-strength-in-your-part-2/) - In the Book of Esther, we read of a young girl who had a higher calling and aspired to the royal purpose for her life.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gungor: Laughter & Joy: Keys to a Better Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gungor-laughter-joy-keys-to-a-better-marriage-part-1-2/) - Have you ever looked at your spouse and asked, “Why does our marriage stink?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Gungor: Laughter & Joy: Keys to a Better Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-gungor-laughter-joy-keys-to-a-better-marriage-part-2-2/) - We live in a “disposable society.” When something is broken, we often times throw it away. That’s especially true with our marriages, isn’t it!
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Choosing to Heal: Mind, Body & Soul - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-choosing-to-heal-mind-body-soul-part-1-2/) - Before any of us can be healed of a wound, we have to want to be healed.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Choosing to Heal: Mind, Body & Soul - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-choosing-to-heal-mind-body-soul-part-2-2/) - No one can force you to go on a diet or give up smoking. Ultimately, if you want healing from those medical problems, you have to choose to let the healing process begin!
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: Restoring the Passion in Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-restoring-the-passion-in-marriage-part-1-2/) - Remember the passion you felt for your spouse when you were first married?
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: Restoring the Passion in Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-restoring-the-passion-in-marriage-part-2-2/) - Over the years, a husband and wife may find the passion and romance fading from their marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Williams: Building a Great Relationship with Your Adult – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-williams-building-a-great-relationship-with-your-adult-part-1-2/) - According to one recent report, as many as 40% of 18-to-35-year-olds describe themselves as “excessively dependent” on their parents for financial, emotional and physical support.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Williams: Building a Great Relationship with Your Adult – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-williams-building-a-great-relationship-with-your-adult-part-2-3/) - Since 2003, the number of young adults who have moved back in with their parents has risen 60%.
- [The Importance of Working at Family Play](https://homeword.com/articles/the-importance-of-working-at-family-play/) - This may sound like an oversimplification, but the family or marriage that isn't healthy is the family or marriage that isn't playing together. Playing together is an essential trait of happy, healthy families. Certainly our children need to do their chores, and of course they need discipline with consistency, but what they also need desperately
- [Stressed Out: The Dangers of Crisis-Mode Living](https://homeword.com/articles/stressed-out-the-dangers-of-crisis-mode-living/) - Perhaps the greatest problem in parenting is the breathless pace at which we live our lives. I love the story of the first grader who wondered why her father brought home a briefcase full of work every evening. Her mother explained, "Daddy has so much to do that he can't finish it all at the
- [Couples Devotional: Servant Love or Selfish Love?](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-servant-love-or-selfish-love/) - Serve one another in love. —Galatians 5:13 Helen and Lee have one of the finest marriages we know of. They are in their late sixties, and there is still a sparkle in their eyes as they look at each other. They constantly hold hands, and you can tell their love has grown over the years,
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: Developing Real Relationships in a Hyper-Connected – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-developing-real-relationships-in-a-hyper-connected-part-1-2/) - The Internet is helping millions of people reconnect with old friends and acquaintances – but is it possible it’s also leaving more of us longing for real connection with others?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: Developing Real Relationships in a Hyper-Connected – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-developing-real-relationships-in-a-hyper-connected-part-2-2/) - Social media is having a powerful impact on what friendship means today.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chap Clark: Reconnecting with Kids in an Online Culture – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chap-clark-reconnecting-with-kids-in-an-online-culture-part-1-2/) - Social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter are giving children endless opportunities to communicate.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chap Clark: Reconnecting with Kids in an Online Culture – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chap-clark-reconnecting-with-kids-in-an-online-culture-part-2-2/) - Kids today are growing up in a culture that is online all the time!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phillip Yancey: Making God Visible in Your Family – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phillip-yancey-making-god-visible-in-your-family-part-1-2/) - Many parents contact the ministry of HOMEWORD looking for ways to share their faith in the Lord with their children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phillip Yancey: Making God Visible in Your Family – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phillip-yancey-making-god-visible-in-your-family-part-2-2/) - In his book, Finding God in Unexpected Places, author Philip Yancey discusses some ways the Father has made His presence felt.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dannah Gresh: A Teen Girl’s Guide to Finding Lasting Love – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dannah-gresh-a-teen-girls-guide-to-finding-lasting-love-part-1-2/) - Lots of teen and ‘tween girls literally lose themselves in the pursuit of “the right guy.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dannah Gresh: A Teen Girl’s Guide to Finding Lasting Love – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dannah-gresh-a-teen-girls-guide-to-finding-lasting-love-part-2-2/) - Did you know that your teenage daughter has a “violent craving” to be in a relationship with a teenage boy?
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-1-3/) - Many couples try in vain to avoid conflict in their marriages – but did you know that a “good fight” can actually make things better?
- [HomeWord Daily: Les Parrott: Using Conflict to Strengthen Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-les-parrott-using-conflict-to-strengthen-your-marriage-part-2-4/) - If you keep having “the same argument” over and over again with your spouse, the problem isn’t that you’re always fighting – the problem is you’re not doing it right!
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Parrott: Mom, You Matter More than You Think – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-parrott-mom-you-matter-more-than-you-think-part-1-2/) - Modern society tends to devalue the role of mothers.
- [HomeWord Daily: Leslie Parrott: Mom, You Matter More than You Think – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-leslie-parrott-mom-you-matter-more-than-you-think-part-2-2/) - When life gets hectic, it’s not uncommon for moms to wonder what kind of impact they’re really having on their families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-1-3/) - Chantel Hobbs used to weigh 350 pounds – but not anymore! Dr. Jim Burns talks with this mother of four about the difference between wanting to change and actually believing God can bring those changes about.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chantel Hobbs: Lose Weight for Good! – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chantel-hobbs-lose-weight-for-good-part-2-3/) - Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with Chantel Hobbs – who lost more than 200 pounds but gained valuable spiritual insight during the process.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The HomeWord Guide to Parenting – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-homeword-guide-to-parenting-part-1/) - There is no “magic bullet” parents can use to guarantee their kids will “turn out all right.” But Dr. Jim Burns has identified 10 foundational principles you can use with your children to help them grow up to become responsible adults who love God.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The HomeWord Guide to Parenting – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-homeword-guide-to-parenting-part-2/) - In his book, 10 Building Blocks for a Solid Family, Dr. Jim Burns outlines some practical principles every parent can use to deepen their relationships with their kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Strategies for Single Parents – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-strategies-for-single-parents-part-1/) - There are currently 20 million kids living in single parent homes.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kevin Leman: Strategies for Single Parents – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kevin-leman-strategies-for-single-parents-part-2/) - 84% of all single parents in the United States are women . . . so Dr. Jim Burns has a special word for single moms.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Welch: Overcoming Peer Pressure – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-welch-overcoming-peer-pressure-part-1/) - Peer pressure is something every kid must confront. But just because you’ve made it through adolescence that doesn’t mean you’ll never have to face peer pressure in your adult years.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Welch: Overcoming Peer Pressure – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-welch-overcoming-peer-pressure-part-2/) - It’s no secret that our kids are dealing with an awful lot of peer pressure at school. But that doesn’t mean we don’t also have to deal with the effects of negative peer influence as adult!
- [HomeWord Daily: Valorie Burton: Learning to Tame Your Busy Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-valorie-burton-learning-to-tame-your-busy-life-part-1/) - Too many people are becoming “dangerously tired” by the hectic schedules they’re trying to keep
- [Hopeful Moms](https://homeword.com/articles/hopeful-moms/) - No person, from a Christ-follower to a staunch atheist, is exempt from the challenges and struggles that come along with the journey through this life. Still, I think one of the biggest differences between the Christ-followers and those who are not --- is that the Christ-follower has access to an incredible source of hope. This
- [Five Ways to Have a Fun, Less Stressful Summer Vacation](https://homeword.com/articles/five-ways-to-have-a-fun-less-stressful-summer-vacation/) - Family Vacation. Those are two words that strike fear into the hearts of many parents (and kids --- especially if they are teenagers!) Some parents can get so caught up in the details of a summer family vacation that they don't have any fun. Other parents find the stresses involved in a vacation are so
- [HomeWord Daily: Valorie Burton: Learning to Tame Your Busy Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-valorie-burton-learning-to-tame-your-busy-life-part-2/) - If you feel as though you are too “overcommitted and underconnected,” Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with popular author and speaker Valorie Burton.
- [Couples Devotional: No Regrets](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-no-regrets/) - I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. --2 Timothy 4:7 NLT Thomas Carlyle, a great British author in the nineteenth century, was already well established in his career when he married another writer, Jane Welsh. Obsessed with his writing, though, he took little time to nurture
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: How to Interview Your Daughter’s Date – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-how-to-interview-your-daughters-date-part-1/) - Many teenage girls will soon be going on their first “big date.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dennis Rainey: How to Interview Your Daughter’s Date – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dennis-rainey-how-to-interview-your-daughters-date-part-2/) - If you’re a dad with a daughter, you need to take an active role in making certain the boys who want to ask her out are worthy of doing so.
- [HomeWord Daily: Mark Elfstrand: Discovering a Man’s Passion – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mark-elfstrand-discovering-a-mans-passion-part-1/) - In the heart of every man is a collection of passions that drive his life and shape his will.
- [Warta Berita Judi Online Paling Besar, ini 22 Daftarnya!](https://homeword.com/articles/warta-berita-judi-online-paling-besar-ini-22-daftarnya/) - Pentingnya Membaca Berita Judi Online Dalam era digital saat ini, industri judi online berkembang pesat. Semakin banyak pemain yang tertarik bermain di kasino online, poker, taruhan olahraga, dan berbagai bentuk perjudian lainnya yang tersedia di internet. Namun, seperti industri lainnya, dunia judi online juga terus berubah dan berkembang. Oleh karena itu, membaca berita judi online
- [HomeWord Daily: Lysa Terkeurst: A Woman’s Guide for Handling Raw Emotions](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-lysa-terkeurst-a-womans-guide-for-handling-raw-emotions/) - Like most women, Lysa Terkeurst has experiences where others intrude on her joy-filled moments . . . and she finds herself coming unglued.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Dating God’s Way - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-dating-gods-way-part-1/) - With only 25% of all American homes falling into the category of “Traditional nuclear family,” there are more and more parents who find themselves dating again.
- [HomeWord Daily: Henry Cloud: Dating God’s Way - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-henry-cloud-dating-gods-way-part-2/) - A growing number of single moms and dads are trying to find meaningful dating relationships while raising families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Anne Graham Lotz: Embracing the God-Filled Life](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-anne-graham-lotz-embracing-the-god-filled-life/) - As a young wife and mother, Anne Graham Lotz discovered an Old Testament mentor to pattern her life after.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Eagar: Keys to Shaping Your Family’s Faith - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-eagar-keys-to-shaping-your-familys-faith-part-1/) - When the Church mentors parents, parents can mentor their children – and the legacy of faith continues.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jack Eagar: Keys to Shaping Your Family’s Faith - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jack-eagar-keys-to-shaping-your-familys-faith-part-2-2/) - Being the spiritual leader for your children can seem like a daunting task – but it doesn’t have to be!
- [HomeWord Daily: Catherine Hart Weber: Learning to Thrive in Everyday Life – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-catherine-hart-weber-learning-to-thrive-in-everyday-life-part-1-2/) - We were not created to “just get by” in our earthly existence.
- [HomeWord Daily: Catherine Hart Weber: Learning to Thrive in Everyday Life – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-catherine-hart-weber-learning-to-thrive-in-everyday-life-part-2-2/) - God created us to flourish and bear fruit – but sadly many of us are just barely getting through the day.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Finding Significance in the Second Half of Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-finding-significance-in-the-second-half-of-life-part-1-2/) - For many of us, the second 40 years or so of life can be even more rewarding than the first 40.
- [HomeWord Daily: Steve Arterburn: Finding Significance in the Second Half of Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-steve-arterburn-finding-significance-in-the-second-half-of-life-part-2-2/) - Society has a different version of “mid-life” than it used to.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: How a Father’s Love Protects & Empowers His Daughter - Part1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-how-a-fathers-love-protects-empowers-his-daughter-part1/) - One of the most important gifts a father can give to his daughter is consistency in parenting.
- [HomeWord Daily: Rick Johnson: How a Father’s Love Protects & Empowers His Daughter - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-rick-johnson-how-a-fathers-love-protects-empowers-his-daughter-part-2-2/) - When a girl learns to respect her father, she is free to live the kind of life God is calling her to live!
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed McGlasson: The Influence and Impact of the Intentional Dad – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-mcglasson-the-influence-and-impact-of-the-intentional-dad-part-1/) - Fathers who are intentional, supportive and engaged in the lives of their children make a huge impact.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed McGlasson: The Influence and Impact of the Intentional Dad – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-mcglasson-the-influence-and-impact-of-the-intentional-dad-part-2/) - In spite of what the culture may imply, fathers have a tremendous influence on the lives of their children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Emerson Eggerichs: Creating a Marriage Built on Love and Respect - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-emerson-eggerichs-creating-a-marriage-built-on-love-and-respect-part-1/) - When a man and woman “fall in love,” there’s a misconception that “love is all you need” to make the relationship work.
- [HomeWord Daily: Emerson Eggerichs: Creating a Marriage Built on Love and Respect - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-emerson-eggerichs-creating-a-marriage-built-on-love-and-respect-part-2/) - At the heart of many divorces is the failure to understand the basic needs of men and women in marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Growing in Love with Your Spouse - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-growing-in-love-with-your-spouse-part-1/) - With the average marriage facing a 50/50 chance of survival, imagine what could happen if couples committed to making their marriages extraordinary!
- [HomeWord Daily: Philip Wagner: Growing in Love with Your Spouse - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-philip-wagner-growing-in-love-with-your-spouse-part-2/) - Hey, guys – did you know that your wife is your “secret weapon” in the quest for marriage success?
- [Celebrate Your Family Identity](https://homeword.com/articles/celebrate-your-family-identity/) - On Monday nights when our girls were growing up, Cathy and I would take them to the Golden Spoon for frozen yogurt after dinner. The weekly yogurt run was part of our family identity -- part of what made us who we were. Even the neighbors knew our routine and sometimes shouted to-go orders as
- [10 Thoughts on Using Consequences](https://homeword.com/articles/10-thoughts-on-using-consequences/) - Consequences are a necessary tool in any parent's discipline toolkit! Parents use consequences to teach teenagers to become responsible for their actions and to make good choices in their lives. Here are some of my thoughts on using consequences: 1. Consequences should not be used (or communicated) as punishment. Consequences will fail if they are
- [Top 10 Risks for Teen Drivers](https://homeword.com/articles/top-10-risks-for-teen-drivers/) - Many parents view the teen driving years with mixed emotions. On the one hand, a driver's license signifies an end to the endless chauffeuring that is a hallmark of kids' younger years, and this brings some welcome relief to parents. On the other hand, teen driving leads to no shortage of anxiety when considering the
- [HomeWord Daily: Jimmy Evans: Finding Paradise in Your Marriage – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jimmy-evans-finding-paradise-in-your-marriage-part-1/) - The media tells us that the key to happiness is to find and marry our perfect “soulmate.”
- [Couples Devotional: Let Go of the Grudge](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-let-go-of-the-grudge/) - Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of malicious behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. --Ephesians 4:21-32 While none of us has ever seen a grudge, we have all seen the relational results that
- [HomeWord Daily: Jimmy Evans: Finding Paradise in Your Marriage – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jimmy-evans-finding-paradise-in-your-marriage-part-2/) - More young adults are delaying getting married because they’re looking for the “perfect match.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Priscilla Shirer: Recognizing When God Speaks to You – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-priscilla-shirer-recognizing-when-god-speaks-to-you-part-1-2/) - In the busyness of life, sometimes it’s easy to miss the still, small voice of the Holy Spirit calling out to you
- [HomeWord Daily: Priscilla Shirer: Recognizing When God Speaks to You – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-priscilla-shirer-recognizing-when-god-speaks-to-you-part-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author Priscilla Shier on a vital topic for this time of year.
- [HomeWord Daily: Fred Stoker: Help Your Son Win Every Young Man’s Battle – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-fred-stoker-help-your-son-win-every-young-mans-battle-part-1/) - In his landmark book called, Every Man’s Battle, Fred Stoeker revealed a common struggle among men.
- [HomeWord Daily: Fred Stoker: Help Your Son Win Every Young Man’s Battle – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-fred-stoker-help-your-son-win-every-young-mans-battle-part-2/) - Teen and pre-teenage boys are being bombarded from every angle by sexual images in the media – but there is hope!
- [HomeWord Daily: Tammy Daughtry: Tips for Successful Co-Parenting](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-tammy-daughtry-tips-for-successful-co-parenting-2/) - When her marriage ended, Tammy Daughtry’s primary concern was to be a good mother for her daughter.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Colson: Living the “Good Life” of Purpose - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-colson-living-the-good-life-of-purpose-part-1/) - The late Chuck Colson really cared about kids. He knew that the key to helping them succeed is to understand that embracing biblical principles and values is essential.
- [HomeWord Daily: Chuck Colson: Living the “Good Life” of Purpose - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-chuck-colson-living-the-good-life-of-purpose-part-2/) - Kids today are searching for meaning in every aspect of their lives.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stan Jantz: Finding Hope When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stan-jantz-finding-hope-when-life-doesnt-seem-fair-part-1/) - There are times in life when our circumstances are so difficult, we find ourselves wondering if God really cares about us.
- [HomeWord Daily: Stan Jantz: Finding Hope When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-stan-jantz-finding-hope-when-life-doesnt-seem-fair-part-2/) - When innocent people suffer, we often wonder, “Why would God let something like this happen to them?”
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: 30 Days to a No-Regrets Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-30-days-to-a-no-regrets-life-part-1/) - If you discovered you only had one month left to live, how would that discovery change the way you look at life?
- [HomeWord Daily: Kerry Shook: 30 Days to a No-Regrets Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kerry-shook-30-days-to-a-no-regrets-life-part-2/) - If you knew you only had one month to live, can you honestly say that you would die with no regrets whatsoever?
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Shaping Your Daughter’s Sexual Identity – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-shaping-your-daughters-sexual-identity-part-1/) - The media has a powerful influence on the way our daughter’s process sexual images in our culture.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sharon Hersh: Shaping Your Daughter’s Sexual Identity – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sharon-hersh-shaping-your-daughters-sexual-identity-part-2/) - Young girls may learn “the basics” about sex and sexuality from textbooks or in the classroom – but parents should play a vital role in this process as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Southerland: Dealing with “Sandpaper People” – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-southerland-dealing-with-sandpaper-people-part-1/) - Is there someone in your world who really “rubs you the wrong way?” Learn how God uses these “sandpaper people” to actually help shape your faith!
- [HomeWord Daily: Mary Southerland: Dealing with “Sandpaper People” – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-mary-southerland-dealing-with-sandpaper-people-part-2/) - Each of us has at least one “sandpaper person” in our lives. They’re not necessarily mean or abusive – they’re mostly just irritating! But they can also be quite useful as well.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shannon Ethridge: Loving God Without Limits – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shannon-ethridge-loving-god-without-limits-part-1/) - When she was just 16 years old, the death of a total stranger changed Shannon Ethridge’s life forever.
- [HomeWord Daily: Shannon Ethridge: Loving God Without Limits – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-shannon-ethridge-loving-god-without-limits-part-2/) - In her teens and early twenties, Shannon Ethridge was not what you would call a “solid Christian.” But it was the love and acceptance of a stranger that taught her a valuable lesson about “Loving God Without Limits.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Howard Dayton: The Map to True Financial Freedom – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-howard-dayton-the-map-to-true-financial-freedom-part-1/) - Now is the time of year when anticipating the joy of Summer vacation might be replaced with the pain of dealing with a mountain of credit card debt it can leave in its wake!
- [HomeWord Daily: Howard Dayton: The Map to True Financial Freedom – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-howard-dayton-the-map-to-true-financial-freedom-part-2/) - Financial pressures can be a real source of strain on a marriage – but you can break free from the grip of debt once and for all!
- [Confession is Good for the Soul - and the Family](https://homeword.com/articles/confession-is-good-for-the-soul-and-the-family/) - As a parent, you don't have to be perfect, but kids don't want to follow the leadership of a hypocrite either. The parent who tries to come across as perfect is making a big mistake. In fact, you'll probably be amazed at how much credibility you gain with your children when you're honest with them
- [Adolescent Research: Teen Brains Wired for Pleasure, Risk-Taking](https://homeword.com/articles/adolescent-research-teen-brains-wired-for-pleasure-risk-taking/) - In recent years, scientific research has provided us with a much greater understanding of the teen brain. We now know that throughout adolescence, the teen brain is maturing and won't fully reach adult development until the mid-twenties. For example, teen brain science has found that when teenagers receive rewards, their brains' pleasure centers respond more
- [Parenting Teenagers: When to Be There and When to Stay Away](https://homeword.com/articles/parenting-teenagers-when-to-be-there-and-when-to-stay-away/) - When our children first come into the world, we can’t get enough of them! We want to hold them, cuddle and cradle them, keep them safe from the evil of the outside world. They’re perfect—and we want to keep them that way. Of course, this “perfect period” only lasts a few days, or maybe a
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Lessons in Leadership for Home and Work – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-lessons-in-leadership-for-home-and-work-part-1/) - If you’re a parent, the kind of leadership you show in your home will have a powerful impact on your children.
- [Couples Devotional: A High-Maintenance Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-a-high-maintenance-marriage/) - Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Jesus Christ. --Philippians 1:6 We have often said publicly that we have a high-maintenance marriage. We have been married for over thirty-five years, and we feel a bit like how Billy Graham
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Ortberg: Lessons in Leadership for Home and Work – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-ortberg-lessons-in-leadership-for-home-and-work-part-2/) - Not all of us parents are called into leadership at work or at church – but we ARE called to be leaders in an equally important place . . . at home.
- [HomeWord Daily: James Brown: Keys to Living a Life of Significance – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-james-brown-keys-to-living-a-life-of-significance-part-1/) - James Brown is known to millions of sports fans as the host of “NFL Today” on CBS. But it’s his faith in God that really compels him to share the “Keys to Living a Life of Significance” with young people in his church.
- [HomeWord Daily: James Brown: Keys to Living a Life of Significance – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-james-brown-keys-to-living-a-life-of-significance-part-2/) - Star athlete and Harvard graduate – those are the terms the media use to describe James Brown as host of “NFL Today” on CBS television. Hear more of his inspiring testimony about life as a single father and his mission to foster spiritual growth in kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Sally Lloyd-Jones: 101 Ways to Encourage a Hurting Child](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-sally-lloyd-jones-101-ways-to-encourage-a-hurting-child/) - When popular children’s author Sally Lloyd-Jones discovered her 8-year-old niece was being bullied at school, she created a way for this little girl to truly experience the love of God in tangible ways each day.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim and Ann Storm: Help for Parents of Strong-Willed Children - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-and-ann-storm-help-for-parents-of-strong-willed-children-part-1-2/) - If you are the parent of a strong-willed child, you may have given up on so-called “conventional techniques” to get through to him or her.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kim and Ann Storm: Help for Parents of Strong-Willed Children - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kim-and-ann-storm-help-for-parents-of-strong-willed-children-part-2-2/) - Dr. Kim Storm is a counselor who has worked with hundreds of parents of strong-willed children. He has also “lived the dream” with his wife, Ann, of raising a strong-willed son as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly: Trading Brokenness for Unbreakable Strength - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-trading-brokenness-for-unbreakable-strength-part-1/) - We often ask God for provision or protection. But sometimes what the Church needs is a dose of persecution.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Daly: Trading Brokenness for Unbreakable Strength - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-daly-trading-brokenness-for-unbreakable-strength-part-2/) - A season of persecution can often lead to a tremendous amount of spiritual growth.
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: Making a Good Marriage Great – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-making-a-good-marriage-great-part-1/) - Nobody gets married hoping that their marriage will turn out to be “okay.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Dave Stoop: Making a Good Marriage Great – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-dave-stoop-making-a-good-marriage-great-part-2/) - Whether you’ve been married 20 days or 20 years, it’s never too late to get the kind of marriage you want
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: Righteousness in the Midst of Ruins – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-righteousness-in-the-midst-of-ruins-part-1-2/) - Ruth Graham knew that growing up in the spotlight meant that dealing with tragedy and loss would seem even more difficult.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Graham: Righteousness in the Midst of Ruins – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-graham-righteousness-in-the-midst-of-ruins-part-2-2/) - The youngest daughter of evangelist Billy Graham talks about the lessons learned from her own seasons of challenge as she details them in her book called, In Every Pew Sits a Broken Heart.
- [HomeWord Daily: John and Stasi Eldredge: What Women Want - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-and-stasi-eldredge-what-women-want-part-1/) - In his landmark work called, Wild at Heart, author John Eldredge addressed the three core desires of every man’s heart. John and his wife, Stasi, discuss the desires every woman holds dear.
- [HomeWord Daily: John and Stasi Eldredge: What Women Want - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-and-stasi-eldredge-what-women-want-part-2/) - Author John Eldredge understands the motivation of men; now, he and his wife, Stasi, have uncovered the three core desires of every woman’s heart.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Learning to Lead by Listening to God – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-learning-to-lead-by-listening-to-god-part-1/) - Of all the different roles you play as a parent each day, the one that has the most powerful impact on your children is that of leader.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ruth Haley Barton: Learning to Lead by Listening to God – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ruth-haley-barton-learning-to-lead-by-listening-to-god-part-2/) - Of all the different roles you play as a parent each day, the one that has the most powerful impact on your children is that of leader.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: The Four Seasons of Marriage - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-the-four-seasons-of-marriage-part-1/) - When a married couple moves from a season of warmth to one of cold isolation, they’re experiencing two of the seasons of marriage.
- [HomeWord Daily: Gary Chapman: The Four Seasons of Marriage - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-gary-chapman-the-four-seasons-of-marriage-part-2/) - The “honeymoon” season of a marriage is marked by warmth and encouragement – but a time of conflict feels much colder.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kara Powell: Developing a Faith that Sticks with Our Kids - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kara-powell-developing-a-faith-that-sticks-with-our-kids-part-1/) - According to a recent study, only half of the kids who grow up in a vibrant church youth group will actually stick with their faith through college.
- [HomeWord Daily: Kara Powell: Developing a Faith that Sticks with Our Kids - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-kara-powell-developing-a-faith-that-sticks-with-our-kids-part-2/) - Many kids are growing up learning “the Gospel of Sin Management” rather than what it means to have a vibrant faith in Christ.
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Guthrie: Holding Out for a Better Life - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-guthrie-holding-out-for-a-better-life-part-1/) - Disappointment is a part of everyone’s life. But when the hard times come, it’s important to remember that God always has something better in store for us!
- [Back-to-School Checklist](https://homeword.com/articles/back-to-school-checklist/) - Here's a checklist for parents to use in the run-up to the new school year that can help make your home less "back-to-stress" and more "back-to-school." Academics: Encourage your children to do their best, learn all they can, and do the best they can do. Intervene when they do not, find help for them when
- [HomeWord Daily: Nancy Guthrie: Holding Out for a Better Life - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-nancy-guthrie-holding-out-for-a-better-life-part-2/) - Losing a child can be painful – but the death of a second child can bring with it a season of hopelessness.
- [Mistakes That Can Sink Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/articles/mistakes-that-can-sink-your-marriage/) - Let's face it. There are no perfect marriages and certainly no perfect spouses. Every marriage goes through problems and challenges. I've often claimed that Cathy and I have a "high maintenance" marriage. For the record, I believe we have a great marriage and I'm so thankful for it! But what I'm saying is that our
- [Couples Devotional: Strategic Romance](https://homeword.com/articles/couples-devotional-strategic-romance/) - While the king was at his table, my perfume spread its fragrance. My lover is to me a sachet of myrrh resting between my breasts. My lover is to me a cluster of henna blossoms from the vineyards of En Gedi. How beautiful you are, my darling! Your eyes are doves. How handsome you are,
- [HomeWord Daily: Wess Stafford: Wounded Child, Warrior for Children – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wess-stafford-wounded-child-warrior-for-children-part-1/) - When he was a boy, Wess Stafford endured extreme sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Fortunately, God delivered him from his distress.
- [HomeWord Daily: Wess Stafford: Wounded Child, Warrior for Children – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wess-stafford-wounded-child-warrior-for-children-part-2/) - As the President Emeritus of COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL, Wess Stafford has a heart for caring for the children of the world. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Wess about how his own tortured childhood led him to be such a warrior for children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Michelle Anthony: A New Awakening for Parents and Families - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-michelle-anthony-a-new-awakening-for-parents-and-families-part-1/) - Too many parents work extremely hard to provide their children with a “happy childhood.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Michelle Anthony: A New Awakening for Parents and Families - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-michelle-anthony-a-new-awakening-for-parents-and-families-part-2/) - One of the best ways to help our children grow in their faith is to make sure our own spiritual health is in order as well!
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: A Story of God, Dreams and Vegetables – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-a-story-of-god-dreams-and-vegetables-part-1/) - As the Co-Creator of VeggieTales, Phil Vischer discovered the powerful impact the media can have on children and families.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: A Story of God, Dreams and Vegetables – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-a-story-of-god-dreams-and-vegetables-part-2/) - Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with Phil Vischer – the Co-Creator of VeggieTales who is now launching a kid-friendly internet site for video programming designed for children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Phil Vischer: Making What’s in the Bible Fun for Your Kids](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-phil-vischer-making-whats-in-the-bible-fun-for-your-kids/) - As the Co-creator of VeggieTales, Phil Vischer followed his dream of using fun characters to teach timeless biblical truths to kids.
- [HomeWord Daily: Zig Ziglar: Creating a Life You Can’t Wait to Live - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-zig-ziglar-creating-a-life-you-cant-wait-to-live-part-1/) - It takes passion and purpose to live a life that’s better than just “good.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Zig Ziglar: Creating a Life You Can’t Wait to Live - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-zig-ziglar-creating-a-life-you-cant-wait-to-live-part-2/) - Zig Ziglar is concerned that too many young people are growing up without any sense of anticipation that life in Christ can get any better than what they already know.
- [HomeWord Daily: Eva Piper: Walking a Darkened Path to a Deeper Faith – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-eva-piper-walking-a-darkened-path-to-a-deeper-faith-part-1/) - When Eva Piper’s husband, Don, was involved in an horrific auto accident, she found herself thrust into the world of full-time caregiver.
- [HomeWord Daily: Eva Piper: Walking a Darkened Path to a Deeper Faith – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-eva-piper-walking-a-darkened-path-to-a-deeper-faith-part-2/) - Eva Piper’s world was turned upside down her husband, Don, died in a car crash – only to regain his life 90 minutes later!
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Cordeiro: Finding Contentment Regardless of Your Circumstances 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-cordeiro-finding-contentment-regardless-of-your-circumstances-1-2/) - Mother Theresa once said that, “You’ll never know Jesus is all you need until Jesus is all you have.”
- [HomeWord Daily: Wayne Cordeiro: Finding Contentment Regardless of Your Circumstances - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-wayne-cordeiro-finding-contentment-regardless-of-your-circumstances-part-2/) - Following Christ does not guarantee you’ll be an overwhelming success . . . but it doesn’t mean you’ll always struggling to achieve material gain either.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Baker: Freedom from Your Hurts, Hang-Ups & Habits – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-baker-freedom-from-your-hurts-hang-ups-habits-part-1/) - More and more Americans are turning to drugs and alcohol to deal with their feelings of loneliness and pain.
- [HomeWord Daily: John Baker: Freedom from Your Hurts, Hang-Ups & Habits – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-john-baker-freedom-from-your-hurts-hang-ups-habits-part-2/) - During his teens, John Baker discovered that alcohol helped to take away his insecurities and pain – at least temporarily.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The Power of “Being There” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-power-of-being-there-part-1/) - If you’re a parent, your children view your very presence as a sign of caring and connectedness.
- [HomeWord Daily: Jim Burns: The Power of “Being There” - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-jim-burns-the-power-of-being-there-part-1-3/) - The teen and pre-teen years are exactly the time when kids actually need the presence of their parents in their lives more than ever before!
- [HomeWord Daily: Julie Hadden: A Biggest Loser Who Gained Her Worth – Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-julie-hadden-a-biggest-loser-who-gained-her-worth-part-1/) - Julie Hadden’s weight kept her from enjoying life with her husband and son.
- [HomeWord Daily: Julie Hadden: A Biggest Loser Who Gained Her Worth – Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-julie-hadden-a-biggest-loser-who-gained-her-worth-part-2/) - On Season 4 of NBC television’s hit program The Biggest Loser, stay-at-home mom Julie Hadden came within 8 pounds of becoming the first woman to ever win this competition.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Tandy McGlasson: Finding the Father You’ve Always Wanted - Part 1](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-tandy-mcglasson-finding-the-father-youve-always-wanted-part-1/) - When a dad doesn’t receive a blessing from his own father, it leaves him unprepared to bless his own children.
- [HomeWord Daily: Ed Tandy McGlasson: Finding the Father You’ve Always Wanted - Part 2](https://homeword.com/articles/homeword-daily-ed-tandy-mcglasson-finding-the-father-youve-always-wanted-part-2/) - Too many men are trying to make and keep promises to their families without having first received the blessing of their own fathers to do so.

## Devotionals

- [Sacrifice](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sacrifice/) - What are you offering God? Are you keeping the best for yourself and giving Him only the things you don't mind giving up?
- [God Can Use You](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-can-use-you/) - God uses ordinary people like you and me to accomplish His plans. If He can use a demon-possessed man to spread the word, He can surely use you as well!
- [Be Humble Before God](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-humble-before-god/) - Be humble by giving God His rightful place in your life. If you do this, you'll be in a secure place--with treasures stored for eternity--that no one or no thing can take away.
- [Observation or Participation?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/observation-or-participation/) - Are you living your life to the full or watching life go by?
- [Flu Season](https://homeword.com/devotionals/flu-season/) - What is your strategy to combat a spiritual virus?
- [I Will Always Be There For You](https://homeword.com/devotionals/i-will-always-be-there-for-you/) - Even a parent’s love pales compared to the depth, breadth and integrity of God’s love and passion for you.
- [Resisting the Lion](https://homeword.com/devotionals/resisting-the-lion/) - The Scripture portrays Satan as a lion who prowls and seeks to destroy. Christ-followers are to stand firm and resist the him.
- [The Lawn Mower Man](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-lawn-mower-man/) - More lives would be influenced for Christ if we worried less about the practicalities of our dreams, and instead, spent more time acting on them courageously.
- [Putting God on Display](https://homeword.com/devotionals/putting-god-on-display/) - Jesus invites us --- as his followers --- to put God on display for this world to see. At home. At work. At school. Wherever we go.
- [Avoid a Dead Heart: Rest!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/avoid-a-dead-heart-rest/) - Make an effort in your life to rest and observe the Sabbath. Relax, refresh and renew your soul. Don't create in yourself a "dead-heart," create a heart that is filled with life.
- [Who Gets Your Time?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/who-gets-your-time/) - Children regard their parents' presence as a sign of caring and connectedness. This "power of being there" makes a difference in a child's life.
- [The Damage of Gossip](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-damage-of-gossip/) - Nothing is more deadly to relationships than spreading false rumors and gossip.
- [Doing for the Least of These](https://homeword.com/devotionals/doing-for-the-least-of-these/) - To love others is simply the least we can do for all that Jesus has done for us.
- [Captive Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/captive-love/) - It is so much easier to show kindness and love to those who return our kindness and love. But God calls us to a higher standard. He calls us to genuinely love others around us.
- [A Fishy Story](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-fishy-story/) - It's never too late to call out to God and ask for help.
- [Open Your Heart to Jesus](https://homeword.com/devotionals/open-your-heart-to-jesus/) - Throughout the centuries and into the present day, Jesus Christ continues to heal broken hearts and broken spirits.
- [The Truth Versus The Lie](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-truth-versus-the-lie/) - Don't let the lies of Satan gain a foothold in your life. Stand firm on the truth--God's truth.
- [Responding with Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/responding-with-love/) - Sometimes we get so absorbed with our own personal problems we forget that there is a hurting world around us that needs our attention.
- [The Problem of Familiarity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-problem-of-familiarity/) - How often have we, as Christians, been tempted to ignore (or have ignored) God's warnings because they have simply become too familiar?
- [Living Fully Awake](https://homeword.com/devotionals/living-fully-awake/) - The question is not where is God in our world; the better question is: Are we awake enough to see Him?
- [Amazing Grace](https://homeword.com/devotionals/amazing-grace/) - God's mercy and grace drastically changed the life of John Newton, the author of the beloved hymn, "Amazing Grace".
- [The Power of Daily](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-power-of-daily/) - Daily we can recognize God's lordship in our life, and daily we will find the power to live for Him.
- [Do People See Jesus in You?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/do-people-see-jesus-in-you/) - Do people see Jesus in you? How do you know? Where have you seen Jesus in others lately?
- [Life's Not Fair](https://homeword.com/devotionals/lifes-not-fair/) - Sometimes, God demonstrates His compassion by withholding his judgment. Sometimes, we, like Jonah, can feel as though God's compassion is unfair.
- [Actions Speak Louder Than Words](https://homeword.com/devotionals/actions-speak-louder-than-words/) - In any relationship, our actions speak louder than words. What message is your life communicating to those around you?
- [The Farmer and the Donkey - Part 1](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-farmer-and-the-donkey-part-1/) - The next time you find yourself on the verge of being buried by circumstances, cry out to God. With God's help, shake off the "dirt" and take a step up.
- [The (Almost) Plague of 1877](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-almost-plague-of-1877/) - God is inviting you to talk with him. It doesn't have to be formal, flowery, or perfect. It just has to be real.
- [Let Freedom Ring](https://homeword.com/devotionals/let-freedom-ring/) - God's gift of freedom comes with responsibility. Our freedom is not a license to live as we please. It's a calling to live unselfishly and righteously.
- [Turn On the Light](https://homeword.com/devotionals/turn-on-the-light/) - Don't hide out in darkness! Let God turn on His light in and through you!
- [The Farmer and the Donkey - Part 2](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-farmer-and-the-donkey-part-2/) - Covering up for mistakes and sins sounds pretty familiar, but God is able to bring good from our errors.
- [Hold That Criticism](https://homeword.com/devotionals/hold-that-criticism/) - Here is a real challenge: go on a fast today from criticism.
- [The Ultimate Comforter](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-ultimate-comforter/) - Are you hurting, lost and in need of comfort? Cry out to the Lord! He is already with you.
- [Surviving the Lions](https://homeword.com/devotionals/surviving-the-lions/) - While we may never have to face being thrown to the lions, hard times will come. We can trust in God or we can allow the tough times to overcome us.
- [What Can We Learn from Death?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-can-we-learn-from-death/) - Celebrate life daily. Live now—don't wait.
- [Eat Your Vegetables](https://homeword.com/devotionals/eat-your-vegetables/) - It is better to live a life built on the foundation of love, than to get carried away in the rocky roads of hatred.
- [A Childlike Faith](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-childlike-faith/) - Jesus invites us to come to Him as little children, eager to be with Him, to simply enjoy His presence.
- [Just Passing Through](https://homeword.com/devotionals/just-passing-through/) - Make no mistake about it -- you are part of God’s story! We are all His personal representatives -- his messengers -- tasked with enlarging His place in the hearts and minds of people everywhere.
- [Healer of the Broken](https://homeword.com/devotionals/healer-of-the-broken/) - Brokenness is God's way of moving you into a new identity and a new life.
- [Heading East](https://homeword.com/devotionals/heading-east/) - Through our losses, God wants to be our strength, comfort, and hope.
- [Put God First](https://homeword.com/devotionals/put-god-first/) - Is your desire to serve Jesus greater than your other desires? Today is a good day to take another look at your priorities.
- [Sharing the Story of Your Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sharing-the-story-of-your-life/) - While the stories of our lives are still being written, we are called to share them and invite others to become a part of what God is doing in our lives and world
- [Making Everything New](https://homeword.com/devotionals/making-everything-new/) - The hope of Christianity is that, in Jesus, God is making everything new again.
- [Moving Beyond Ignorance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/moving-beyond-ignorance/) - Believers are to be active in seeking godly wisdom.
- [Full Surrender](https://homeword.com/devotionals/full-surrender/) - A life fully surrendered to Jesus is lived on the edge of adventure.
- [Build It Right](https://homeword.com/devotionals/build-it-right/) - Are we living purposefully, pursuing excellence, working with all our hearts, in the name of Jesus and for His glory? Or, has shoddy workmanship been the story of our lives?
- [Change My Heart](https://homeword.com/devotionals/change-my-heart/) - Do we live by our own agendas or allow God to mold and shape us as He desires?
- [Seed Stories](https://homeword.com/devotionals/seed-stories/) - If you allow the seed of God's truth to take up residence within you, you will see Him produce something in you that is beyond your wildest dreams.
- [Making Peace](https://homeword.com/devotionals/making-peace/) - Is there a broken relationship in your life that needs mending?
- [The Ultimate Lifesaver](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-ultimate-lifesaver/) - Jesus calls all of us who have experienced His rescue to become part of his rescue team.
- [Hooked](https://homeword.com/devotionals/hooked/) - Temptation and sin often come in enticing packages.
- [Big Power](https://homeword.com/devotionals/big-power/) - Why does it take an earthquake or another powerful event to get our attention when in reality, we have the awesome power of God available to us through His Holy Spirit?
- [When Life Does Not Turn Out](https://homeword.com/devotionals/when-life-does-not-turn-out/) - We will not always get what we want in life, but we can choose--even in the midst of disappointment--to trust that God will provide everything we need!
- [Rhythm](https://homeword.com/devotionals/rhythm/) - Jesus came, not only to open the door that we may be reconnected to God; He came to show us the very best way to live in the here and now--a life in rhythm with how the Creator wired us to live.
- [Blind Spots](https://homeword.com/devotionals/blind-spots/) - With a different angle and viewpoint, other people can provide new perspective to our blind spots, which can sharpen us and help us grow.
- [Living Beyond the Circumstance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/living-beyond-the-circumstance/) - With God's help you can overcome almost any problem. Don't wait another day for an attitude adjustment.
- [The Key to a Good Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-key-to-a-good-life/) - True greatness in life is found in the simple and often quiet, role of servanthood.
- [Let My Words Be Few](https://homeword.com/devotionals/let-my-words-be-few/) - Be reminded today that simple prayers are often best.
- [Home Sweet Home](https://homeword.com/devotionals/home-sweet-home/) - We may know little about what is on the other side of this life, but we know this also: God is there.
- [God Knows What He is Doing](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-knows-what-he-is-doing/) - God's plans are not always our plans, for His plans often carry an even greater purpose.
- [God Uses Imperfect People](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-uses-imperfect-people/) - When we embrace our weaknesses as part of who we are and put our confidence in Christ's work in our lives, He will use us.
- [Uncommon Courtesy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/uncommon-courtesy/) - Serving another person is often inconvenient. It takes time, energy, personal resources, and sometimes, personal discomfort. Still, Jesus invites us to serve Him by caring for the needs of others.
- [When Lightning Strikes](https://homeword.com/devotionals/when-lightning-strikes/) - When something bad happens it doesn't mean God has abandoned us, it just means that life has happened.
- [A Standing O](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-standing-o/) - God loves us, not for what we do, but for who we are--His children.
- [He Also Made The Stars](https://homeword.com/devotionals/he-also-made-the-stars/) - In our difficulties and trials, it's easy to lose sight of God's greatness and His care for us. His power is unlimited and He is the God of whom the Scriptures say, "He also made the stars."
- [Out of the Spotlight](https://homeword.com/devotionals/out-of-the-spotlight/) - Too often, we forget that our primary purpose is not to seek attention for ourselves, but it is to point others to Jesus.
- [Twisting the Truth](https://homeword.com/devotionals/twisting-the-truth/) - Today, when the opportunity to believe a twisted truth presents itself, look again. It may not really be as positive as it looks.
- [Helpless or Hopeful?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/helpless-or-hopeful/) - Never forget that God is our hope and strength. He is very present in times of trouble -- in those times we feel most helpless -- waiting to renew us with His Spirit.
- [A Meditation](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-meditation/) - Take a moment to think about what areas in your life need your silence, love, or help.
- [Who Packs Your Parachute?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/who-packs-your-parachute/) - Each Christ-follower is an important member of the body of Christ. Without each individual's contributions, we are all weakened.
- [Unity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/unity/) - Relationships matter to God. He desires unity for us and wants us to resolve our problems, not walk away from relationships over conflict.
- [An Act of Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/an-act-of-love/) - What can you do today to show genuine love and support to someone else?
- [Are You Wasting Away?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/are-you-wasting-away/) - God is in the business of re-creating squandered lives. There is no one so far gone that God is not able to restore and rebuild a life.
- [A Firm Foundation](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-firm-foundation/) - Become firmly grounded in the Word of God and when the storms of life come, your faith will remain intact.
- [Putting Up the White Flag](https://homeword.com/devotionals/putting-up-the-white-flag/) - Jesus says give up and surrender to me. Trust me with your life, your worries, your money, your family, your heart, your job, and your identity. And when Jesus wins in your life, this is where you actually find true victory.
- [Too Busy To Pray](https://homeword.com/devotionals/too-busy-to-pray/) - Are you too busy to pray? If you are, then you are simply too busy.
- [Choose Something Better](https://homeword.com/devotionals/choose-something-better/) - Making choices of faith--to believe in Jesus, to love Him, to follow Him--ensure that you are booked on the most fantastic eternal journey.
- [Go and See](https://homeword.com/devotionals/go-and-see/) - The mystery that we have been invited into is the same mystery that the disciples were confronted with on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. "Go and see."
- [Love Your Neighbor](https://homeword.com/devotionals/love-your-neighbor/) - Who is your neighbor? It doesn't matter what race or social background, and it isn't confined to simply the people who live on your street.
- [What Are You Chasing After?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-are-you-chasing-after/) - What are you chasing after in life? How you spend your time and resources may reveal much about your priorities.
- [Your Use of Time](https://homeword.com/devotionals/your-use-of-time/) - The happiness in your life depends on how you use your time.
- [Successful or Faithful?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/successful-or-faithful/) - Faithfulness sometimes brings earthly success, but more importantly, faithfulness brings eternal reward.
- [Fear](https://homeword.com/devotionals/fear/) - It is normal to experience fear. The key is making sure we do not let fear have the last word.
- [The Law of Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-law-of-love/) - When you choose to follow Jesus Christ, you are choosing to do things His way. He wants you to love people with His love, and this kind of love goes so far as to love even our enemies.
- [Playing Favorites](https://homeword.com/devotionals/playing-favorites/) - Jesus calls us to move beyond our comfort zones to display genuine love toward others--regardless of our differences.
- [A Sense of Wonder](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-sense-of-wonder/) - Today, take time to recognize and thank God for the wonder of who you are!
- [The Real Stuff?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-real-stuff/) - What if the seemingly mundane activities that fill our days -- those things we strive to complete and move past -- are actually the important stuff of life that God calls us to faithfully fulfill?
- [Uninvited](https://homeword.com/devotionals/uninvited/) - How are you responding to the love and generosity of Jesus? Is it making you more of a person of love and generosity or more self-righteous?
- [Keep On Going](https://homeword.com/devotionals/keep-on-going/) - Persistence often includes pain and inconvenience, but the resulting payoff is worth the effort.
- [Finding Treasure](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-treasure/) - Where do you look to find spiritual treasure?
- [Mail Call](https://homeword.com/devotionals/mail-call/) - In today's culture many rely on methods of e-communication. But our souls quietly hunger for intimacy lost and a touch of humanity through person-to-person communication.
- [Waiting](https://homeword.com/devotionals/waiting/) - Maybe we should quit rushing around trying to find God. Maybe we should stop, look, listen, and wait. He's here. He has something to reveal and say to you today.
- [Finishing Well (Part 2)](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finishing-well-part-2/) - Faithfulness. You cannot finish well without it.
- [Finishing Well (Part 1)](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finishing-well-part-1/) - Anyone can start a race, but what matters most is who finishes the race.
- [The Value of Gratitude](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-value-of-gratitude/) - The Bible tells us that we come into the Lord's presence when we are grateful and give thanks.
- [Never Give Up](https://homeword.com/devotionals/never-give-up/) - People who make a difference in the world, and in their own lives never give up.
- [Wholehearted Simple Commitment](https://homeword.com/devotionals/wholehearted-simple-commitment/) - Following Jesus is about relationship not rules. Following Jesus brings freedom and life.
- [The Resurrection of Jesus Christ](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-resurrection-of-jesus-christ/) - Throughout the ages, skeptics have tried to disprove the resurrection of Jesus, but it stands the test of time. Today, here are six proofs that Jesus actually rose from the dead.
- [Come and Be](https://homeword.com/devotionals/come-and-be/) - We live our lives at a breathless pace, rushing from one place to another. In the midst of our busyness, it's easy to miss what is going on all around us -- to miss the very moment that we are in.
- [Training vs. Trying](https://homeword.com/devotionals/training-vs-trying/) - We can hope to be mature followers of Christ, but in the end, unless we train, we cannot finish strong.
- [The Gift of Grace](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-gift-of-grace/) - Just like a package that is beautifully wrapped with your name on it, grace is extended to you today --- not because you deserve it, but because God loves you.
- [Free](https://homeword.com/devotionals/free/) - Jesus, on the cross, was not merely covering over your sin and my sin. No, he was actually removing it from us, doing away with it... sending it away, never to return.
- [Rooted in Christ](https://homeword.com/devotionals/rooted-in-christ/) - The Bible reminds us time after time to build a foundation in Christ. A deep-rooted foundation allows Christians to grow in God's truth and deepen their faith.
- [The Last Supper](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-last-supper/) - On His last evening before the crucifixion, Jesus broke bread with His disciples, one of whom later betrayed him and another who would deny Him three times. Yet, Jesus loved each one of them, even though He knew what would happen and how they would hurt Him.
- [Something Was Missing](https://homeword.com/devotionals/something-was-missing/) - History teaches us the lesson that one can excel in the art of making a living, while never mastering the art of how to live!
- [Plugging In](https://homeword.com/devotionals/plugging-in/) - Today, if you find your spiritual batteries are running low, don't wait. Wherever you are, plug in and recharge!
- [The Request](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-request/) - Our faith is often so proper and too often we allow what others think determine our actions--even in our relationship with Jesus Himself.
- [Play the Game](https://homeword.com/devotionals/play-the-game/) - True satisfaction in living the Christian life comes from "playing the game," not from standing by, observing.
- [Sometimes It Is Not Easy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sometimes-it-is-not-easy/) - No one ever said that living the Christian life would be easy.
- [What Hole Are You Stuck In?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-hole-are-you-stuck-in/) - Wouldn't it be great if we could all learn from the "holes" in life and NOT repeat the inevitable one-way ticket back to the bottom?
- [Short-Term Memory Loss](https://homeword.com/devotionals/short-term-memory-loss/) - Like the people of Israel in the wilderness, do we also easily forget what God has done for us and return to our complaining ways?
- [You Are What You Think](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-what-you-think/) - I'm afraid too many people's lives are a negative, self-fulfilling prophecy, when in Christ we can become so much more. You become what you think yourself to be.
- [I Am Only One But I Am One](https://homeword.com/devotionals/i-am-only-one-but-i-am-one/) - We may never be celebrities in the eyes of the world or even within the Christian community. But God doesn't call us to be famous, He calls us to love and serve one another.
- [He Makes Your Weakness His Strength](https://homeword.com/devotionals/he-makes-your-weakness-his-strength/) - It's not about what you have, but who you know. Don't be afraid in your weakest moments to lean on the strong and steady arms of the Savior!
- [The Test of Time](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-test-of-time/) - God is in the business of building your faith --- a faith that will stand the test of time.
- [Living Generously](https://homeword.com/devotionals/living-generously/) - To live generously is to fully live in tune with the heart of God. Receive, so that you can give. Live generously, because this is the way God lives.
- [Addicted to Stuff](https://homeword.com/devotionals/addicted-to-stuff/) - Let's concentrate on consuming less, giving more, loving more, reaching out more and looking at how the Kingdom of God can touch people's lives through us.
- [A Hunger for Holiness](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-hunger-for-holiness/) - The first step toward holiness is a willingness to be obedient. The result of holiness is a fuller and deeper life with God.
- [Who Are You Attached To?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/who-are-you-attached-to/) - Your choice of who accompanies you in life's journey can make all the difference in the world!
- [Attitudes and Circumstances](https://homeword.com/devotionals/attitudes-and-circumstances/) - What difficulties are you facing right now? If you can do something about them, great! But, even if you can't change the circumstances, change your attitude--that will make all the difference in the world.
- [Dirty Windows or Blurred Vision?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dirty-windows-or-blurred-vision/) - Sometimes we complain to others about the faults we think we see. But, too often when we find fault in others it is simply because our own vision is blurry.
- [God Wants Your Heart](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-wants-your-heart/) - Is it possible to do the very things that please God, yet be so far from the spirit of it, that we miss the point completely?
- [Moving from Willpower to Real Power](https://homeword.com/devotionals/moving-from-willpower-to-real-power-2/) - When seeking change in your life, sheer willpower is not enough. We must move from willpower to real power. This is where we depend on God to help us define and achieve what matters most.
- [Tunnel Vision](https://homeword.com/devotionals/tunnel-vision/) - When you doubt or find it difficult to trust God, know that He wants to help you take off your blinders.
- [The Secret of Endurance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-secret-of-endurance/) - No one looks forward to trials, but trials can produce a stronger faith. Endurance through trials produces strength.
- [The Ultimate Stabilizer](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-ultimate-stabilizer/) - Christ-followers have an ultimate stabilizer at their disposal --- and it is called trust in God. As a ship's stabilizer works to counteract motion, trust in God works to calm our fears, even when the storms of life are at their strongest.
- [Who Do You Say I Am?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/who-do-you-say-i-am/) - Who do you say Jesus is? What does the way you live your life say about what you truly believe the answer to be?
- [Sharing Your Story](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sharing-your-story-2/) - People are hurting and can benefit from hearing of your experiences with Jesus.
- [Be Prepared](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-prepared/) - Nowhere do you see in Jesus' life or His teachings that we are to run headfirst into life or anything without first praying, thinking through and preparing for what lies ahead.
- [Slow Me Down, Lord](https://homeword.com/devotionals/slow-me-down-lord/) - To keep in touch with Jesus we must slow down our fierce pace and give Jesus our time and attention.
- [Fill Your Prescription](https://homeword.com/devotionals/fill-your-prescription/) - By spending time in God's Word on a regular basis, we take action to make sure we're filling the prescription and taking the medicine that will make us whole.
- [The Power of Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-power-of-forgiveness/) - Jesus willingly and lovingly gave us the gift of forgiveness. He calls us to do the same.
- [Responding to Anger](https://homeword.com/devotionals/responding-to-anger-2/) - Anger is a part of life and requires a response, and we have a choice. We can take the route that leads to pain or the one that leads to peace.
- [You Are Special](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-special-2/) - An amazing God has created us! He loved us so much that He sent His Son to die for us so we can have eternal life with Him.
- [The Puzzle](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-puzzle/) - You have a place in God's plan. You have special purpose. Take the time to explore your gifts and abilities.
- [Five-Fingered Prayer](https://homeword.com/devotionals/five-fingered-prayer/) - Today, here's a simple reminder of how we can easily be reminded of different ways to pray for those around you. If you're looking for ideas to improve your prayer life, give it a try.
- [Generous Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/generous-love/) - Two men were in a foxhole with bombs, bullets, and grenades flying all around them. Then, an enemy grenade landed in the foxhole. One man fell on the grenade to save his friend's life.
- [Contending for the Faith](https://homeword.com/devotionals/contending-for-the-faith/) - We contend for our faith by maintaining our commitment to the Scriptures and by holding one another accountable to sound belief.
- [That's a Good Question](https://homeword.com/devotionals/thats-a-good-question/) - Trust in God's unfailing love even when you are hurting and have deep questions.
- [Looking at Where You've Been](https://homeword.com/devotionals/looking-at-where-youve-been/) - We may not know what lies ahead, but we know where we have been. Trust that God will carry you as He has done before, as He always will.
- [Your Best Interest Is His Best Interest](https://homeword.com/devotionals/your-best-interest-is-his-best-interest/) - Beliefs aren't worth much if you're not ready to live by them!
- [Are You a Cheetah?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/are-you-a-cheetah/) - "...a fast starter, the cheetah lacks stamina and tires quickly..." The description of the cheetah sounds like some Christ-followers I've known, myself included.
- [Heroes](https://homeword.com/devotionals/heroes/) - People need heroes. We need people to look up to as models of what is truly meaningful in life.
- [Praise God!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/praise-god/) - God delights in the praise of His people.
- [Walking the Fence](https://homeword.com/devotionals/walking-the-fence/) - When it comes to obedience, far too many Christians try to "walk the fence."
- [Are You Willing to Change Course?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/are-you-willing-to-change-course/) - Stubbornness -- calling our own shots and determining our own course -- sows the seeds of destruction in our relationships.
- [The Power of A.C.T.S.](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-power-of-a-c-t-s/) - When it comes to prayer, God has given us an open door to pray in any and all ways possible. Here's a old, but great model for your prayer time.
- [Taste and See](https://homeword.com/devotionals/taste-and-see/) - Christ calls you to step out of your comfort zone and walk with Him.
- [Which Wolf Do You Feed?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/which-wolf-do-you-feed/) - Each one who follows Christ lives with the struggle of conflicting desires and behavior, and we become slaves to whatever we give ourselves over to (see Romans 6:16).
- [The Shoebox](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-shoebox/) - Unresolved anger leads to bitterness, a lack of forgiveness and it causes immeasurable pain to those involved. Choose to be a peacemaker and resolve any outstanding conflict.
- [Just What You Have](https://homeword.com/devotionals/just-what-you-have/) - It can be scary to answer God's call. Let Him use just what you have. With God's strength, you can do anything.
- [Is Busy Really Better?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/is-busy-really-better/) - Perhaps one of our greatest spiritual problems today is that we are too busy --- and we have little time for solitude, reflection, relaxation, and simply sitting at the feet of the Master.
- [Love Makes the Difference](https://homeword.com/devotionals/love-makes-the-difference/) - The world has the right to judge whether there is a God or not a God by the way we Christians love each other.
- [Show Up For Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/show-up-for-life/) - Some days, we're so busy trying to get to our future that we don't show up for today.
- [Do You See What I See?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/do-you-see-what-i-see/) - Here's a reminder: God is searching our hearts. He doesn't care about our outward appearances.
- [What Are You Looking For?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-are-you-looking-for/) - We cannot tell about a person based on what others say about them, or even based on our own first impression. Look beyond their reputation to the reality.
- [Your Smile Costs Nothing, But Gives Much](https://homeword.com/devotionals/your-smile-costs-nothing-but-gives-much/) - Sometimes God uses a simple smile to change the life of someone who needs it.
- [Opening Your Eyes](https://homeword.com/devotionals/opening-your-eyes/) - As Christians, we are called to reach out and serve others, to defend the weak and maintain the rights of the poor.
- [The Sacred Calendar](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-sacred-calendar/) - A new year is just days away. Being mindful of the Christian calendar is a tool that helps us to reflect on our faith throughout the year.
- [There is a Season](https://homeword.com/devotionals/there-is-a-season/) - One of the most important life lessons is this: to everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven.
- [Feeling Abandoned by God](https://homeword.com/devotionals/feeling-abandoned-by-god/) - If you are willing, God will actually use the dark moments when you feel abandoned by Him, to help refine and build your faith.
- [Changing Your Focus Overcomes Discouragement](https://homeword.com/devotionals/changing-your-focus-overcomes-discouragement-2/) - To limit discouragement in life, we must move from a perspective that says, "It's all about me" to one that realizes, "It's all about God."
- [Surrender to Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/surrender-to-love-3/) - We are a changed people when we surrender to the God who is love, allowing His love to take up residence in us.
- [You Are a Daily Gospel to the World](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-a-daily-gospel-to-the-world-3/) - You become a new person when Jesus Christ enters your life. You become a representative of the Lord wherever you go.
- [There is a Season](https://homeword.com/devotionals/there-is-a-season-2/) - One of the most important life lessons is this: to everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven.
- [Enjoy Life!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/enjoy-life-3/) - Life is short. At times, we need to sit back and enjoy God's gift of life to us.
- [Changing Your Focus Overcomes Discouragement](https://homeword.com/devotionals/changing-your-focus-overcomes-discouragement-2-2/) - To limit discouragement in life, we must move from a perspective that says, "It's all about me" to one that realizes, "It's all about God."
- [Snowflake](https://homeword.com/devotionals/snowflake-2/) - Like a snowflake, you are a special and unique piece of work. There is no one else just like you. In each person, God invests His own workmanship.
- [The Christmas Tree](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-christmas-tree-2/) - Merry Christmas from HomeWord!
- [Finding Room for Jesus](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-room-for-jesus-2/) - This season let's make room for the Reason we celebrate Christmas.
- [God With Us](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-with-us-2/) - We celebrate Christmas for the miracle that in Jesus, God is with us.
- [Proof vs. Mystery](https://homeword.com/devotionals/proof-vs-mystery-2/) - The simple truth is we don't know everything! We can't prove and explain everything. For a follower of Jesus, this is okay.
- [Finding Freedom in Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-freedom-in-forgiveness-2/) - Each time you forgive, you release a prisoner--and then find out the prisoner was actually you.
- [A Stitch in Time Saves Nine](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-stitch-in-time-saves-nine-2/) - There is an old saying that states, "A stitch in time saves nine." What it means is that a little maintenance early on can help prevent major damage control later. The same thing is true with sin in our lives.
- [Join the Crowd](https://homeword.com/devotionals/join-the-crowd-2/) - The "great cloud of witnesses" found in Hebrews 12 were not perfect people, but depended daily on God's strength and power in their lives.
- [The Light of the World](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-light-of-the-world-2/) - Into a world of darkness came light.
- [For Unto Us a Child is Born](https://homeword.com/devotionals/for-unto-us-a-child-is-born-2/) - Who would come to save the world? A powerful ruler? A mighty warrior? A skilled politician? No. God decided that Jesus would enter the world scene, just as we all have done, as a baby.
- [Disgraced Mary](https://homeword.com/devotionals/disgraced-mary-2/) - Sometimes, following God's plan isn't the popular thing to do.
- [Christmas Can Change Your Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/christmas-can-change-your-life-2/) - There’s no better time than Christmastime, as we celebrate God’s greatest gift to us, to make a decision to change!
- [Christmas: Survive or Celebrate?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/christmas-survive-or-celebrate-2/) - It's Christmastime! Life's too short to make surviving the season our goal. Get on with the serious business of celebrating Jesus!
- [Growing Your Heart, Growing Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/growing-your-heart-growing-love-2/) - When we love others like Jesus loves, our own hearts will continue to grow, and others will respond to God as they see love played out like they have never seen before.
- [Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus](https://homeword.com/devotionals/keeping-your-eyes-on-jesus-2/) - When we fix our eyes on Jesus and persevere, we can accomplish our goals; when we take our eyes off our Savior and follow another road, we forfeit our spiritual direction in life.
- [How to Treat Soul Cancer](https://homeword.com/devotionals/how-to-treat-soul-cancer-2/) - As you look at your own life, don't wait for issues to fester, allowing soul cancers to grow.
- [Journey or Destination?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/journey-or-destination/) - What if embracing life in Jesus is just the start of the journey? What if, rather than crossing the finish line, all we've done is take a step across the starting line?
- [God Pursues Us](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-pursues-us/) - God pursues us when we've sinned because He loves us and wants us to clear out the junk in our lives.
- [Trust or Worry?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/trust-or-worry/) - The decision to trust God or to carry the worries of the world yourself is up to you. Either road you decide to take requires an action decision on your part. One road leads to fulfillment and peace, the other road leads to frustration and anxiety.
- [Viruses and Worms](https://homeword.com/devotionals/viruses-and-worms/) - Sin operates much like a computer virus. Fortunately, God is a master technician of the soul.
- [Choices, Choices](https://homeword.com/devotionals/choices-choices-2/) - Just because you're busy doesn't mean you're exempt from the consequences that typically follow an unrelenting lifestyle of busyness.
- [The Season of Lent](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-season-of-lent/) - Lent is a season to be able to openly acknowledge our deep desire for transformation and Christ-likeness.
- [Someone Who Understands](https://homeword.com/devotionals/someone-who-understands/) - We have a Savior who knows and understands our feelings and our weaknesses and still chooses us to be His friends and children.
- [Walking in the Light](https://homeword.com/devotionals/walking-in-the-light/) - When we walk in God's light, we have a right relationship horizontally with humankind and a right relationship vertically with God. There are no more important priorities in life.
- [Our Battle](https://homeword.com/devotionals/our-battle/) - We must be ready for the devil's schemes. We must not ignore the fact of his existence. We simply must be on guard, be prepared, and rely on the power of God so that we can stand firm.
- [Learn to Say "No"](https://homeword.com/devotionals/learn-to-say-no-2/) - Today's devotional challenges you to say no more often so you can say yes to the things that matter most.
- [What Jesus Really Wants](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-jesus-really-wants/) - Jesus' challenge to us is the same as the one he gave His listeners 2,000 years ago... all He really wants is our heart!
- [Sharing Faith Lessons and God's Grace](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sharing-faith-lessons-and-gods-grace/) - Making the most of our experiences means that we don't allow them to be wasted, but that we share them with others to instruct and to build up.
- [Life in the Fast Lane](https://homeword.com/devotionals/life-in-the-fast-lane/) - Far too many of us live in what some people call "crisis mode living."
- [Planting Seeds](https://homeword.com/devotionals/planting-seeds/) - We have the ability to plant seeds in others' lives; seeds that can bear fruit for the kingdom or negative seeds that can crush spirits.
- [No Regrets](https://homeword.com/devotionals/no-regrets-2/) - If you have a pattern of talking too much and not listening well, you violate intimacy, community and depth of relationship. It's a problem that needs to be fixed. Listening is the language of love.
- [Make Room for the Lord](https://homeword.com/devotionals/make-room-for-the-lord/) - As people who love God, we have to learn to make room for Him; always being in a state of expectancy ready for Him to move in our lives.
- [Arrhythmia of the Soul](https://homeword.com/devotionals/arrhythmia-of-the-soul/) - We are all vulnerable to becoming used to a sickly soul; believing that everything is okay when it really isn't.
- [Standing at the Door](https://homeword.com/devotionals/standing-at-the-door/) - When Jesus knocks at the door of your heart, will you let Him in?
- [Fruit of the Spirit](https://homeword.com/devotionals/fruit-of-the-spirit/) - As we seek to grow the spiritual gifts given to us by the Holy Spirit, those around us will see Jesus apparent in our lives.
- [When Saying Yes Means Saying No](https://homeword.com/devotionals/when-saying-yes-means-saying-no/) - When we say yes it most always involves saying no to something else. Too often, when we say yes, we unintentionally say no to the things that matter most.
- [Delight](https://homeword.com/devotionals/delight/) - You are God's creation --- embraced, loved, valued, cherished, even delighted over. Nothing will ever change this fact.
- [On the Verge of Collapse](https://homeword.com/devotionals/on-the-verge-of-collapse/) - Christ-followers are called to be spiritual and emotional rescue workers in the lives of those around us.
- [Costly Discipleship](https://homeword.com/devotionals/costly-discipleship/) - There is a cost to being a disciple of Jesus Christ, but the end results are well worth it.
- [The Need to Connect](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-need-to-connect/) - We all have a deep need to feel connected and loved.
- [Be Who You Are](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-who-you-are/) - I wish someone had told me earlier in life that it was okay to be myself, the person who God has made me.
- [April Showers Bring May Flowers](https://homeword.com/devotionals/april-showers-bring-may-flowers/) - We have the hope of new life and each spring we get a glimpse of just how beautiful that new life is.
- [What Business Are You In - Construction or Demolition?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-business-are-you-in-construction-or-demolition/) - With our words, we can either build up other people or we can destroy them.
- [Checking Your Attitude](https://homeword.com/devotionals/checking-your-attitude/) - In the midst of trying circumstances we can often benefit from an attitude check.
- [Consistency](https://homeword.com/devotionals/consistency/) - There is truly only one thing we can rely on that will never change: the Word of God.
- [Real Friends Show Up](https://homeword.com/devotionals/real-friends-show-up-2/) - A difficult season of life changed how I plan to be a friend to others in the future: I'm not going to offer up help, I'm going to show up.
- [God Does His Best Work in Caves](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-does-his-best-work-in-caves/) - The Cave is where you go when all the props, crutches and all that hold you up gives way; when suddenly, things don't work out as you've envisioned.
- [Is Jesus for Sale?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/is-jesus-for-sale/) - Our calling in evangelism is one of gardening; "planting and watering," not using salesperson tactics to "close a sale."
- [Taking Lessons From the Master](https://homeword.com/devotionals/taking-lessons-from-the-master/) - Those who live life to the fullest keep their eyes fixed on Jesus, the author of life.
- [It's Not About the Mystery](https://homeword.com/devotionals/its-not-about-the-mystery/) - In our walk with Jesus, it is not about explaining the mysteries of this life, it is about resting in the truth.
- [What Lurks Behind Your Anger?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-lurks-behind-your-anger/) - If you want to slay the dragon of anger, search your heart. When looking for the source of anger, instead of asking "What?", ask "Why?"
- [The Kingdom on Display](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-kingdom-on-display/) - Jesus came to inaugurate a kingdom --- one not built through oppression and domination, but one propelled by love and compassion. And His way was the way of the cross.
- [Jesus Is Lord](https://homeword.com/devotionals/jesus-is-lord/) - The question Pilate asked, "What will you do with Jesus?" is still the important question of the day.
- [The Uniqueness of Christ](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-uniqueness-of-christ/) - No person who has ever walked this earth even comes close in comparison with Jesus Christ. He is unique. He is incomparable. He is our Lord.
- [Looking for Some Information](https://homeword.com/devotionals/looking-for-some-information/) - As Christians, we have been given the ultimate reference book. We have been given the gift of the Bible, the Word of God.
- [Celebration is the Antidote to Jealousy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/celebration-is-the-antidote-to-jealousy/) - Got jealousy? Try celebrating. Keep celebrating.
- [A God Who Hears](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-god-who-hears/) - When you and I ask hard questions of God, we stand in the stream of an ancient tradition, one that is captured over and over in the Scriptures.
- [The Long Walk is Part of the Gift](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-long-walk-is-part-of-the-gift/) - We would do well to linger a bit more on the Scriptures that tell the story of the pain and agony He undertook on our behalf.
- [New Beginnings](https://homeword.com/devotionals/new-beginnings/) - The gospel gladly sings of the possibility of new beginnings. Aren't you glad you have been released from your past?
- [Muscle Building](https://homeword.com/devotionals/muscle-building/) - The Lord uses trials to help us build emotional and spiritual muscles in our lives.
- [Insidious](https://homeword.com/devotionals/insidious/) - Pornography is insidious. Its lure is powerful, and its addictive capacity is a bottomless pit.
- [Orange Cone Alert](https://homeword.com/devotionals/orange-cone-alert/) - A road under construction takes time and attention; so does the soul.
- [How Many Loaves Do You Have?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/how-many-loaves-do-you-have/) - God is always present, always at work, so there are no God-forsaken situations, only situations that have been forsaken by His followers.
- [Go For It](https://homeword.com/devotionals/go-for-it/) - The call to Christ is the call to serve. Sometimes our servanthood is not appreciated; other times we serve when no one notices. Nevertheless, we are called to serve.
- [One Body](https://homeword.com/devotionals/one-body/) - How can you be a great team player as a Christian?
- [Everyone Needs an Abashai](https://homeword.com/devotionals/everyone-needs-an-abashai/) - Who do you defend? Who has your back? With teamwork and loyalty, we are better together.
- [Celebration](https://homeword.com/devotionals/celebration/) - What if Christians were known more for the celebrations we threw --- epic, God-sized celebrations?
- [Run Hard](https://homeword.com/devotionals/run-hard/) - In the race that is the Christian life, keep your eyes on the finish line and run hard!
- [A Great Story](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-great-story/) - The world has yet to see what one man or woman can do for Christ if they are completely yielded to him.
- [Travel Assurance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/travel-assurance/) - Jesus gave His life for us, so that we could have assurance for this life and after.
- [A Model for Sabbath](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-model-for-sabbath/) - I'm afraid that many Christians have little clue about what the Sabbath is or how it is observed.
- [Before I Was a Mom](https://homeword.com/devotionals/before-i-was-a-mom/) - An appropriate poem to share as we have recently celebrated the remarkable women in our lives this past Sunday on Mother's Day.
- [When Cows Fly](https://homeword.com/devotionals/when-cows-fly/) - When cows fly, unintended consequences are set into motion.
- [Making People Brand-New](https://homeword.com/devotionals/making-people-brand-new/) - In order to affirm a person's potential, you may have to look at that person with the eye of faith and treat him or her in terms of his or her potential, not his or her behavior.
- [Heart Check](https://homeword.com/devotionals/heart-check/) - As Christians, we should serve and give, even if no one notices because we know there is One who always sees.
- [Affirming What Could Be](https://homeword.com/devotionals/affirming-what-could-be/) - We all need people in our lives to see what we don't see in ourselves.
- [It's Mine!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/its-mine/) - As Christ's followers, we should find that serving others is becoming more and more second nature.
- [Love and Punishment](https://homeword.com/devotionals/love-and-punishment/) - If you have responded to God's love through placing your faith in Christ, you are set free from the punishment of sin.
- [Extraordinary Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/extraordinary-love/) - What kind of neighbor are you? Today's devotional takes a look at the story of the "Good Samaritan."
- [Looking Toward the Son](https://homeword.com/devotionals/looking-toward-the-son/) - In your life, no matter how the world changes keep your eyes focused on what is constant - Christ.
- [Highway 395](https://homeword.com/devotionals/highway-395/) - When it comes to the Christian life, regardless of how challenging the journey, the right destination makes the trip worth it.
- [Are You a Huge, Huge, Christian?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/are-you-a-huge-huge-christian/) - Will you remain the same, or will others see the impact that God makes in your life because you project a Christ-like character?
- [Blessing Dressed in Crisis](https://homeword.com/devotionals/blessing-dressed-in-crisis/) - Whatever challenges you face today, remember that our God is big enough to orchestrate blessing out of a crisis.
- [Hang on to Hope](https://homeword.com/devotionals/hang-on-to-hope/) - The call of the Christian is to keep on looking to Jesus and moving in His direction. So hang on - there is light at the end of the tunnel - and the light is the love of Christ.
- [I Am Soooo Sorry](https://homeword.com/devotionals/i-am-soooo-sorry/) - Do you have a hard time accepting the freedom found in a relationship with Christ?
- [Jesus Coaches Wanted](https://homeword.com/devotionals/jesus-coaches-wanted/) - Think of how we might expand the work God is doing in the world if we just help newer Christians learn how to follow Jesus!
- [Drought Conditions](https://homeword.com/devotionals/drought-conditions/) - Is your life is dying due to lack of water, and what are you feeding and watering that needs to be parched and starved?
- [Perspective](https://homeword.com/devotionals/perspective/) - It's possible to confuse material possessions with God's blessings. So much has to do with one's perspective.
- [Faith Is](https://homeword.com/devotionals/faith-is/) - Faith is placing all that you are, all that you can be, and all that you do in the hands of God.
- [The Answer Is...](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-answer-is/) - The Bible is our standard when it comes to issues of faith and life.
- [If Only](https://homeword.com/devotionals/if-only/) - There's no need to live life in the mire of "If only." God's always listening, and He always stands ready to generously give you His wisdom.
- [The Potter's Wheel](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-potters-wheel/) - Creating a masterpiece takes time. It takes patience, creativity, vision and forethought. That's how God described His role in Jeremiah's life. God is the potter, Jeremiah (and we) are the clay.
- [Hurting on the Inside](https://homeword.com/devotionals/hurting-on-the-inside/) - As Christ-followers, it's our responsibility to look beyond appearances, come alongside the people in our lives, and carry each other's burdens.
- [You Serve Jesus by Serving His Children](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-serve-jesus-by-serving-his-children/) - It's good to view others through the eyes of Jesus, where you can see each person's needs. But in seeing, will you serve?
- [Investing Your Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/investing-your-life/) - God will reward those who wisely invest their lives.
- [Finding Guidance You Can Trust](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-guidance-you-can-trust/) - The more you read from the Bible, the more you'll become familiar with God's guidance for your life.
- [Power Breaks](https://homeword.com/devotionals/power-breaks/) - Do you have complete confidence in God's power at all times and for all things?
- [Asterisks: A Future and a Hope*](https://homeword.com/devotionals/asterisks-a-future-and-a-hope/) - Although we may never see our life situations change drastically, how we respond to our challenges matters!
- [The Legacy of Faith Continues](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-legacy-of-faith-continues/) - It's our responsibility to care for our families and see that the legacy of faith continues.
- [All Mine](https://homeword.com/devotionals/all-mine/) - To be Christ-like, we must put others before ourselves.
- [How Much Are You Worth?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/how-much-are-you-worth/) - If you live your life with the awareness that you are loved by God and have immeasurable value, it will change everything about your life.
- [Stay Alert](https://homeword.com/devotionals/stay-alert/) - As a people of God, we are called to stay alert.
- [Asterisks: Destination - The Promised Land*](https://homeword.com/devotionals/asterisks-destination-the-promised-land/) - Our road to the Promised Land is likely to be a long journey that includes wandering, difficulty, and a fair share of spiritual warfare.
- [You Are Special](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-special/) - You are unique. You are special. God created you, and there is not another person in the world exactly like you.
- [Not As You Expected](https://homeword.com/devotionals/not-as-you-expected/) - Don't avoid the difficulties and the challenges. Keep your eyes focused on God and allow Him to work miracles in your life through the impossible.
- [God Works](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-works/) - Some conclude that following God doesn't work. But God is waiting for us to forfeit our agendas and to make the decision to follow Jesus. That's when we find "God works."
- [Noise](https://homeword.com/devotionals/noise/) - God is inviting us to embrace His rhythm -- and in this rhythm, to find rest for our weary souls.
- [What Does Jesus Look Like?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/what-does-jesus-look-like/) - Artists throughout the centuries have painted various portraits of Jesus, but what does Jesus really look like?
- [Don't Give Up](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dont-give-up/) - A consistent, faithful person is the one who gets more accomplished over the long haul.
- [Building on a Solid Foundation](https://homeword.com/devotionals/building-on-a-solid-foundation/) - Wise people build their lives upon the strong foundation of obedience to Jesus.
- [Status Quo](https://homeword.com/devotionals/status-quo/) - Jesus didn't live and die so that we could live status quo. He came to give us life to the fullest.
- [Chuck the Duck](https://homeword.com/devotionals/chuck-the-duck/) - God answers prayers. He knows what's best for our lives. Sometimes He answers with a "yes," sometimes with a "no," and sometimes with a "wait."
- [Lessons We Learn About Acceptance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/lessons-we-learn-about-acceptance/) - Jesus loves you for who you are at this very moment. This is perhaps one of life's most important lessons to learn!
- [Getting Your Priorities Straight](https://homeword.com/devotionals/getting-your-priorities-straight/) - Today, make a commitment to give God ten minutes a day for the next three months.
- [Trash Day](https://homeword.com/devotionals/trash-day/) - Jesus is willing to come daily, hourly or each minute as we ask for forgiveness to remove the trash of sin from our lives.
- [Taking Off the Disguise](https://homeword.com/devotionals/taking-off-the-disguise/) - Jesus likes the real you and me more than He likes the fake roles we so often play.
- [Act Like You Belong](https://homeword.com/devotionals/act-like-you-belong/) - The intimidation and fear we experience when trying to fit into the world's standards, wreaks havoc in our ability to be comfortable with who God has made us to be.
- [The Gander Example](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-gander-example/) - On September 11, 2001, the people of Gander, Newfoundland, Canada provided a powerful example of what the people of God are to be like.
- [Count Your Blessings](https://homeword.com/devotionals/count-your-blessings/) - Sometimes we get so preoccupied with our problems and struggles that we forget to count our blessings.
- [The Holy Alphabet](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-holy-alphabet/) - One of the greatest promises Christians have is in the joy and hope of Christ.
- [The Source of Lasting Change](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-source-of-lasting-change/) - Only in our connection to Jesus will we find fulfilling change. Only in our connection to Him will we bear lasting fruit.
- [Good News](https://homeword.com/devotionals/good-news/) - What is the "Good News" that Jesus proclaimed? What makes this news so good to a world in need?
- [Full-Speed Christianity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/full-speed-christianity/) - The Christian life was not designed to be lived at half-speed.
- [Wasted Hours or Invested Hours?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/wasted-hours-or-invested-hours/) - Prayer is not wasted hours but invested hours. Out of solitude comes strength...out of quiet comes peace...out of talking and listening to the Lord comes vision.
- [Becoming a Pearl](https://homeword.com/devotionals/becoming-a-pearl/) - When we embrace the struggle or irritation in our lives, God uses it to make us into something beautiful.
- [The Enemies of Patience](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-enemies-of-patience/) - Make the choice to allow God to reign in you and grow the fruit of patience in your life.
- [Kramer](https://homeword.com/devotionals/kramer/) - God's love for us runs deep and his affection stretches wide.
- [The Lesson of the Paperclip](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-lesson-of-the-paperclip/) - Are you fulfilling the purpose for which God created you?
- [Mending Broken Lives](https://homeword.com/devotionals/mending-broken-lives/) - God is in the business of mending the broken parts of our lives.
- [Don't Kill the Horse](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dont-kill-the-horse/) - The Bible tells us that our body is a temple.
- [Pig Pen](https://homeword.com/devotionals/pig-pen/) - When we demonstrate a lack of self-control, I'm reminded of the Peanuts character Pig-Pen. The lack of self-control is like a big stink cloud that follows us around wherever we go.
- [Storms](https://homeword.com/devotionals/storms/) - Who do we lean on when the storms of life roll in? Who is our Rock in times of trouble?
- [Following Jesus Means Forgiving Others](https://homeword.com/devotionals/following-jesus-means-forgiving-others/) - Forgiveness is more than God's suggestion. It is a command.
- [Dare to Dream](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dare-to-dream/) - Take your dream, and make a difference in this world!
- [God Wants YOU!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-wants-you/) - Allow God to use you wherever you are. He wants to use you in amazing ways!
- [Do Not Say Everything You Think](https://homeword.com/devotionals/do-not-say-everything-you-think/) - Words are always powerful. But misguided words hurt and they hurt deeply. Just because you think it, doesn't mean you have to say it. Not all words must be spoken.
- [Finding Quiet](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-quiet-2/) - We must quiet our hearts in order to learn how to listen to God's voice.
- [Handling Criticism](https://homeword.com/devotionals/handling-criticism/) - When people are critical of us, we need to remember the truth of the Scripture that we belong to the Lord --- and our responses to life's situations boil down to living life to please the Lord.
- [You Are God's Poetry](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-gods-poetry/) - There is no one else in the whole world quite like you. You are an unrepeatable miracle.
- [The Truth About the Teeter-Totter](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-truth-about-the-teeter-totter/) - In all of life there is one thing that remains the same through the highs and the lows: The love of Jesus is our fulcrum, our balance.
- [Childlike Faith](https://homeword.com/devotionals/childlike-faith/) - It's time to recapture the childlike wonder of faith and trust. And as Jesus reminds us, it's the mature thing to do.
- [Attitude is Everything](https://homeword.com/devotionals/attitude-is-everything/) - How we respond to life's difficulties and trials makes all the difference.
- [Please Sir, I Want Some More](https://homeword.com/devotionals/please-sir-i-want-some-more/) - We have a God who generously invites us to taste and see that He is good.
- [Be Liberal with Encouragement](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-liberal-with-encouragement/) - Be liberal with your gift of encouragement and always be on the lookout for opportunities to lift someone's spirits.
- [In His Image](https://homeword.com/devotionals/in-his-image/) - The Bible says we are made in God’s image. He made you special and unique.
- [When Losing Control is a Good Thing](https://homeword.com/devotionals/when-losing-control-is-a-good-thing/) - Jesus isn't amazed when we try to control and fix everything ourselves. Rather, He is amazed when we give up control and by faith, turn it over to Him!
- [Friendship's Ultimate Gift](https://homeword.com/devotionals/friendships-ultimate-gift/) - Friendship is never one-sided. It takes two to make it work.
- [Pray or Act?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/pray-or-act/) - Today, a reminder that there is a healthy balance between prayer and action.
- [Fellowship: A Necessary Ingredient](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-fellowship-a-necessary-ingredient/) - You cannot be all God intends you to be without experiencing the intimate fellowship that the church has to offer.
- [Beware of the Dog](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-beware-of-the-dog/) - Walking through the neighborhood, I looked through a window and saw taped to the glass a “beware of the dog” sign. It reminded me that God's Word provides warning signs as well.
- [Christlike or Christless](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-christlike-or-christless/) - A fully integrated faith means living in obedience to God even in the small areas of life, and when we're behind closed doors and no one else sees.
- [Awake at Midnight](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-awake-at-midnight/) - Are you ready for God to prompt you to action? Are you ready to obey?
- [Blinders](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-blinders/) - Trust God to be faithful to continue the work He has begun in you. As a result, you will have eyes that see and ears to hear the greatness of our Lord.
- [Lord, Liar, Lunatic?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-lord-liar-lunatic/) - Jesus was either a liar, a lunatic, or the Lord who He claimed to be.
- [Relationship](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-relationship/) - Life gets busy. Distractions are everywhere. In the midst of today’s craziness, may you be reminded of the importance and value of connecting with those people you love most, and with the Lord.
- [Busyness Doesn't Satisfy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-busyness-doesnt-satisfy/) - God invites us to walk instead of run and find rest for our weary souls. He invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus who gives fullness of life.
- [Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-forgiveness/) - Don't miss out on the great relationships that grow in the lives of those who forgive much.
- [Creating Tomorrow Today](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-creating-tomorrow-today/) - The best way to ensure a legacy is to attach yourself to something that will outlive you.
- [Guilty!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-guilty/) - When it comes to our relationship with God, we have all sinned and fallen short of His glory.
- [It's How You Play the Game](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-its-how-you-play-the-game/) - The world says hate your enemies and love only those who love you. Jesus teaches something radically different.
- [Feeling Odd](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-feeling-odd/) - Perhaps if the world does not recognize the oddness of Jesus in us, we should start to wonder why.
- [The Handwriting on the Wall](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-the-handwriting-on-the-wall/) - Within all of our lives, there are times that we need to recognize and acknowledge God's "handwriting on the wall."
- [Fix Weaknesses or Develop Strengths?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-fix-weaknesses-or-develop-strengths/) - God has given each one of us certain gifts and abilities, certain strengths and weaknesses. The question becomes which do we focus our efforts on, fixing our weaknesses or developing our strengths?
- [Never Settle for Mediocrity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-never-settle-for-mediocrity/) - Too many people today settle for second-best in life.
- [Not Last, But First](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-not-last-but-first/) - There are none picked last in the Kingdom of God.
- [Are You an Accident Waiting to Happen?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-are-you-an-accident-waiting-to-happen/) - A life without margins is a life in (or rapidly approaching) chaos.
- [Friends Don't Let Friends...](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-friends-dont-let-friends/) - Real friends humbly evaluate their friendships on the basis of whether their actions and words help their friends move closer toward the Lord Jesus.
- [How to Love God](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-how-to-love-god/) - How do we love God today? By treating someone well when he or she "appears" to be of no immediate value to us.
- [Choose to be Different](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-choose-to-be-different/) - What is keeping you from breaking the chains that bind you, and striving to be all that God wants you to be?
- [A Time to Heal](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-a-time-to-heal/) - If you want to be healed and set free from the burdens that weigh you down, call out to Jesus.
- [The Search for Significance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-the-search-for-significance/) - When your life is over, do you want to know that you achieved significance? Then, you must serve. Serving is the primary method God uses to form the character of Jesus in us.
- [Structural Weaknesses](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-structural-weaknesses/) - The goal is for each of us to be healing agents who instinctively bind up the wounded, encourage those who are beaten down and restore those who have fallen.
- [Mercy and Grace](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-mercy-and-grace/) - Do we extend mercy and grace to others? If not, according to Jesus, we really don't understand that He calls us to forgive even as the He has forgiven us.
- [Discipline or Regret?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-discipline-or-regret/) - What do you need to do today to sustain your life, your faith, family, or health over the long haul?
- [Run!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-run/) - The account of Joseph and Potiphar's wife in the Old Testament book of Genesis provides an important reminder that it's a wise course of action to run in the midst of temptation.
- [The Truth About Guilt and Comparison](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-the-truth-about-guilt-comparison/) - Quit comparing yourself to others and instead, be challenged to learn how to connect with God in realistic ways that fit with how you're wired.
- [Healthy Fear](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-devotionals-healthy-fear/) - The Bible teaches us to fear God, which means nothing less than caring more about what God thinks than what people think.
- [Jesus Help Me and to God Be the Glory](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp9264/) - The gifted composer Johann Sebastian Bach made it a habit to ask for God's help as he began work on a new composition, and to give God thanks when he had completed it.
- [Authentic Christianity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp7696/) - Be authentic. Be yourself. There is no greater witness than a person who is open and vulnerable about his love for God and his struggles.
- [You Are God's Pumpkin](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp11284/) - God carves us into new creations and makes our faces shine by putting His light inside for all to see.
- [Why Your Soul Matters](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp4291/) - By regular connection with God, we feed our souls--and at the same time, we stash away spiritual capital that will last forever.
- [The Sheep Won't Miss You](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp11196/) - Your life is not an accident. God loves you and calls us each to a life of great significance, no matter your circumstances.
- [Pest Control](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp9390/) - It's easy in the busyness of life to become complacent in nurturing our spiritual health.
- [Make Me an Instrument](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp7791/) - God wants to use you as His instrument to make a difference in the lives of others.
- [Running on Empty](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp1838/) - Perhaps we wouldn't need God to rescue us so often if we would always put Him first and make filling up our souls a top priority.
- [Stop!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp4351/) - Busyness is destroying marriages, crippling families, shriveling hearts and eating away at the ability to experience the fullness of life.
- [Redefine You](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp11240/) - Today brings new possibilities, a fresh start and new opportunities to define your life.
- [Dirty Laundry](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp9475/) - The Scriptures teach us to evaluate our lives: to have a realistic perspective of ourselves including the good, the bad and the ugly.
- [Actions Speak Louder Than Words](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp7877/) - Your actions will speak much louder than any words you will ever say.
- [Resolving Conflict](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp1932/) - Relationships matter to God. He desires unity for us and wants us to resolve our problems, not walk away from relationships over conflict.
- [Finding Quiet](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp4658/) - God is not distant. He wants to connect with you. You just need to find quiet in order to hear Him in the whispers of life.
- [Love God With Your Mind](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp11286/) - Loving God with our minds is the first commandment because we have to know truth and love it before we can send anyone else in that direction.
- [Salvation in the Present Tense](https://homeword.com/devotionals/https-homeword-com-post_typedevotionalsp9546/) - When we experience salvation in Christ, we are not saved just so that we receive the gift of experiencing eternal life, but we are saved to make a difference for Jesus here and now!
- [You Are a Daily Gospel to the World](https://homeword.com/devotionals/you-are-a-daily-gospel-to-the-world-2/) - You become a new person when Jesus Christ enters your life. You become a representative of the Lord wherever you go.
- [God Reigns](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-reigns-2/) - Tomorrow, whether you wake up happy, sad, furious, or indifferent about today's election results, put your trust and hope in God who reigns as our King!
- [Cooperating with the Great Physician](https://homeword.com/devotionals/cooperating-with-the-great-physician-2/) - If we want to stay or become healthy spiritually, we have to cooperate with God.
- [Surrender to Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/surrender-to-love-2/) - We are a changed people when we surrender to the God who is love, allowing His love to take up residence in us.
- [Looks Great, Smells Great...But No Thanks!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/looks-great-smells-great-but-no-thanks-2/) - We gather around a feast of good things that God prepares for us to strengthen and build our lives, such as the Scriptures, prayer, fellowship with other believers, worship and serving others in ministry. But too often we pass the "food" without partaking.
- [Enjoy Life!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/enjoy-life-2/) - Life is short. At times, we need to sit back and enjoy God's gift of life to us.
- [Beating Envy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/beating-envy-2/) - The wise King Solomon understood that a life driven by envy is meaningless and amounts to chasing after the wind.
- [Starting Over](https://homeword.com/devotionals/starting-over-2/) - It doesn't matter what age you are or how long you've been a Christian; fresh starts are for everybody.
- [Questions](https://homeword.com/devotionals/questions/) - Wherever you are in your faith journey, know that you can come to God honestly with your questions, your doubts, and your frustrations.
- [We're Better Together](https://homeword.com/devotionals/were-better-together/) - No Christ-follower can stand alone. Christianity, while requiring an individual's personal faith commitment, is not an individual faith by nature. Simply, we're better together.
- [Don't Stop Don't Quit](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dont-stop-dont-quit/) - God is the maestro who improvises a countermelody and enhances our efforts. He whispers in our ear, "Don't stop.... Don't give up."
- [Anger Management](https://homeword.com/devotionals/anger-management/) - Anger can result in out-of-control behavior, causes destruction and needs repair to fix the mess left in its wake.
- [Excuse Me!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/excuse-me/) - It's amazing what happens to our time when we make something a priority.
- [Is the Tank Full?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/is-the-tank-full/) - Are our spiritual "gas tanks" daily being filled up with the Source of our Power through reading His Word and sharing our hearts with Him through prayer?
- [I'm Not Moving](https://homeword.com/devotionals/im-not-moving/) - In one way or another, we all have stubborn moments with God. We want to hold our ground. The question becomes, how can we minimize the times when we don't want to budge?
- [Praise](https://homeword.com/devotionals/praise/) - Praise is music to God's ears. God loves to hear His children offer Him praise.
- [For All People](https://homeword.com/devotionals/for-all-people/) - Having Holy Scriptures is a gift from the Lord. Each time we read from it, truth is spoken into our lives and we can learn and grow.
- [Be Thankful for People](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-thankful-for-people/) - Happy Thanksgiving! Today, take a few moments and thank God for the relationships in your life.
- [God is Good! Give Thanks!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-is-good-give-thanks/) - Because God is good - everyday - there is no need to wait until tomorrow to give thanks.
- [Reasons for Giving Thanks](https://homeword.com/devotionals/reasons-for-giving-thanks/) - Take a few moments today to reflect on all of the good things that God has provided you with and give Him thanks. It just might make your day!
- [It's About Time](https://homeword.com/devotionals/its-about-time/) - Despite an illusion fostered by our instant information culture, many things that really matter in life like growing mature faith and building strong relationships, take time.
- [Teachable Moments](https://homeword.com/devotionals/teachable-moments/) - Teachable moments. They are everywhere and happen every day. Opportunities to live out our faith will present themselves if we will take the time to seize them.
- [In Good Company](https://homeword.com/devotionals/in-good-company-2/) - One of the amazing things about Jesus is that He understands what it feels like to be rejected. So if you've been rejected, know that you are in good company.
- [A Sacred Interruption](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-sacred-interruption/) - As you look over your calendar today, is there room for God to "interrupt"?
- [Be Authentic](https://homeword.com/devotionals/be-authentic/) - There is perhaps nothing worse than a holier-than-thou Christian. To make a difference in your world, you have to be authentic.
- [Closer Than You Think](https://homeword.com/devotionals/closer-than-you-think/) - Today, take the time to notice that you are surrounded by the love of God. There is nowhere you can go that He will not be with you.
- [Courage to Pray](https://homeword.com/devotionals/courage-to-pray/) - Are you willing to pray a life-changing prayer?
- [Giving to Others](https://homeword.com/devotionals/giving-to-others/) - Loving others requires the willingness to give sacrificially.
- [Christlike or Christless](https://homeword.com/devotionals/christlike-or-christless/) - A fully integrated faith means living in obedience to God even in the small areas of life, and when we're behind closed doors and no one else sees.
- [The Reference Letter](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-reference-letter/) - In a world of full of self-promotion, Romans 12:3 urges Christ-followers to maintain a fair and accurate assessment of ourselves.
- [God Loves You Just the Way You Are](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-loves-you-just-the-way-you-are/) - Because of God's unconditional love, you are free to blossom into all He wants you to be. His love has no strings attached.
- [Thoughts on a Well-Traveled Road](https://homeword.com/devotionals/thoughts-on-a-well-traveled-road/) - When we give God our lives, telling Him we submit to His best, His reconstruction work in our lives may cause inconvenience and pain, but the end result is well worth it.
- [Are You an Accident Waiting to Happen?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/are-you-an-accident-waiting-to-happen/) - A life without margins is a life in (or rapidly approaching) chaos.
- ['Til the Last Drop](https://homeword.com/devotionals/til-the-last-drop/) - May we follow Mary of Bethany's example, pouring out our all for Him.
- [Living Life on Our Own = Trouble](https://homeword.com/devotionals/living-life-on-our-own-trouble/) - Whenever we live life on our terms, we cement another brick in a wall that separates us from having an intimate, vital relationship with God. Today is a good day to break down the wall and reconnect with God.
- [God of Miracles](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-of-miracles/) - From situations we think are hopeless to a gentle nudging to slow down, Jesus is not late. He is right on time.
- [Take Off the Mask](https://homeword.com/devotionals/take-off-the-mask/) - Today, there is a heart-cry in our society for authenticity.
- [Does Your Family Know You Love Them?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/does-your-family-know-you-love-them/) - Whatever your relationship is like with your family, the biblical mandate is to be loving and supportive. God's vehicle for faith and love is often the family.
- [Stop!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/stop/) - Busyness is destroying marriages, crippling families, shriveling hearts and eating away at the ability to experience the fullness of life.
- [Finding Quiet](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-quiet/) - God is not distant. He wants to connect with you. You just need to find quiet in order to hear Him in the whispers of life.
- [Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus](https://homeword.com/devotionals/keeping-your-eyes-on-jesus/) - When we fix our eyes on Jesus and persevere, we can accomplish our goals; when we take our eyes off our Savior and follow another road, we forfeit our spiritual direction in life.
- [The Call](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-call/) - Real life begins with a personal dependence on Jesus, with calling out to Him to give us what we can never attain ourselves: a right relationship with the God.
- [Just Checking In](https://homeword.com/devotionals/just-checking-in/) - A powerful story reminds us of how having a relationship with Jesus can change our lives.
- [Disgraced Mary](https://homeword.com/devotionals/disgraced-mary/) - Sometimes, following God's plan isn't the popular thing to do.
- [Finding Freedom in Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-freedom-in-forgiveness/) - Each time you forgive, you release a prisoner--and then find out the prisoner was actually you.
- [We Need Each Other](https://homeword.com/devotionals/we-need-each-other/) - From the very beginning of creation, the portrait we see is that humanity is wired for relationship.
- [A Common Complaint](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-common-complaint/) - A life marked by complaining mars our character, but a life marked by thankfulness builds character.
- [Basics Are Important](https://homeword.com/devotionals/basics-are-important/) - There are some basic components of the Christian life that we should remind ourselves of repeatedly in order to make sure that we don't move away from important areas like simple, loving devotion to Christ.
- [How Will You React?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/how-will-you-react/) - So much of life is out of our control. What we can control is how we react.
- [Redeeming Rejection](https://homeword.com/devotionals/redeeming-rejection-2/) - God is in the business of redeeming rejection for His glory. He can make all things new! Our part is to cooperate with His plan.
- [The Potter and the Clay](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-potter-and-the-clay/) - Remember, any hurt that accompanies God's shaping process is for your good.
- [God is Good. All the Time.](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-is-good-all-the-time/) - Our circumstances never determine God's character. God is good. All the time. Period.
- [Hey, I Know You!](https://homeword.com/devotionals/hey-i-know-you/) - Never forget that Jesus meets us in both unexpected and familiar places.
- [Removing the Mask](https://homeword.com/devotionals/removing-the-mask/) - Jesus came so that we all could be set free.
- [Clarity or Trust?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/clarity-or-trust/) - Perhaps clarity is overrated when it comes to issues of faith. Maybe it's time to embrace less clarity and more trust.
- [The Lord is My Shepherd](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-lord-is-my-shepherd/) - Psalm 23 reminds us to follow the One who will protect and provide for us.
- [Extravagant Waste](https://homeword.com/devotionals/extravagant-waste/) - Sometimes we hold back our expression of love to Jesus for fear of the reaction of those around us.
- [Amazing Transformation](https://homeword.com/devotionals/amazing-transformation/) - God not only breathes new life into us when we respond to Him by faith, but He continues transforming us day by day to become more like Jesus!
- [Using Your Talents](https://homeword.com/devotionals/using-your-talents/) - God expects us to use the abilities and talents He has given us for His glory.
- [The Tip](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-tip/) - Generous living invites those around us to pause long enough to notice something different. It is the way of the believer and it is the way of Christ.
- [Giving Mercy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/giving-mercy/) - In showing mercy, we give up our right to get even, we give up our claim to restitution and we give up our pride that tells us we deserve better.
- [A Reservoir of Power](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-reservoir-of-power/) - If you are a Christian, the Holy Spirit works in your life. You can tap into His power and live your life with resurrection power.
- [Busyness Doesn't Satisfy](https://homeword.com/devotionals/busyness-doesnt-satisfy/) - God invites us to walk instead of run and find rest for our weary souls. He invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus who gives fullness of life.
- [Addiction to Activity](https://homeword.com/devotionals/addiction-to-activity/) - Busyness for busyness sake--even when the busyness is ministry oriented--is counterproductive at best and simply sinful at worst.
- [Safe Obedience](https://homeword.com/devotionals/safe-obedience/) - When our lives are touched and changed by God, we have the power to say "yes" to obedience.
- [Feeling Odd](https://homeword.com/devotionals/feeling-odd/) - Perhaps if the world does not recognize the oddness of Jesus in us, we should start to wonder why.
- [Loving Your Enemies?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/loving-your-enemies/) - Jesus calls on us to love our enemies: those who hate us, curse us and mistreat us. These are the people we are to love in our actions, not just our words.
- [Garbage In Garbage Out](https://homeword.com/devotionals/garbage-in-garbage-out/) - Give your mind and thoughts over to God's power and you'll begin to think the thoughts of our Lord and live with the peace from above.
- [Shhhh...](https://homeword.com/devotionals/shhhh/) - Seeking God requires listening, and listening is hard work. It takes energy, patience, time, effort, and most of all, silence.
- [Coming Home](https://homeword.com/devotionals/coming-home/) - When God calls His people to repent in the Scriptures, He is not merely telling them to feel sorry for what they have done in the past. He invites His people to come home again, to live as they were created to live, a life of harmony with God.
- [God's Work Isn't Finished](https://homeword.com/devotionals/gods-work-isnt-finished/) - This God who lovingly chose you before time began, who knew right where you'd be this day, has a purpose for you both today and tomorrow.
- [Attempting the Impossible](https://homeword.com/devotionals/attempting-the-impossible/) - People who walk by faith aren't afraid to attempt the impossible.
- [Power Hungry](https://homeword.com/devotionals/power-hungry/) - The Spirit's power is endless. It is unquenchable, infinite, immeasurable, and amazingly available.
- [The Search for Significance](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-search-for-significance/) - When your life is over, do you want to know that you achieved significance? Then, you must serve. Serving is the primary method God uses to form the character of Jesus in us.
- [Sacrificial Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sacrificial-love/) - God's love is sacrificial love.
- [Dash Between the Dates](https://homeword.com/devotionals/dash-between-the-dates/) - We are living somewhere in the dash between the years of our birth and death. Life is precious and our days are numbered. Today, what are you doing with your dash?
- [The Truth About Guilt and Comparison](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-truth-about-guilt-comparison/) - Quit comparing yourself to others and instead, be challenged to learn how to connect with God in realistic ways that fit with how you're wired.
- [Let Your Light Shine](https://homeword.com/devotionals/let-your-light-shine/) - May we be the kinds of people who shine the light of hope, the light of love, and grace into a darkened world.
- [If I Really Wanted to Make a Difference](https://homeword.com/devotionals/if-i-really-wanted-to-make-a-difference/) - Each of us can make a difference in the life of someone else -- today!
- [Accountability and Support](https://homeword.com/devotionals/accountability-and-support/) - We all need people around us who can ask us the probing questions and encourage us to keep on moving in the right direction in our faith.
- [Why Your Soul Matters](https://homeword.com/devotionals/why-your-soul-matters/) - By regular connection with God, we feed our souls--and at the same time, we stash away spiritual capital that will last forever.
- [Living By Your New Nature](https://homeword.com/devotionals/living-by-your-new-nature/) - The call of the Christ-follower is the call to live our lives following Jesus' example and based on our new nature as God's children.
- [The Cross](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-cross/) - On the surface, the cross represents how our Lord and Savior, Jesus, died. Below the surface of the symbol, the message of the cross is where one finds true hope.
- [Sneak Attack](https://homeword.com/devotionals/sneak-attack/) - Have you become desensitized to the devil's sneak attacks?
- [Knowing Where You're Headed But Not Where You're Going](https://homeword.com/devotionals/knowing-where-youre-headed-but-not-where-youre-going/) - Faith in Christ makes our meandering life journey both possible and worthwhile.
- [The Pressure to Compromise](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-pressure-to-compromise/) - A Christian is called to stand firm and not be seduced by peer pressure, even though sometimes it is very difficult to stand out in the crowd.
- [Jury Duty](https://homeword.com/devotionals/jury-duty/) - Today, breathe in assurance of freedom and everlasting life. For with Jesus, we are more than conquerors.
- [The Mystery of the Wind](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-mystery-of-the-wind/) - Just when you awaken to a new understanding of the depth of who God is, you discover there is something still beyond. It's okay not to have it all figured out.
- [Growing Your Heart, Growing Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/growing-your-heart-growing-love/) - When we love others like Jesus loves, our own hearts will continue to grow, and others will respond to God as they see love played out like they have never seen before.
- [Christmas: Survive or Celebrate?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/christmas-survive-or-celebrate/) - It's Christmastime! Life's too short to make surviving the season our goal. Get on with the serious business of celebrating Jesus!
- [Christmas Can Change Your Life](https://homeword.com/devotionals/christmas-can-change-your-life/) - There’s no better time than Christmastime, as we celebrate God’s greatest gift to us, to make a decision to change!
- [Moving Past Your Past](https://homeword.com/devotionals/moving-past-your-past/) - If God has let go of your sins, now it's your turn to let go of them.
- [The Light of the World](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-light-of-the-world/) - Into a world of darkness came light.
- [For Unto Us a Child is Born](https://homeword.com/devotionals/for-unto-us-a-child-is-born/) - Who would come to save the world? A powerful ruler? A mighty warrior? A skilled politician? No. God decided that Jesus would enter the world scene, just as we all have done, as a baby.
- [Join the Crowd](https://homeword.com/devotionals/join-the-crowd/) - The "great cloud of witnesses" found in Hebrews 12 were not perfect people, but depended daily on God's strength and power in their lives.
- [A Stitch in Time Saves Nine](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-stitch-in-time-saves-nine/) - There is an old saying that states, "A stitch in time saves nine." What it means is that a little maintenance early on can help prevent major damage control later. The same thing is true with sin in our lives.
- [Proof vs. Mystery](https://homeword.com/devotionals/proof-vs-mystery/) - The simple truth is we don't know everything! We can't prove and explain everything. For a follower of Jesus, this is okay.
- [God With Us](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-with-us/) - We celebrate Christmas for the miracle that in Jesus, God is with us.
- [Finding Room for Jesus](https://homeword.com/devotionals/finding-room-for-jesus/) - This season let's make room for the Reason we celebrate Christmas.
- [Snowflake](https://homeword.com/devotionals/snowflake/) - Like a snowflake, you are a special and unique piece of work. There is no one else just like you. In each person, God invests His own workmanship.
- [The Christmas Tree](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-christmas-tree/) - Merry Christmas from HomeWord!
- [Turning Conflict Into Adventure](https://homeword.com/devotionals/turning-conflict-into-adventure/) - Our invitation in the middle of relational conflict: to see any such struggle as an invitation to Christ's adventure in transformation.
- [Give Yourself a Break](https://homeword.com/devotionals/give-yourself-a-break/) - Excellence honors God, but an unhealthy pursuit of perfection--one that either disregards any success along the way, or comes at the cost of integrity--will only lead to disappointment.
- [God's Daily Miracles](https://homeword.com/devotionals/gods-daily-miracles/) - God doesn't always perform miracles at our every petition, but don't underestimate His power either.
- [Phone Tag](https://homeword.com/devotionals/phone-tag/) - You don't need to worry that God doesn't love you anymore and doesn't want to hear from you. He's waiting.
- [Better Together](https://homeword.com/devotionals/better-together/) - Better together means that God has created and called us into relationships. Not only has He summoned us into a personal relationship with Himself, but He invites us to have significant relationships with others.
- [Serving Anyone Anywhere Anytime](https://homeword.com/devotionals/serving-anyone-anywhere-anytime/) - Today, when it comes to serving others, go beyond any thought of rank or position. Be willing to serve anyone anytime in the name of Jesus.
- [Satisfaction Guaranteed](https://homeword.com/devotionals/satisfaction-guaranteed/) - If I pursue with all my heart and energy what God has placed on my heart, the result will be satisfaction. Guaranteed.
- [The To-Do List](https://homeword.com/devotionals/the-to-do-list/) - A look at the variety of "to-dos" for Christians concerning how we are called to treat each other, as found throughout the Scriptures.
- [God is Love](https://homeword.com/devotionals/god-is-love/) - God's essential character is, first and foremost, love. Everything God does, He does through the lens of love.
- [How Quickly We Forget](https://homeword.com/devotionals/how-quickly-we-forget/) - God calls us to be thankful people, people who remember his goodness and trust in Him to provide for our needs.
- [Joy is Yours](https://homeword.com/devotionals/joy-is-yours/) - God's joy runs deep. Even during the tough times it prevails in your soul.
- [A Light for My Path](https://homeword.com/devotionals/a-light-for-my-path/) - The Bible is the light for the Christian's path. It shines brightly at our feet and helps us see which way to go, which decision to make and how to live a life pleasing to God.
- [Handling Rejection](https://homeword.com/devotionals/handling-rejection-2/) - Fully comprehending God's love for us gives us power over rejection.
- [Greater Things?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/greater-things/) - Is it possible to call yourself a follower of Jesus and yet not have your life look like the person you are following?
- [Who is in Control?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/who-is-in-control/) - Are you letting life and circumstances control you, or are you controlling your own life and destiny with God's help?
- [Spiritual Self-Evaluation: Friend or Foe?](https://homeword.com/devotionals/spiritual-self-evaluation-friend-or-foe/) - Realizing that we aren't all we should be spiritually can result in different responses. They can either paralyze us or motivate us to change.

## Jim Burns Blog

- [The Why Behind Road Trips](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-why-behind-road-trips/) - I really like these thoughts by Allen Webster. Allen is a friend and a GREAT writer. He also has one of the most awesome families I know. This blog is motivating. Why we keep choosing road trips…Somewhere between mile marker 200 and the third gas station snack run, something happens... your family becomes a team.Researchers
- [Tuesday Video: 5 Common Communication Failures in Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-5-common-communication-failures-in-marriage-3/) - I thought the points in this video about communication problems in marriage were helpful. I like to tell people all the time that healthy communication is a learned trait.
- [Tuesday Video: A Moving Story About Gratitude](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-moving-story-about-gratitude-2/) - This is a great reminder to be grateful…And today, I’m especially thinking about teachers.
- [Find Your Thin Places](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/find-your-thin-places-2/) - A thin place is a holy space where you encounter God’s presence. It’s a place where the boundary between heaven and earth is especially thin. No one really knows where the term originated, but I’ve heard it said that the first time it was uttered, it almost certainly was spoken with an Irish brogue. Celtic
- [My Parent Fail and My Daughter's Grace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-parent-fail-and-my-daughters-grace-2/) - Many years ago, I took a sabbatical from my work so I could finish writing my Ph.D. dissertation. My entire family picked up and moved to Hawaii for three months. I know you feel sorry for us, but somebody had to do it! Cathy is an educator by training and I made it through high
- [Dirt Grenades](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/dirt-grenades-3/) - Kent Kraning is a good friend and this is a great story about a conflict he had with his dad. His dad needed to apologize. Sometimes that’s exactly what we need to do as parents. This story is an excerpt from his book Dirt Grenades and Other Explosive Parenting Moments. You can get your copy
- [Tuesday Video: Don't Put People In Boxes](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-dont-put-people-in-boxes-5/) - Great reminder that we must flee from judgmental attitudes. We are one body, created in His grace.
- [Regular Family Devotional Time](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/regular-family-devotional-time-3/) - As our babies moved toward childhood, Cathy and I tried to start having regular family devotional times. Usually it consisted of my reading the Bible or a story, and our kids were usually bored and voiced disapproval. Cathy and I would energetically try for a while, and then we would give up for long periods
- [Size Matters: 25 Ways to Go Small](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/size-matters-25-ways-to-go-small/) - During the junior high years, every male learns the phrase “size-matters,” and it becomes the source of many male-oriented jokes and innuendos long into adulthood. Let me set the record straight… size DOES matter. Research points to the fact that women prefer small. Wives prefer their husbands become proficient at mastering small, but meaningful acts
- [Tuesday Video: Change the World by Making Your Bed](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-change-the-world-by-making-your-bed-3/) - I love what Admiral William McRaven has to say about changing the world. It’s incredibly inspirational and it starts with making your bed. I also read his book by the same title and was inspired.
- [Positive Benefits of the Empty Nest](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/positive-benefits-of-the-empty-nest/) - Here is a short list of benefits of the empty nest compiled from our focus groups. Undoubtedly you will be able to add many more to it: You can revive romance. Your kids come back to visit, and you can schedule regular times to connect. It’s easier to get a good night’s sleep. You have
- [Ready for a Baby](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ready-for-a-baby-2/) - I absolutely love this “story of Andrew.” He is the son of my friends David and Rhonda Olshine. Andrew is a wonderful, lovely, young man who has Down Syndrome. What a ride! This is an excerpt from David’s book, The Mystery Silence: Making Sense of Life When God Seems Absent, which I highly recommend. As
- [Tuesday Video: The Time You Have (in Jellybeans)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-time-you-have-in-jellybeans-4/) - I like these kinds of videos. It really makes you think about your top priorities. This one caused me to stop and focus on how important spending time with my family is to me.
- [Use Your Gifts to Serve and Make a Difference](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/use-your-gifts-to-serve-and-make-a-difference-2/) - By the time you begin thinking about finishing well, you have finally become comfortable knowing what your gifts are and how you could make a difference in the world. Making a difference doesn’t have to be a big thing, but people who finish well have learned to serve others. Writer and activist Parker Palmer says
- [Kids Need Parents Who Are Leaders](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/kids-need-parents-who-are-leaders-4/) - I’m afraid too many parents have indulged and enabled their children to such an extent that they have helped create irresponsible and even narcissistic kids. When we have weak, inconsistent discipline and poor boundaries, kids just aren’t willing to grow up. This doesn’t mean teens shouldn’t be nurtured and affirmed, though. Every child needs parents
- [Preparing Couples for a Solid Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-couples-for-a-solid-marriage-2/) - Ted Cunningham is one of America’s finest communicators on marriage. I absolutely love this man! Studies show that there is a 31% better success rate in marriage, if people get pre-marital education and counseling. The problem is couples put all their time and energy into the one-day wedding and yet, sometimes don’t find the time
- [Tuesday Video: Touching Wedding Speech by Father of the Bride](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-touching-wedding-speech-by-father-of-the-bride-2/) - This is one of my favorite videos. I love the advice and tribute this father gave to his new son in law at the wedding of his daughter. It’s funny, maybe a bit corny, and incredibly beautiful. One of the more touching videos on my blog in a very long time.
- [I'm Worried My Child is Self-Harming](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/im-worried-my-child-is-self-harming-3/) - This is an important topic for every parent to read. Far too many kids are leaning into self-harm. Dr. Chinwé Williams did a great job with this blog. Plenty of things keep parents up at night. I can only think of a few that elicit more confusion to a parent and render them helpless than
- [Tuesday Video: Talking To Your Kids About Porn](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-talking-to-your-kids-about-porn-3/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever changing culture.
- [9 Reasons Why Dinnertime Should be Family Time](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-reasons-why-dinnertime-should-be-family-time-3/) - A number of studies from the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA) have confirmed that regular family mealtimes offer great benefits to families in general and to kids specifically. In the hectic pace of today’s family life, I’m happy to know that more families are investing in intentional efforts to
- [How You Think About Your Spouse Determines How You Treat Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-you-think-about-your-spouse-determines-how-you-treat-your-spouse-2/) - I am so excited that my good friend, Ted Lowe’s excellent brand-new marriage book has just released. I have already read his new book, Us In Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage, and I LOVE it. Ted’s writings on marriage are inspirational, practical and life changing. This is part 2 of a two-part
- [Tuesday Video: Repair Your Past & Improve Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-repair-your-past-improve-your-marriage/)
- [What You Think About Yourself Matters Big to Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-you-think-about-yourself-matters-big-to-your-marriage-2/) - I am so excited that my good friend, Ted Lowe’s excellent brand-new marriage book has just released. I have already read his new book, Us In Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage, and I LOVE it. Ted’s writings on marriage are inspirational, practical and life changing. This is part 1 of a
- [21 Ideas for Self-Care](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/21-ideas-for-self-care-2/) - Here is a great list of self-care ideas. Self care is not selfish but instead helps you build a strong foundation to be a better person. 1. Volunteer.2. Mentor someone.3. Work with children.4. Connect with other singles and marrieds in specialized groups.5. Be proactive about connecting with friends and family.6. Join support groups for empty-nest
- [Tuesday Video: Chito, The Hardest Working Man](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-chito-the-hardest-working-man-2/) - I love this story of a hardworking man with a disability who is making a difference in Del Rio, Texas. What an inspiring story!
- [In The Empty Nest Transition is Hard](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-the-empty-nest-transition-is-hard-2/) - Transition can be a bumpy ride for anyone. The transition to the empty nest isn’t just about being confronted with quietness in the home. It might be more about your identity. When our kids were home, one result of all of their extracurricular activities, including school functions and church parties at our house, was that
- [How to Get Kids to Look Away from Their Screens and Take Pleasure in Books](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-get-kids-to-look-away-from-their-screens-and-take-pleasure-in-books-2/) - I hope parents take this great advice and encourage their kids to read more books. In the summer, there were lots of excuses: camp, the pool, the beach, lazy days when it didn’t seem so bad if your kids were still in their pajamas and maybe watching a little TV or noodling around on an
- [Tuesday Video: The Gift of Consequences](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-gift-of-consequences-3/) - Here is a great parenting tip from my good friends Rick Bundschuh and Dain Spore. So clear and helpful.
- [Accountability and Confession in Friendships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/accountability-and-confession-in-friendships-2/) - A deep friendship happens not only when you share fun and playfulness but also when you are vulnerable with each other. I like what John Townsend says in his book How to Be a Best Friend Forever: “Life is too short to go through it without vulnerability.” He goes on to say, “We all need
- [2 Reasons You Should Not Be Independent](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/2-reasons-you-should-not-be-independent-3/) - This was a very interesting guest blog. I read all things “Shaunti”. You might look at that title and raise an eyebrow. Isn’t independence what we are going for? Well, yes, we are going for it: and it is one of the main reasons we have so much stress in our lives. In part because
- [Ohana Means Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ohana-means-family-2/) - This blog describes well HomeWord’s commitment to partner with the church and families to reach this next generation of families. Their challenges are huge and it will take focused effort to come alongside them. Ohana means family. I love the word “Ohana. On a visit to the Island of Oahu, I came to understand what
- [Tuesday Video: Graduation. You Got This](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-graduation-you-got-this-2/) - Don’t miss this video. The skit guys did an amazing job putting together this most inspiring video together about a young woman graduating from high school and a parent’s thoughts on her growing up. So good.
- [Practical Ideas for a High-Maintenance Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ideas-for-a-high-maintenance-marriage-2/) - Cathy and I have often said publicly that we have a high-maintenance marriage. We have been married for over fifty years, and we feel a bit like how Billy Graham described his fifty-four year marriage: “Ruth and I are happily incompatible.” Cathy and I wouldn’t trade our relationship for anything, but it hasn’t always been
- [Tuesday Video: Why This Ratio is the Key to A Happy Life](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-this-ratio-is-the-key-to-a-happy-life/) - Here is a great and practical reminder about thriving in relationships from my friend Dr. Andy Garrett.
- [5 Questions to Ask as You Discipline Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-questions-to-ask-as-you-discipline-your-teenager-2/) - Doug Fields gives us five key questions to have in mind when we discipline our kids. When I was growing up and did something I knew that I should not do, my parents would spank me. My dad had an interesting spanking technique. I can remember him getting mad, deciding he was going to spank
- [Tuesday Video: Building Resilience](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-building-resilience/) - I really liked this video sponsored by Prager U. Dr. Stephan Marmer is a Psychiatrist at the UCLA Medical School. It’s on resilience and I think he is on to something here when it comes to living a fulfilled life, as well as a better family experience.
- [9 Things to Do Instead of Yell at Your ADD Child or Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-things-to-do-instead-of-yell-at-your-add-child-or-teen-3/) - Daniel Amen and the Amen Clinics have helped thousands of people struggling with ADD/ADHD and many other issues related to the brain. I thought this was a good basic article that was practical and helpful if your child has ADD. You can get more information on Daniel Amen and his work at: www.amenclinics.com. Before becoming
- [Tuesday Video: Men & Women Text Differently](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-men-women-text-differently/) - I love the humor of Christian comedian Tim Hawkins.
- [Memorial Day Bagpipes Tribute: Amazing Grace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/memorial-day-bagpipes-tribute-amazing-grace-2/) - Happy Memorial Day. I thought this video with some outstanding quotes was just the thing for me to pause from all the things planned today and remember and be grateful for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. Thank you to all the men and women in our military today. Thank you and
- [Avoid the Crash](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/avoid-the-crash/) - Several years ago, a big-city commuter train crashed, killing several and seriously injuring hundreds of people. The train was traveling too fast in a location that required it to go slow. When investigators looked into the accident, they made three observations that should have prevented the devastation:1. A comparable crash had already taken place in
- [Predicting Divorce](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/predicting-divorce-3/) - If anyone has ever heard me speak on marriage, they know I quote John Gottman, a lot. In fact, almost every marriage expert communicator I know quotes John Gottman, a lot. The reason is that there is not a more effective researcher on marriage in the world today. John is a conflict expert. Here is
- [Preparing Your Kids for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-your-kids-for-college-5/) - If college is in your kid’s future, understand that there are many ways to pursue a college education without being subjected to a lifetime of debt. For your child, it may mean choosing to attend a community college for the first two years, and then attending an in-state school for the last two years. There
- [Tuesday Video: Every Teenager Needs to Hear This](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-every-teenager-needs-to-hear-this-3/) - When my kids were still young we would often look at inspirational videos like this one. Sometimes those videos would not have spiritual message and I would ask them to find spiritual meaning in a message like today’s video. This is a great video to share with preteens and teens.
- [Blocks to Successful Communication in Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/blocks-to-successful-communication-in-marriage-4/) - The trait that is most closely linked to the success or failure of your marriage is your ability to communicate. Dr. John Gottman is one of the world’s leading experts on marriage. He claims that he often can determine if a couple is on the road to divorce by observing them interact on an issue
- [4 Tips to Avoid Drama](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/4-tips-to-avoid-drama-3/) - I love all things John Townsend. He is a friend and brilliant thinker. Many families tell me that there is just way too much drama in their homes. I thought this blog spoke practically about how to avoid drama. Human beings are prone to drama. Unfortunate, but true. It’s just in our nature. You need
- [Tuesday Video: Laughing at Church](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-laughing-at-church/) - I love Michael Jr. He is a comedian extraordinaire. He happens to be a Christian who can look inside the church and make us laugh. Here is one of my favorites.
- [Negotiating Boundaries with Your Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/negotiating-boundaries-with-your-adult-children/) - Being a good parent of a young adult requires establishing healthy boundaries for our kids and then holding them accountable. The goal in moving toward responsible adulthood is take the monkey of responsibility off your back and place it squarely on the back of your adult child. This goes right along with the saying, “They
- [When You Think Your Husband is Overreacting ... Again](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-you-think-your-husband-is-overreacting-again-2/) - I’m a total fan of anything Shaunti Feldhahn writes. I loved her insight in this blog from Shaunti.com. “If I had heard this a few years ago, I wouldn’t be divorced today.” I can’t tell you how often I have heard that phrase. At my speaking engagements I frequently have people tell me how much
- [Tuesday Video: The Present](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-present-3/) - This video is a great story for kids and their parents.
- [Have Serious Fun](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/have-serious-fun-3/) - Transitioning to a new role as a parent isn’t all loss and tears—there is also some serious fun to be had! You can’t determine the outcome of your children’s lives, so shift your focus to creating fun and enjoyable experiences you can share together. “A cheerful heart is good medicine,” wrote wise King Solomon, “but
- [Tuesday Video: How Cell Phones Impact our Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-cell-phones-impact-our-relationships-2/) - Simon Sinek is an amazing communicator. This 2-minute video is brilliant and it’s on how you use your cell phone. Everyone needs to watch this.
- [Tuesday Video: Interview with An Infant](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-interview-with-an-infant-3/) - Dad La Guardia Cross’ “New Father Chronicles” series is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming. His adorable “Interview With An Infant” video is no exception.
- [Tuesday Video: Teenagers!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teenagers/) - Some very good insight on understanding your teen with this fun video. If you are looking for more content on Understanding Your Teen click here for my favorite book on teenagers.
- [An Invitation to Keep the Welcome Mat Out and Your Mouth Shut](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/an-invitation-to-keep-the-welcome-mat-out-and-your-mouth-shut/) - An Invitation to Keep the Welcome Mat Out and Your Mouth Shut Something wakes me up. I look at the clock and it is 2:30 a.m. I then discover what, or rather who, disturbed my sleep. It’s my wife, Cathy. She is just lying there next to me with her eyes wide open. “What’s
- [If Your Kids Say This Phrase, They're More Entitled Than You Realize](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/if-your-kids-say-this-phrase-theyre-more-entitled-than-you-realize-2/) - This is worth the read for any parent who has ever had your kid say, “That’s not fair!” There is an entitled phrase in our vocabulary that nobody has to teach us to say. It’s a phrase kids say very quickly in childhood. And it’s a phrase you should ban in your household: The #1
- [The Mean Girl in the Mirror](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-mean-girl-in-the-mirror-3/) - ​Leslie Snyder is a long-time friend and life transformation coach. She is a health and fitness expert. Leslie’s fitness and health advice can be found here. I’m not going to lie. This blog is risky. Why? For starters, it’s the first blog on my new site and secondly, because there’s nothing I can say in
- [Leaving An Impactful Legacy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/leaving-an-impactful-legacy-2/) - During a time of tension or deep disappointment, it can be difficult to think about creating a positive legacy for your children, but it is possible. Don’t give in to despair or minimize your power to create a positive climate of influence and leave a legacy in your children’s lives. Your attitude, lifestyle, values, faith,
- [Tuesday Video: Why Moms Get Nothing Done](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-moms-get-nothing-done-5/) - I’m dedicating this video to all the wonderful moms out there who work so hard and sometimes don’t get the credit they deserve. And for some dads who have said to their spouse, “But what did you do all day?”.
- [Faith Development and Our Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/faith-development-and-our-teens-2/) - Just like a roller coaster ride, parents of teens must tighten their seat belts and hold on for dear life. At the same time, with an informed understanding of how faith develops in your teen’s life, you’ll be better prepared for the ride, and you never know, you might even find yourself enjoying it along
- [Gray Divorce](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/gray-divorce-3/) - I read everything Gary Thomas writes. This was a very interesting article about divorce and marriage with older adults. Jordan looked shell-shocked. I knew him to be a gregarious man with a great sense of humor, accomplished, confident, almost intimidating (but only because of my insecurities, not because of his arrogance or manipulation). Yet he
- [Five Lessons I Learned in Youth Group that Turned Out to be True, Actually](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-lessons-i-learned-in-youth-group-that-turned-out-to-be-true-actually-2/) - As you probably know, I have invested my entire adult life thinking about how to empower kids. My youth ministry background is ingrained throughout our ministry at HomeWord. I love what Max Lucado’s daughter, Andrea, had to say about what she learned from her youth ministry experience. I think our generation likes to complain about
- [Who is That Stranger in My House?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-is-that-stranger-in-my-house-3/) - I’m the first to admit it wasn’t easy for me when my girls became teenagers. “The change” was not gradual for our kids. Our loving, affectionate, obedient girls suddenly copped attitudes, danced with danger, said and did outrageous things, and weren’t very fun to be with some of the time. When I would hear about
- [Tuesday Video: 20 Minutes Earlier](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-20-minutes-earlier/) - This is a very powerful video helping us to try and understand what others might be going through. This is worth showing your children.
- [Drafting A Family Constitution](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/drafting-a-family-constitution-2/) - Ted Cunningham is one of the greatest guys I know. He is also one of the funniest communicators. His specialty is marriage and parenting and he pastors a great church, Woodland Hills Family Church in Branson, MO. The Burns family drafted our family constitution when our kids were still in elementary school. It remained on
- [You Can't Change Your Spouse; You Can Only Change Yourself](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/you-cant-change-your-spouse-you-can-only-change-yourself-2/) - Have you ever played the If Only game? Here’s how it goes: “If only my spouse were more outgoing …” “If only she would stop spending money …” “If only my husband was more romantic …” You get the idea. “If only” projects your wish list upon your spouse. Most married couples have played this
- [Building Spiritual Disciplines as a Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/building-spiritual-disciplines-as-a-family/) - Laine Craft is a very dynamic writer and speaker. This is week two of her two-blog series. You can get more information about her wonderful books and ministry here. And be sure to get your copy of The Beginning of You. Faith can seem far off when family life moves too fast. Some parents hope their kids meet
- [Modeling Faith: How Your Spiritual Life Shapes Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/modeling-faith-how-your-spiritual-life-shapes-your-children/) - Laine Craft is a very dynamic writer and speaker. This is week one of her two-blog series. You can get more information about her wonderful books and ministry here. And be sure to pre-order your copy of The Beginning of You out March 17, 2026. Living by your beliefs while raising kids changes something deep in
- [Tuesday Video: Twins](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-twins-2/) - A great reminder of the power of God’s creation.
- [What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-age-should-parents-teach-their-children-healthy-sexuality-5/) - Anytime I speak to parents about teaching their children healthy sexuality, I ask them a question, “Did you receive healthy, positive, values-centered sex education from your parents growing up?” Many times, no one raises their hands or else, it’s just a few at the most! Since most people didn’t receive good sex education from their
- [Tuesday Video: Inspiring story of Lynsi Snyder: CEO of In-N-Out Burger](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-inspiring-story-of-lynsi-snyder-ceo-of-in-n-out-burger/) - I’m a total In-N-Out Burger Fan. I’m even more a fan of the owner of In and Out, Lynsi Synder. She is courageous, authentic and a wonderful believer.
- [The Gift of Listening](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-gift-of-listening-3/) - Laura is a wonderful Marriage and Family Therapist in the Bay Area and clinical supervisor at Community Presbyterian Church in Danville, CA. You can learn more about Laura by visiting her website LauraTaggart.com. Listening with full attention to your mate is the foundation of a loving relationship. More than anything else, it conveys your desire
- [Five Tips for Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-tips-for-resolving-conflict-in-your-marriage/) - Not all problems are resolvable! I wish more marriage experts would just tell us that from the beginning. Some problems we face are perpetual. These are problems that will always be in our lives in one form or another. You will have issues in your relationship where the best you can do is agree to disagree.
- [Help for Raising Strong-Willed Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/help-for-raising-strong-willed-children-3/) - If you have been blessed with a strong-willed child, you know that parenting can be a difficult task. Unfortunately, there aren’t any ready-made formulas that apply to all kids when it comes to parenting. As good parenting requires an individual approach to each child, it’s even more important when trying to raise a strong-willed child.
- [Five Ways to Kill Warmth in Your Family (and how to rebuild it)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-ways-to-kill-warmth-in-your-family-and-how-to-rebuild-it/) - Kara Powell is one of the finest people I know. I read everything she writes. This was a really good post. Math homework. It’s normally not a battleground in our family, but last week, it was. Our youngest’s fifth grade teacher had been a bit rushed in her math explanation that day, so Jessica came
- [Tuesday Video: The Best First Date](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-best-first-date-2/) - This video is great. It brought back some very cool memories in my life.
- [Tuesday Video: Epic Trick Shot Battle 3 | Dude Perfect](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-epic-trick-shot-battle-3-dude-perfect/) - Oh my goodness! You must see this to believe it. Crazy talented.
- [Examine Your Life and Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/examine-your-life-and-your-marriage-2/) - I hear couples say all the time, “We’ve lost our focus. Our priorities and attitude took a wrong turn.” No one starts out to have a second-rate marriage, but it happens so often because we blame our spouse and don’t have the emotional energy to be intentional in making the decisions ourselves that will make
- [Is Pursuing Our Passion During Parenthood Selfish?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-pursuing-our-passion-during-parenthood-selfish/) - I thought this blog, written by Bethany Adkins, had an important lesson for all of us. Becoming a parent is one of the most life altering things that we experience. It is a beautiful, fun-filled journey, but it also comes with much sacrifice. In the early days, we give up sleep to care for an
- [Tuesday Video: Forever Now](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-forever-now/) - Love this beautiful reminder that kids grow up fast.
- [Kiss to Keep Your Hearts Connected](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/kiss-to-keep-your-hearts-connected/) - Here’s a fact: happy marriages kiss more often. Kissing is like throwing logs on the fire—it helps to keep the relational connection and the physical passion alive and burning. Kissing fosters a sense of security and actually is known to produce a physiologically healthy link to happiness. When you kiss your spouse, your body releases
- [Tuesday Video: How to Get A Kid to Make Their Bed](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-get-a-kid-to-make-their-bed-2/) - Jordan Watson is a New Zealander who puts out a weekly “instructional video” on parenting. I love his stuff and he has a great sense of humor. We are doing three weeks of Jordan’s videos. This one is on “How to get a kid to make their bed.”
- [Five Ways to Change the Environment in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-ways-to-change-the-environment-in-your-marriage-3/) - A great blog from Doug Fields. Mending wounded relationships is NOT simple and band aids are rarely effective, but there are some simple, practical, and transforming actions that can be taken to change a tone/vibe/environment within your home and marriage. Try these 5 actions for a week and see if the temperature in your home
- [How Self-Care Can Improve Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-self-care-can-improve-your-marriage-2/) - In order to make your marriage a top priority, you will have to take the necessary steps and work through some issues. The starting point may surprise you, though. Don’t begin by focusing on your relationship. Instead, take a deeper look at your own life. Self-care can be the first step to moving your marriage
- [Together with Purpose](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/together-with-purpose/) - My friend, Amy Morgan is a major part of leading National Marriage Week's amazing marriage content programing. Every night from February 7th through February 13th top marriage experts from the USA and abroad will inspire you with great insights. It’s a wonderful program with an amazing line up or marriage thought leaders. This blog will
- [Are You Pushing Your Adult Children Away?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/are-you-pushing-your-adult-children-away-3/) - Dr. John Townsend has some excellent advice on doing life with your adult children in this guest blog. If you find yourself in this season of having adult children you also may want to take a look at my book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children. The adult-parent and the adult-child generations are having struggles
- [Tuesday Video: Just Be Quiet](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-just-be-quiet-3/) - Mark Gregston is a good friend filled with great wisdom on parenting. You can find more about him and the great work he is doing at heartlightministries.org.
- [The Unveiling of A Name: Generation to Generation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-unveiling-of-a-name-generation-to-generation-3/) - Some memories you just never ever forget. My daughter Christy was pregnant with our first grandchild. She had already revealed the sex of the baby months before while Cathy and I were on a vacation in Hawaii. Christy created a box of baby boy items to show us on Facetime as a creative and visual
- [Develop A Spiritual Time Together](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/develop-a-spiritual-time-together-3/) - Developing spiritual intimacy as a couple is very similar to developing other important life disciplines. All disciplines require time, focus, and energy. As a couple making a commitment to developing spiritual intimacy, you will want to find a plan that works for you. We don’t have a one-size-fits-all recommendation. Actually, we’ve learned that developing this
- [6 Signs He or She Isn’t Marriage Material](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-signs-he-or-she-isnt-marriage-material-3/) - Besides a relationship with God, one of the most important decisions a person can make is concerning their future spouse. Gary Thomas is one of my favorite authors on relationships and I thought this blog was very helpful for someone who is seriously dating or even engaged. You can read more great Gary Thomas blogs
- [Tuesday Video: Psychology of People Who Grew Up in the 1970s](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-psychology-of-people-who-grew-up-in-the-1970s/) - This was an insightful video for me on how different it is growing up in in 2026 compared to the 70s. It has some helpful thoughts for parents who are trying to figure out this generation compared the generation they grew up in.
- [Tuesday Video: Teens Baffled By Rotary Phone](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teens-baffled-by-rotary-phone-4/) - Times have changed. Fun video of teenagers attempting to use a rotary phone.
- [Passing Faith to Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/passing-faith-to-your-children-3/) - Do you know what the most often quoted scripture of all time is? Many Christians might answer John 3:16 or maybe Psalm 23, but the most often quoted Scripture from the Bible is by far Deuteronomy 6:4-9. Here’s why: Every morning and every evening in Orthodox Jewish homes, this scripture is said aloud. It is
- [Five Reasons Your Teen and PreTeen Want You to Set Boundaries (sort of)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-reasons-your-teen-and-preteen-want-you-to-set-boundaries-sort-of-4/) - Does your preteen or teenager really want boundaries? While you will never hear your teens say to you, “Can you please add some more restrictions to my life?” they really do want to know what’s expected of them and what will be the consequences of violating the boundaries that you’ve set. In homes where parents set clear boundaries for
- [Tuesday Video: Forget Your New Year’s Resolution](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-forget-your-new-years-resolution-2/) - I love, love this video. This may be a video for the entire family to watch. Happy New Year!
- [Tuesday Video: Toxic Influence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-toxic-influence/) - Here is a powerful short video. Don’t miss it. It’s about the influence of social media on girls.
- [A New Year – A Fresh Start](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-new-year-a-fresh-start-2/) - A New Year – A Fresh Start A story is told about a factory burning down that was owned and managed by the great inventor Thomas Edison. It happened December 9, 1914. As the factory burned, great geysers of green flame, fueled by laboratory chemicals, shot into the air. Fire departments from eight towns rushed
- [When Change Comes Home: Helping Your Kids (and Yourself) Navigate What’s New](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-change-comes-home-helping-your-kids-and-yourself-navigate-whats-new/) - You will like this blog. Betsy Marvin is one of my favs and she brings great wisdom to you with this blog. Find out more about Betsy here. As a Michigander, I am beginning to see the changes around me that point toward the beginning of fall up here in the north. The mornings are
- [How About A Creative Date This Month?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-about-a-creative-date-this-month-3/) - I don’t know about you, but when I read some of the marriage or family books in bookstores today, I tend to feel overwhelmed with all I need to do to improve. Some of it looks like just too much work. Working on friendship and fun in your relationship can be done with just a
- [Tuesday Video: Parenting Advice: 10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Having a Baby](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-parenting-advice-10-things-i-wish-id-known-before-having-a-baby-3/) - Great thoughts and very affirming. Okay, I did tear up at end.
- [Making a Toolbox for Anxiety](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-a-toolbox-for-anxiety-2/) - I really admire the people at ChristianParenting.org. They have some great blogs and this one is very helpful for anyone who sometimes struggles with anxiety. Worry has been a constant companion of mine for as long as I can remember. And as much as I wished it away, it didn’t budge. So when my fourth
- [What Was My Kid Thinking?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-was-my-kid-thinking/) - If you’ve never said it out loud, I’m sure you’ve at least thought it: What was my kid thinking? It’s a common question for many parents who live with adolescents in their homes. Typically, the question comes in response to some puzzling or irresponsible action on the part of the teenager. You can partially blame this
- [Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-the-most-of-your-familys-christmas-5/) - It’s Christmastime and it’s time to celebrate. But for many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” Why? It’s because the holidays can be hectic, heartbreaking, harrowing, and just plain hard to deal with. In short, the holidays can be a hassle. Even though we’re celebrating the birth
- [The Cure for a Blue Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-cure-for-a-blue-christmas-2/) - Jim Liebelt is a wonderful writer, researcher, and expert in youth culture. This is a short but important message on how to get beyond holiday sadness with 10 practical ideas on things you and your family can do. The Cure for a Blue Christmas One of the best ways people can get beyond holiday season
- [The Gold Wrapping Paper – An Inspirational Short Christmas Story](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-gold-wrapping-paper-an-inspirational-short-christmas-story-2/) - “Merry Christmas! I hope this day is filled with love and laughter and the reminder that the baby born in a lowly stable over 2,000 years ago is our Savior and Lord. God’s love knows no limits. I’ve always loved this little Christmas love story. To my knowledge the author is not known.” Once upon
- [Tuesday Video: The Nativity Story (As Imagined By Children in Kenya)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-nativity-story-as-imagined-by-children-in-kenya-2/) - I love this rendition the Nativity Story. It was filmed in Kenya and imagined by children with some of their cultural traditions. It’s beautiful. Don’t miss it. This was done by our good friends at Compassion International who do so much good for children around the world.
- [Tips for Becoming a Better Dad](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-becoming-a-better-dad/) - In our culture, when it comes to parenting, the role that fathers play too often has been minimized. Typically, moms are more connected and involved in the parenting process. But this doesn’t mean that dads aren’t important (they are!) or that they shouldn’t give their best efforts to becoming the kind of father that God
- [Tips for Creating a Great Family Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-creating-a-great-family-christmas-4/) - For many of us, Christmastime is anticipated with both joy and anxiety. Sure, we love the celebrations, the family traditions, and we cherish the memories of holidays gone by; but along with them, we add the stresses of preparation, expectations, and the fear of letdowns or family squabbles that we have experienced in the past.
- [Tuesday Video: Love is a Gift – A Christmas Short Film](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-love-is-a-gift-a-christmas-short-film-2/) - This is a beautiful and very moving short story of a mom and her son….
- [Tuesday Video: Mary, Did You Know? – 7th Ave](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-mary-did-you-know-7th-ave-2/) - I had the best quiet moment in the midst of a busy season when I took the time to listen to this incredible rendition of Mary Did You Know by the musical group, 7th Ave. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
- [From My Grieving Mama Heart to Yours, Please Give Your Children These 7 Gifts This Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-my-grieving-mama-heart-to-yours-please-give-your-children-these-7-gifts-this-christmas-2/) - This is wonderful advice on the type of gifts to give our children at Christmas and all the rest of the year as well. It’s from a mom who lost her daughter and has some incredible insight. I was enjoying getting lost in the large store, books piled high on every shelf. It seemed it
- [20 Memorable Family Christmas Traditions](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/20-memorable-family-christmas-traditions-4/) - Traditions are important for families because they provide opportunities to keep your family legacy going. From the simple to the silly to the sentimental, traditions can create meaningful memories. Don’t hesitate to try out some new traditions this Christmas season and see what works and what doesn’t for your own family. You just may create
- [7 Ways to Get to Christmas Without a Total Meltdown](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/7-ways-to-get-to-christmas-without-a-total-meltdown/) - Carey Nieuwhof is one of my favorites. This is a GREAT blog and a great reminder that we can get “overambitious" with Christmas agendas. For more information on Carey’s leadership click here. Instagram lies. Well, at least I’m sure it does at some point over Christmas. When I see people posting pictures of how wonderful
- [A Dad's Playbook for Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-dads-playbook-for-thanksgiving/) - Jeff Hamilton is a friend and someone I respect greatly. This is a great blog on Dad’s involvement around Thanksgiving. It is helpful, practical, and inspiring. Here is a link to learn more about Jeff's ministry DadAcademy.info. Holidays give dads a chance to lead intentionally. They are a built in opportunity to craft experiences that
- [Ticket Without A Seat](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ticket-without-a-seat/) - I love the message of this 3 minute video. This film won an Oscar for the best short feature animated movie.
- [Preparing Your Kids for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-your-kids-for-college-4/) - Preparing Your Kids for College If college is in your kid’s future, understand that there are many ways to pursue a college education without being subjected to a lifetime of debt. For your child, it may mean choosing to attend a community college for the first two years, and then attending an in-state school for
- [Tuesday Video: Digital Insanity: Can We Auto Correct Humanity?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-digital-insanity-can-we-auto-correct-humanity-4/) - This video is GREAT on several levels. No surprise that this generation is the most overstimulated when it comes to our focus on the world of digital media.
- [Tuesday Video: Look Up!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-look-up-2/) - I love this video. It’s a wonderful reminder for anyone who can get caught up too much time on the phone and social media.
- [Harmony in Marital Conflict](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/harmony-in-marital-conflict-2/) - I loved this guest blog by Lucille Williams. In the midst of her story there is GREAT insight on how to do conflict in a healthy manner. You can get more insight from Lucille at LuSays.com. Harmony in Marital Conflict I was mad. The more I thought about it, the angrier I got. This may
- [The Parenting Challenge](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-parenting-challenge-2/) - Meet Darin Berkley. This blog post is a challenge from Darin to “date your kids monthly.” He has had over 175 dates with his kids and it’s a great challenge. He also has a website called Chalkboardparenting.com. My Story In December 2009, my wife and I found out we were going to have our second
- [Tuesday Video: The Time You Have (in Jellybeans)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-time-you-have-in-jellybeans-3/) - I like these kinds of videos. It really makes you think about your top priorities. This one caused me to stop and focus on how important spending time with my family is to me.
- [Watch Your Tone!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/watch-your-tone-2/) - Doug Fields is one of my favorite people on the planet. I love what he had to say about setting an atmosphere and tone in your home. Watch Your Tone! When it comes to communication, even more important than words is the tone that accompanies them. You’ve most likely heard the phrase, “It’s not what
- [Teach Your Kids to Learn to Discern the Changing Culture](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/teach-your-kids-to-learn-to-discern-the-changing-culture-2/) - Teach Your Kids to Learn to Discern the Changing Culture It is better to teach your teen how to discern culture’s impact than to keep him in a protective bubble. When kids are younger, parents must truly protect their children from unhealthy cultural influences, but as they become teenagers, your parenting style has to change
- [Keeping the Communication Lines Open](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keeping-the-communication-lines-open-3/) - Keeping the Communication Lines Open Nobody will listen to you unless they sense that you like them.—Donald Miller My parents when I was 7: “Go to your room!”My parents now: “Come out of your room!”—Paul, age 16 When I speak at parenting conferences, I usually ask parents how many of them are enjoying good communication
- [Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/family-relationships-are-more-important-than-our-vocation-3/) - Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation It seems like this conversation happened just yesterday, but it actually happened before Cathy and I had kids. I was a youth pastor at a thriving church and one night after a great youth group meeting we went to get something to eat. Cathy’s lip began to
- [Tuesday Video: How To Raise an Independent, Free-Thinking Child](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-raise-an-independent-free-thinking-child-2/) - I loved this parenting video. I loved how the Dad handled the discussion and at the end you see how awesome his daughter is too.
- [The Best Things in Life Are Not Things](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-best-things-in-life-are-not-things-3/) - The Best Things in Life Are Not Things Dear Dad, $chool i$ really great. I am making lot$ of friend$ and $tudying very hard. With all my $tuff, I $imply can’t think of anything I need, $o if you would like, you can ju$t $end me a card, a$ I would love to hear from
- [Transforming Criticism into Wishes: A Recipe for Successful Conflict](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/transforming-criticism-into-wishes-a-recipe-for-successful-conflict-2/) - I like so much of what happens with the Gottman Institute. I don’t always agree with every stand they take on marriage, but I thought this blog was very helpful. I’ve learned more from the Gottman Institute when it comes to conflict resolution then anywhere else. Sometimes a simple thought like turning a criticism into
- [Empty-Nest Friendships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/empty-nest-friendships-2/) - Empty-Nest Friendships “I never thought my closest friends would be those I found after fifty.” When I first started researching what life might look like in a healthy empty-nest season, I made a list of people I knew who appeared to have made the shift well, people who seemed to be thriving in the second
- [I Wish Someone Had Told Me](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/i-wish-someone-had-told-me-3/) - “I loved this blog and I loved his thoughts on life. This blog motivated me to create my own “25 Things.” Maybe it will do the same for you.” I Wish Someone Had Told Me I ran across an article the other day written by a man listing some of the things he wished someone
- [Financial Education for Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/financial-education-for-children-2/) - Financial Education for Children If a couple doesn’t have a proactive training process for their children’s morals and values, then they probably won’t be doing much to train their children to handle finances in a right way either. It’s probably because the couple themselves still have a great deal of work to do in both
- [Showing Up Is Enough](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/showing-up-is-enough-2/) - Sarah Bragg is an incredible writer, mom and all-around great person. I love her perspective in this blog. Also, don’t forget to take a look at her book, A Mother’s Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith, and Myself, and visit her website at SarahBragg.com. Showing Up Is Enough Nothing can
- [What Are Your Conflict Blocks?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-are-your-conflict-blocks-3/) - What Are Your Conflict Blocks? Dealing with conflict in appropriate and positive ways is a learned trait. Typically, we’ll begin learning conflict management at about the same time we learn to talk and walk. You may not want to admit it, but you probably apply some of the same patterns your parents used when they
- [A Word to Single Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-word-to-single-parents-2/) - A Word to Single Parents When I speak at single parents’ groups, I am reminded of what incredible people single parents are and the extra load they carry. Parenting is tough enough with two people, let alone with only one. I’d like to share with you a story from the Bible: Moses and the Israelites
- [Tuesday Video: Millennial Finances be Like ...](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-millennial-finances-be-like-2/) - A fun video on how a millennial might deal with finances. Sort of too true in some parts. Enjoy.
- [Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for Blended Families](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grafting-a-painful-but-beautiful-process-for-blended-families-3/) - When people ask me about blended family issues, I give them two words: Ron Deal. I view Ron as the nations top authority on step parenting and blended families. I really like this blog. If you don’t need it, perhaps there is someone in your world who does. Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for
- [Love Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/love-your-spouse-2/) - Cathy and I have what we call a high-maintenance marriage. We met the first day of college and were married one week after Cathy graduated.
- [Tuesday Video: Who You Are: A Message To All Women](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-who-you-are-a-message-to-all-women-2/) - Inspirational truths for all women; young and old.
- [Help Kids Identify Toxic Friendships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/help-kids-identify-toxic-friendships-2/) - It’s not enough for parents to point out that a friend is unhealthy, and if we push too hard, it can lead to our kids staying in those relationships just to prove they can make their own choices.
- [Culture Post: Healthy or Unhealthy Childhood Habits Could Shape Adult Habits](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-healthy-or-unhealthy-childhood-habits-could-shape-adult-habits/) - A person's strength and cardiovascular fitness in adulthood may be traced back to behaviors established during childhood, according to a new University of Georgia study.
- [Humor and the Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/humor-and-the-family-2/) - Humor and the Family Humor heals broken families. A friend of mine once said, “Family jokes, though rightly cursed by strangers, are the bond that keeps most families alive.” Our family has favorite funny stories about our trips that crack us up every time but can’t be translated to others because “you had to be
- [Tuesday Video: Toddler Gives Her Mother Advice After Hearing Her Parents Fight](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-toddler-gives-her-mother-advice-after-hearing-her-parents-fight-2/) - “Out of the mouths of babes.” This is a cute video of a little toddler giving her mother advice after hearing her parents fight.
- [Five Biblical Truths to Anchor Your Children’s Identity in Christ](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-biblical-truths-to-anchor-your-childrens-identity-in-christ-2/) - I have really enjoyed getting to know all the great things at Christianparenting.com. They have some wonderful blogs and podcasts. I really thought this blog by Nikki Evanson did a great job helping parents learn to anchor their children’s identity in Christ. Five biblical truths to anchor your children's identity in Christ I couldn’t help
- [Culture Post: Inactive Parents Tend to Have Couch Potato Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-inactive-parents-tend-to-have-couch-potato-kids/) - Kids are more likely to become couch potatoes — or enthusiastically active — based on what they see their parents doing day-to-day, a new study says.
- [Parenting Teenagers: When to Be There and When to Stay Away](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-teenagers-when-to-be-there-and-when-to-stay-away/) - Parenting Teenagers: When to be There and When to Stay Away When our children first come into the world, we can’t get enough of them! We want to hold them, cuddle and cradle them, keep them safe from the evil of the outside world. They’re perfect—and we want to keep them that way. Of course,
- [Tuesday Video: Be YOU](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-be-you-2/) - Great words done in a beautiful way…Pass this one on to your kids.
- [Closeness with Dads May Play Special Role in How Kids Weather Adolescence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/closeness-with-dads-may-play-special-role-in-how-kids-weather-adolescence-3/) - Today’s dad is doing so much better in parenting than any previous generation but we still need to be reminded of the incredible impact a father can have on their children. Closeness with Dads May Play Special Role in How Kids Weather Adolescence Adolescence can be an emotionally turbulent time, but new research at Penn
- [3 One Liners That Make a Huge Difference In Our Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-one-liners-that-make-a-huge-difference-in-our-marriage-3/) - When I ask people what it takes to have a great marriage, they mostly say one of two things: hard work or good communication.
- [Culture Post: How Helicopter Parents Are Setting Children Up for Anxiety Nightmare in College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-how-helicopter-parents-are-setting-children-up-for-anxiety-nightmare-in-college/) - Parents who constantly monitor and control their children’s lives may be setting them up for a mental health crisis in college.
- [What Parents Need to Ask Themselves…Are You Caring for Your Adult Children or Enabling Dependency](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-need-to-ask-themselvesare-you-caring-for-your-adult-children-or-enabling-dependency-2/) - What Parents Need to Ask Themselves…Are You Caring for Your Adult Children or Enabling Dependency Something wakes me up. I look at the clock and it is 2:30 a.m. I then discover what, or rather who, disturbed my sleep. It’s my wife, Cathy. She is just lying there next to me with her eyes wide open. “What’s
- [Tuesday Video: You’re More Successful Than You Realize](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-youre-more-successful-than-you-realize-2/) - I’ve talked to many people who seem to be feeling down and like their lives are not “successful.” I loved this video reminding us that others would rate us much higher than we would rate ourselves.
- [What About Rest?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-about-rest-2/) - Linda is a friend and very wise person. This blog is a great reminder that taking time for rest is a key discipline for a healthy life. Nap without guilt! What About Rest? The concept of rest was brought to my attention this week as someone told me, and others confirmed, that I needed rest.
- [Culture Post: Genetic Evidence Confirms Early Puberty Accelerates Aging and Disease](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-genetic-evidence-confirms-early-puberty-accelerates-aging-and-disease/) - In a recent study, researchers discovered that early puberty or childbirth doubles women’s risk for major diseases and accelerates aging, while later timing offers protective benefits.
- [Tips for Refreshing Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-refreshing-spiritual-intimacy-in-your-marriage-3/) - Tips for Refreshing Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage Most couples not only do not have a plan to grow together spiritually…they don’t even talk about it. Some time ago, we polled married couples on various areas of their marital satisfaction. I wasn’t surprised that the area we found couples least satisfied was that of spiritual
- [Tuesday Video: The Differences Between Eldest, Middle, And Youngest Siblings](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-differences-between-eldest-middle-and-youngest-siblings-3/) - If you haven’t seen TJ Therrien’s video on the differences between oldest, middle and youngest siblings, you’ll have to check this out. He has some great ones.
- [Finding Your Horizon When Change Feels Overwhelming](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finding-your-horizon-when-change-feels-overwhelming/) - I’m so glad you are reading this blog. It is a great message for all of us and I’m a fan of Betsy Marvin. She is a wonderful person and an outstanding communicator. In fact, if you are ever looking for an amazing speaker, check out her website. Finding Your Horizon When Change Feels Overwhelming
- [Tuesday Video: How to Brush Curly Hair](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-brush-curly-hair-2/) - Jordan Watson is a New Zealander who puts out a weekly “instructional video” on parenting. I love his stuff and he has a great sense of humor. This one is on “How to Brush Curly Hair.”
- [How to Be a Positive Technology Use Role Model for Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-be-a-positive-technology-use-role-model-for-your-kids-2/) - This blog has several GREAT reminders on creating a media safe home. One of the most often asked questions or concerns we get from parents is about use of technology. It’s a complicated world out there and parents must do everything we can to get a better handle on it. Overview: Kids learn as much
- [Tuesday Video: Blind Devotion](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-blind-devotion-4/) - Here is a beautiful video called “Blind Devotion”. Inspiring and wonderful.
- [Tuesday Video: Understanding The Wife’s Code](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-understanding-the-wifes-code-2/) - Jeff Allen always cracks me up. Enjoy the comedy and remember comics aren’t usually worried too much about being “politically correct.” Enjoy the laughs.
- [Tuesday Video: Creating An Intimate Marriage: Marriage Goals – Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-creating-an-intimate-marriage-marriage-goals-jim-burns/) - I count it an honor to present this short-form video to you as part of our Tuesday video blog. We are finding that people and especially next generation couples want their content in short, practical videos. This video is part of a 4-part series on creating and intimate marriage.
- [10 Ways How Cyber-bullying Affects Youth Spirituality](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-ways-how-cyber-bullying-affects-youth-spirituality/) - Cyber-bullying seems to be more of a problem by the month. Few kids are immune. I liked Hilary Smith’s thoughts on the subject in this guest blog. 10 Ways How Cyber-bullying Affects Youth Spirituality Bullying takes a toll on victims both emotionally and, perhaps, spiritually. Unfortunately, as technology has advanced, it has expanded the tools
- [How 2018 is the Key to Your Best 2019](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-2018-is-the-key-to-your-best-2019/) - My good friend, Andy Garrett is a Clinical Psychologist, husband, father and wonderful Christian. In this guest blog, he discusses some wonderful ideas on how to have a great 2019. For more blogs, videos and information on his work you can go to ag-thrive.com. How 2018 is the Key to Your Best 2019 1. Positive Experiences
- [It's the Pain of Discipline or the Pain of Regret](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/its-the-pain-of-of-discipline-or-the-pain-of-regret/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Two: It's the Pain of of Discipline or the Pain of Regret A lot of success in life, relationships and personal life come from the ability to be disciplined. I often tell people,
- [How Kaye and I Work to Enjoy Our Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-kaye-and-i-work-to-enjoy-our-marriage/) - Eric Geiger is the new lead pastor at Mariners Church in Irvine, Ca. He is doing an amazing job at a wonderful church. Cathy and I have been a part of the Mariners family of churches since the early 80’s when I was the first youth pastor on the Irvine campus. I am wildly impressed
- [Doing Life With Your Adult Children - Recent Radio Interviews](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-recent-radio-interviews/) - With the release of my new book Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut & The Welcome Mat Out, I've had several opportunities to give radio interviews on the topic. Today, I want to pass along links to two broadcasts where you can listen to the interviews. Point of View Radio Talk
- [Are you Pushing Your Adult Children Away?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/are-you-pushing-your-adult-children-away/) - "Dr. John Townsend has some excellent advice on doing life with your adult children in this guest blog. If you find yourself in this season of having adult children you also may want to take a look at my newest book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children." The adult-parent and the adult-child generations are having
- [Borrow From Tomorrow](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/borrow-from-tomorrow/) - "Glenn Schroder has a new book coming out that I am really excited about. Glenn worked for and often traveled with the late John Wimber of the Vineyard movement that reached around world and has continued to influences movements like Hillsong and others. Glenn’s book is on “Wimberisms,” which are themes filled with the wit
- [How To Teach Your Kids About Sex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-teach-your-kids-about-sex/) - "I’m very much looking forward to Dave Willis’ new book, Raising Boys to Respect Girls. I love the writing of Willis on marriage and family. This blog was especially good and fits perfectly with our Pure Foundations series for kids and parents.” Have you been dreading “The Talk” with your kids? You know the one
- [The Purity Code – Teaching Your Teen Healthy Sexuality](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-purity-code-teaching-your-teen-healthy-sexuality/) - It just sort of happened. I wasn’t planning on losing my virginity. He was cute and he told me he loved me. The next day he pretended like he didn’t know me at school. —Jenny, age 15 Since when is being a virgin a bad thing? I’m proud of my abstinence, and I will continue
- [Three Helpful Coronavirus Articles](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/title-culture-update/) - Some of you who subscribe to the DrJimBurns.com blog do not get the HomeWord Culture Update. I thought the information we sent out last Friday on the Coronavirus was really helpful. Jim Liebelt does a GREAT job with this weekly update every Friday. It was voted one of the top culture blogs in the world.
- [Choosing To Make People Feel Honored and Special](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/choosing-to-make-people-feel-honored-and-special/) - The reason I shared this story about my friend Rob with you was to motivate us all to treat people special, honor them and show everyone you come in contact with, respect. Who is it that you can shower with love and that aloha spirit today? I didn’t meet Rob Thibaut until he was 43,
- [Strong Relationships Within Church Add to Resilient Faith in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/strong-relationships-within-church-add-to-resilient-faith-in-young-adults/) - "Over the years, Barna has been one of my main staples for understanding culture and now especially as we try to figure out how to reach out to the Next Generation. I think this is one of the most important blogs I have read in a very long time. Also, many of you may want
- [Dirt Grenades](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/dirt-grenades/) - Kent Kraning is a good friend and this is a great story about a conflict he had with his dad. His dad needed to apologize. Sometimes that’s exactly what we need to do as parents. This story is an excerpt from his brand-new book, Dirt Grenades and Other Explosive Parenting Moments. It was released on
- [Grace-Filled Stepparenting, part 1](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grace-filled-stepparenting-part-1/) - Laurie Short is one of the most dynamic people I know. I love, love her new book, Grace-Filled Stepparenting: Help and Hope for This Unique and Loving Role. She tackles the tough issues in such an authentic way and her subtitle says it all as she brings so much help and hope. I know anyone
- [Grace-Filled Stepparenting, part 2](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grace-filled-stepparenting-part-2/) - Laurie Short is one of the most dynamic people I know. I love, love her new book, Grace-Filled Stepparenting: Help and Hope for This Unique and Loving Role. She tackles the tough issues in such an authentic way and her subtitle says it all as she brings so much help and hope. You will love
- [Have Serious Fun and 12 Other Principals to Make Each Day Count](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/have-serious-fun-and-12-other-principals-to-make-each-day-count/) - Hey Friends, It's here! My new book, Have Serious Fun and 12 Other Principles to Make Each Day Count was released today, and I can’t wait for you to read it. It truly is my “legacy book.” I hope the principles in it change your life the way they have for me and my family.
- [When Strong Winds Blow](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-strong-winds-blow/) - Rick Bundschuh is not only a great friend but one of the most inspiring people I know. He is pastor of Kauai Christian Fellowship and has great insight with families as well as battling the “cultural hurricane” we are facing as a world. Rick is not one to stand still and let the things just
- [Alcohol Content: What Your Teen Should Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/alcohol-content-what-your-teen-should-know/) - Teens experimenting with alcohol use is never a good idea. This blog was very informative with many of the issues a parent can talk about with their children. Alcohol Content: What Your Teen Should Know Teaching your children about alcohol content and how it can affect them will help your teenager make safe decisions regarding
- [Tuesday Video: Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality - Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teaching-your-children-healthy-sexuality-jim-burns/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever changing culture. I have put together 5 two-minute videos from an iPhone (not studio quality) that might help you think through the issues. Each week on Tuesday, with our video blog we will send
- [Talking to your elementary aged child about sex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/talking-to-your-elementary-aged-child-about-sex/) - This two-part blog on talking with your children about sexuality is more important now than ever before. All research says that the more, positive, healthy sex education kids receive from home, the less promiscuous and confused they will be. Both blogs are taken from my good friends and Christianparenting.org. Talking to your elementary aged child
- [Tuesday Video: God Made Your Body - Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-god-made-your-body-jim-burns/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever-changing culture. This is the third video in the series. Let me know what you think. Blessings, Jim Click here for link to video For healthy sexuality teaching resources, please check out our Pure
- [Tuesday Video: Theology of Healthy Sexuality - Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-theology-of-healthy-sexuality-jim-burns/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever changing culture. This is the second video in the series. Let me know what you think. Blessings, Jim Click here for link to video For healthy sexuality teaching resources, please check out our
- [Talking to your middle schooler about sex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/talking-to-your-middle-schooler-about-sex/) - This two-part blog on talking with your children about sexuality is more important now than ever before. All research says that the more, positive, healthy sex education kids receive from home, the less promiscuous and confused they will be. Both blogs are taken from my good friends and Christianparenting.org. Talking to your middle schooler about
- [The 3 Words Teenagers Want to Hear as They go Back to School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-3-words-teenagers-want-to-hear-as-they-go-back-to-school/) - As we start thinking about our kids going back to school this is a great blog with practical insight. The 3 Words Teenagers Want to Hear as They go Back to School “I’m so stressed out about senior year of high school.” My husband and I were reviewing the list of 8-12 colleges that our
- [Talking to Your PreTeen about Sex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/talking-to-your-preteen-about-sex/) - Great blog from Paige Clingenpeel on talking with younger kids about sex and sexuality. Come to find out it would be better to have 100 one-minute conversations than 1 one-hundred minute conversation. Don’t forget to check out Paige’s podcast too. It is so good. Talking to Your Pre-Teen about Sex I had the opportunity to
- [Facing My Mortality by William K. Hall](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/facing-my-mortality-by-william-k-hall/) - It’s not often I get to send out a guest blog from one of my mentors. Dr. Bill Hall is a giant of a man. He lost his wife, Mary, after 63 years of marriage. Cathy and I loved every moment we spent with them. So beautiful, so kind, so generous, so committed to Jesus.
- [Preparing Your Kids for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-your-kids-for-college-2/) - Preparing Your Kids for College If college is in your kid’s future, understand that there are many ways to pursue a college education without being subjected to a lifetime of debt. For your child, it may mean choosing to attend a community college for the first two years, and then attending an in-state school for
- [Tuesday Video: Consider Adoption](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-consider-adoption/) - Adoption has a special place in my heart on several levels. I love, love this story a dad shares on America’s Got Talent. Every child is worthy of a loving family. Click here for link to video
- [A Cell Phone Contract to Help Build Sticky Faith](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-cell-phone-contract-to-help-build-sticky-faith/) - Here are great thoughts from Kara Powell and the wonderful people at the Fuller Youth Institute on a cell phone contract. Every parent needs this! Be sure and check out the other blogs and materials at Fulleryouthinstitute.org A Cell Phone Contract to Help Build Sticky Faith In celebration of the release of The Sticky Faith Guide
- [Parents: 5 Reasons to Keep Your Students in Youth Group](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parents-5-reasons-to-keep-your-students-in-youth-group/) - I thought my friend Greg Stier nailed it with this blog on why it’s important for teens to be involved in a youth group. This is very much worth reading and passing on to friends. Parents: 5 Reasons to Keep Your Students in Youth Group Dear Parents of Teenagers, Thanks for all you do to invest
- [Tuesday Video: I Have Six Daughters](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-i-have-six-daughters/) - I loved this parenting video. I loved how the Dad handled the discussion and at the end you see how awesome his daughter is too. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Teens Don't Use Facebook, But They Can't Escape It Either](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-teens-dont-use-facebook-but-they-cant-escape-it-either/) - For teens, Facebook, which turned 15 this week, is uncool. Only 51 percent of US teens say they use Facebook today, according to a recent national survey, down from 94 percent in 2012.
- [How to Tell if You are a "Snow Plow" Parent](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-tell-if-you-are-a-snow-plow-parent/) - This is a remarkable blog about what is now being called "Snowplow parenting". If you want to get the help you need for doing life with your adult children take a peek at my new book. Click for link to my new book. "How to Tell if You are a "Snow
- [What Parents Need to Ask Themselves...Are You Caring for Your Adult Children or Enabling Dependency](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-need-to-ask-themselves-are-you-caring-for-your-adult-children-or-enabling-dependency/) - I am very excited that my book Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out was released last Tuesday. Here is an article that FOX News released prior to the release of the book on the national newsfeed. If you are interested in purchasing the book, order your copy here:
- [Culture Post: Most Parents Want Age Limits on Football Tackling](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-most-parents-want-age-limits-on-football-tackling/) - *The following is excerpted from an online article posted on HealthDay. With concern over concussion dangers rising, most U.S. parents now say that they would support bans on tackling in youth football, a new survey shows. Researchers found that of more than 1,000 parents in a national sample, 60 percent were in favor of age
- [Culture Post: U.S. Teens Aren't Optimistic About Their Future Finances](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-u-s-teens-arent-optimistic-about-their-future-finances/) - A new survey of teenagers shows a disconcerting lack of confidence among teens when it comes to achieving financial goals in adulthood, with 45% of respondents worried they won't be able to afford to live on their own.
- [What To Do When Your Adult Child Makes Regrettable Choices](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-to-do-when-your-adult-child-makes-regrettable-choices-2/) - What To Do When Your Adult Child Makes Regrettable Choices No one said parenting a child who violates your values would be easy, but the best chance for success is when there is good communication and understanding between you. Here are some strategies that work. Offer your adult child tough love. Tough love is a
- [Five Body Safety Rules Every 5-Year-Old Should Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-body-safety-rules-every-5-year-old-should-know/) - This is an important blog on how to help your kids keep safe from sexual abuse. Great insight and advice. Five Body Safety Rules Every 5-Year-Old Should Know This article originally appeared on Protect Young Minds. It seems like the number of things you need to talk to your children about in order to keep them
- [Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keep-your-mouth-shut-and-the-welcome-mat-out/) - Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out Here is the principle: Unsolicited advice is usually taken as criticism. “But why does she need to go to Europe to find herself when I have all the answers for her life right here?” I know there is a time to speak up and a time
- [What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-age-should-parents-teach-their-children-healthy-sexuality-2/) - What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality? Anytime I speak to parents about teaching their children healthy sexuality, I ask them a question, “Did you receive healthy, positive, values-centered sex education from your parents growing up?” Many times, no one(!) raises their hands or else, it’s just a few at the most! Since
- [What Parents Need to Know About Social Media and Anxiety](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-need-to-know-about-social-media-and-anxiety/) - This is a very important blog. The cell phone is becoming a major, major hinderance to solid connection and intimacy in a relationship for too many couples and families. What Parents Need to Know About Social Media and Anxiety Learn to recognize the warning signs of anxiety disorder and help your kid keep social media
- [Tuesday Video: Inspiration for Moms and New Mamas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-inspiration-for-moms-and-new-mamas/) - Wow! Great video and wonderful reminder of your calling as a Mom (and Dad). Click here for link to video
- [Five Ways to Have a Fun, Less Stressful Summer Vacation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-ways-to-have-a-fun-less-stressful-summer-vacation/) - Five Ways to Have a Fun, Less Stressful Summer Vacation Family Vacation. Those are two words that strike fear into the hearts of many parents (and kids — especially if they are teenagers!) Some parents can get so caught up in the details of a summer family vacation that they don’t have any fun. Other parents
- [Why Showing Kindness to Your Spouse Matters to Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-showing-kindness-to-your-spouse-matters-to-your-kids/) - Ted Lowe is a great friend and a key leader in the marriage ministry movement around the USA. I love his website Marriedpeople.org. This blog was posted on Parentcue.org. Why Showing Kindness to Your Spouse Matters to Your Kids My wife and I worked with teenagers for many years, and one of the skills we
- [Helping Your Son Escape Porn](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/helping-your-son-escape-porn/) - "Jonathan McKee is a friend of mine with a passion to help kids and parents make healthy decisions. Every parent has to come to grips that their son or daughter will view pornography in today's sexually charged world. In this blog, Jonathan gives some great advice. I know this blog article is titled "Helping Your
- [Reactions Speak Louder Than Words](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reactions-speak-louder-than-words/) - "And why worry about the speck in your friend's eye when you have a log in your own? How can you think of saying to your friend, 'Let me get rid of the speck in your eye,' when you can't see past the log in your own eye? Hypocrite! First get rid of the log
- [41 Deposits](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/41-deposits/) - "My friend, Steve Graves, is one of the most strategic thinkers I know. Many years ago his consulting input helped shape HomeWord into who we are today. He is also a committed family man with a passion for the family. His new book 41 Deposits is great. I hope you will read this blog from
- [Weekly Meetings](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/weekly-meetings/) - Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another. --Hebrews 10:24--25 nlt Some people dread meetings. But in a marriage, we think three types of weekly meetings can help a relationship grow
- [Culture Post: Teens Less Likely to Obey Mothers with Controlling Tone of Voice](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-teens-less-likely-to-obey-mothers-with-controlling-tone-of-voice/) - A new study finds that teens are much less likely to cooperate with a mother’s requests or orders if she has a controlling tone of voice.
- [Stop Complaining, Start Enjoying](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stop-complaining-start-enjoying/) - Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe. —Philippians 2:14-15 We love the plaque on a friend’s kitchen wall that says “I complained because I had no shoes until I
- [5 Lessons That Billy Graham Taught Us](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-lessons-that-billy-graham-taught-us/) - "I love all that Billy Graham stood for in life. He was truly one of my heroes. I thought this blog was helpful about just a few things we can learn from his life.” On February 21st, 2018 heaven gained another mighty worshipper of Jesus, and earth lost a great man of integrity, William Franklin
- [Vaping Concerns Rise - And Some Ideas How to Dialog With Your Kids About It](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/vaping-concerns-rise-and-some-ideas-how-to-dialog-with-your-kids-about-it/) - "Another great blog from Jonathan McKee about vaping. I believe every parent must have strong conversations with their kids about the dangers of vaping.” The CDC director released a statement just a few days ago in response to the death related to the outbreak of “severe lung disease in people who use e-cigarettes or ‘vaping’
- [5 Reasons to Keep Your Students Involved in Youth Group](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-reasons-to-keep-your-students-in-youth-group/) - "Greg Stier has written a GREAT blog on why kids need to be involved in a youth group. (or children’s ministry) This is a very good reminder that parents can partner with the church to help energize their children’s spiritual life.” Dear Parents of Teenagers, Thanks for all you do to invest in the life
- [The Gold Wrapping Paper - An Inspirational Short Christmas Story](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-gold-wrapping-paper-an-inspirational-short-christmas-story/) - "Merry Christmas! I hope this day is filled with love and laughter and the reminder that the baby born in a lowly stable over 2,000 years ago is our Savior and Lord. God’s love knows no limits. I’ve always loved this little Christmas love story. To my knowledge the author is not known.” Once upon
- [Five Surefire Ways to Motivate Your Child to Use Porn](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-surefire-ways-to-motivate-your-child-to-use-porn/) - "In this article, Rick Thomas says that according to the organization Covenant Eyes, 50% of Christian men are addicted to porn and 20% of Christian woman are addicted. That’s HUGE. There are some very helpful thoughts in this blog. For more excellent writing go to RickThomas.net.” Before I get into five surefire ways to motivate
- [Stepparents: Learn to Listen for Love](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stepparents-learn-to-listen-for-love/) - "Gary Chapman and Ron Deal are two of the most inspirational friends in my life. Their new book is great. Here is a excerpt blog on it. The book is available anywhere books are sold." To bond with stepchildren, stepparents are prudent to lead with love and to apply the principles of the 5 love
- [Culture Post: Modern Family - Average Parent Spends Just 5 Hours Face-To-Face With Their Kids Per Week](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-modern-family-average-parent-spends-just-5-hours-face-to-face-with-their-kids-per-week/) - The concept of a close-knit family is quickly becoming an antiquated notion. A recent survey of 1,000 British parents found that the average parent spends a mere five hours per week communicating face-to-face with their children.
- [Culture Post: Talking To Kids About Tech Most Dreadful For Most Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-talking-to-kids-about-tech-most-dreadful-for-most-parents/) - A recent survey of 1,000 parents revealed that 56% would rather talk to their children about sex and puberty than technology features, trends, and digital devices.
- [Who is that Stranger in My House?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-is-that-stranger-in-my-house-2/) - I’m the first to admit it wasn’t easy for me when my girls became teenagers. “The change” was not gradual for our kids. Our loving, affectionate, obedient girls suddenly copped attitudes, danced with danger, said and did outrageous things, and weren’t very fun to be with some of the time. When I would hear about
- [Ending the Homework Hassle](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ending-the-homework-hassle/) - Any time parents of teenagers or pre-teens are in a room together, the subject of homework and education seems to be on their lips. My experience is that most of the time parents worry more about their teen’s schoolwork than the teen worries about their schoolwork! I’m not promising to improve your teen's grade point
- [Having Faith Conversations with Your Family During the Quarantine](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/having-faith-conversations-with-your-family-during-the-quarantine/) - It’s such a crazy time for all of us. Families are feeling the stress and yet, for many of us, we have more time to have meaningful conversations. I wanted to give you five different faith conversations you could have with your family. All research tells us that when families have healthy faith conversations in
- [Tuesday Video: A Desperate Mother's Prayer](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-desperate-mothers-prayer/) - I’m thinking there are several moms and dads out there during this quarantine who could pray something like this fine woman’s prayer! Enjoy☺ Click here for link to video
- [Help for Raising Strong-Willed Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/help-for-raising-strong-willed-children/) - If you have been blessed with a strong-willed child, you know that parenting can be a difficult task. Unfortunately, there aren’t any ready-made formulas that apply to all kids when it comes to parenting. As good parenting requires an individual approach to each child, it’s even more important when trying to raise a strong-willed child.
- [Culture Post: Lockdown Life - Exhausted Parents Don’t Get Minute To Relax Until Nearly 9 P.M.](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-lockdown-life-exhausted-parents-dont-get-minute-to-relax-until-nearly-9-p-m/) - A new survey finds that parents have essentially lost all of their R&R time thanks to COVID-19. On average, exhausted moms and dads can’t relax these days until 8:39 PM.
- [Tuesday Video: 2020 Gerber Baby is First Adopted Baby Chosen for Campaign](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-2020-gerber-baby-is-first-adopted-baby-chosen-for-campaign/) - This is a beautiful story of the first ever adopted Gerber baby. Adoption is very close to my heart and I thought this mom and dad had some very special words to say about adoption. It’s a story that will make you smile and at least for me brought a tear. Click here for link
- [The Power of Being There](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-being-there/) - My mom died a few years ago. It wasn't easy. Cancer had racked her body, and we spent most of a year watching her die. We had moved Mom home from the hospital and were trying to make her as comfortable as possible with hospice care. We moved a hospital bed into Mom and Dad’s
- [This Summer Experience Camp at Home](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/this-summer-experience-camp-at-home/) - "I love all things about camp. Whether your kids have ever experienced a Christian camp or not, or your family has experienced family camp or not, this is the perfect year to begin a wonderful tradition of doing “camp at home.” Jeremy Bentley is the Vice President of Programs at Mount Hermon Christian Camp and
- [Culture Post: Nearly Half of Parents with Young Kids Battling Severe Stress During COVID-19 Quarantine](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-nearly-half-of-parents-with-young-kids-battling-severe-stress-during-covid-19-quarantine/) - A new survey conducted by The Harris Poll finds that nearly half of parents with children under 18 are battling severe stress as coronavirus restrictions wear on.
- [The Blessing of Your Presence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-blessing-of-your-presence/) - A key thought to remember is that you can bless your kids with your very presence. You are probably already blessing your kids with your presence and doing it well. In reality, moms often do this better than dads. Dads sometimes get sidetracked. My daughter Rebecca reminded me of the power of being there when
- [Is Marijuana Linked to Psychosis, Schizophrenia? It's Contentious, but Doctors, Feds Say Yes](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-marijuana-linked-to-psychosis-schizophrenia-its-contentious-but-doctors-feds-say-yes/) - "Every parent and young person for that matter, should read this article on marijuana and its very interesting link to mental illness. Weed isn’t as innocent and cool as some people think. At least that’s my take on it and the take of these scientists in this article from USA Today." Early one morning in
- [The Power of Your Presence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-your-presence/) - The power of being there for our children is so profoundly meaningful that we often miss it. When kids understand that their parents are there for them, they can overcome amazing obstacles and circumstances to make a positive impact in their world. The power of being there is a deposit into a child’s emotional, physical
- [Parenting With AWE (part 1 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-with-a-w-e-part-1/) - This is part 1 of a 5-part series On my desk I have a yellowed post it note simply with the letters AWE. “AWE” stands for affection, warmth and encouragement. I think that by putting these three words into action with your children can change the trajectory of your relationship with them. Of course, this
- [Expressing Affection (part 2 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/expressing-affection/) - This is part 2 of a 5-part series Researchers tell us that we need 8 to 10 meaningful touches a day to thrive. Many children—and adults, for that matter—are starved for healthy, positive, appropriate physical attention. Dr. Ross Campbell claims, “In all my research and experience I have never known of one sexually disoriented person
- [Four Ways Parents Can Protect Their Kids from Sexting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/four-ways-parents-can-protect-their-kids-from-sexting/) - "Great thoughts by good friend Jim Daly at Focus on the Family." It’s the type of story that makes parents shudder: Students exchanging nude photos on their phones. Members of the Cañon City High School football team here in Colorado allegedly exchanged and collected hundreds of nude photographs of more than 100 students. Some of
- [Culture Post: Great Expectations - 3 in 4 Parents ‘Already Know’ What Their Kids Will Be When They Grow Up](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-great-expectations-3-in-4-parents-already-know-what-their-kids-will-be-when-they-grow-up/) - A recent survey of 2,000 U.S. parents asking how they envision their children’s careers playing out, reveals 75% said they already know what their child will be when they grow up!
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 4](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-4/) - (This is part 4 of a seven-part series) The Purity Code No matter the age of your child, it’s important to teach your children what I like to call “the Purity Code.” Obviously, we need to teach our children about sexuality from an age-appropriate developmental foundation. But even at an early age, we can begin
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 6](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-6/) - (This is part 6 or a seven-part series) Drugs and Alcohol Many years ago when Steve Arterburn and I wrote the book How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs, we were amazed at two statistics that kept popping up in our research. Ninety-two percent of all pastors said there was a problem with drugs
- [Choices and Consequences](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/choices-and-consequences/) - Choices and Consequences Most of life involves choices and consequences, so good parenting involves teaching our children the cause-and-effect relationship between the two. If you make wise choices, usually the consequences are positive. If you make poor choices, then negative consequences will ultimately follow. Proverbs 26:27 expresses this idea: “If a man digs a pit,
- [Tuesday Video: Interview With An Infant](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-interview-with-an-infant/) - Dad La Guardia Cross' "New Father Chronicles" series is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming. His adorable "Interview With An Infant" video is no exception. Click here for link to video
- [The Family Contract](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-family-contract/) - The Family Contract Perhaps one of the most effective consequence and discipline tools is what many call the “family contract.” Basically, the family contract involves discussing and putting on paper the expectations and agreements about certain behaviors or issues in the family. The family contract helps kids discipline themselves. You will find that the clearer
- [How to Keep Your Child’s Spirit Open](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-keep-your-childs-spirit-open/) - How To Keep Your Child's Spirit Open All families will have conflict, and there are times when we, as parents, will have to confront, discipline and not be the most popular people in our children’s lives. However, when we discipline, we do not want to close the spirit of our child toward us. When children
- [Ruthlessly Eliminate Stress](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ruthlessly-eliminate-stress/) - I feel absolutely dry and overextended. I’m a people-pleaser by nature, and I feel like my busyness is letting others down. My overload is affecting my intimacy with Cathy, and I don’t feel as close to my daughters right now. I’m busy being with people, but I’m feeling lonely. Many a day I do not
- [Making a Toolbox for Anxiety](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-a-toolbox-for-anxiety/) - I have really enjoyed getting to know the people at ChristianParenting.org. They have some great blogs and this one is very helpful for anyone who sometimes struggles with anxiety. Worry has been a constant companion of mine for as long as I can remember. And as much as I wished it away, it didn’t budge.
- [Creating Margin](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-margin/) - Creating Margin How does a family overcome the overload syndrome and create margin? No easy answers here, just some important—but sometimes difficult—choices. Healthy families are made, not born. So let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work. The sacrifice is real, but the payoff is well worth it. Give Time to Your Family One
- [The Empty Chair](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-chair/) - I loved these thoughts by my good friend, David Dendy. He is a great writer, communicator and pastor. The Empty Chair especially touched me this year as I thought about passing of dear friend and colleague in ministry as well as my own parents. Don’t miss this one. "The Empty Chair" sits vacant at every
- [Communication is Key](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/communication-is-key/) - My boyhood goal had always been to play on the La Palma Little League all-star team. It was now a reality. We were playing West Anaheim, and I was pitching. What should have been a dream come true became a nightmare. It started in the first inning: The lead-off hitter walked; the second guy hit
- [3 Positive Effects of Gaming](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-positive-effects-of-gaming/) - "Wait there is something positive about video gaming? Art Bamford does a great job explaining the positive effects of gaming. Another great blog from the Fulleryouthinstitute.org." Will video games make their brains rot? Can anything good come from hours of Zelda? How can I get them to stop playing Fortnite? If you’re a parent, you
- [Tuesday Video: Why Moms get Nothing Done](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-moms-get-nothing-done-2/) - I’m dedicating this video to all the wonderful moms out there who work so hard and sometimes don’t get the credit they deserve. And for some dads who have said to their spouse, “But what did you do all day?” ☺. Click here for link to video
- [The Talk](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-talk-2/) - The Talk Parents often ask me about the right age to have “the talk” with their teenagers. I always give the same answer: “Never.” The one-time birds-and-bees talk doesn’t work. Whether it’s about sex or any other issue important in our teens’ lives, we need to create an open, trusting environment of healthy dialogue, so
- [My Parent Fail and My Daughter's Grace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-parent-fail-and-my-daughters-grace/) - Many years ago, I took a sabbatical from my work so I could finish writing my Ph.D. dissertation. My entire family picked up and moved to Hawaii for three months. I know you feel sorry for us, but somebody had to do it! Cathy is an educator by training and I made it through high
- [Co-Parenting with Your Ex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/co-parenting-with-your-ex-2/) - Co-Parenting with Your Ex If I can be perfectly blunt, co-parenting with your ex might be the most difficult part of the divorce. Some of the people I respect the most in the field of single parenting have moved away from the words “blended family” because it sounds a bit simplistic. Blending families and co-parenting
- [Allow Conflict to Be a Path to Deeper Communication](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/allow-conflict-to-be-a-path-to-deeper-communication/) - Allow Conflict to Be a Path to Deeper Communication Does this kind of conflict ever happen in your home? “Dad, Heather just called. Can I go over to her house to watch a movie?” “Rebecca, ask your mom.” (In other words, I’m too distracted.) “Mom, Dad said I should check in with you before I
- [5 Things to Remember As Your Marriage Collides With the Coronavirus](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-things-to-remember-as-your-marriage-collides-with-the-coronavirus/) - Ted Lowe is one of my favorite people. His thoughts on marriage are always practical, straight forward and just make sense. Everyone should take at look at his website at Marriedpeople.org for great resources. I loved this blog. Let’s be honest…the Covid pandemic has caused some tough times with marriages. Ted gives some great advice.
- [The Family That Plays Together Stays Together](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-family-that-plays-together-stays-together/) - Mike Yaconelli passed away several years ago. He was a major influence in my life and a great friend. I love this story from his book Dangerous Wonder. Seventeen years is a long time to know someone, and Ron’s parents thought they knew him. What had happened during the previous summer, though, Ron’s parents had
- [Porn and the Pandemic](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/porn-and-the-pandemic/) - Chris Cannon leads the Pastor to Pastor ministry for HomeWord. He is one of the finest people I know and his insight for parents on the subject of porn use is a critical read. If you would like to know about the incredible work of Chris through the Pastor to Pastor program you can visit
- [Tips for Better Communication with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-better-communication-with-your-kids-2/) - Listen more, talk less. How good of a listener are you with your teen? Even when you are right and they are wrong? Listening is the language of love. The easy route is scolding and lecturing but the results are often not the same or as powerful with listening. Sometimes kids just want to talk
- [Play Causes Good Communication](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/play-causes-good-communication/) - Play Causes Good Communication My friend Bob told me a story about a season in his life when he and his son, Ryan, were struggling. Ryan had reached the magic age of 13, copped an attitude, wanted his freedom and moved his dad from the top of his priority list to somewhere right below math
- [Finding Your Community as a Married Couple](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finding-your-community-as-a-married-couple/) - If you know me, you know I love all things Ted Lowe. He leads MarriedPeople.org. His resources are always practical and so helpful. This blog is one of the more important issues we don’t talk enough about for a marriage to thrive. Finding Your Community as a Married Couple Not so long ago, people grew
- [Tuesday Video: What About Me Makes You Proud?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-what-about-me-makes-you-proud/) - Happy Father’s Day. I love the relationship Dad’s have with their kids. This is a most inspirational video dad’s and their kids expressing wonderful feelings for each other. Love it. Click here for link to video
- [No Room for Shame in the Suitcase](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/no-room-for-shame-in-the-suitcase/) - Great blog from Parentcue.org by John Acuff. A few years ago, I started my own company. This was an amazing opportunity, but it also meant I had to travel for work more often as I bounced around the world working with different companies. I went from zero nights of business travel to about eighty nights
- [Tuesday Video: Hello from the Motherside](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-hello-from-the-motherside/) - Adele's chart-topping hit "Hello" sparked many, many, many parodies. Singer-songwriter Emily Mills' parent-centric take on the song resonated with moms and dads all over the world. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: 1 in 3 Parents ‘Feel Ill’ When Trying to Help Their Kids with Math & Science](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/1-in-3-parents-feel-ill-when-trying-to-help-their-kids-with-math-science/) - One-third of parents surveyed admit that the very thought of having to answer a STEM-related (science, technology, engineering, math) question for their kids leaves them feeling ill.
- [Five Lessons I Learned in Youth Group That Turned Out to be True, Actually](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-lessons-i-learned-in-youth-group-that-turned-out-to-be-true-actually/) - As you probably know, I have invested my entire adult life thinking about how to empower kids. My youth ministry background is ingrained throughout our ministry at HomeWord. I love what Max Lucado’s daughter had to say about what she learned from her youth ministry experience. Five Lessons I Learned in Youth Group That Turned
- [How to Live with Joie De Vivre, Even When It Feels Like The Whole World Is Pulling You Down](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-live-with-joie-de-vivre-even-when-it-feels-like-the-whole-world-is-pulling-you-down/) - Have Serious Fun and 12 Other Principles to Make Your Life Count releases TOMORROW. You can click here to buy the book at HomeWord, or pick it up tomorrow wherever books are sold. This interview from Authority Magazine, which has over 41 million users a month worldwide, gives you some background on Jim and his
- [Culture Post: Two in Three New Parents Admit They’re Just Winging It Through Their Child’s First Year](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/two-in-three-new-parents-admit-theyre-just-winging-it-through-their-childs-first-year/) - Although kids don’t come with an instruction manual, a new study finds many moms and dads admit they could use one. Two in three parents of infants say they have no clue what they’re doing when it comes to parenting.
- [Culture Post: Back-to-School Anxiety: Quarter of Parents Don’t Want Kids Riding School Bus During Pandemic](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-back-to-school-anxiety-quarter-of-parents-dont-want-kids-riding-school-bus-during-pandemic/) - With COVID-19 rates starting to tick back up this summer, parents are more anxious than usual about the back-to-school season.
- [The Best Things in Life Are Not Things](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-best-things-in-life-are-not-things-2/) - The Best Things in Life Are Not Things Dear Dad, $chool i$ really great. I am making lot$ of friend$ and $tudying very hard. With all my $tuff, I $imply can’t think of anything I need, $o if you would like, you can ju$t $end me a card, a$ I would love to hear from
- [My 16-Year-Old Doesn’t Believe: 5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-16-year-old-doesnt-believe-5-tips-to-responding-in-grace-and-truth-2/) - Jonathan McKee is an authentic communicator who understands the culture as well as anyone. For more articles by Jonathan visit JonathanMcKeewrites.com. My 16-Year-Old Doesn’t Believe: 5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth I’m not sure if it’s because more American young people actually don’t believe, or if it’s simply because our culture applauds this mindset,
- [What Parents Need to Ask Themselves…Are You Caring for Your Adult Children or Enabling Dependency](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-need-to-ask-themselvesare-you-caring-for-your-adult-children-or-enabling-dependency/) - What Parents Need to Ask Themselves…Are You Caring for Your Adult Children or Enabling Dependency Something wakes me up. I look at the clock and it is 2:30 a.m. I then discover what, or rather who, disturbed my sleep. It’s my wife, Cathy. She is just lying there next to me with her eyes wide open. “What’s
- [Rapt Interview with Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/rapt-interview-with-jim-burns/) - The good people of Rapt Interviews did a great job of interviewing me. They brought out stories about me that I rarely talk about. You might enjoy the conversation I had with them. You can read more great interviews at raptinterviews.com. Jim Burns cares about families. That’s why he and his wife, Cathy, founded HomeWord,
- [Regular Family Devotional Time](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/regular-family-devotional-time/) - Regular Family Devotional Time As our babies moved toward childhood, Cathy and I tried to start having regular family devotional times. Usually it consisted of my reading the Bible or a story, and our kids were usually bored and voiced disapproval. Cathy and I would energetically try for a while, and then we would give
- [God's Presence in Family Renewal](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/gods-presence-in-family-renewal/) - God’s Presence in Family Renewal Parents who actively include God’s presence in family renewal times tend to create families that are spiritually healthier than others. In his excellent book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Families, Stephen Covey emphasizes the importance of family renewal, which he calls “family times” and “one-on-ones.” Family renewal involves a
- [Tuesday Video: Her First Period](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-her-first-period/) - Just a very funny video about a Dad being quite awkward talking to his young daughter about starting her period while sitting on a train with other dads listening. Sometimes we just need to take a breath and laugh. Click here for link to video
- [Get Ready for Something New](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/get-ready-for-something-new/) - I'm excited to announce my new book, Finding Joy in the Empty Nest: Discovering Your Purpose and Passion in the Next Phase of Life will be released May 10, 2022. Here is an excerpt from the introduction. Get Ready for Something New On the drive home from dropping our youngest daughter off at college, my
- [Culture Post: Parents Get More Sleep When Middle and High Schools Start Later in the Morning](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parents-get-more-sleep-when-middle-and-high-schools-start-later-in-the-morning/) - A new study finds moving back the start times for middle and high school students by an hour helps the parents of these adolescents get more sleep each week.
- [Mixing Fear with Money and Marraige](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/mixing-fear-with-money-and-marraige/) - Shaunti Feldhahn is one of my favorite writers and researchers on relationships. She also has great things to say about finances. Don’t miss other great blogs at Shaunti.com. Mixing Fear with Money and Marriage High school chemistry “volcanos” are only a dim memory, but I do recall that when you combine a little bit of vinegar with baking soda, it creates a chemical reaction, bubbling
- [Talking with Your Kids about Dating and Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/talking-with-your-kids-about-dating-and-relationships/) - I loved this guest blog by Lucille Williams. In the midst of her story there is GREAT insight on how to do conflict in a healthy manner. You can get more insight from Lucille at LuSays.com. Talking with Your Kids about Dating and Relationships My daughter, Monica, came home one day after grammar school and
- [Wrestling With Silence: Why We Dislike it, Why We Need it](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/wrestling-with-silence-why-we-dislike-it-why-we-need-it/) - David Olshine is a longtime friend of mine who has just published a great book on The Mystery of Silence. I absolutely love this story from his book and the lesson in it for all of us. If you want a really good read for this season in your life, you can order his book
- [The Empty Nest: Change and Loss are Deeply Connected](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-change-and-loss-are-deeply-connected/) - The Empty Nest: Change and Loss are Deeply Connected Experts say that as your life changes and your kids move out of the house, you can experience an overwhelming sense of loss. Change and loss are deeply connected. Sometimes loss is as simple as that depicted in a cartoon I saw recently. It showed a
- [Ready for a Baby](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ready-for-a-baby/) - I absolutely love this “story of Andrew.” He is the son of my friends David and Rhonda Olshine. Andrew is a wonderful, lovely, young man who has Down Syndrome. What a ride! This is an excerpt from David’s brand new book, The Mystery Silence: Making Sense of Life When God Seems Absent, which I totally
- [How To Foster A Strong Sibling Relationship](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-foster-a-strong-sibling-relationship/) - Great blog on building how to help build stronger relationships between your kids from my friends at ParentCue. How to Foster a Strong Sibling Relationship Confession: My kids fight sometimes. Sometimes they argue with each other. Sometimes they lose their patience with each other. Sometimes they yell at each other. Sometimes they say really mean
- [Tuesday Video: Bye Bye Bye Dance Parody](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-bye-bye-bye-dance-parody/) - A very funny video of a mom and dad moving to the empty nest, giving some advice to their daughter and son-in-law. Enjoy.
- [How Do I Know He’s “The One”?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-do-i-know-hes-the-one/) - Jill Slattery is the real deal. She is practical, biblically-wise and willing to deal with serious issues. I liked this blog on "how do I know he's 'the one'". It is a key questions for singles of all ages and very important for this generation. How Do I Know He's "The One"? Q: Is there
- [The Life-Transforming Role of Mentoring](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-life-transforming-role-of-mentoring/) - The Life-Transforming Role of Mentoring I’m deeply grateful for the many mentors in my life. While some might be surprised to know they helped mentor, influence, and guide me, others had a more direct or a formal role in the shaping of who I am today. I met some of my most influential mentors after
- [Culture Post: How Parents Sharing Too Many Pictures Online Are Putting Their Kids at Risk](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-how-parents-sharing-too-many-pictures-online-are-putting-their-kids-at-risk/) - Many parents enjoy posting pictures of their children on social media, but researchers from West Virginia University are warning moms and dads to think twice before sharing images of their kids.
- [How (and Why) to Stop Asking God to Change Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-and-why-to-stop-asking-god-to-change-your-spouse-2/) - Gary Thomas is one of the world’s finest writers on spirituality and marriage. Great insight with this blog. How (and Why) to Stop Asking God to Change Your Spouse While working on my book Cherish: The One Word That Changes Everything for Your Marriage, I interviewed a woman who told me about an amazing marital “exercise” she
- [In The Empty Nest Transition is Hard](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-the-empty-nest-transition-is-hard/) - In The Empty Nest Transition is Hard Transition can be a bumpy ride for anyone. The transition to the empty nest isn’t just about being confronted with quietness in the home. It might be more about your identity. When our kids were home, one result of all of their extracurricular activities, including school functions and
- [Empty House, Empty Bank Account](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/empty-house-empty-bank-account/) - Empty House, Empty Bank Account Some single parents have the misconception that when the last child leaves home, there will be a bit more money in the bank. The following is one woman’s story, but I repeatedly hear stories just like it when I speak on the empty-nest years. Diane is a single mom who
- [What If This Was Your Last Christmas?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-if-this-was-your-last-christmas/) - Wow! This is a powerful blog by Brandon Janous and our friends at Parent Cue. This blog made me want to lean into my family and faith more intentionally this Christmas season. What If This Was Your Last Christmas? What if you knew this Christmas would be your last Christmas? I know, I know, it’s
- [Culture Post: Holiday Tension Rises When Older Kids Pushed to Attend Religious Services](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-holiday-tension-rises-when-older-kids-pushed-to-attend-religious-services/) - In a poll conducted by University of Michigan researchers, close to half (48%) of parents who plan to attend religious services this holiday season say they would insist their teen join — even if they would rather not.
- [Tuesday Video: How To Raise an Independent, Free-Thinking Child](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-raise-an-independent-free-thinking-child/) - I loved this parenting video. I loved how the Dad handled the discussion and at the end you see how awesome his daughter is too.
- [Get on the Same Page](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/get-on-the-same-page-2/) - Get on the Same Page He who is carried on another man’s back does not appreciate how far the town is. —African Proverb Please pass me that parenting handbook. I need to smack my kid with it. —Jorge, father of 2 teenage boys When your children are teenagers, it’s important to have a dog so
- [Stop Overindulging Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stop-overindulging-your-children-2/) - One of the biggest problems with today’s young adults is a “failure to launch.” Come to find out we will have to stop ‘overindulging’ our younger children, and help them one day become responsible adults. Jill Rigby has some excellent thoughts in this blog taken from a book worth reading, Raising Unselfish Children in a
- [10 Tips for Parenting Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-tips-for-parenting-adult-children-2/) - I had absolutely no idea that the topic of parenting adult children would be such a key issue when I was writing the book, Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out. I thought this guest blog was very helpful and practical. If you want to read more
- [Culture Post: Overprotective Parenting Can Backfire, Lead to Shorter Lifespans for Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-overprotective-parenting-can-backfire-lead-to-shorter-lifespans-for-kids/) - A new study makes a very strong case for parents (and especially fathers) to give their kids a little extra space. It turns out that children who have more freedom have a better chance of living longer.
- [Tuesday Video: Why Moms get Nothing Done](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-moms-get-nothing-done-3/) - I’m dedicating this video to all the wonderful moms out there who work so hard and sometimes don’t get the credit they deserve. And for some dads who have said to their spouse, “But what did you do all day?”.
- [Spring Cleaning](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/spring-cleaning/) - Spring Cleaning Ah, it’s spring again! Time to throw open the windows, take down the shutters, put away your winter wardrobe, and do a little spring cleaning. There’s something about spring that just makes you want to shake out the rugs and sweep out the garage. Spiritually, we sometimes need a little spring cleaning as
- [How to Help Kids Cope with Tragedy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-help-kids-cope-with-tragedy/) - How to Help Kids Cope with Tragedy In light of another school shooting tragedy, our hearts are broken once again at the loss of life. There are few things more confusing and painful than when innocent victims lose their lives in a shooting like what took place in Nashville. I wrote this blog a few
- [Energizing Your Family’s Spiritual Life: You Set the Pace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/energizing-your-familys-spiritual-life-you-set-the-pace-2/) - Energizing Your Family’s Spiritual Life: You Set the Pace Mark Holmen, a family ministry expert, tells a story about his days as a youth worker. He gave the students in his church a questionnaire to fill out in order to establish how much his ministry had influenced their faith. He laughingly says he thought it
- [Good Parents Have Children Who Make Poor Choices](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/good-parents-have-children-who-make-poor-choices-2/) - Good Parents Have Children Who Make Poor Choices When your child violates your values, makes poor choices, or gets in deep trouble, we often begin to question our own parenting abilities. Our doubts shout at us: Was it something I did? Would this have happened if I’d been a better parent? Would this have happened
- [Preparing Your Kids for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-your-kids-for-college-3/) - Preparing Your Kids for College If college is in your kid’s future, understand that there are many ways to pursue a college education without being subjected to a lifetime of debt. For your child, it may mean choosing to attend a community college for the first two years, and then attending an in-state school for
- [Teaching Kids to Focus on Strengths, Not Weaknesses](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/teaching-kids-to-focus-on-strengths-not-weaknesses/) - The day I received Lucille Williams’ children’s book, Turtle Finds His Talent: Discovering How God Made You Special two of our grandchildren were at our home. I opened the package and immediately read the book to my grandkids, James and Charlotte. They loved it and so did I. I love the ministry of Lucille Williams
- [Tuesday Video: Michael Ketterer Adoption Story](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-michael-ketterer-adoption-story/) - Adoption has a special place in my heart on several levels. I love, love this story a dad shares on America’s Got Talent. Every child is worthy of a loving family.
- [A Cell Phone Contract to Help Build Sticky Faith](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-cell-phone-contract-to-help-build-sticky-faith-2/) - Here are great thoughts from Kara Powell and the wonderful people at the Fuller Youth Institute on a cell phone contract. Every parent needs this! Be sure and check out the other blogs and materials at Fulleryouthinstitute.org. A Cell Phone Contract to Help Build Sticky Faith In celebration of the release of The Sticky Faith Guide
- [Culture Post: Are Jittery Parents Today Taking All the Fun Out of Their Children’s Play?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-are-jittery-parents-today-taking-all-the-fun-out-of-their-childrens-play/) - Moms and dads may mean well, but researchers from the University of Essex suggest today’s parents are monitoring their children a whole lot more than previous generations, potentially hindering both spontaneous play and development.
- [Coping With Your Kids Growing Up](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/coping-with-your-kids-growing-up/) - This blog touched my heart. Brandon Janous has some great insight on coping as our kids grow up. Coping With Your Kids Growing Up “I’ll be really sad when you can’t pick me up anymore, Daddy,” my little man said to me the other night as I was carrying him up the stairs for bed.
- [Culture Post: Average Parent Spends More Time on Their Devices Than They Do With Their Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-average-parent-spends-more-time-on-their-devices-than-they-do-with-their-kids/) - While many parents set rules in place to limit their kids’ electronics time, most aren’t doing the best job role modeling themselves.
- [What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-age-should-parents-teach-their-children-healthy-sexuality-3/) - What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality? Anytime I speak to parents about teaching their children healthy sexuality, I ask them a question, “Did you receive healthy, positive, values-centered sex education from your parents growing up?” Many times, no one raises their hands or else, it’s just a few at the most! Since
- [Helping Your Child Process Grief](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/helping-your-child-process-grief/) - Here is another very helpful blog on helping your child process grief. Lu is always one of HomeWord’s favorites. She is so practical and a great communicator. Helping Your Child Process Grief When my kids were little we had a German shepherd named Tori. Tori had flunked out of seeing eye dog school. Maybe she
- [Weekly Meetings](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/weekly-meetings-2/) - Weekly Meetings Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another. –Hebrews 10:24–25 nlt Some people dread meetings. But in a marriage, we think three types of weekly meetings can help a
- [Culture Post: Kids Who Are Close to Their Parents Become Kinder, More Helpful Adults](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-kids-who-are-close-to-their-parents-become-kinder-more-helpful-adults/) - Researchers from the University of Cambridge have found that kids who reported having a loving, strong bond with their parents around age three tended to be more kind, empathetic, and generous by adolescence.
- [Loss is a Complex Journey](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/loss-is-a-complex-journey/) - Allen Webster is a friend and a most incredible writer. We all experience loss in our lives. If you aren’t experiencing loss right now, then you may have just come through a loss or you may soon experience a loss. No one is immune. Allen wrote these words the day his father’s wife died. They
- [Culture Post: 4 in 10 Parents Admit They DON'T Want to be Like Their Own Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-4-in-10-parents-admit-they-dont-want-to-be-like-their-own-parents/) - Over four in 10 parents today have one goal in mind: don't like their own parents! Just 59 percent of parents follow their mom and dad's advice about raising children, a new survey reveals.
- [Adolescence: Change Is in the Air](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/adolescence-change-is-in-the-air-2/) - Adolescence: Change Is in the Air “But, Dad, I gotta be a nonconformist,” the teenager said to his father. “How else can I be like all the other kids?” – Les Parrott Once adolescence is underway, the race to adulthood begins. But in this race, think in terms of a marathon instead of a sprint.
- [Ten Tips for Surviving Christmas Without Going Broke](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ten-tips-for-surviving-christmas-without-going-broke/) - This is an excellent reminder by HomeWord's Jim Liebelt on how to stay within your Christmas budget. I love it. Ten Tips for Surviving Christmas without Going Broke It’s Christmastime! It’s the season of giving, and most people don’t want to be perceived as a Scrooge. This is why the Christmas season is also a
- [The Empty Chair](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-chair-2/) - I loved these thoughts by my good friend, David Dendy. He is a great writer, communicator and pastor. The Empty Chair especially touched me this year as I thought about passing of dear friend and colleague in ministry as well as my own parents. The Empty Chair “The Empty Chair” sits vacant at every home
- [Who is This Stranger in My House?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-is-this-stranger-in-my-house/) - Who is This Stranger in My House? I’m the first to admit it wasn’t easy for me when my girls became teenagers. “The change” was not gradual for our kids. Our loving, affectionate, obedient girls suddenly copped attitudes, danced with danger, said and did outrageous things, and weren’t very fun to be with some of
- [Stepparents: Learn to Listen for Love](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stepparents-learn-to-listen-for-love-2/) - “Gary Chapman and Ron Deal are two of the most inspirational friends in my life. Their book, Building Love Together in Blended Families is great. Here is a excerpt blog from it.” Stepparents: Learn to Listen for Love To bond with stepchildren, stepparents are prudent to lead with love and to apply the principles of
- [Having Faith Conversations with Your Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/having-faith-conversations-with-your-family/) - Having Faith Conversations with Your Family All research tells us that when families have healthy faith conversations in the home, the kids stay engaged in their faith when they get older. So maybe one or more of these conversations would help with your family. The one principle I would live by is K.I.S.S. This stands
- [Tuesday Video: Interview With An Infant](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-interview-with-an-infant-2/) - Dad La Guardia Cross’ “New Father Chronicles” series is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming. His adorable “Interview With An Infant” video is no exception.
- [Help for Raising Strong-Willed Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/help-for-raising-strong-willed-children-2/) - Help for Raising Strong-Willed Children If you have been blessed with a strong-willed child, you know that parenting can be a difficult task. Unfortunately, there aren’t any ready-made formulas that apply to all kids when it comes to parenting. As good parenting requires an individual approach to each child, it’s even more important when trying
- [The Blessing of Your Presence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-blessing-of-your-presence-2/) - The Blessing of Your Presence A key thought to remember is that you can bless your kids with your very presence. You are probably already blessing your kids with your presence and doing it well. In reality, moms often do this better than dads. Dads sometimes get sidetracked. My daughter Rebecca reminded me of the
- [Ending the Homework Hassle](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ending-the-homework-hassle-2/) - Ending the Homework Hassle Any time parents of teenagers or pre-teens are in a room together, the subject of homework and education seems to be on their lips. My experience is that most of the time parents worry more about their teen’s schoolwork than the teen worries about their schoolwork! I’m not promising to improve
- [Culture Post: How 'Unruly' Sports Parents Harm Their Kids' Mental Health](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-how-unruly-sports-parents-harm-their-kids-mental-health/) - While they might think they’re cheering their kid to victory, a parent's poor sport behavior actually can turn a child or teen off to athletics, mental health experts warn.
- [How to Keep Your Child’s Spirit Open](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-keep-your-childs-spirit-open-2/) - How To Keep Your Child’s Spirit Open All families will have conflict, and there are times when we, as parents, will have to confront, discipline and not be the most popular people in our children’s lives. However, when we discipline, we do not want to close the spirit of our child toward us. When children
- [Creating Margin](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-margin-2/) - Creating Margin How does a family overcome the overload syndrome and create margin? No easy answers here, just some important—but sometimes difficult—choices. Healthy families are made, not born. So let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work. The sacrifice is real, but the payoff is well worth it. Give Time to Your Family One
- [The Power of Your Presence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-your-presence-2/) - The Power of Your Presence The power of being there for our children is so profoundly meaningful that we often miss it. When kids understand that their parents are there for them, they can overcome amazing obstacles and circumstances to make a positive impact in their world. The power of being there is a deposit
- [Parenting With AWE (part 1 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-with-awe-part-1-of-5/) - This is part 1 of a 5-part series On my desk I have a yellowed post it note simply with the letters AWE. “AWE” stands for affection, warmth and encouragement. I think that by putting these three words into action with your children can change the trajectory of your relationship with them. Of course, this
- [5 Reasons to Keep Your Students Involved in Youth Group](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-reasons-to-keep-your-students-involved-in-youth-group/) - Greg Stier has written a great blog on why kids need to be involved in a youth group (or children’s ministry). This is a very good reminder that parents can partner with the church to help energize their children’s spiritual life. Dear Parents of Teenagers, Thanks for all you do to invest in the life
- [Expressing Affection (part 2 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/expressing-affection-part-2-of-5/) - This is part 2 of a 5-part series Expressing Affection Researchers tell us that we need 8 to 10 meaningful touches a day to thrive. Many children—and adults, for that matter—are starved for healthy, positive, appropriate physical attention. Dr. Ross Campbell claims, “In all my research and experience I have never known of one sexually
- [Dirt Grenades](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/dirt-grenades-2/) - Kent Kraning is a good friend and this is a great story about a conflict he had with his dad. His dad needed to apologize. Sometimes that’s exactly what we need to do as parents. This story is an excerpt from his brand-new book, Dirt Grenades and Other Explosive Parenting Moments. You can get your
- [Tuesday Video: Why Moms get Nothing Done](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-moms-get-nothing-done-4/) - I’m dedicating this video to all the wonderful moms out there who work so hard and sometimes don’t get the credit they deserve. And for some dads who have said to their spouse, “But what did you do all day?”.
- [Creating Warmth in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-warmth-in-your-marriage-2/) - Creating Warmth in Your Marriage If you haven’t noticed, it really does take a lot of work, self control and focus to keep a relationship full of warmth. You can set the thermostat from chilly to warm but you can’t do it without an incredible amount of discipline and self-determination. Think back to your dating
- [More Toddler Screen Time Brings More Tantrums](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/more-toddler-screen-time-brings-more-tantrums/) - Using tablets as 'e-babysitters' for toddlers could lead to more tantrums, which in turn can have harried parents trying to calm a child by handing them a tablet, new research shows.
- [Culture Post: Children Who Miss Breakfast Regularly Are Less Happy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-children-who-miss-breakfast-regularly-are-less-happy/) - A study has revealed that children who regularly miss the morning meal are less likely to be happy in life.
- [9 Tips for Communicating Love to Your Adult Children, part two](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-tips-for-communicating-love-to-your-adult-children-part-two/) - Here is part two of Dennis Rainey's blog on communicating love to your adult children. You can see more from the Raineys here. 9 Tips for Communicating Love to Your Adult Children, part two When we married back in 1972, Barbara and I thought we knew what love was. But we found that marriage enrolled
- [Allow Conflict to Be a Path to Deeper Communication](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/allow-conflict-to-be-a-path-to-deeper-communication-2/) - Allow Conflict to Be a Path to Deeper Communication Does this kind of conflict ever happen in your home? “Dad, Heather just called. Can I go over to her house to watch a movie?” “Rebecca, ask your mom.” (In other words, I’m too distracted.) “Mom, Dad said I should check in with you before I
- [Co-Parenting with Your Ex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/co-parenting-with-your-ex-3/) - Co-Parenting with Your Ex If I can be perfectly blunt, co-parenting with your ex might be the most difficult part of the divorce. Some of the people I respect the most in the field of single parenting have moved away from the words “blended family” because it sounds a bit simplistic. Blending families and co-parenting
- [Culture Post: Regular Bedtime More Important Than Sleep Quality, Duration For Kid's Behavior](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-regular-bedtime-more-important-than-sleep-quality-duration-for-kids-behavior/) - Researchers have found that regular sleep patterns influence children's behavior and attitude more than the duration or quality of sleep.
- [God’s Presence in Family Renewal](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/gods-presence-in-family-renewal-2/) - God’s Presence in Family Renewal Parents who actively include God’s presence in family renewal times tend to create families that are spiritually healthier than others. In his excellent book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Families, Stephen Covey emphasizes the importance of family renewal, which he calls “family times” and “one-on-ones.” Family renewal involves a
- [Regular Family Devotional Time](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/regular-family-devotional-time-2/) - Regular Family Devotional Time As our babies moved toward childhood, Cathy and I tried to start having regular family devotional times. Usually it consisted of my reading the Bible or a story, and our kids were usually bored and voiced disapproval. Cathy and I would energetically try for a while, and then we would give
- [Get Ready for Something New](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/get-ready-for-something-new-2/) - Get Ready for Something New On the drive home from dropping our youngest daughter off at college, my wife and I both went silent for about two hours. Periodically, I looked over at Cathy, and more than a few times, I watched a tear take a stroll down her cheek. If someone had been watching
- [How to Find the Right Routine as a Solo Parent](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-find-the-right-routine-as-a-solo-parent/) - This is such an important blog for solo parents and a great reminder for everyone else. How to Find the Right Routine as a Solo Parent Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be a dad. Most kids I ran around with wanted to be an astronaut or a football player, but not me.
- [Four Ways Parents Can Protect Their Kids from Sexting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/four-ways-parents-can-protect-their-kids-from-sexting-2/) - Great thoughts by good friend Jim Daly at Focus on the Family. And if you're looking for a great resource on sexual integrity, (written for kids ages 10 and up) check out my new book, A Student's Guide to Sexual Integrity. Four Ways Parents Can Protect Their Kids from Sexting It’s the type of story
- [How You Help Your Kids Build Sticky Faith by Showing Your Own](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-you-help-your-kids-build-sticky-faith-by-showing-your-own-2/) - Kara Powell is one of the key leaders today in youth and family ministry. This blog is a great reminder of demonstrating our faith to our kids in simple, visible ways. How You Help Your Kids Build Sticky Faith by Showing Your Own “Mom, you’re not working out much anymore. You used to work out
- [Simply Enjoying Your Children: A Father’s Advice for Love and Joy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/simply-enjoying-your-children-a-fathers-advice-for-love-and-joy/) - In the midst of the busyness and sometimes craziness of raising kids, Blake Brewer writes such good advice on remembering to enjoy our kids in the midst of chaos. Simply Enjoying Your Children: A Father’s Advice for Love and Joy “Tell me you are from a small town without saying you are from a small
- [How to Tell if You are a “Snowplow Parent"](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-tell-if-you-are-a-snowplow-parent/) - This is a remarkable blog about snowplow parenting. If you want help or practical advice for doing life with your adult children, take a peek at my book. How to Tell if You are a “Snowplow Parent" Plus, understanding the differences between helicopter parents, lawn mower parents, tiger parents and more Meet the latest parent-shaming
- [What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-age-should-parents-teach-their-children-healthy-sexuality-4/) - What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality? Anytime I speak to parents about teaching their children healthy sexuality, I ask them a question, “Did you receive healthy, positive, values-centered sex education from your parents growing up?” Many times, no one raises their hands or else, it’s just a few at the most! Since
- [My 16-Year-Old Doesn’t Believe: 5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-16-year-old-doesnt-believe-5-tips-to-responding-in-grace-and-truth-3/) - Jonathan McKee is an authentic communicator who understands the culture as well as anyone. For more articles by Jonathan visit BecomingScreenWise.com. My 16-Year-Old Doesn’t Believe: 5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth I’m not sure if it’s because more American young people actually don’t believe, or if it’s simply because our culture applauds this mindset,
- [The Talk](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-talk-3/) - The Talk Parents often ask me about the right age to have “the talk” with their teenagers. I always give the same answer: “Never.” The one-time birds-and-bees talk doesn’t work. Whether it’s about sex or any other issue important in our teens’ lives, we need to create an open, trusting environment of healthy dialogue, so
- [Why do you need me? A reflection on adoption](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-do-you-need-me-a-reflection-on-adoption/) - Adoption is near and dear to my heart and Doug did a great job of dealing with an issue in adoption that is so important. This blog is good for all parents. Why do you need me? A reflection on adoption Months after arriving at her new home, our adopted teenage daughter posed a question
- [Wrestling With Silence: Why We Dislike it, Why We Need it](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/wrestling-with-silence-why-we-dislike-it-why-we-need-it-2/) - David Olshine is a longtime friend of mine who has published a great book on The Mystery of Silence. I absolutely love this story from his book and the lesson in it for all of us. If you want a really good read for this season in your life, you can order his book here.
- [Culture Post: Fathers' Depression Affects Kids' Future Behavior](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-fathers-depression-affects-kids-future-behavior/) - Undiagnosed or unaddressed depression in fathers can have negative social and behavioral effects on their children that can persist for years, researchers reported recently in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
- [The Empty Nest: Change and Loss are Deeply Connected](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-change-and-loss-are-deeply-connected-2/) - The Empty Nest: Change and Loss are Deeply Connected Experts say that as your life changes and your kids move out of the house, you can experience an overwhelming sense of loss. Change and loss are deeply connected. Sometimes loss is as simple as that depicted in a cartoon I saw recently. It showed a
- [Tuesday Video: Bye Bye Bye Dance Parody](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-bye-bye-bye-dance-parody-2/) - A very funny video of a mom and dad moving to the empty nest, giving some advice to their daughter and son-in-law. Enjoy.
- [Talking with Your Kids about Dating and Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/talking-with-your-kids-about-dating-and-relationships-2/) - I loved this guest blog by Lucille Williams. In the midst of her story there is great insight on how to do conflict in a healthy manner. You can get more insight from Lucille at LuSays.com. Talking with Your Kids about Dating and Relationships My daughter, Monica, came home one day after grammar school and
- [My Dad and The Right Priorities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-dad-and-the-right-priorities/) - As we approach Father's Day here in the United States, I've been thinking a lot about my dad. At the end of his life he taught me a lot about "right priorities." My Dad and The Right Priorities "Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as
- [Tuesday Video: Dad-erina to the Rescue](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-dad-erina-to-the-rescue/) - Meet the new kind of Dad who will even dance at his young daughters recital to make her feel more comfortable. Love it. I love this new generation of Dad’s who are much more engaged with their kids. It’s gonna pay off. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: I'm Watching You Dad](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-im-watching-you-dad/) - A great message to dads from a child's perspective. Click here for link to video.
- [Finding Your Community as a Married Couple](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finding-your-community-as-a-married-couple-2/) - If you know me, you know I love all things Ted Lowe. He is the founder of For Us Marriage. His resources are always practical and so helpful. This blog is one of the more important issues we don’t talk enough about for a marriage to thrive. Finding Your Community as a Married Couple Not
- [The Family That Plays Together Stays Together](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-family-that-plays-together-stays-together-2/) - Mike Yaconelli was a major influence in my life and a great friend. I love this story from his book Dangerous Wonder. Seventeen years is a long time to know someone, and Ron’s parents thought they knew him. What had happened during the previous summer, though, Ron’s parents had no idea. All they knew was
- [I'm Watching You Dad](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/im-watching-you-dad/) - Dads: (And Moms) Our kids are watching us! I like this video. Click here for link to video
- [Advice I'd Give Myself if I Were Starting Over as a Dad](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/advice-id-give-myself-if-i-were-starting-over-as-a-dad/) - As you probably know, I love all things Parentcue.com. Reggie Joiner is truly one of my heroes and one of the most strategic leaders I know. I loved this blog on 'Advice I’d Give Myself if I Were Starting Over as a Dad.' As always, Reggie's insight authentic, encouraging and most helpful. Advice I'd Give Myself
- [Tuesday Video: This Special Needs Dad Will Melt Your Heart - David Flood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-this-special-needs-dad-will-melt-your-heart-david-flood/) - In this motivational speech, David Flood recounts a heartwarming tale of how his son's autism taught him a life changing lesson. The power of connection! Many of the videos we send out on Tuesday are worthy of sitting with your kids and playing the video and then talking about it. This one definitely is a
- [Culture Post: 3 in 4 Parents Believe They’re Better Moms and Dads Than Their Own Folks](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-3-in-4-parents-believe-theyre-better-moms-and-dads-than-their-own-folks/) - A recent survey of 2,000 U.S. parents of school-aged children noted that 76% believe themselves to be much better parents than their own moms and dads.
- [Tuesday Video: Dad and Son Return in Sweet Commercial](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/23881/) - Love this very cute video of a father and his son spending some "quality time" together at Denny's Restaurant. A regular date with our kids and one on one time with them is one of the keys to building a very special relationship. Happy Father's Day! Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Playtime with Dad May Improve Children's Self-Control](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-playtime-with-dad-may-improve-childrens-self-control/) - Children whose fathers make time to play with them from a very young age may find it easier to control their behavior and emotions as they grow up, research suggests.
- [Tuesday Video:  Southwest Captain Brings His Dad Home](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-southwest-captain-brings-his-dad-home/) - I love a great story and this is just a positive beautiful story. The story began in Dallas a long time ago during the Viet Nam war. A little boy lost his Dad in the war and then many, many years later flew the plane that brought the remains of his dad back to Dallas.
- [Tuesday Video: Bill Conner, donor dad meets heart recipient, Loumonth Jack, Jr.](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-bill-conner-donor-dad-meets-heart-recipient-loumonth-jack-jr/) - This is Bill Conner. His 20-year old daughter passed away. So Bill set out on a 2,600 mile bike journey to clear his mind. But he stopped along the way to meet the young man who received his daughter’s heart. This is a beautiful heartwarming short video that is most special on several levels. Click
- [Tuesday Video: 3-Year-Old Girl Giving Her Dad Toilet Water](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-3-year-old-girl-giving-her-dad-toilet-water/) - Just a reminder to look where your child is getting the water from for you to drink☺ A sign of pure love or ? Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Having Kids Means Less Sleep for Moms — But Not for Dads](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-having-kids-means-less-sleep-for-moms-but-not-for-dads/) - It’s no secret that having children can lead to some sleepless nights, but new research finds that mothers are suffering more than anyone when it comes to a night of good rest.
- [Tuesday Video: My Dad's Car](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-my-dads-car/) - I love what these two sons did for their dad. Besides his family, his pride and joy was his 65 Chevy Impala. He sold it to pay for his son’s education. 20 years later he got the surprise of his lifetime. Crazy how a minute Chevy commercial can bring such inspiration. Click here for link
- [Culture Post: Closeness with Dads May Play Special Role in How Kids Weather Adolescence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-closeness-with-dads-may-play-special-role-in-how-kids-weather-adolescence/) - Adolescence can be an emotionally turbulent time, but new research at Penn State found that close, supportive relationships with parents — especially dads — at key points during adolescence can help stave off certain adjustment problems.
- [Closeness with Dads May Play Special Role in How Kids Weather Adolescence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/closeness-with-dads-may-play-special-role-in-how-kids-weather-adolescence/) - We posted this blog on our culture blog but I thought it was worth reposting for our guest blogs. Today’s dad is doing so much better in parenting than any previous generation but we still need to be reminded of the incredible impact a father can have on their children. Closeness with Dads May Play
- [Culture Post: Adult Children 4 Times More Likely to be Estranged From Their Dad Than Their Mom](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-adult-children-4-times-more-likely-to-be-estranged-from-their-dad-than-their-mom/) - Adult children are much more likely to have issues with their fathers than they are with their mothers, according to new research.
- [Tuesday Video: This Dad of a Special Needs Son Will Melt Your Heart - David Flood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-this-special-needs-dad-will-melt-your-heart-david-flood-2/) - In this motivational speech, David Flood recounts a heartwarming tale of how his son’s autism taught him a life changing lesson. The power of connection! Many of the videos we send out on Tuesday are worthy of sitting with your kids and playing the video and then talking about it. This one definitely is a
- [My Dad and The Right Priorities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-dad-and-the-right-priorities-2/) - As we approach Father’s Day here in the United States, I’ve been thinking a lot about my dad. At the end of his life he taught me a lot about “right priorities”. My Dad and The Right Priorities “Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as
- [Closeness with Dads May Play Special Role in How Kids Weather Adolescence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/closeness-with-dads-may-play-special-role-in-how-kids-weather-adolescence-2/) - We posted this blog on our culture blog but I thought it was worth reposting for our guest blogs. Today’s dad is doing so much better in parenting than any previous generation but we still need to be reminded of the incredible impact a father can have on their children. Closeness with Dads May Play
- [Culture Post: Young Children Do Better at School if Their Dads Read and Play With Them](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-young-children-do-better-at-school-if-their-dads-read-and-play-with-them/) - Fathers can give their children an educational advantage at primary school by reading, drawing and playing with them, according to a newly published report.
- [Tuesday Video: My Dad’s Car](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-my-dads-car-2/) - I love what these two sons did for their dad. Besides his family, his pride and joy was his 65 Chevy Impala. He sold it to pay for his son’s education. 20 years later he got the surprise of his lifetime. Crazy how a minute Chevy commercial can bring such inspiration.
- [Culture Post: Improving Relationships Between Dads and Daughters... It's a Walk in the Park](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-improving-relationships-between-dads-and-daughters-its-a-walk-in-the-park/) - A simple walk in the park could hold the key to unlocking a close and loving relationship between fathers and daughters, a new study has shown.
- [#DadMatters](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/dadmatters/) - I love this blog about Dads. Jeff Hamilton is a friend, a pastor and leads Dad Academy. For an excellent resource on raising courageous, capable and confident kids, click here. #DadMatters On March 1, 1996, I entered a new season of life as I held my newborn baby boy. My wife Jayme and I had
- [Culture Post: Dads Help Shape Eating Habits of Their Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-dads-help-shape-eating-habits-of-their-children/) - A dad’s eating habits can have a profound effect on their kid’s diets, even when those children are nothing but a twinkle in his eye, a new study says.
- [Who is That Stranger in My House?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-is-that-stranger-in-my-house/) - Who is That Stranger in My House? I’m the first to admit it wasn’t easy for me when my girls became teenagers. “The change” was not gradual for our kids. Our loving, affectionate, obedient girls suddenly copped attitudes, danced with danger, said and did outrageous things, and weren’t very fun to be with some of
- [My 16-Year-Old Doesn't Believe:  5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-16-year-old-doesnt-believe-5-tips-to-responding-in-grace-and-truth/) - Jonathan McKee is an authentic communicator who understands the culture as well as anyone. For more articles by Jonathan you can go to: TheSource4Parents.com My 16-Year-Old Doesn't Believe: 5 Tips to Responding in Grace and Truth I’m not sure if it’s because more American young people actually don’t believe, or if it’s simply because our culture
- [My Child Was Caught Viewing Porn! What Do I Do?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-child-was-caught-viewing-porn-what-do-i-do/) - I originally wrote this blog for Orange’s Parent Cue. If you haven’t been to the Parent Cue website, check it out. It’s one of my absolute favorites. TheParentCue.org My Child Was Caught Viewing Porn! What Do I Do? The shock, shame, and anger that first takes place when you stumble upon the fact that your
- [Tuesday Video: Memorial Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video/) - Yesterday we American’s celebrated Memorial Day. This 2-minute video was very meaningful to me personally. As I mentioned in yesterday’s blog, my father received a Purple Heart in World War 2. So grateful for the ultimate sacrifice these brave men and women have given to purchase our freedom. Please click here for link to video
- [The Fear of the Unknown](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-fear-of-the-unknown/) - A month ago I put an open letter to Jimmy Kimmel on my blog and got more response than any other blog. Many people have asked me more details so I thought I would add another inspiring blog from Heidi. She is a remarkable person and a source of inspiration to many people. Heidi was
- [Staying Close in Remarriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/staying-close-in-remarriage/) - Blended family living can create a unique barrier called "third party thorns" that often prevent couples from experiencing intimacy. Healthy couples find ways to stay close.
- [Fearless on the Fourth of July](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/fearless-on-the-fourth-of-july/) - Just last night I was at a major-league baseball game and found tears in my eyes. My wife and daughter teased me a bit but it is something that just happens to me. Over the loud speaker, the announcer introduced the sellout crowd to a man who was a military veteran who had just retired.
- [Keeping the Spark in Your Marriage Alive](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keeping-the-spark-in-your-marriage-alive/) - Keeping the Spark in Your Marriage Alive It has often been said that the best thing you can do for your children is to love your spouse. At times, this means putting your spouse’s needs before your children’s. Many children who grew up in a home where the parents had a child-focused marriage say they
- [You Can't Change Your Spouse; You Can Only Change Yourself](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/you-cant-change-your-spouse-you-can-only-change-yourself/) - Doug Fields and I have just published our book, The First Few Years of Marriage and WE LOVE IT! Our goal is to come alongside married couples in the first few years of their marriage and help them build a foundation for a solid marriage that can last a lifetime. What we have realized is
- [Culture Post: Beloit College Mindset List for 2021](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-beloit-college-mindset-list-for-2021/) - This year’s entering college class of 2021 can't remember when a "phone" wasn't a video game and research library. Mostly born in 1999, they've always been searching for Pokemon.
- [Culture Post: 40% of Millennials Want to Live Within Walking Distance of Their Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-40-of-millennials-want-to-live-within-walking-distance-of-their-parents/) - Forty percent of millennials in America say that living within walking distance of their parents or in-law’s is either “extremely or very important” to them, according to new research.
- [The Beloit College Mindset List for the Class of 2021](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-beloit-college-mindset-list-for-the-class-of-2021/) - Every year I anxiously await the Beloit College Mindset List. It’s so interesting for any of us culture watchers. Enjoy! The Beloit College Mindset List for the Class of 2021 Students heading into their first year of college this year are mostly 18 and were born in 1999. Among the iconic figures who have never
- [Get on the Same Page](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/get-on-the-same-page/) - Get on the Same Page He who is carried on another man’s back does not appreciate how far the town is. —AFRICAN PROVERB Please pass me that parenting handbook. I need to smack my kid with it. —JORGE, FATHER OF TWO TEENAGE BOYS When your children are teenagers, it’s important to have a dog so
- [Adolescence: Change Is in the Air](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/adolescence-change-is-in-the-air/) - Adolescence: Change Is in the Air “But, Dad, I gotta be a nonconformist,” the teenager said to his father. “How else can I be like all the other kids?” - Les Parrott MARK YOUR CALENDAR'S, BUT USE PENCIL Once adolescence is underway, the race to adulthood begins. But in this race, think in terms of
- [Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-the-most-of-your-familys-christmas/) - Making the Most of Your Family's Christmas It’s Christmastime and it’s time to celebrate! But for many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” Why? It’s because the holidays can be hectic, heartbreaking, harrowing, and just plain hard to deal with. In short, the holidays can be a
- [The Original Reviews of 10 Classic Christmas Movies](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-original-reviews-of-10-classic-christmas-movies/) - I don't know about you, but I LOVE Christmas movies! Here are 10 very different but enjoyable films for the holidays. My goal is to watch at least 5 of them this year! The Original Reviews of 10 Classic Christmas Movies Whether you’re a fan of Buddy the Elf or prefer the retro allure of
- [Culture Post: Gen Z Guys Go Old School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-gen-z-guys-go-old-school/) - While Millennial guys don’t tend to differentiate themselves from their female counterparts, Gen Z guys (aged 20 and younger) portend a return to “old school” masculinity and more conservative politics.
- [The Talk](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-talk/) - The Talk Parents often ask me about the right age to have “the talk” with their teenagers. I always give the same answer: “Never.” The one-time birds-and-bees talk doesn’t work. Whether it’s about sex or any other issue important in our teens’ lives, we need to create an open, trusting environment of healthy dialogue, so
- [The Slow Burn of Bitterness](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-slow-burn-of-bitterness/) - Nancy Guthrie has some great words of advice on how to deal with bitterness. The Slow Burn of Bitterness No one ever says, “When I grow up, I want to be bitter.” But life has a way of handing us hurts that can collect, insults and offenses that seem to stick to our souls and refuse to
- [A Letter to my Porn-Addicted Son](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-letter-to-my-porn-addicted-son/) - This is a very moving letter of love from a good, good, Father. A Letter to my Porn-Addicted Son My son. I need you to hear me when I say this: I am not ashamed of you. You’ve spent most of your life believing otherwise, but I’m here to remind you, again, that nothing could be
- [Teach Your Kids to Learn to Discern the Changing Culture](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/teach-your-kids-to-learn-to-discern-the-changing-culture/) - Teach Your Kids to Learn to Discern the Changing Culture It is better to teach your teen how to discern culture’s impact than to keep him in a protective bubble. When kids are younger, parents must truly protect their children from unhealthy cultural influences, but as they become teenagers, your parenting style has to change
- [Growing Spiritually as a Couple While Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/growing-spiritually-as-a-couple-while-raising-kids/) - Growing Spiritually as a Couple While Raising Kids It’s a common surprise: parents think that once their children get past the exhausting toddler years and become more independent, life will slow down and the couple will have more time to connect spiritually. For many, the opposite becomes reality. For whatever reason—busyness, tension in the relationship,
- [Leaving an Impactful Legacy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/leaving-an-impactful-legacy/) - Leaving an Impactful Legacy During a time of tension or deep disappointment, it can be difficult to think about creating a positive legacy for your children, but it is possible. Don’t give in to despair or minimize your power to create a positive climate of influence and leave a legacy in your children’s lives. Your
- [If Your Kids Say This Phrase, They’re More Entitled Than You Realize](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/if-your-kids-say-this-phrase-theyre-more-entitled-than-you-realize/) - This is very much worth the read for any parent who has ever had your kid say, “That’s not fair!” If Your Kids Say This Phrase, They’re More Entitled Than You Realize There is an entitled phrase in our vocabulary that nobody has to teach us to say. It’s a phrase kids say very quickly in childhood. And
- [Good Parents Have Children Who Make Poor Choices](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/good-parents-have-children-who-make-poor-choices/) - Good Parents Have Children Who Make Poor Choices When your child violates your values, makes poor choices, or gets in deep trouble, we often begin to question our own parenting abilities. Our doubts shout at us: Was it something I did? Would this have happened if I’d been a better parent? Would this have happened
- [4 Things You Should Never Ever Do in Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/4-things-you-should-never-ever-do-in-marriage/) - I thought Dave Willis did an especially good job of giving us 4 habits of the heart for our relationship with our spouse in this excellent blog. More info on Dave’s blog at MarriageToday.com My great-grandfather was a wise, tough, hard-working Indiana farmer who was married for almost 70 years and together with my great-grandmother,
- [Creating Warmth in Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-warmth-in-your-marriage/) - Creating Warmth in Your Marriage If you haven’t noticed, it really does take a lot of work, self control and focus to keep a relationship full of warmth. You can set the thermostat from chilly to warm but you can’t do it without an incredible amount of discipline and self-determination. Think back to your dating
- [40 Reasons to Avoid Adultery](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/40-reasons-to-avoid-adultery/) - This blog, by Daniel Henderson, was originally written for leaders but it is great advice for all. 40 Reasons to Avoid Adultery The enemy delights in the downfall of Christian leaders and works 24/7 in his temptations and snares to bring disrepute to Christ and His people by targeting pastors and other leaders. Moreover, the heartache and
- [My Child Was Caught Viewing Porn! What Do I Do?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-child-was-caught-viewing-porn-what-do-i-do-2/) - My Child Was Caught Viewing Porn! What Do I Do? The shock, shame, and anger that first takes place when you stumble upon the fact that your child has viewed porn is understandably terrifying. Every parent hopes their child will live with sexual integrity, and when we hear the statistics of kids and porn it
- [The Joys (and Tears) of Parenting My Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-joys-and-tears-of-parenting-my-adult-children/) - I loved this blog found on John Gottman’s website. Shantel Patu describes the joys and strains of parenting perfectly. No matter what the age of your child you will be able to relate to this touching article, especially if, like Shantel, you have an adult child. The Joys (and Tears) of Parenting My Adult Children
- [If the Devil Can’t Make You Bad, He Will Make You Busy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/if-the-devil-cant-make-you-bad-he-will-make-you-busy/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Three: If the Devil Can’t Make You Bad, He Will Make You Busy “If the Devil can’t make you bad, he’ll make you busy!” That’s what a friend of mine wrote me on the
- [Finding Replenishing Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finding-replenishing-relationships/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Four: Finding Replenishing Relationships As I mentioned in the first of this series, in 2009 I was diagnosed with cancer and it caused me to do some serious thinking about relationships, leadership and
- [Accountability is Key](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/accountability-is-key/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Five: Accountability is Key Do you have a safe place to share your hurts, worries, pain, joys, hope and goals? Is there someone, or a small group of people where you can be
- [Delegate and Do What You Do Well](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/delegate-and-do-what-you-do-well/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Nine: Delegate and Do What You Do Well My wife has often said, “Jim, we have a Messiah. He is doing quite well and you don’t need to replace him!” I have found
- [Set Excellent Goals](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/set-excellent-goals/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Set Excellent Goals My father was raised on a farm in Kansas that had some cattle. He would often tell stories of the cattle regularly getting lost because they kept their heads down to
- [Who Are These Emerging Adults?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-are-these-emerging-adults/) - Who Are These Emerging Adults? Each generation develops a mindset and patterns that are unique to it. Here’s a simple example from my family that illustrates just one way this plays out across generations. My father and mother were the first to bring a television to their little town in Kansas. It was in their
- [Virginia Basketball Coach Tony Bennett's Five Pillars to Live By is a Blueprint for Success](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/virginia-basketball-coach-tony-bennetts-five-pillars-to-live-by-is-a-blueprint-for-success/) - If you have ever spent any time with me and the subject of Focus on the Family comes up, you know that one of the people I respect most on this planet is Jim Daly, the President of Focus on the Family. He has deep convictions and a warm, loving heart. In this blog, Jim
- [Culture Post: The Powerful Influence of Moms in Christians' Households](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-the-powerful-influence-of-moms-in-christians-households/) - *The following is excerpted from an online article posted on Barna.com. Acknowledging the influence of moms isn’t just the stuff of Mother’s Day cards; it also became a major finding and theme in a recent Barna study of practicing Christians’ homes in the U.S. The Households of Faith report, produced in partnership with Lutheran Hour
- [Tuesday Video: Delivery Room](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-delivery-room/) - Here is a wonderful short video about Hearing the Father's Voice from comedian Michael Jr. Beautifully touching with an important message. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Many Teens Sleep with Their Phones, Survey Finds — Just Like Their Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-many-teens-sleep-with-their-phones-survey-finds-just-like-their-parents/) - Four out of five teenagers with mobile devices keep them in their rooms overnight — and nearly a third of those bring them into their beds while sleeping — according a new study.
- [The Anatomy of a Loss of Faith](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-anatomy-of-a-loss-of-faith/) - The Anatomy of a Loss of Faith Tony Campolo gave a talk in November at the National Youth Workers Convention called, “When Your Kid Walks Away from Faith.” It was obvious he was in deep pain over his son walking away from Jesus. Though I only heard about 10 minutes of the talk, I thought
- [The Power of Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-forgiveness/) - The Power of Forgiveness “If you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” —Mark 11:25 All marriage authorities say the same thing: A healthy marriage is one in which forgiveness is practiced. To develop a closer relationship, it is vital to give forgiveness but also
- [The Happiness Effect](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-happiness-effect/) - Don’t miss out on developing a deeper spiritual intimacy with your spouse. Jim and Cathy Burns’ book Closer gives couples the opportunity to invest 20 minutes each week in spiritual intimacy and connection. The Happiness Effect A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. —Proverbs 17:22 Did you know that happiness is
- [Culture Post: Teens Who Have Loving Bond with Mother Less Likely to Enter Abusive Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-teens-who-have-loving-bond-with-mother-less-likely-to-enter-abusive-relationships/) - A mother's warmth and acceptance toward her teenagers may help prevent those children from being in an abusive relationship later in life, even if her own marriage is contentious, according to a new study.
- [Making Your Values a Priority](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/__makingyourvaluesapriority/) - And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. --Colossians 3:17 All couples have values. The problem is we get so caught up in the day-to-day problems of life that we don’t have the
- [Attitudes and Thoughts](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/attitudes-and-thoughts/) - As he thinks in his heart, so is he. —Proverbs 23:7 nkjv So much of a marriage relationship comes down to our thoughts and attitudes about the marriage. If we acted like the person we would want to come home to, most of our conflicts would disappear. Who would have thought that the quality of
- [Learning to Apologize](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/learning-to-apologize/) - "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed." --James 5:16 The positive strength of a heartfelt apology is one of the most powerful ways to draw closer and experience true forgiveness. Couples do have an incredible capacity to forgive. But without a genuine apology, it
- [Setting Goals for Your Marriage and Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/setting-goals-for-your-marriage-and-family/) - When marriages fail, it's often not because of the “big-ticket items” like adultery and abuse. Marriages typically die a slow, dismal death from lack of intentionality and attention. Those who don’t give their marriage focused attention quit settings goals and working on their relationship. Then, slowly and almost unknowingly they begin to drift as a
- [Growing Spiritually as a Couple While Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/growing-spiritually-as-a-couple-while-raising-kids-2/) - It’s a common surprise: parents think that once their children get past the exhausting toddler years and become more independent, life will slow down and the couple will have more time to connect spiritually. For many, the opposite becomes reality. For whatever reason—busyness, tension in the relationship, stress, or another issue—couples can grow apart and
- [I Wish Someone Had Told Me](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/i-wish-someone-had-told-me/) - "I loved this blog and I loved his thoughts on life. This blog motivated me to create my own “25 Things.” Maybe it will do the same for you." I ran across an article the other day written by a man listing some of the things he wished someone had told his younger self about
- [Culture Post: Half of Parents Squabble with Grandparents Over Parenting Choices](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-half-of-parents-squabble-with-grandparents-over-parenting-choices/) - In a new survey, just under half of the parents polled say they’ve clashed with at least one of their child’s grandparents over differing opinions on parenting techniques.
- [To the Woman Whose Husband Confessed to Looking at Porn](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/to-the-woman-whose-husband-confessed-to-looking-at-porn/) - The statistics are staggering at how many men look at porn within a month. This is a good article on what to do if your husband confesses to you that he has a porn problem. FamilyLife.com is a wonderful website from a great organization committed to helping marriages and parents. If your husband confessed to
- [Is Pursuing Our Passions During Parenthood Selfish?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-pursuing-our-passions-during-parenthood-selfish/) - HomeWord is partnering with a wonderful relatively new parenting ministry called ChristianParenting.org. They have a blog very much worth your time. I thought this blog, written by Bethany Adkins, had an important lesson for all of us. Becoming a parent is one of the most life altering things that we experience. It is a beautiful,
- [Grandparenting is Grand!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grandparenting-is-grand/) - One of the best things about HomeWord is that we try to help families in all the phases of their parenting and even grandparenting. This blog is about grandparenting. Wayne Rice is one of my favorite people on the planet. He is a hero and has been a mentor to me as far back as
- [Communication with Your Children is About Perception](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/communication-with-your-children-is-about-perception/) - Communication is about perception. Oftentimes, though parents try to communicate with their teenagers, the teens do not believe that their parents are communicating with them at all. In fact, many times in our HomeWord family seminars, I ask parents and their kids if they believe they are communicating. Almost invariably, the parents say yes and
- [The Joys (and Tears) of Parenting My Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-joys-and-tears-of-parenting-my-adult-children-2/) - I loved this blog found on John Gottman’s website. Shantel Patu describes the joys and strains of parenting perfectly. No matter what the age of your child you will be able to relate to this touching article, especially if, like Shantel, you have an adult child. The Joys (and Tears) of Parenting My Adult Children
- [Staying Close in Remarriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/staying-close-in-remarriage-2/) - When people ask me a blended family, stepparent or remarriage question, I often tell them to take out a pen and write two words: Ron Deal. Ron is a friend and my go-to person with all things remarriage and step parenting. This blog was written for Family Life a wonderful organization based in Little Rock,
- [Set the Pace of Spiritual Leadership in Your Home](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/set-the-pace-of-spiritual-leadership-in-your-home/) - Set the Pace of Spiritual Leadership in Your Home Usually, your children’s faith is very dependent on the examples they see at home. In other words, you set the pace of spiritual leadership in your home. If you desire your children to have vibrant spiritual lives, then they need to see an authentic faith lived
- [I Wish Someone Had Told Me](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/i-wish-someone-had-told-me-2/) - “I loved this blog and I loved his thoughts on life. This blog motivated me to create my own “25 Things.” Maybe it will do the same for you.” I Wish Someone Had Told Me I ran across an article the other day written by a man listing some of the things he wished someone
- [A Twist on Thanksgiving: Living a Life of Thanks](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-twist-on-thanksgiving-living-a-life-of-thanks/) - Here is a great thought about Thanksgiving…I hope you day is filled with an abundance of gratitude, connection and some fun food. A Twist on Thanksgiving: Living a Life of Thanks I love the fact that in the United States we as a nation set aside one day a year simply for giving thanks to
- [The Anatomy of a Loss of Faith](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-anatomy-of-a-loss-of-faith-2/) - The Anatomy of a Loss of Faith Tony Campolo once gave a talk at the National Youth Workers Convention called, “When Your Kid Walks Away from Faith.” It was obvious he was in deep pain over his son walking away from Jesus. Though I only heard about 10 minutes of the talk, I thought he
- [The Original Reviews of 10 Classic Christmas Movies](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-original-reviews-of-10-classic-christmas-movies-2/) - I don't know about you, but I LOVE Christmas movies! Here are 10 very different but enjoyable films for the holidays. My goal is to watch at least 5 of them this year! The Original Reviews of 10 Classic Christmas Movies Whether you’re a fan of Buddy the Elf or prefer the retro allure of
- [Focus on the Spiritual Life of Your Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/focus-on-the-spiritual-life-of-your-family/) - Focus on the Spiritual Life of Your Family Why are most families more proactive with sports and school than we are with the spiritual development of our children? Because focusing on the spiritual life of our families doesn’t come naturally for many, even for those who desperately want that focus. Over the years, I’ve asked
- [We Need Some Christmas This Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/we-need-some-christmas-this-christmas/) - I love, love all things written by Max Lucado. I go to his writing for inspiration and insight. This blog was especially meaningful to me this week. You can read more from Max at Maxlucado.com. We Need Some Christmas This Christmas Don’t we? Don’t we need some Peace On Earth and Goodwill to Mankind? Don’t
- [22 Promises from the Word for 2022](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/22-promises-from-the-word-for-2022/) - Chris Cannon leads the HomeWord “Pastor to Pastor” ministry which comes alongside pastors and ministry leaders from all over the country and the world. Chris does a great job of caring, coaching and listening. At the end of the year, Chris sent out these promises to his mailing list. The very day he sent them
- [Supporting Your College Grad in Their Job Search](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/supporting-your-college-grad-in-their-job-search/) - This is a really good blog about coming alongside your college student. There are also great words of wisdom for any parent of any age child. Liz did a really good job with this and if you have child anywhere near the age of college, her book, “They’re Ready. Are You?" is an excellent resource.
- [Culture Post: Parental Criticism Hurts - A Glimpse Inside the Adolescent Brain](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parental-criticism-hurts-a-glimpse-inside-the-adolescent-brain/) - It may seem as though adolescents do as they please, but a new study suggests they are more sensitive to their parents' opinions than they may seem, with the adolescent brain reacting strongly to parental criticism or praise.
- [Family Screen Agreement](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/family-screen-agreement/) - Dr. Alice Benton has written a practical and important blog for parents dealing with kids' screen time use during summer. Alice is not only an insightful counselor but a wonderful mother to her young kids. Family Screen Agreement Are you beginning to dread the interminable summer hours filled with endless repetitions of, “Can I play
- [Following Your Man](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/following-your-man/) - Lucille Williams is one of my favorite people and I loved her book, The Intimacy You Crave. She will be our guest on our HomeWord webinar on June 21st as we talk about rekindling romance. Be sure to register so your don't miss out. Following Your Man Following one’s husband can be a hot topic
- [Tuesday Video: Delivery Room](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-delivery-room-2/) - With Father's Day this Sunday, I wanted to share this wonderful video about hearing the Father’s Voice from comedian Michael Jr. Beautifully touching with an important message. Happy Father's Day. Click here for link to video
- [Finishing Well](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finishing-well/) - Finishing Well The Scripture that has helped me most as I think about finishing well is in the New Testament, written by the author of Hebrews: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us
- [Ask Dr. Meg: My Child is a Tattle-Tale!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ask-dr-meg-my-child-is-a-tattle-tale/) - Dr. Meg Meeker is “America’s Mom.” She also is a pediatrician with GREAT content on parenting. In this guest blog she tackles the issue of tattling on siblings. You can get more great content from her at Meekerparenting.com. Don’t miss her new film, Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters on PureFlix and her great courses available on
- [Engaging critical conversations about pornography](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/engaging-critical-conversations-about-pornography/) - Parents must do all they can to help their kids navigate dealing with porn. I thought this blog had some excellent thoughts from Christianparenting.org. Hearing the word “porn” can make us want to shout “la la la la” with our fingers in our ears. But with the infiltration of pornography through the digital age, this
- [What You Think About Yourself Matters Big to Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-you-think-about-yourself-matters-big-to-your-marriage/) - I am so excited that my good friend, Ted Lowe’s excellent brand-new marriage book has just released. I have already read his new book, Us In Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage, and I LOVE it. Ted’s writings on marriage are inspirational, practical and life changing. This is part 1 of a
- [Culture Post: Parenting Practices in Teen Years Set the Stage for Closeness, Warmth Later On](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parenting-practices-in-teen-years-set-the-stage-for-closeness-warmth-later-on/) - High-quality parenting practices in adolescence lay the foundation for close parent-child relationships when the children become young adults, according to new research.
- [The Blessing (for Parents and Grandparents)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-blessing-for-parents-and-grandparents/) - The Blessing (for Parents and Grandparents) For years, whenever I heard someone refer to “the blessing,” I thought it might be some weird ritual. I know that Old Testament patriarchs on their deathbeds often offered a special blessing to their children and grandchildren. I don’t think we grandparents have to wait for the deathbed to
- [Making the Most of Your Family's Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-the-most-of-your-familys-christmas-2/) - Making the Most of Your Family's Christmas It’s Christmastime and it’s time to celebrate. But for many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” Why? It’s because the holidays can be hectic, heartbreaking, harrowing, and just plain hard to deal with. In short, the holidays can be a
- [Wisdom From Our Parents' Generation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/wisdom-from-our-parents-generation/) - Here is how “our parents” taught us about life. I’m not suggesting we go back to this, but it did give me a smile today. And if I’m being honest, I did say most of these out loud to my kids but I didn't think much of it. This is not original material is but
- [Culture Post: New Study Reveals That Parents Are Concerned About Their Children’s Mental Health](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-new-study-reveals-that-parents-are-concerned-about-their-childrens-mental-health/) - A new study by Pew Research Center revealed that parents are genuinely concerned with the mental health of their children.
- [Culture Post: Researchers Find Strong Adolescent-Parent Relationships Lead to Better Long-Term Health Outcomes in Young Adults](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-researchers-find-strong-adolescent-parent-relationships-lead-to-better-long-term-health-outcomes-in-young-adults/) - The following is excerpted from an online article posted by ScienceDaily. Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that adolescents who report strong relationships with their parents have better long-term health outcomes. Study findings, published today in JAMA Network Open, suggest that investments in improving parent-adolescent relationships could help improve general health, mental
- [Judas Come Home - All is Forgiven](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/judas-come-home-all-is-forgiven/) - Someone passed this article about Judas and forgiveness to me and I just can’t get it out of my head. God’s ways are different than our ways and God’s forgiveness runs deeper than anything we can imagine. Someone needs to read this today. Happy Easter. Judas Come Home - All is Forgiven I have never
- [Thriving in the Empty Nest Years](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/thriving-in-the-empty-nest-years/) - I am so happy to have my friend, Jodie Berndt, write two guest blogs for us. Jodie, her husband, Robbie, her kids, and grandkids are an amazing family. She is not only a dynamic communicator but shares the same passion I do for helping families succeed. I’m so happy she has just released a brand-new
- [Delegate and Do What You Do Well](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/delegate-and-do-what-you-do-well-2/) - Delegate and Do What You Do Well My wife has often said, “Jim, we have a Messiah. He is doing quite well and you don’t need to replace him!” I have found as a husband, father, and especially a leader that I often take on more than I can humanly accomplish. And since I’m talking
- [The Slow Burn of Bitterness](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-slow-burn-of-bitterness-2/) - Nancy Guthrie has some great words of advice on how to deal with bitterness. The Slow Burn of Bitterness No one ever says, “When I grow up, I want to be bitter.” But life has a way of handing us hurts that can collect, insults and offenses that seem to stick to our souls and
- [Learning to Apologize](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/learning-to-apologize-2/) - “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” –James 5:16 The positive strength of a heartfelt apology is one of the most powerful ways to draw closer and experience true forgiveness. Couples do have an incredible capacity to forgive. But without a genuine apology, it
- [Finding Replenishing Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/finding-replenishing-relationships-2/) - Finding Replenishing Relationships In 2009 I was diagnosed with cancer and it caused me to do some serious thinking about relationships, leadership, and my personal life. One of the issues I thought about most was deep gratitude for the “replenishing relationships” around me. There are generally two types of people in your world. There are
- [Attitudes and Thoughts](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/attitudes-and-thoughts-2/) - Attitudes and Thoughts As he thinks in his heart, so is he. —Proverbs 23:7 nkjv So much of a marriage relationship comes down to our thoughts and attitudes about the marriage. If we acted like the person we would want to come home to, most of our conflicts would disappear. Who would have thought that
- [Addressing Spousal Conflict Regarding Screen Use](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/addressing-spousal-conflict-regarding-screen-use/) - Dr. Alice Benton is one of my favorite Christian counselors. She is brilliant and integrates her faith in such a wonderful manner. I love her new book, Understanding and Loving Your Child in a Screen-Saturated World. I don’t know a parent in the universe who would not benefit from it. I get the privilege to
- [The Power of Forgiveness](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-forgiveness-2/) - The Power of Forgiveness “If you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” —Mark 11:25 All marriage authorities say the same thing: A healthy marriage is one in which forgiveness is practiced. To develop a closer relationship, it is vital to give forgiveness but also
- [Set Excellent Goals](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/set-excellent-goals-2/) - Set Excellent Goals My father was raised on a farm in Kansas that had some cattle. He would often tell stories of the cattle regularly getting lost because they kept their heads down to eat the grass and their simple life consisted of moving from one patch of grass to the next. Eventually, the cows
- [How Slowing Down Can Make Us Better Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-slowing-down-can-make-us-better-parents/) - John Mark Comer once said, “Hurry is violence to your soul.” He is so right. Slowing down makes us much more effective parents. It takes discipline and intentionality. This is an excellent article by Elise Tegegne and published by my good friends at Christianparenting.org. They have so many excellent resources with blogs, podcasts, events and
- [The Happiness Effect](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-happiness-effect-2/) - The Happiness Effect A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. —Proverbs 17:22 Did you know that happiness is contagious? According to a twenty-year study, a person’s sense of joy and bright outlook on life can often be determined by how cheerful their friends and especially their spouse are.
- [Who Are These Emerging Adults?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-are-these-emerging-adults-2/) - Who Are These Emerging Adults? Each generation develops a mindset and patterns that are unique to it. Here’s a simple example from my family that illustrates just one way this plays out across generations. My father and mother were the first to bring a television to their little town in Kansas. It was in their
- [5 Reasons Why Comparing Your Kids is Toxic to the Life of Your Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-reasons-why-comparing-your-kids-is-toxic-to-the-life-of-your-family/) - I really like the ministry of Growing Home Together with Rob and Joanna Teigan. Their website has excellent blogs and podcasts and other resources. I would encourage you to read this great blog on comparing your kids and be sure and visit their website at growinghometogether.com. 5 Reasons Why Comparing Your Kids is Toxic to
- [5 Keys to a Compatible Relationship](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-keys-to-a-compatible-relationship/) - As I mentioned in last week’s guest blog, Dr. Ryan Montague is one of my favorites. Compatibility is so important to relationships and today’s guest blog is excellent. To learn more about Ryan and his mission go to DivineOpportunity.com. And don’t forget to check out his Kingdom Coupling course. I recommend all things Ryan Montague.
- [Setting Goals for Your Marriage and Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/setting-goals-for-your-marriage-and-family-2/) - Setting Goals for Your Marriage and Family When marriages fail, it’s often not because of the “big-ticket items” like adultery and abuse. Marriages typically die a slow, dismal death from lack of intentionality and attention. Those who don’t give their marriage focused attention quit settings goals and working on their relationship. Then, slowly and almost
- [With Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/with-thanksgiving/) - Happy Thanksgiving! This blog is a great reminder of the power of thanksgiving in our lives and attitudes. With Thanksgiving This Thanksgiving, let's celebrate the day by reflecting on our awesome God and thanking Him for the countless ways He cares for us. It’s November, and though we’ve decided to skip straight to Christmas on
- [From My Grieving Mama Heart to Yours, Please Give Your Children These 7 Gifts This Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-my-grieving-mama-heart-to-yours-please-give-your-children-these-7-gifts-this-christmas/) - This is wonderful advice on the type of gifts to give our children at Christmas and all the rest of the year as well. It’s from a mom who lost her daughter and has some incredible insight. From My Grieving Mama Heart to Yours, Please Give Your Children These 7 Gifts This Christmas I was
- [Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-the-most-of-your-familys-christmas-3/) - Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas It’s Christmastime and it’s time to celebrate! But for many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” Why? It’s because the holidays can be hectic, heartbreaking, harrowing, and just plain hard to deal with. In short, the holidays can be a
- [Culture Post: Parents' Top Resolutions: More Patience, Less Time on Phones](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parents-top-resolutions-more-patience-less-time-on-phones/) - Among many parents' top resolutions for the New Year: More patience, less time on phones, better consistency with discipline and healthier family habits.
- [The Powerful Influence of Moms in Christians’ Households](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-powerful-influence-of-moms-in-christians-households/) - The Powerful Influence of Moms in Christians' Households *The following is excerpted from an online article posted on Barna.com. Acknowledging the influence of moms isn’t just the stuff of Mother’s Day cards; it also became a major finding and theme in a recent Barna study of practicing Christians’ homes in the U.S. The Households of
- [Growing Spiritually as a Couple While Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/growing-spiritually-as-a-couple-while-raising-kids-3/) - Growing Spiritually as a Couple While Raising Kids It’s a common surprise: parents think that once their children get past the exhausting toddler years and become more independent, life will slow down and the couple will have more time to connect spiritually. For many, the opposite becomes reality. For whatever reason—busyness, tension in the relationship,
- [A Letter to my Porn-Addicted Son](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-letter-to-my-porn-addicted-son-2/) - This is a very moving letter of love from a good, good, Father. A Letter to my Porn-Addicted Son My son. I need you to hear me when I say this: I am not ashamed of you. You’ve spent most of your life believing otherwise, but I’m here to remind you, again, that nothing could be
- [Communication with Your Children is About Perception](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/communication-with-your-children-is-about-perception-2/) - Communication with Your Children is About Perception Communication is about perception. Oftentimes, though parents try to communicate with their children, the children do not believe that their parents are communicating with them at all. In fact, many times in our HomeWord family seminars, I ask parents and their kids if they believe they are communicating.
- [Is Pursuing Our Passions During Parenthood Selfish?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-pursuing-our-passions-during-parenthood-selfish-2/) - I thought this blog, written by Bethany Adkins, had an important lesson for all of us. Is Pursuing Our Passions During Parenthood Selfish? Becoming a parent is one of the most life altering things that we experience. It is a beautiful, fun-filled journey, but it also comes with much sacrifice. In the early days, we
- [Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/making-the-most-of-your-familys-christmas-4/) - Making the Most of Your Family’s Christmas It’s Christmastime and it’s time to celebrate! But for many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” Why? It’s because the holidays can be hectic, heartbreaking, harrowing, and just plain hard to deal with. In short, the holidays can be a
- [Focus on the Spiritual Life of Your Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/focus-on-the-spiritual-life-of-your-family-2/) - Focus on the Spiritual Life of Your Family Why are most families more proactive with sports and school than we are with the spiritual development of our children? Because focusing on the spiritual life of our families doesn’t come naturally for many, even for those who desperately want that focus. Over the years, I’ve asked
- [Culture Post: Parental Favoritism — Daughters and Responsible Kids Get the Nod](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parental-favoritism-daughters-and-responsible-kids-get-the-nod/) - If you've ever wondered whether your parents secretly had a favorite child, they might have. Parents may be more inclined to confer the "favorite child award" to daughters and children who are agreeable and conscientious, according to a new study.
- [40 Reasons to Avoid Adultery](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/40-reasons-to-avoid-adultery-2/) - This blog, by Daniel Henderson, was originally written for leaders but it is great advice for all. 40 Reasons to Avoid Adultery The enemy delights in the downfall of Christian leaders and works 24/7 in his temptations and snares to bring disrepute to Christ and His people by targeting pastors and other leaders. Moreover, the heartache and
- [Accountability is Key](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/accountability-is-key-2/) - Accountability is Key Do you have a safe place to share your hurts, worries, pain, joys, hope and goals? Is there someone, or a small group of people where you can be totally honest about your life and they can keep you accountable for your life actions? If the answer is yes, you are most
- [Staying Close in Remarriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/staying-close-in-remarriage-3/) - When people ask me a blended family, stepparent or remarriage question, I often tell them to take out a pen and write two words: Ron Deal. Ron is a friend and my go-to person with all things remarriage and step parenting. This blog was written for Family Life a wonderful organization based in Little Rock,
- [Culture Post: How Parents Glued To Their Phones Are Sabotaging Their Child’s Development](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-how-parents-glued-to-their-phones-are-sabotaging-their-childs-development/) - Parents who frequently use phones or tablets around young children may negatively impact their cognitive development, emotional well-being, and behavior.
- [When Strong Winds Blow](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-strong-winds-blow-2/) - Rick Bundschuh is not only a great friend but one of the most inspiring people I know. He is pastor of Kauai Christian Fellowship and has great insight with families as well as battling the “cultural hurricane” we are facing as a world. Rick is not one to stand still and let the things just
- [Supporting Your College Grad in Their Job Search](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/supporting-your-college-grad-in-their-job-search-2/) - This is a really good blog about coming alongside your college student. There are also great words of wisdom for any parent of any age child. Liz did a really good job with this and if you have child anywhere near the age of college, her book, “They’re Ready, Are You?” is an excellent resource.
- [Tuesday Video: Father of the Bride](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-father-of-the-bride/) - This is one of my favorite videos. I love the advice and tribute this father gave to his new son in law at the wedding of his daughter. It’s funny, maybe a bit corny, and incredibly beautiful. One of the more touching videos on my blog in a very long time. Click here for link
- [Tuesday Video: Touching Wedding Speech by Father of the Bride](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-touching-wedding-speech-by-father-of-the-bride/) - This is one of my favorite videos. I love the advice and tribute this father gave to his new son in law at the wedding of his daughter. It’s funny, maybe a bit corny, and incredibly beautiful. One of the more touching videos on my blog in a very long time.
- [Tuesday Video: Like Father Like Son - A Tribute to Fathers](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-like-father-like-son-a-tribute-to-fathers/) - Walter Bond was an NBA basketball player who is now a motivational speaker. This is a most incredible and motivating Father’s Day message. Actually it’s good for mother’s to watch this too.
- [Engaging Critical Conversations About Pornography](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/engaging-critical-conversations-about-pornography-2/) - Parents must do all they can to help their kids navigate dealing with porn. I thought this blog had some excellent thoughts from Christianparenting.org. Hearing the word “porn” can make us want to shout “la la la la” with our fingers in our ears. But with the infiltration of pornography through the digital age, this
- [What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-age-should-parents-teach-their-children-healthy-sexuality/) - What Age Should Parents Teach Their Children Healthy Sexuality? Anytime I speak to parents about teaching their children healthy sexuality, I ask them a question, “Did you receive healthy, positive, values-centered sex education from your parents growing up?” Many times, no one(!) raises their hands or else, it’s just a few at the most! Since
- [Tuesday Video: I'm Not Your Friend, Kid! (Because I Love You.)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-im-not-your-friend-kid-because-i-love-you/) - What mom or dad can’t relate to this fun video?
- [The Stories of Childhood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-stories-of-childhood/) - Kristen Ivy of Orange is brilliant. I love the way she thinks. This was a good post out of the Parent Cue on the Orange website. I love all things Orange. (Hope to see may of you at the Orange Conference in late April…theorangeconference.com) The Stories of Childhood “I can’t live like this anymore!” –
- [16 Ways to Fall in Love All Over Again](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/16-ways-to-fall-in-love-all-over-again/) - Casey and Meygan Caston are wonderfully authentic. They lead a great organization called Marriage365. You can check them out at Marriage365.org. It was that great theologian Vince Lombardi, the long time coach of the Green Bay Packers who said, “When you stray away from the basics, you have gone a long way toward defeat.” In
- [Co-Parenting with Your Ex](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/co-parenting-with-your-ex/) - Co-Parenting with Your Ex If I can be perfectly blunt, co-parenting with your ex might be the most difficult part of the divorce. Some of the people I respect the most in the field of single parenting have moved away from the words “blended family” because it sounds a bit simplistic. Blending families and co-parenting
- [10 Actions That Kids Learn From Their Parent’s Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-actions-that-kids-learn-from-their-parents-marriage/) - 10 Actions That Kids Learn From Their Parent’s Marriage As you probably by now, I love all things Doug Fields. Not only does he speak and write with great content but he is the authentic real deal. Doug practices what he preaches. Doug has lived out this blog in front of his kids. And they
- [The Gift of Listening](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-gift-of-listening/) - The Gift of Listening Laura is a wonderful Marriage and Family Therapist in the Bay Area, as well as a staff member at Community Presbyterian Church, Danville, Ca. Look for her new book coming out soon: Listening will full attention to your mate is the foundation of a loving relationship. More than anything else, it
- [Tuesday Video: A Normal Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-normal-day/) - I love this video about a mom's "normal" day and and her precious daughter's perspective. Don't miss it! Please click here for link to video
- [Hi Jimmy K!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/hi-jimmy-k/) - My daughter, Heidi, was born with a major congenital heart issue. She is one of the most incredible people I know! (Of course, I'm not partial.) Her letter, from her blog, at Project Happy Hearts to comedian Jimmy Kimmel is very inspiring. Hey Jimmy, Thank you…Thank you for always making me laugh, like the knee-slapping,
- [6 Reasons Sarcasm Kills Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-reasons-sarcasm-kills-relationships/) - I love all writing and research from Shaunti Feldhahn. Here is another great blog by her and don’t forget to check out her new book, The Kindness Challenge. There are two types of people in the world: those with the quick zinger and the envious wannabes. I’ve always wished I was more quick-witted at pulling
- [What Motivates Teenagers on Social Media](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-motivates-teenagers-on-social-media/) - I loved this blog that Kara Powell did for ParentCue.Org. Kara is a friend and one of the most brilliant people I know. And, I love, love all things ParentCue.Org. Check more great resources out at their website. What Motivates Teenagers on Social Media Often parents feel like kids are tethered to their phones, constantly
- [What Your Kid Isn't Telling You](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-your-kid-isnt-telling-you/) - Kristen Ivy is one of my favorite communicators in the world of family ministry. This blog is taken from the Parent Cue. It’s one of my favorite resources. Check it out at ParentCue.org What Your Kid Isn't Telling You I was cutting out paper hearts with my four-year-old at the kitchen counter when it happened.
- [Culture Post: U.S. Teen Birth Rate Drops to All-time Low](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-u-s-teen-birth-rate-drops-to-all-time-low/) - In 2016, the teen birth rate dropped 9% compared to the previous year, a new government report found. This record low for teens having babies continues a long-term trend.
- [The Shoebox](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-shoebox/) - Leslie Snyder is a wonderful mom, wife and follower of Jesus. She writes for the daily devotional offered free at HomeWord.com. I loved this illustration of the shoebox, and the faith conversations she wrote at the end of this devotional. The Shoebox In your anger do not sin! Do not let the sun go down
- [How to Get 'Unstuck' in Life](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-get-unstuck-in-life/) - How to Get 'Unstuck' in Life Do you feel stuck in your life? A job? A relationship? Do you sense a lack of purpose? Are you overwhelmed? Confused? Stuck in a rut? If you answered “yes” to any of these feelings, you are not alone. Some of the finest, most talented, intelligent people I know
- [3 One Liners That Make a Huge Difference In Our Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-one-liners-that-make-a-huge-difference-in-our-marriage/) - Ted Lowe is a friend and one of the leaders in the incredible church marriage movement. He has a brand new book out, Your Best Us: Marriage is Easier Than You Think. I love the book and I hope you put it on your reading list. 3 One Liners That Make a Huge Difference In
- [Your Teenager Can Outrun You](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/your-teenager-can-outrun-you/) - If you have followed my blog for any length of time, you will know that one of my favorite writers is Kristen Ivy. Kristen is a key leader and thinker in the Orange movement. I just finished a new book called 'Understanding Your Teen,' coming out in November and I think she is right on
- [Drafting a Family Constitution](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/drafting-a-family-constitution/) - Ted Cunningham is one of the greatest guys I know. He is also one of the funniest communicators. His specialty is marriage and parenting and he pastors a great church, Woodland Hills Family Church in Branson, MO. The Burns family drafted our family constitution when our kids were still in elementary school. It remained on
- [A Successful Marriage Requires Serving Each Other and Falling in Love Again Every Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-successful-marriage-requires-serving-each-other-and-falling-in-love-again-every-day/) - For the next three weeks, every Monday, the blog articles will be taken from Doug Fields and my new book, The First Few Years of Marriage. We love the book and our dream is for couples in their first few years of marriage to build a healthy foundation in their marriage that will last forever.
- [Culture Post: Bad Fad Alert - Hot Water Challenge](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-bad-fad-alert-hot-water-challenge/) - Another viral "challenge" is percolating up into the culture scene. This one is an especially dumb and dangerous "bad fad," known as the "Hot Water Challenge," where teens pour boiling water on their peers (or themselves) or attempt to drink it.
- [Avoiding the Busyness Crash](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/avoiding-the-busyness-crash/) - This is the 3rd of a 3 week series where every Monday, the blog articles will be taken from Doug Fields and my new book, The First Few Years of Marriage. We love the book and our dream is for couples in their first few years of marriage to build a healthy foundation in their
- [Three Key Words Your Kids are Longing to Hear](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/three-key-words-your-kids-are-longing-to-hear/) - I loved this blog that Kara Powell did for ParentCue.Org. Kara is a friend and one of the most brilliant people I know. And, I love, LOVE all things ParentCue.Org. Check more great resources out at their website. Three Key Words Your Kids are Longing to Hear Our friends Dale and Jody have a great
- [How to Guard Your Heart](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-guard-your-heart/) - How to Guard Your Heart To use a sports phrase, “the best offense is a good defense.” This is true in the world of sports but it’s also true when it comes to relationships. One of the most important Bible verses in my life is this: “Guard your heart above all else for it determines
- [What I Learned From My Kids About Serving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-i-learned-from-my-kids-about-serving/) - I just can’t get enough of the great thoughts by my friend Kara Powell. This guest blog and next week bring excellent insight from Kara. These blogs were first written for Parentcue.org. And as I say often, if you haven’t connected with Parentcue.org check out their website. I love all things Parentcue.org. What I Learned
- [How to Get Kids to Look Away from Their Screens and Take Pleasure in Books](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-get-kids-to-look-away-from-their-screens-and-take-pleasure-in-books/) - Last week I was on a beach vacation and I couldn't help but notice the amount of young children almost always connected to their "screens". I wish more parents would take the great advice of this author and encourage their kids to read more books. How to Get Kids to Look Away from Their Screens
- [10 Tips for Parenting Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-tips-for-parenting-adult-children/) - I’m in the middle of writing a book on 'Parenting Adult Children.' When I tell people what I am writing on, it seems like all parents of adult children say something similar to, “I need that book right now!” I thought this little article was very practical and helpful for those adults who find themselves
- [How Do I Know He's "The One"?: 3 Questions to Consider](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-do-i-know-hes-the-one-3-questions-to-consider/) - Jill Slattery is the real deal. She is practical, Biblically-wise and willing to deal with serious issues. I liked this blog on 'How to know if you are in love?'. It is a key questions for singles of all ages and very important for this generation of millennials. How Do I Know He's "The One"?:
- [Keeping the Communication Lines Open](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keeping-the-communication-lines-open/) - Keeping the Communication Lines Open Nobody will listen to you unless they sense that you like them. -Donald Miller My parents when I was 7: “Go to your room!” My parents now: “Come out of your room!” —Paul, age 16 When I speak at parenting conferences, I usually ask parents how many of them are
- [Stop Overindulging Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stop-overindulging-your-children/) - As some of you know, I’m in the midst of writing a book on "Dealing with Adult Children." One of the biggest problems with today’s young adults is a “failure to launch.” Come to find out we will have to stop 'overindulging' our younger children, and help them one day become responsible adults. Jill Rigby has some excellent thoughts in
- [Tuesday Video: Tips for Raising Kids with Disabilities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-tips-for-raising-kids-with-disabilities/) - This is a great video interview with “Truth Bomb Mom,” Kristina Kuzmic, and Zach Anner, a writer for the ABC TV show Speechless. Zach has a disability and although they are talking about parenting kids with disabilities, it’s just GREAT parenting advice. Very fun interview mixed with great wisdom. Click here for link to video
- [12 Habits that Lead to Divorce](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/12-habits-that-lead-to-divorce/) - Dave Willis is my favorite marriage blogger. This was an excellent blog to rethink the way you treat your spouse. 12 Habits that Lead to Divorce Every married couple has exchanged vows which promise “til death do us part,” but for far too many marriages, their dreams of “forever” are crushed by divorce. According to
- [Beth Moore on Sexual Abuse: Why Is the Church Last to Expose and First to Cover?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/beth-moore-on-sexual-abuse-why-is-the-church-last-to-expose-and-first-to-cover/) - Beth Moore is not only one of the finest and most influential Bible Teachers of our day, she is a very courageous person to come out talking about the sexual abuse that occurred in her own life. One out three young women will be sexually abused by age 19 and one out of five/six young
- [Raising a Kind Person](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/raising-a-kind-person/) - I have never in my life met a more strategic person than Reggie Joiner, the founder of Orange. I can never get enough of his content. I love every moment I have spent with him. He inspires me like crazy. I thought this was a really good blog from Reggie on The Parent Cue blog.
- [The Parenting Challenge](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-parenting-challenge/) - Meet Darin Berkley. This blog post is a challenge from Darin to “date your kids monthly.” He has had over 175 dates with his kids and it’s a great challenge. He also has a website called Chalkboardparenting.com. My Story In December 2009, my wife and I found out we were going to have our second
- [Catch Them Doing It Right](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/catch-them-doing-it-right/) - Another great blog from Reggie Joiner. I have never in my life met a more strategic person than Reggie Joiner, the founder of Orange. I can never get enough of his content. I love every moment I have spent with him. He inspires me like crazy. By the way, if you haven’t signed up for the Orange Conference this
- [Preparing Your Kids for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/preparing-your-kids-for-college/) - Preparing Your Kids for College If college is in your kid’s future, understand that there are many ways to pursue a college education without being subjected to a lifetime of debt. For your child, it may mean choosing to attend a community college for the first two years, and then attending an in-state school for
- [Faith Development and Our Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/faith-development-and-our-teens/) - Just like a roller coaster ride, parents of teens must tighten their seat belts and hold on for dear life. At the same time, with an informed understanding of how faith develops in your teen’s life, you’ll be better prepared for the ride, and you never know, you might even find yourself enjoying it along
- [Energizing Your Family’s Spiritual Life:  You Set the Pace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/energizing-your-familys-spiritual-life-you-set-the-pace/) - Energizing Your Family’s Spiritual Life: You Set the Pace Mark Holmen, a family ministry expert, tells a story about his days as a youth worker. He gave the students in his church a questionnaire to fill out in order to establish how much his ministry had influenced their faith. He laughingly says he thought it
- [Tips for Better Communication with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-better-communication-with-your-kids/) - Tips for Better Communication with Your Kids Listen more, talk less. How good of a listener are you with your teen? Even when you are right and they are wrong? Listening is the language of love. The easy route is scolding and lecturing but the results are often not the same or as powerful
- [Pot and Your Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/pot-and-your-teen/) - Mark Gregston is a friend of the ministry of HomeWord. He works with kids at risk. I thought his blog on Pot and Your Teen is well worth reading. Pot and Your Teen Teens live in a confusing world when it comes to marijuana. Pot is more readily available than ever. Many celebrities and athletes,
- [Sexual Abuse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sexual-abuse/) - Sexual abuse is a serious problem, both in North America and all around the world. In the United States, one out of three young women will be sexually abused before they become an adult. Shockingly, one recent study found that one in five females are sexually assaulted in their first year of college.(1) Most of these
- [What It Takes to Raise a Strong-Willed Blessing](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-it-takes-to-raise-a-strong-willed-blessing/) - I liked this blog from Parent Cue on raising a strong-willed child. No one ever said parenting was a breeze. What It Takes to Raise a Strong-Willed Blessing One of my most favorite things about being a parent is picking up my little one, Dylan, from school. I mean, it’s like it’s Christmas and I’m
- [In Marriage, Listening Never Leads to Regrets](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-marriage-listening-never-leads-to-regrets/) - One of the joys of my life is experiencing the amazing communication ability of Doug Fields. He is one of the best I have ever seen. I thought this blog of Doug’s was especially well done on the lost art of listening. So good. In Marriage, Listening Never Leads to Regrets Like most, I have
- [What Can a Parent Do to Energize Faith?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-can-a-parent-do-to-energize-faith/) - What Can a Parent Do to Energize Faith? Spiritual Disciplines and Teens I’ve always been intrigued by the advice Paul gave to his protégé Timothy: “Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness,” (1 Timothy 4:7 NASB). Another Bible version states the advice this way, “Train yourself to be godly” (NIV). Teaching our teenagers spiritual disciplines,
- [Tuesday Video: The Toughest Job in the World](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-toughest-job-in-the-world/) - I know that Mother’s Day was a few weeks ago but this video is a tribute to Mom’s who definitely should be celebrated every day of the year. My intro is a “spoiler alert” but I really hope you will watch this video. Click here for link to video
- [7 Habits That Can Lead to Adultery](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/7-habits-that-can-lead-to-adultery/) - Dave Willis has one of the best blog sites on the Internet for Marriage. He tells it like it is and is always practical and encouraging when it comes to marriage. I really liked this article on Seven Habits That Can Lead to Adultery. 7 Habits That Can Lead to Adultery I recently sat down
- [Culture Post: Social Media Stars Influence Kids, But Parents Still Rule](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-social-media-stars-influence-kids-but-parents-still-rule/) - New research reveals that while more than one-third of kids aged 6-17 consider social media stars to be among their top influencers, they say moms and dads carry the day as their most influential (86%) role models.
- [From Entitled to Empowered: Eight Steps to Combat Entitlement in the Classroom](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-entitled-to-empowered-eight-steps-to-combat-entitlement-in-the-classroom/) - Tim Elmore has great insight in the area of moving kids from being entitled to empowering them. This is a good read. Tim is very insightful on many family issues. From Entitled to Empowered: Eight Steps to Combat Entitlement in the Classroom In part one of this series, I provided evidence for an increased sense of entitlement
- [Culture Post: Teen Crash Risk Highest During First Three Months After Getting Driver's License](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-teen-crash-risk-highest-during-first-three-months-after-getting-drivers-license/) - Teenage drivers are eight times more likely to be involved in a collision or near miss during the first three months after getting a driver's license, compared to the previous three months on a learner's permit.
- [Be Intentional about Investing in Your Own Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Health](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/be-intentional-about-investing-in-your-own-emotional-physical-and-spiritual-health/) - Parenting advice with older children in mind: Part 2 Be Intentional about Investing in Your Own Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Health Brenda and her husband Ted sat in my office totally brokenhearted. Their daughter Lindsay had just moved in with her boyfriend. She had also confessed to something they had long suspected, which was her
- [Negotiating Boundaries with Your Adult Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/negative-boundaries-with-your-adult-children/) - Being a good parent of a young adult requires establishing healthy boundaries for our kids and then holding them accountable. The goal in moving toward responsible adulthood is take the monkey of responsibility off your back and place it squarely on the back of your adult child. This goes right along with the saying, “They
- [Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for Blended Families](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grafting-a-painful-but-beautiful-process-for-blended-families/) - Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for Blended Families Ever wonder what others would write on your grave marker if they had to sum up your life in one sentence? What would they say about you at your funeral? I didn’t know Cheryl Spangler, but I know something about her from what her stepson, Mathew,
- [5 Questions to Ask as You Discipline Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-questions-to-ask-as-you-discipline-your-teenager/) - Doug Fields gives us five key questions to have in mind when we discipline our kids. 5 Questions to Ask as You Discipline Your Teenager When I was growing up and did something I knew that I should not do, my parents would spank me. My dad had an interesting spanking technique. I can remember
- [Why Leaders Fall...and Where It All Begins](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-leaders-fall-and-where-it-all-begins/) - I thought this was a really good and important blog on why leaders fall and it relates to all of us. Why Leaders Fall...and Where It All Begins With great sorrow, we are reminded once again by the news headlines that the enemy has a special target for spiritual leaders. I myself have reflected anew
- [How You Help Your Kids Build Sticky Faith by Showing Your Own](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-you-help-your-kids-build-sticky-faith-by-showing-your-own/) - Kara Powell is one of the key leaders today in youth and family ministry. This blog is a great reminder of demonstrating our faith to our kids in simple, visible ways. How You Help Your Kids Build Sticky Faith by Showing Your Own “Mom, you’re not working out much anymore. You used to work out
- [Showering Your Spouse with Encouragement](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/showering-your-spouse-with-encouragement/) - Showering Your Spouse with Encouragement The only thing that a critical spirit, nagging and negativity bring to a relationship is lack of intimacy. Many people were raised in homes where “shame-based parenting” was the rule rather than the exception. For many, there is a natural tendency to focus on the negative side of life, but
- [Culture Post: Parents Teach Firstborns About Sex, But Not Their Later Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parents-teach-firstborns-about-sex-but-not-their-later-kids/) - Younger siblings are less likely than firstborns to hear about the birds and the bees from their parents, relying on their older brothers and sisters to inform them, a new study suggests.
- [What Are Your Conflict Blocks?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-are-your-conflict-blocks/) - What Are Your Conflict Blocks? Dealing with conflict in appropriate and positive ways is a learned trait. Typically, we’ll begin learning conflict management at about the same time we learn to talk and walk. You may not want to admit it, but you probably apply some of the same patterns your parents used when they
- [100 Remarkable Reasons to Thank God this Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/100-remarkable-reasons-to-thank-god-this-thanksgiving/) - A major part of my life message is practicing “thank therapy” which is daily writing down and voicing reasons why I’m thankful. I thought this was a great resource. 100 Remarkable Reasons to Thank God this Thanksgiving The Place and Timing of Your Birth Thank God for your conception. Thank God for knitting you together
- [Holding on to Hope: 12 Truths for Parents Whose Kids Wander Away From Faith](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/holding-on-to-hope-12-truths-for-parents-whose-kids-wander-away-from-faith/) - Kami Gilmour is a friend and inspiration. This blog brings her story of straying from faith as a young adult, as well hope-filled tips if you have a child who has wandered from their faith. Many parents tell me this is their deepest pain in parenting, yet, Kami brings hope and intentional things we can
- [Rekindling Romance](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/rekindling-romance/) - Rekindling Romance Many couples expect romance to just happen, but we have found that intentionality is the key to rekindling romance. In two places Scripture says, “Husbands, love your wives” (Ephesians 5:25; Colossians 3:19). It’s directed to husbands, but it is the right advice for wives too. As we mentioned earlier, what’s really inspiring is
- [10 Things Kids Learn from Their Parents' Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-things-kids-learn-from-their-parents-marriage/) - In this guest blog, my good friend Doug Fields gives great insight on what our kids can learn from us. Not only does Doug speak and write so well on marriage but I’ve watched him live it out for all of his years with his wife Cathy and their three now adult children. 10 Things
- [Is Your Marriage Drifting or Connected?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-your-marriage-drifting-or-connected/) - Is Your Marriage Drifting or Connected? I used to walk our golden retriever, Hobie, most days early in the morning at the Dana Point Harbor near our home. One day, Hobie and I were strolling along the water and an older couple was walking toward me holding hands. They looked so very happy. Having done
- [Facing Up to Stress, Anxiety, and Depression](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/facing-up-to-stress-anxiety-and-depression/) - Dave Cummings is a professor and a very authentic guy. I wonder how many others are living with “chronic stress” and not even aware of it. I wonder how many of you can identify with his thoughts and experiences with stress, anxiety, and depression. This is a very good blog. Facing Up to Stress, Anxiety,
- [Tuesday Video: Mary Did You Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-mary-did-you-know/) - Merry Christmas! I had the best quiet moment in the midst of a busy season when I took the time to listen to this incredible rendition of Mary Did You Know by the musical group, 7th Ave. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Click here for link to video.
- [Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/family-relationships-are-more-important-than-our-vocation/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation It seems like this conversation happened just yesterday, but it actually happened before Cathy and I had kids. I was a youth pastor at a thriving
- [Practice Positive Adaptability](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practice-positive-adaptability/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Seven: Practice Positive Adaptability One of the most often asked questions I get related to relationships is, “What are key ingredients that make up a successful relationship?” The answer sounds simple but it’s
- [Walking the Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/walking-the-tight-rope-3-ways-to-keep-your-kids-talking-to-you/) - This is a great reminder of how to keep our kids talking with us. Paige is always insightful. You can learn more about her great work at PaigeClingenpeel.com. Walking the Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You! You ever feel like you are trying to figure out your next step, next
- [The Unveiling of a Name](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-unveiling-of-a-name/) - This blog is on generational impact. I write about this in my brand new book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out. The Unveiling of a Name Some memories you just never ever forget. My daughter Christy was pregnant with our first
- [The Do's and Don'ts of Talking with a Child about Death](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-talking-with-a-child-about-death/) - Just this past week I had to help a family and church family with the grief of losing a beloved youth pastor. I came across this blog about helping a child with the death of a loved one and thought it was worth passing it on to you. The Do's and Don'ts of Talking with
- [Practical Ideas for Influencing Your Grandkids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ideas-for-influencing-your-grandkids/) - Practical Ideas for Influencing Your Grandkids There are so many practical ways to influence your grandkids. Here are several ideas to get you started: Be present. Be fun. Be generous. Your presence matters. I call this “the power of being there.” Even if your grandkids are scattered around the country, you can be their digital
- [In-laws, Step Families and The Blend:  Five Tips to Navigate the Relationship](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-laws-step-families-and-the-blend-five-tips-to-navigate-the-relationship/) - In-laws, Step Families and The Blend: Five Tips to Navigate the Relationship As we work through the five tips that follow, keep in mind this principle: “Wear beige and keep your mouth shut.” It effectively summarizes the best approach to navigating and improving a relationship with an in-law. One woman told me, “I’m surprised my
- [Culture Post: Perfect selfies are all over Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. They're killing us](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-perfect-selfies-are-all-over-facebook-instagram-and-snapchat-theyre-killing-us/) - The never-ending pursuit of the perfect selfie continues to reach new heights. Every month in 2019 so far, someone has been critically injured or died while attempting to take a selfie.
- [Just One Thing Your Kids Need to Know About Weed](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/just-one-thing-your-kids-need-to-know-about-weed/) - Jonathan McKee is a youth and family specialist and a friend. In this blog he as some very good thoughts about youth and smoking pot. Don’t miss this one. Just One Thing Your Kids Need to Know About Weed Only 26 percent of high schoolers think marijuana offers risk of harm. In other words, about
- [5 Ways to Kill Warmth in Your Family (and how to rebuild it)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-ways-to-kill-warmth-in-your-family-and-how-to-rebuild-it/) - Kara Powell is one of the finest people I know. I read everything she writes. This was a really good post. 5 Ways to Kill Warmth in Your Family (and how to rebuild it) Math homework. It’s normally not a battleground in our family, but last week, it was. Our youngest’s fifth grade teacher had
- [I'm Not In Love with My Spouse Anymore](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/im-not-in-love-with-my-spouse-anymore/) - Dave Willis gives great insight on what to do if you say or hear someone say, “I’m not in love with my spouse anymore.” On a recent episode of The Naked Marriage Podcast, Ashley and I discussed the common-but-tragic marriage dynamic that occurs when one or both spouses seems to lose interest in the marriage.
- [What Is God Telling You to Do?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-is-god-telling-you-to-do/) - On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus' mother said to him, "They have no more wine." "Dear woman, why do you involve me?" Jesus replied, "My time has
- [15 Probing Questions to Ask Your Kids After School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/15-probing-questions-to-ask-your-kids-after-school/) - I ran across this blog on asking your kids great questions about school. Remember, school is your "child’s workplace” and a major place of influence. You can read more blogs by Andrew at Godlyparent.com For many families, school has either just started or is about to get underway soon. Which means back to the hustle
- [A Letter to My Daughter's Birth Mother](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-letter-to-my-daughters-birth-mother/) - "I loved, loved this letter from a mom who felt very grateful and blessed by the love of the birth mother who she may never meet, had for her daughter. This is a very personal guest blog for me because we adopted our precious daughter, Christy. She came into our lives at 2-days old and
- [Rekindling Romance](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/rekindling-romance-2/) - Husbands, go all out in your love for your wives, exactly as Christ did for the church--a love marked by giving, not getting. --Ephesians 5:25 the message Many couples expect romance to just happen, but we have found that intentionality is the key to rekindling romance. In two places Scripture says, "Husbands, love your wives"
- [In Light of the Recent Suicide of a Megachurch Pastor: The Inside Scoop On Being Married to a Pastor](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-light-of-the-recent-suicide-of-a-megachurch-pastor-the-inside-scoop-on-being-married-to-a-pastor/) - "Lucille Williams is a wonderful person, great writer and wife a pastor. I thought this blog was filled with authenticity and filled with good thoughts about her role.” This past week the suicide of a 30 year old megachurch pastor made national news. National news? Devastating news. Heartbreaking news. Tragic news. He left behind a
- [Waking Up Is A Gift](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/waking-up-is-a-gift/) - This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. —Psalm 118:24 We have a friend who takes people on tours to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, East Africa. She heard our family was going through some tough times this year, and she had no idea how much she ministered
- [7 College Tips for Parents: Adjusting to Parenting An Adult](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/7-college-tips-for-parents-adjusting-to-parenting-an-adult/) - "Here is a great guest blog on 7 college tips for parents adjusting to parenting a young adult. Our good friends at Azusa Pacific put this blog out and I think you will recognize the guy they quoted throughout the article☺.” Starting college isn't just a transition for students. It's an adjustment for parents as
- [This College Basketball Team Banned Smartphones. Now It's in the Final Four](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/this-college-basketball-team-banned-smartphones-now-its-in-the-final-four/) - "HMM…Maybe unplugging from the cell phone and getting some rest is a really, really, good idea. I hope you are doing the same thing with your kids. This article appeared about 10 months ago on a newsfeed but it has some very good insight for any family." Texas Tech men’s basketball team, the parents of
- [Culture Post: 'Tired, Stressed and Bored' - Study Finds Most Teens Hate High School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-tired-stressed-and-bored-study-finds-most-teens-hate-high-school/) - *The following is excerpted from an online article posted on HealthDay. It's supposed to be the best time in your life, but a new study finds that U.S. high school students have mostly negative feelings throughout their school day. Surveying nearly 22,000 students nationwide, researchers found about 75% expressed boredom, anger, sadness, fear or stress.
- [Your Teen Is A Liar](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/your-teen-is-a-liar/) - "Kristen Ivy is one of my favorite people in the Universe. She is a wonderful mom and one of the most strategic thinkers I know. Along with that she is a GREAT writer and leader. This blog is taken from Parentcue.org which is one of the finest parent resources the world has to offer. Check
- [The Unveiling of A Name: Generation to Generation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-unveiling-of-a-name-generation-to-generation/) - Some memories you just never ever forget. My daughter Christy was pregnant with our first grandchild. She had already revealed the sex of the baby months before while Cathy and I were on a vacation in Hawaii. Christy created a box of baby boy items to show us on Facetime as a creative and visual
- [Marriages CAN Be Happy For A Lifetime!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/marriages-can-be-happy-for-a-lifetime/) - "Here are some GREAT thoughts on marriage from one of my favorite authors, Shaunti Feldhahn." Last weekend, watching the Super Bowl, I was struck by two things: First, of course, is that my childhood football team won! (I was born in Kansas City, and even though I didn’t grow up there, my Grandpa had season
- [What I Learned from My Kids About Serving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-i-learned-from-my-kids-about-serving-2/) - "Here is another great blog from the parentcue.org by Kara Powell. Worth the short read." I’ve been making a big mistake with my previous short-term mission trips. I’ve always thought of them more as group experiences rather than individual journeys for each kid. It’s easy to do when you’ve got 32 college students for a
- [Be The Hero In Your Family's Faith Journey](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/be-the-hero-in-your-familys-faith-journey/) - "I love this great reminder that parents are the heroes and leaders in their families faith journey. Jim Rosene leads a wonderful ministry called Kids Around The World. Their newest addition to this wonderful ministry is KIDStory@home. Be sure and check it out here. Great stuff." You are the hero in your family’s faith journey!
- [The Priority of Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-priority-of-children/) - The Priority of Children Your job as a parent is a calling from God. It is more important than your vocation, bank account, education or even your own happiness. Besides your relationship with God Himself, your relationship with your children is primary; your influence and impact on them will, no doubt, be your greatest legacy.
- [Practical Ideas for Spending Time with Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ideas-for-spending-time-with-your-children/) - I’ve often said that “your children regard your presence as a sign of caring and connectedness.” Sometimes we get distracted and so preoccupied with the urgent that we miss the most important. And right up there at the top of the list is spending quality time with our kids and grandkids. Take a moment with
- [Three Reasons You Shouldn’t Call Your Teenager A Tech Addict](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/three-reasons-you-shouldnt-call-your-teenager-a-tech-addict/) - "This is another great blog from the Fuller Youth Institute on the tech world and kids. If you want more insight I recommend the book, Every Parent’s Guide to Navigating Our Digital World. The book is written by Brad Griffin (the author of this blog), Kara Powell and Art Bamford. They are key leaders in
- [Creating Warmth (part 3 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-warmth-part-3-of-5/) - This is part 3 of a 5-part series For your family to have a sense of AWE, create a home environment of warmth and affection. You may be saying, “But you don’t understand what my spouse is like” or “My adolescent isn’t exactly the perfect example of love, affection and devotion.” I’m sure you’re right;
- [6 Questions To Maximize Your Leadership Energy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-questions-to-maximize-your-leadership-energy/) - This was an excellent piece on leadership and all of us are leaders in one way or another. Some leaders seem to bring more energy to the mix than others. Leadership energy is more about intentionality than personality. Yes, some leaders have bigger personalities than others, but there is much more to leadership than charisma,
- [Giving Encouragement (part 4 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/giving-encouragement-part-4-of-5/) - This is part 4 of a 5-part series When you encourage your children and your spouse, you have the unique ability to make them feel special. Parakaleo, the New Testament Greek word for “encourage,” or “exhort,” can also be translated “call to one’s side,” “strengthen,” “instruct” and “teach.” 2 Exhortation is not just about positive
- [How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-handle-a-perfectionistic-spouse/) - Beth Steffaniak is a friend and good blogger about marriage. She has an excellent website with more great articles, Messymarriage.com. How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse The desire to be perfect or to have a perfect mate and marriage is something I see a lot in the couples I counsel, as well as in the marriages of
- [Five Tips to Eliminate Stress in Your Home](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-tips-to-eliminate-stress-in-your-home/) - Families are in need of more calm and less stress! The breathless pace we’re living in is tearing families apart. Still, there is something that can be done about the stress you and your family experiences. A lot of stress can be removed if you make the tough choices necessary to gain control over your
- [How Cooking Can Bring Your Family Closer Together](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-cooking-can-bring-your-family-closer-together/) - I must admit I had never once thought about cooking a meal as something to bring your family closer together until I read Tim Frechette’s blog. It made sense. It’s one more great idea to build a family bond. Here is my only suggestion, start by making cookies and then graduate to the other stuff☺.
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 2](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-2/) - (This is part 2 of a seven-part series) Lack of information Since the days of Moses, God has given the primary responsibility of teaching and training children to the parents: These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at
- [Raise Your Kids So They’re Not Self-Reliant](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/raise-your-kids-so-theyre-not-self-reliant/) - I loved this blog by Susan Narjala. She is from India and lived 10 years in Oregon. Her thoughts on teaching our children to trust God is definitely worth the read. Excellent writer. Did you do a double-take when you read the title of this article? I wouldn’t blame you. It’s an odd title. It
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 3](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-3/) - (This is part 3 of a seven-part series) Sex and Sexuality Your children deserve honest, open, blunt and unashamedly biblical answers in the area of sex and sexuality. Cathy and I often went back to the list we made at our six-month meeting and then looked for informal times and teachable moments to introduce the
- [Life Simplified](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/life-simplified/) - Allen Webster is one of my favorite people. Allen is the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) East San Gabriel Area Director. Allen and his wonderful wife Janelle have two boys and they live in Upland, CA. Allen and Janelle are also the social media experts for HomeWord. I loved this simple yet profound message. I
- [Culture Post: A Child’s Tween Years Are the Most Difficult for Mothers](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-a-childs-tween-years-are-the-most-difficult-for-mothers/) - New research finds that a child's middle school years are most likely to be the period of parenthood when a mother battles emotional and mental difficulties.
- [5 Truths Every Parent of a Virtual Learner Needs to Hear](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-truths-every-parent-of-a-virtual-learner-needs-to-hear/) - Even just a year ago, who would have thought parents would be juggling virtual learning with their kids, along with all the other major parenting issues. I thought this blog from my good friends at ParentCue.org was really well done. I was sitting on the couch in my living room when I heard the news
- [Tuesday Video: The Unique Connection](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-unique-connection/) - Pandora released a powerfully emotional ad about the special bond between moms and their children, and it hit parents right in the feels. Click here for link to video
- [The Damage of Crisis-Mode Living](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-damage-of-crisis-mode-living/) - The Damage of Crisis-Mode Living Crisis-mode living is when you spend almost every waking moment trying to figure out how to keep all your plates spinning in the air. In crisis mode, you keep running faster and faster, from project to project, deadline to deadline, quota to quota, meeting to meeting, folding laundry to carpool
- [Tuesday Video: Love is a Gift - A Christmas Short Film](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-love-is-a-gift-a-christmas-short-film/) - This is a beautiful and very moving short story of a mom and her son…. Click here for link to video
- [My Advent Adventure](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/my-advent-adventure/) - I have a new friend, Mick Silva. He is my new editor for a book I have coming out called Have Serious Fun And 12 Other Principles to Make Each Day Count. We have a common like for a writer named Anne Lamott. She is a born-again Christian who is a bit irreverent on a
- [Five 2021 New Year's Resolutions Your Family Can Live With](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-2021-new-years-resolutions-your-family-can-live-with/) - "I thought Jim Liebelt’s thoughts on these family New Year’s resolutions were a really good reminder that this is the time to make some healthy adjustments to our family actions. Happy New Year!" It’s been said that a New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. Maybe this is
- [20 Things We Learned in 2020](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/20-things-we-learned-in-2020/) - As you probably know, I love all things at ParentCue.org. This is a very helpful blog from a wonderful woman, Holly Crawshaw, who has a great perspective on 2020. Look. It’s okay to be ready for 2020 to be over. It’s been a crazy year—one filled with experiences and challenges that none of us could
- [Listening—A Language of Love](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/listening-a-language-of-love/) - One of the greatest gifts you can offer your children is the gift of listening. When you listen, you show that they have great value to you. My problem is that when my children are wrong or have a poor attitude, I want to immediately correct them instead of honor them by simply listening. A
- [It's Just A Phase ... Don't Miss It](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/its-just-a-phase-dont-miss-it/) - If you know me, you know I am a major fan of the Orange Ministry based in the Atlanta area. Kristen Ivy is the new President of Orange and a friend. She has done extensive research and writing in the area of “It’s Just a Phase.” If you are unfamiliar with all that Orange offers
- [Rate Your Family IQ (Intimacy Quotient)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/rate-your-family-iq-intimacy-quotient/) - I like doing questionnaires like this one. IQ stands for "Intimacy Quotient". Remember, intimacy means connection. How close is your family? Dolores Curran, author of Traits of a Healthy Family, evaluates 15 traits necessary to make healthy families.1 The following questionnaire is adapted from her research. Our family has used it to help us evaluate
- [3 Key Words Your Kids Are Longing to Hear](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-key-words-your-kids-are-longing-to-hear/) - I loved this blog by Kara Powell. Kara is one of the key thought leaders in the youth and family ministry movement. She is at the top of the list of people I respect and admire in our field. *Portions of this blog post are adapted from “The Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family” by Kara
- [Walking The Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/walking-the-tight-rope-3-ways-to-keep-your-kids-talking-to-you-2/) - This is a great reminder of how to keep our kids talking with us. Paige is always insightful. You can learn more about her great work at PaigeClingenpeel.com. Walking the Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You! You ever feel like you are trying to figure out your next step, next
- [Play Produces Affirmation and Support](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/play-produces-affirmation-and-support/) - Play Produces Affirmation and Support We know instinctively that play produces family togetherness and support. We know that when we play together, we have a deeper sense of belonging and community in the family. Parents must proactively work at making a sense of belonging and community one of their key goals for family togetherness. The
- [Connecting with Your Graduate When They Leave for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/connecting-with-your-graduate-when-they-leave-for-college/) - This blog is from two of my absolute favorites: Dr. Kara Powell and and Parent Cue. If you want help for your parenting, you can’t get enough of Kara and Parent Cue. I love that Kara is research oriented but ever so practical and Parent Cue is filled with blogs and so much more from
- [Waking Up is a Gift](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/waking-up-is-a-gift-2/) - This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. –Psalm 118:24 We have a friend who takes people on tours to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, East Africa. She heard our family was going through some tough times this year, and she had no idea how much she
- [Raising A Kind Person](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/raising-a-kind-person-2/) - I have never in my life met a more strategic person than Reggie Joiner, the founder of Orange. I can never get enough of his content. I love every moment I have spent with him. He inspires me like crazy. I thought this was a really good blog from Reggie on The Parent Cue blog.
- [Love Your Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/love-your-spouse/) - Love Your Spouse The more a marriage is spirited and sporting, the better off for the kids. It’s impossible to have a healthy family without a healthy marriage. One of the best gifts parents can bequeath to children is the example of two people in love bound together in a vibrant covenant relationship. —Leonard Sweet,
- [A New Look at Today’s Teenagers](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-new-look-at-todays-teenagers/) - As you might know, I think everything Kara Powell says or writes is wonderful. Kara and Brad Griffin have a new book out called, 3 Big Questions That change Every Teenager. It looks great and I have put a link at the end of this blog for you to check out the book. A New
- [How Can I Get My High Schooler to Open Up to Me?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-can-i-get-my-high-schooler-to-open-up-to-me/) - I love this blog. It’s a topic that every parent has asked if they have teenagers. Autumn Ward has lived through it with her own life and gives you some great advice and insight. How Can I Get My High Schooler to Open Up to Me? My husband and I have three children—ages 23, 21,
- [A Word to Single Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-word-to-single-parents/) - A Word to Single Parents When I speak at single parents’ groups, I am reminded of what incredible people single parents are and the extra load they carry. Parenting is tough enough with two people, let alone with only one. I’d like to share with you a story from the Bible: Moses and the Israelites
- [Showing Up Is Enough](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/showing-up-is-enough/) - Sarah Bragg is an incredible writer, mom and all-around great person. I love her perspective in this blog. Also, don’t forget to take a look at her wonderful new book, A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith, and Myself, and visit her website at SarahBragg.com Showing Up Is Enough
- [From a College Freshman to a High School Freshman: 9 Solid Pieces of Advice](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-a-college-freshman-to-a-high-school-freshman-9-solid-pieces-of-advice/) - This blog includes some GREAT advice for any young person. Read it and perhaps pass on the advice to someone you know who could use it. From A College Freshman to a High School Freshman: 9 Solid Pieces of Advice The college domino effect started a few years ago in our house. With five kids,
- [What Are Your Conflict Blocks?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-are-your-conflict-blocks-2/) - What Are Your Conflict Blocks? Dealing with conflict in appropriate and positive ways is a learned trait. Typically, we’ll begin learning conflict management at about the same time we learn to talk and walk. You may not want to admit it, but you probably apply some of the same patterns your parents used when they
- [Culture Post: Stressed Teens Benefit From Coping Online, But Less is More](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-stressed-teens-benefit-from-coping-online-but-less-is-more/) - Teenagers who spend a few hours online after a stressful experience fare better than those who frequently use this strategy or not at all a study published in the journal Clinical Psychological Science has found.
- [What Your Kid Isn't Telling You](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-your-kid-isnt-telling-you-2/) - Kristen Ivy is one of my favorite people in the universe. She is President of Orange and a great thinker. I thought this blog was very important concept for all of us. You can find so many other great blogs and more at Parentcue.org. I was cutting out paper hearts with my four-year-old at the
- [A Baby and a Drunk](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-baby-and-a-drunk/) - I love this story. It brings me joy and yes, a bit of shame about the way I sometimes look at people. If only we could love like a child loves…. A Baby and A Drunk We were the only family with children in the restaurant. I sat Erik in a high chair. Suddenly Erik
- [Independent Dependents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/independent-dependents/) - I love this mom’s perspective on allowing her kids to grow up and launch toward adulthood. It’s a joy and a struggle and Lisa Tyson describes it so well. Independent Dependents I remember the moment like it was yesterday. I was standing on the porch of my house holding my five-day-old son. My husband was
- [Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/family-relationships-are-more-important-than-our-vocation-2/) - Family Relationships Are More Important Than Our Vocation It seems like this conversation happened just yesterday, but it actually happened before Cathy and I had kids. I was a youth pastor at a thriving church and one night after a great youth group meeting we went to get something to eat. Cathy’s lip began to
- [6 Ways to Encourage Your Peers In Their Walk With God](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-ways-to-encourage-your-peers-in-their-walk-with-god/) - I like Sara’s peer advice. It’s sound and solid thinking from a young person. 6 Ways to Encourage Your Peers in Their Walk With God How can I encourage my peers to follow Jesus? Have you ever asked this question? I know I have. Throughout my years of following Christ, I’ve struggled with watching many
- [How One Southern Phrase Can Change Marriages Everywhere](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-one-southern-phrase-can-change-marriages-everywhere/) - Another great blog from Ted Lowe. I love how he communicates, keeps his marriage advice practical. Plus, he has the coolest Southern accent in the country. Don't miss this great advice from one of America's finest marriage experts. You can learn more from Ted at MarriedPeople.org. How One Southern Phrase Can Change Marriages Everywhere I
- [Culture Post: A Mother’s Stress Impacts Their Child’s Mental Health and Vice Versa](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-a-mothers-stress-impacts-their-childs-mental-health-and-vice-versa/) - In a new study, researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston report a two-way relationship between a mother’s and their children’s mental health.
- [Thoughts from Room 387](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/thoughts-from-room-387/) - John Coulombe is an incredibly wise person and I loved his insights from room 387 in the hospital. This blog is from the Legacy Coalition. They are a wonderful organization promoting God-honoring grandparenting. This blog is really for any parent of any age. Thoughts from Room 387 While lying in a hospital bed at St.
- [You’d Better Have An Answer!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/youd-better-have-an-answer/) - Bob Shank is one of my heroes. Not only is he one of the most influential ministry leaders I know, he has touched the lives of so many of the people who have touched my life. I love how he thinks, how he communicates and I loved this blog. You’d Better Have An Answer True
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Always Keep Responsible Adulthood in Mind as the Goal](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-always-keep-responsible-adulthood-in-mind-as-the-goal/) - I’ve been overwhelmed by the positive results and comments on my book Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out. For some reason it struck a nerve with thousands of people. I’ve even had parents of young children read the message and tell me it was helpful preparation.
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: The Five Big Questions](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-the-five-big-questions/) - In the next 5 weeks I want to look at 5 big questions that will help you navigate your relationship with your adult children and prepare you if you have teenagers. Question #1 Have you given your child the passport to adulthood? Letting go of a mindset is seldom easy. Everything inside us as parents
- [10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-truths-middle-schoolers-should-know/) - This is a very insightful and well written blog for anyone with any age child but especially middle schoolers. I love this age but then again, maybe I never grew up. 10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know It’s rare to hear anyone say they loved middle school. Even people with positive memories never tout it
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Questions 4 and 5](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-questions-4-and-5/) - 5 Big Questions Question #4 Are You Communicating with Your Adult Kids on an Adult Level? As your role with your adult children changes, so should the way you communicate with them. We must let go of our desires and expectations. One of the most helpful phrases for doing life with your adult children is
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Express Your Expectations; Have An Honest Discussion about Money](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-express-your-expectations/) - Two more thoughts about reinventing your relationship with your adult children and teens. Express Your Expectations. It’s quite possible they left your home as teenagers or at least as very young emerging adults, but now they are coming home as adults. You need to treat them as such and be respectful of their change in
- [From Ashes to Beauty: My Story of Infertility and Adoption](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-ashes-to-beauty-my-story-of-infertility-and-adoption/) - I love this story of the joy of adoption. Cathy and I had a very similar story dealing with infertility for years and the complete joy of adopting our first born, Christy. Maybe there is someone in your world who needs this blog of hope. By the way, ChristianParenting.org is doing a wonderful job supplying
- [Have Serious Fun: This Cancer Survivor's Secret to a Meaningful Life](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/have-serious-fun-this-cancer-survivors-secret-to-a-meaningful-life/) - This article appeared in CopingMag.com. When I wrote the book Have Serious Fun and 12 Other Principles to Make Your Life Count, I didn’t realize the very large and strong cancer community in the United States would pick up on the principles like it did. CopingMag.com is an excellent outreach for anyone who has experienced
- [You Can Trust Her—Your Body](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/you-can-trust-her-your-body/) - Sarah Bragg is such a wonderful and authentic mom. I loved this blog about weight. It’s a great reminder of getting our priorities right. This blog is an excerpt from her awesome book, A Mother’s Guide Raising Herself. You can get a copy of the book on Amazon or on SarahBragg.com. You Can Trust Her—Your
- [The Gift of Listening](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-gift-of-listening-2/) - Laura is a wonderful Marriage and Family Therapist in the Bay Area and clinical supervisor at Community Presbyterian Church in Danville, CA. You can learn more about Laura by visiting her website LauraTaggart.com. The Gift of Listening Listening with full attention to your mate is the foundation of a loving relationship. More than anything else,
- [The Empty Nest: What Now?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-what-now/) - The Empty Nest: What Now? I like how American humorist Erma Bombeck puts it: “When mothers talk about depression of the empty nest, they’re not mourning the passing of all those towels on the floor, or the music that numbs your teeth, or the bottle of capless shampoo dribbling down the shower drain. They’re upset
- [The Empty Nest: What Will It Take to Thrive in an Empty Nest?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-what-will-it-take-to-thrive-in-an-empty-nest/) - The Empty Nest: What Will It Take to Thrive in an Empty Nest? Rather than getting caught up in the gloom of empty nesting, embrace the freedom to reinvent or recalibrate your life. One woman who was clearly missing her old role as day-to-day mom told me, “My time is much more my own than
- [Tuesday Video: Tips for Raising Kids with Disabilities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-7/) - This is a great video interview with “Truth Bomb Mom,” Kristina Kuzmic, and Zach Anner, a writer for the ABC TV show Speechless. Zach has a disability and although they are talking about parenting kids with disabilities, it’s just GREAT parenting advice. Very fun interview mixed with great wisdom. Click here for link to video
- [6 Reasons Sarcasm Kills Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-reasons-sarcasm-kills-relationships-2/) - I love all writing and research from Shaunti Feldhahn. Here is a great blog from her. 6 Reasons Sarcasm Kills Relationships There are two types of people in the world: those with the quick zinger and the envious wannabes. I’ve always wished I was more quick-witted at pulling out the perfect sarcastic remark when joking
- [Culture Post: Experiencing Parental Domestic Violence as a Child Linked to Mental Illness in Adulthood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-experiencing-parental-domestic-violence-as-a-child-linked-to-mental-illness-in-adulthood/) - New research from the University of Toronto reports roughly one-fifth of adults who experienced chronic parental domestic violence during childhood went on to develop a major depressive disorder in adulthood.
- [Culture Post: Mothers Spend 97 Hours Weekly on Parenting Tasks — Equivalent to Six-Figure Job!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-mothers-spend-97-hours-weekly-on-parenting-tasks-equivalent-to-six-figure-job/) - According to a survey of 2,000 mothers raising school-aged children (ages 5 to 18), moms spend nearly 100 hours a week on parenting tasks — even if it means sacrificing sleep and “me time.”
- [Life in the Empty Nest: Doing Things Together is Sexy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/life-in-the-empty-nest-doing-things-together-is-sexy/) - Life in the Empty Nest: Doing Things Together is Sexy Be purposeful about connection with your spouse. I love what Mary Jenson writes about her empty-nest marriage: “The kids are gone, the dogs are dead, and Ron and I are dating again.”[1] Obviously, it’s sad about the dogs, and I’m sure she had to work
- [How To Get "Unstuck" in Life](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-get-unstuck-in-life-2/) - How to Get ‘Unstuck’ in Life Do you feel stuck in your life? A job? A relationship? Do you sense a lack of purpose? Are you overwhelmed? Confused? Stuck in a rut? If you answered “yes” to any of these feelings, you are not alone. Some of the finest, most talented, intelligent people I know
- [Find Your "Thin Places"](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/find-your-thin-places/) - Find Your "Thin Places" A thin place is a holy space where you encounter God’s presence. It’s a place where the boundary between heaven and earth is especially thin. No one really knows where the term originated, but I’ve heard it said that the first time it was uttered, it almost certainly was spoken with
- [Creating Revolutionaries](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-revolutionaries/) - Rick Bundschuh is one of the most inspirational people I know. I love this blog about the needs of mentors for kids. When Rick was young, he was fortunate enough to have a mentor who helped mold him into an effective Christian Ministry Revolutionary. As a parent, I hope you are looking for mentors for
- [Use Your Gifts to Serve and Make a Difference](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/use-your-gifts-to-serve-and-make-a-difference/) - Use Your Gifts to Serve and Make a Difference By the time you begin thinking about finishing well, you have finally become comfortable knowing what your gifts are and how you could make a difference in the world. Making a difference doesn’t have to be a big thing, but people who finish well have learned
- [How to Find Joy in the Midst of Chaos](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-find-joy-in-the-midst-of-chaos/) - More great thoughts from ParentCue.org. This time on how to find joy in the midst of chaos. Who doesn’t need to read this blog? You will find it very helpful. How to Find Joy in the Midst of Chaos Our world is currently experiencing an unprecedented time. The uncertainty and unknowns are causing anxiousness and
- [The Value of Small Groups](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-value-of-small-groups/) - The Value of Small Groups When Wendy and Carl joined a couples’ “life group” at their church, they had no idea it would become their lifeline. Wendy was more excited than Carl about joining the group, meeting new friends, and building deeper community. Their last child had just moved out of the house, and Carl
- [The Art of Confrontation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-art-of-confrontation/) - I subscribe to Dr. Henry Cloud’s Boundaries.me. I think he is one of the greatest Christian thinkers of our day. I know him. I believe in his mission big time. This blog especially hit me as I’ve dealt with a number of people recently checking in with HomeWord on this subject. I encourage you to
- [A Successful Marriage Requires Serving Each Other and Falling in Love Again Every Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-successful-marriage-requires-serving-each-other-and-falling-in-love-again-every-day-2/) - A Successful Marriage Requires Serving Each Other and Falling in Love Again Every Day I (Doug) remember the exact moment I looked into the eyes of my own Cathy and knew it was love. It was a powerful and transforming moment. It was the same for Jim. If you want a healthy marriage, you must
- [How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragedy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-tragedy/) - Every time there is a tragedy in our world which seems to be happening more and more often, people write us at HomeWord and ask for help. Carey Nieuwhof is one of North America’s greatest thinkers for leaders in the church. I loved this blog. How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragedy The news
- [100 Remarkable Reasons to Thank God this Thanksgiving](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/100-remarkable-reasons-to-thank-god-this-thanksgiving-2/) - I’m always amazed at the power of focusing on reasons I’m thankful. I call it “thank therapy.” I love this simple post and it motivated me to write out my own personal reasons why I am thankful. Happy Thanksgiving and may our thanksgiving be more than a day but rather a lifestyle. 100 Remarkable Reasons
- [Long Distance Grandparenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/long-distance-grandparenting/) - Long Distance Grandparenting Words cannot adequately express the joy grandkids bring us and the sadness we so often feel when they live far away from us. When we experience what my friend Wayne Rice calls the “distance dilemma,” it does take more time, energy, and creativity to stay close with our grandkids. He also says
- [5 Ways to Support Your Kids During Scary Times](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-ways-to-support-your-kids-during-scary-times/) - If you subscribe to my blog, you most likely know that I love all things Parent Cue from Orange. I’m also becoming a fan of Dr. Chinwé Williams and her writing. We found this blog at Parent Cue and love what Dr. Williams wrote about supporting your kids during scary times. More great blogs and
- [Tuesday Video: Mary, Did You Know? - 7th Ave](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-mary-did-you-know-7th-ave/) - I had the best quiet moment in the midst of a busy season when I took the time to listen to this incredible rendition of Mary Did You Know by the musical group, 7th Ave. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
- [The Parable of the Birds](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-parable-of-the-birds/) - I love this story of the Parable of the Birds. We read it to our family around Christmas as a wonderful reminder that God came to earth in the form of a baby to show the world his glory, love, and salvation. Joy to the world. The Parable of the Birds Now the man to
- [Three One Liners That Make a Huge Difference In Our Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-one-liners-that-make-a-huge-difference-in-our-marriage-2/) - I love marriage expert Ted Lowe’s advice. He is always practical and helpful. This was a simple but not easy blog that I loved. Especially point two, “Do you want me to fix it or feel it.” Marriedpeople.org is a great resource for you. If you don’t know about it check it out. When I
- [Catch Them Doing It Right](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/catch-them-doing-it-right-2/) - Here is a great blog from Reggie Joiner. I have never in my life met a more strategic person than Reggie Joiner, the founder of Orange. I can never get enough of his content. I love every moment I have spent with him. He inspires me like crazy. By the way, if you haven’t signed
- [How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-handle-a-perfectionistic-spouse-2/) - Beth Steffaniak is a friend and good blogger about marriage. She has an excellent website with more great articles, Messymarriage.com. How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse The desire to be perfect or to have a perfect mate and marriage is something I see a lot in the couples I counsel, as well as in the
- [What It Takes to Raise a Strong-Willed Blessing](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-it-takes-to-raise-a-strong-willed-blessing-2/) - I liked this blog from Parent Cue on raising a strong-willed child. No one ever said parenting was a breeze. What It Takes to Raise a Strong-Willed Blessing One of my most favorite things about being a parent is picking up my little one, Dylan, from school. I mean, it’s like it’s Christmas and I’m
- [10 Reasons Why You Should Get Away Without the Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-reasons-why-you-should-get-away-without-the-kids/) - This article just came out at FamilyLife.com. I loved it. They have so many helpful articles. Be sure and get connected to all they are doing to help families succeed. 10 Reasons Why You Should Get Away Without the Kids We leaned over the railing of the cruise ship balcony and realized life as we
- [Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for Blended Families](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grafting-a-painful-but-beautiful-process-for-blended-families-2/) - When people ask me about blended family issues, I give them two words: Ron Deal. I view Ron as the nations top authority on step parenting and blended families. I really like this blog. If you don’t need it, perhaps there is someone in your world who does. Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for
- [Mothers with No Babies to Hold](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/mothers-with-no-babies-to-hold/) - I’m one of the most fortunate people alive because I had a most wonderful mother who I often try to pattern my life after. Also, my wife, Cathy, is an amazing mother to our children. There was a time during the first 10 years of our marriage where Mother’s Day was a bit rough for
- [Showering Your Spouse with Encouragement](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/showering-your-spouse-with-encouragement-2/) - Showering Your Spouse with Encouragement The only thing that a critical spirit, nagging and negativity bring to a relationship is lack of intimacy. Many people were raised in homes where “shame-based parenting” was the rule rather than the exception. For many, there is a natural tendency to focus on the negative side of life, but
- [Practice Positive Adaptability](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practice-positive-adaptability-2/) - Practice Positive Adaptability One of the most often asked questions I get related to relationships is, “What are key ingredients that make up a successful relationship?” The answer sounds simple but it’s definitely not always easy. I don’t think anyone really believes there is a magic wand or secret formula. Relationships can be complicated. However,
- [How to Guard Your Heart](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-guard-your-heart-2/) - How to Guard Your Heart To use a sports phrase, “the best offense is a good defense.” This is true in the world of sports but it’s also true when it comes to relationships. One of the most important Bible verses in my life is this: “Guard your heart above all else for it determines
- [Practical Ideas for Influencing Your Grandkids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ideas-for-influencing-your-grandkids-2/) - Practical Ideas for Influencing Your Grandkids There are so many practical ways to influence your grandkids. Here are several ideas to get you started: Be present. Be fun. Be generous. Your presence matters. I call this “the power of being there.” Even if your grandkids are scattered around the country, you can be their digital
- [The Do’s and Don’ts of Talking with a Child about Death](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-talking-with-a-child-about-death-2/) - I came across this blog about helping a child with the death of a loved one and thought it was worth passing it on to you. The Do’s and Don’ts of Talking with a Child about Death It’s never easy to deal with death. As adults, it overwhelms us. And it’s even harder for children
- [7 College Tips for Parents: Adjusting to Parenting An Adult](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/7-college-tips-for-parents-adjusting-to-parenting-an-adult-2/) - “Here is a great guest blog on 7 college tips for parents adjusting to parenting a young adult. Azusa Pacific put this blog out and I think you will recognize the guy they quoted throughout the article.” 7 College Tips for Parents: Adjusting to Parenting An Adult Starting college isn’t just a transition for students.
- [15 Probing Questions to Ask Your Kids After School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/15-probing-questions-to-ask-your-kids-after-school-2/) - I came across this blog and thought it was worth passing it on to you. 15 Probing Questions to Ask Your Kids After School For many families, school has either just started or is about to get underway soon. Which means back to the hustle and bustle of getting up early, getting back into a
- [5 Keys to Successful Christian Dating](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-keys-to-successful-christian-dating/) - One of my favorite people in the universe is Dr. Ryan Montague. Not only is he a fun guy to hang around with, he is an incredibly gifted communicator. For the next two weeks we are posting his two blogs on relationships. I love his work with Christian dating, and today’s blog is on 5
- [The Secret Ingredient for Having a Close Relationship with Your Kid](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-secret-ingredient-for-having-a-close-relationship-with-your-kid/) - Ted Lowe is one of my all-time favorite people. He is a great writer, communicator and thinker. I loved what he had to say about developing a closer relationship with our children. Wise counsel. The Secret Ingredient for Having a Close Relationship with Your Kid We’ve all been there: we look at our kid or
- [Helping My Middle and High Schooler Manage Their Emotions](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/helping-my-middle-and-high-schooler-manage-their-emotions/) - Kayla Lin did a great job with this blog for helping parents help their kids deal with emotions. This blog is from Parentcue.org and their blogs are great. Helping My Middle and High Schooler Manage Their Emotions As a counselor for teenagers, I see and hear a lot of stuff. But I bet you wouldn’t
- [Tuesday Video: The GoKart](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-gokart/) - This is such a beautiful story of Christmas. “Christmas is made not bought.” In the busyness of the season take a moment to watch this video and share it with your family.
- [3 Conversations Every Parent Is Scared Of](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/3-conversations-every-parent-is-scared-of/) - Once again our friends at ParentCue.org did a great job with this blog. 3 Conversations Every Parent is Scared Of One day you’re holding a new baby—toes in your hand and a little noggin’ tucked in the crook of your elbow. The next thing you know that baby is running past you, full of opinions,
- [Five 2024 New Year’s Resolutions Your Family Can Live With](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-2024-new-years-resolutions-your-family-can-live-with/) - These are 5 great New Year's resolutions we can all make happen and be much better off for doing them. Jim Liebelt, part of our HomeWord team, has suggested some very helpful ideas. Five New Year's Resolutions Your Family Can Live With It’s been said that a New Year’s resolution is something that goes in
- [Keeping the Communication Lines Open](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keeping-the-communication-lines-open-2/) - Keeping the Communication Lines Open Nobody will listen to you unless they sense that you like them. —Donald Miller My parents when I was 7: “Go to your room!” My parents now: “Come out of your room!” —Paul, age 16 When I speak at parenting conferences, I usually ask parents how many of them are
- [Worried About Your Teenagers’ Mental Health? part 1](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/worried-about-your-teenagers-mental-health-part-1/) - I respect Kara Powell as much as any Christian leader in the USA. Today, there is an epidemic of kids struggling with mental health issues. No, it’s not easy being a kid today. I think Kara did her usual great job helping us with our kids' mental health by asking the key questions. This is
- [Culture Post: How Does Playtime Shape a Toddler’s Brain Development?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-how-does-playtime-shape-a-toddlers-brain-development/) - Playing is crucial for enhancing a toddler’s brain development, according to a leading child development expert.
- [The Unveiling of A Name: Generation to Generation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-unveiling-of-a-name-generation-to-generation-2/) - The Unveiling of a Name: Generation to Generation Some memories you just never ever forget. My daughter Christy was pregnant with our first grandchild. She had already revealed the sex of the baby months before while Cathy and I were on a vacation in Hawaii. Christy created a box of baby boy items to show
- [Be The Hero In Your Family’s Faith Journey](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/be-the-hero-in-your-familys-faith-journey-2/) - “I love this great reminder that parents are the heroes and leaders in their families faith journey. Jim Rosene leads a wonderful ministry called Kids Around The World. Their newest addition to this wonderful ministry is KIDStory@home. Be sure and check it out here. Great stuff.” You are the hero in your family’s faith journey!
- [The Priority of Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-priority-of-children-2/) - The Priority of Children Your job as a parent is a calling from God. It is more important than your vocation, bank account, education or even your own happiness. Besides your relationship with God Himself, your relationship with your children is primary; your influence and impact on them will, no doubt, be your greatest legacy.
- [Your Teenager Is A Liar](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/your-teen-is-a-liar-2/) - Kristen Ivy is one of my favorite people in the Universe. She is a wonderful mom and one of the most strategic thinkers I know. Along with that she is a GREAT writer and leader. This blog is taken from Parentcue.org which is one of the finest parent resources the world has to offer. Check
- [Marriages CAN Be Happy For A Lifetime!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/marriages-can-be-happy-for-a-lifetime-2/) - Here are some GREAT thoughts on marriage from one of my favorite authors, Shaunti Feldhahn. Last weekend, watching the Super Bowl, I was struck by two things: First, of course, is that my childhood football team won! (I was born in Kansas City, and even though I didn’t grow up there, my Grandpa had season
- [Tuesday Video: The Unique Connection](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-unique-connection-2/) - Pandora released a powerfully emotional ad about the special bond between moms and their children, and it hit parents right in the feels.
- [Culture Post: Mothers Spend 97 Hours Weekly on Parenting Tasks — Equivalent to Six-Figure Job!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-mothers-spend-97-hours-weekly-on-parenting-tasks-equivalent-to-six-figure-job-2/) - According to a 2019 survey of 2,000 mothers raising school-aged children (ages 5 to 18), moms spend nearly 100 hours a week on parenting tasks — even if it means sacrificing sleep and “me time.”
- [The Importance of Ending The School Year Well](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-importance-of-ending-the-school-year-well/) - As the school year begins to wind down, this is an excellent blog from our friends at Parent Cue. The Importance of Ending the School Year Well This time of year, backpacks are getting heavy. Patience is wearing thin. The end of the school year is upon us and so is the end of what
- [Let Your Kids Be Bored](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/let-your-kids-be-bored/) - I loved this blog by Liz Hansen. It brought back memories of me telling my mom, "Mom, I'm bored." Funny but now as I look back, I wonder if it ever bothered her. Her response was always the same, "Jimmy, if you need something to do you can help me with the dishes, you can
- [Practical Ideas for Spending Time with Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ideas-for-spending-time-with-your-children-2/) - I’ve often said that “your children regard your presence as a sign of caring and connectedness.” Sometimes we get distracted and so preoccupied with the urgent that we miss the most important. And right up there at the top of the list is spending quality time with our kids and grandkids. Take a moment with
- [Creating Warmth (part 3 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/creating-warmth-part-3-of-5-2/) - This is part 3 of a 5-part series For your family to have a sense of AWE, create a home environment of warmth and affection. You may be saying, “But you don’t understand what my spouse is like” or “My adolescent isn’t exactly the perfect example of love, affection and devotion.” I’m sure you’re right;
- [Tuesday Video: Running on Empty?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-running-on-empty/) - Great advice from Amanda, a young working mom, with some helpful tips on self-care in the midst of a busy life. For more video shorts subscribe to HomeWord’s YouTube Channel. https://youtube.com/shorts/3j0vRJBEAx8?si=Vo8-s4-ocY8hBbEH
- [Why Leaders Fall … and Where It All Begins](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-leaders-falland-where-it-all-begins/) - I thought this was a really good and important blog on why leaders fall and it relates to all of us. Why Leaders Fall…and Where It All Begins With great sorrow, we are reminded once again by the news headlines that the enemy has a special target for spiritual leaders. I myself have reflected anew
- [Giving Encouragement (part 4 of 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/giving-encouragement-part-4-of-5-2/) - This is part 4 of a 5-part series When you encourage your children and your spouse, you have the unique ability to make them feel special. Parakaleo, the New Testament Greek word for “encourage,” or “exhort,” can also be translated “call to one’s side,” “strengthen,” “instruct” and “teach.” 1 Exhortation is not just about positive
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Always Keep Responsible Adulthood in Mind as the Goal](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-always-keep-responsible-adulthood-in-mind-as-the-goal-2/) - Always Keep Responsible Adulthood in Mind as the Goal “It’s really not about you anymore. As he makes the shift to adulthood, he won’t need to see you as much as you want to see him.” Mary and Mike sit at the kitchen table most every morning drinking coffee, skimming the news, and talking. Sounds
- [Connecting with Your Graduate when They Leave for College](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/connecting-with-your-graduate-when-they-leave-for-college-2/) - This blog is from two of my absolute favorites: Dr. Kara Powell and and Parent Cue. If you want help for your parenting, you can’t get enough of Kara and Parent Cue. I love that Kara is research oriented but ever so practical and Parent Cue is filled with blogs and so much more from
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: The Five Big Questions](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-the-five-big-questions-2/) - In the next 5 weeks I want to look at 5 big questions that will help you navigate your relationship with your adult children and prepare you if you have teenagers. Question #1 - Have you given your child the passport to adulthood? Letting go of a mindset is seldom easy. Everything inside us as
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Questions 4 and 5](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-questions-4-and-5-2/) - 5 Big Questions Question #4 - Are You Communicating with Your Adult Kids on an Adult Level? As your role with your adult children changes, so should the way you communicate with them. We must let go of our desires and expectations. One of the most helpful phrases for doing life with your adult children
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Express Your Expectations; Have An Honest Discussion about Money](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-express-your-expectations-have-an-honest-discussion-about-money/) - Express Your Expectations. It’s quite possible they left your home as teenagers or at least as very young emerging adults, but now they are coming home as adults. You need to treat them as such and be respectful of their change in status. At the same time, you hope they will act like the adults
- [Listening—A Language of Love](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/listening-a-language-of-love-2/) - Listening - A Language of Love One of the greatest gifts you can offer your children is the gift of listening. When you listen, you show that they have great value to you. My problem is that when my children are wrong or have a poor attitude, I want to immediately correct them instead of
- [Walking The Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/walking-the-tight-rope-3-ways-to-keep-your-kids-talking-to-you-3/) - This is a great reminder of how to keep our kids talking with us. Paige is always insightful. You can get more great advice listening to her podcast, Embracing Your Season: Raising Littles & Understanding Teens. Walking the Tight Rope: 3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Talking to You! You ever feel like you are
- [Culture Post: Read Aloud To Kids: AAP Recommends Shared Reading To Strengthen Bonds, Boost Brain Development](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-read-aloud-to-kids-aap-recommends-shared-reading-to-strengthen-bonds-boost-brain-development/) - Do you read aloud to your kids? This simple yet meaningful bonding experience between parents and caregivers can have lasting benefits.
- [Rate Your Family IQ (Intimacy Quotient)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/rate-your-family-iq-intimacy-quotient-2/) - I like doing questionnaires like this one. IQ stands for “Intimacy Quotient”. Remember, intimacy means connection. Rate Your Family IQ (Intimacy Quotient) How close is your family? Dolores Curran, author of Traits of a Healthy Family, evaluates 15 traits necessary to make healthy families.1 The following questionnaire is adapted from her research. Our family has
- [5 Ways to Kill Warmth in Your Family (and how to rebuild it)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-ways-to-kill-warmth-in-your-family-and-how-to-rebuild-it-2/) - Kara Powell is one of the finest people I know. I read everything she writes. This was a really good post. 5 Ways to Kill Warmth in Your Family (and how to rebuild it) Math homework. It’s normally not a battleground in our family, but last week, it was. Our youngest’s fifth grade teacher had
- [Be The Hero In Your Family’s Faith Journey](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/be-the-hero-in-your-familys-faith-journey-3/) - “I love this great reminder that parents are the heroes and leaders in their families faith journey. Jim Rosene leads a wonderful ministry called Kids Around The World. Their newest addition to this wonderful ministry is KIDStory@home. Be sure and check it out here. Great stuff.” Be The Hero in Your Family's Faith Journey You
- [Culture Post: Poll Finds Many Parents Struggling to Manage Kids' Anger](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-poll-finds-many-parents-struggling-to-manage-kids-anger/) - A new survey shows that many parents struggle to manage their kids’ anger, and some even suspect they’re not providing a good example themselves.
- [Practice the Daily 1% Rule for 2025](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practice-the-daily-1-rule-for-2025/) - Practice the Daily 1% Rule for 2025 If you’re looking for a doable New Year’s resolution that can make a big difference in your marriage, we have an idea for you: commit to spend 1% of each day with your spouse. One percent of your time each day is only fourteen minutes and forty seconds,
- [Tips for When You Give Your Kids Their First Digital Device](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-when-you-give-your-kids-their-first-digital-device/) - In this guest blog, my friend Steven Johnson says that giving our kids their first digital device is similar to our parents handing over the car keys… Except with the digital device there is often very little teaching and structure. I love his tips here in this blog. Steven is Director of Family Ministries at
- [The Power of Showing Up](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-showing-up/) - Lu Williams is one of my favorite family ministry experts. We are so honored she is speaking at our Southern California Refreshing Your Marriage event March 14 & 15. As with everything Lu writes, this an excellent blog that is so practical about the importance of just “showing up.” The Power of Showing Up My
- [Culture Post: The Truth May Hurt, But for Couples, It's Worth It](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-the-truth-may-hurt-but-for-couples-its-worth-it/) - A new study of more than 200 couples finds that being honest when expressing a desire for change leads to greater personal and relationship well-being for both partners.
- [Tuesday Video: World's Toughest Job](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-worlds-toughest-job-2/) - This video is a tribute to Moms who definitely should be celebrated every day of the year. My intro is a “spoiler alert” but I really hope you will watch this video.
- [In Marriage, Listening Never Leads to Regrets](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/in-marriage-listening-never-leads-to-regrets-2/) - One of the joys of my life is experiencing the amazing communication ability of Doug Fields. He is one of the best I have ever seen. I thought Doug’s blog was especially well done on the lost art of listening. So good. And be sure to check out Doug & Cathy's new book, A Better
- [Culture Post: Weed Use During Pregnancy Triples Risk Of Behavioral Problems In Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-weed-use-during-pregnancy-triples-risk-of-behavioral-problems-in-kids/) - According to a recent study, women who use cannabis either during pregnancy or after delivery are three times more likely to have kids with disruptive behavioral problems.
- [Tuesday Video: A Normal Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-normal-day-2/) - I love this video about a mom’s “normal” day and and her precious daughter’s perspective. Don’t miss it!
- [The Shoebox](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-shoebox-2/) - Leslie Snyder is a wonderful mom, wife and follower of Jesus. She writes for the daily devotional offered free at HomeWord.com. I loved this illustration of the shoebox, and the faith conversations she wrote at the end of this devotional. In your anger do not sin! Do not let the sun go down while you
- [How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-handle-a-perfectionistic-spouse-3/) - Beth Steffaniak is a friend and good blogger about marriage. She has an excellent website with more great articles, Messymarriage.com. How to Handle a Perfectionistic Spouse The desire to be perfect or to have a perfect mate and marriage is something I see a lot in the couples I counsel, as well as in the
- [Culture Post: Children's Reading and Writing Develop Better When They Are Trained in Handwriting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-childrens-reading-and-writing-develop-better-when-they-are-trained-in-handwriting/) - In a recent study, 5-year-olds were taught an artificial alphabet using different techniques, and the conclusion was that children who are trained with pencil and paper assimilate new letters and words better.
- [How One Southern Phrase Can Change Marriages Everywhere](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-one-southern-phrase-can-change-marriages-everywhere-2/) - A great blog from Ted Lowe. I love how he communicates, keeps his marriage advice practical. Plus, he has the coolest Southern accent in the country. Don’t miss this great advice from one of America’s finest marriage experts. You can learn more from Ted at For Us Marriage. How One Southern Phrase Can Change Marriages
- [The Empty Nest: What Will It Take to Thrive in an Empty Nest?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-what-will-it-take-to-thrive-in-an-empty-nest-2/) - The Empty Nest: What Will It Take to Thrive in an Empty Nest? Rather than getting caught up in the gloom of empty nesting, embrace the freedom to reinvent or recalibrate your life. One woman who was clearly missing her old role as day-to-day mom told me, “My time is much more my own than
- [Culture Post: Green Spaces Promote Better Brain Development Among Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-green-spaces-promote-better-brain-development-among-children/) - Living near lush green spaces appears to reduce a child’s risk of ADHD and autism, even before they are born, a new study says.
- [From Ashes to Beauty: My Story of Infertility and Adoption](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/from-ashes-to-beauty-my-story-of-infertility-and-adoption-2/) - I love this story of the joy of adoption. Cathy and I had a very similar story dealing with infertility for years and the complete joy of adopting our first born, Christy. Maybe there is someone in your world who needs this blog of hope. By the way, ChristianParenting.org is doing a wonderful job supplying
- [Tuesday Video: Mom Losing It](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-mom-losing-it/) - Have you ever seen the great videos at Kidsinthehouse.com? Here is one of my fav’s with a mom losing it. They also have great instructional videos on most issues relating to parenting. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Momisms](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-momisms/) - Anita Renfroe is hilarious. Here is her "Momisms" song sung to the William Tell Overture. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Why Moms Get Nothing Done](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-moms-get-nothing-done/) - A cute video about a mom’s day with her child who keeps getting in the way of progress. Click here for link to video
- [Working Mom](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/working-mom/) - Kristen Ivy is one of my hero’s. She is a brilliant leader, writer and communicator. She is also a wonderful mom with her children. I like what she wrote in this blog originally for Parent Cue about being a working mom. Working Mom As part of my professional life, I recently had an opportunity to
- [Tuesday Video: Ryan's Unforgettable Mother's Day Delivery to Mom](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-ryans-unforgettable-mothers-day-delivery-to-mom/) - Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: From One Struggling Mom to Another](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-from-one-struggling-mom-to-another/) - Here is another authentic, powerful message from Kristina Kuzmic. She has good things to say about her mindset and yours. She is always the real deal. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Momentos](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-momentos/) - Not a single word is spoken in this short film but it delivers a powerful message. This is one of my favorite videos of the year. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Half of Moms Are Postponing Plans of Having More Children Due to COVID](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-half-of-moms-are-postponing-plans-of-having-more-children-due-to-covid/) - The future of American families appears to still be in COVID quarantine. A new study reveals one in two mothers are putting off plans to have any more children due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
- [What If I’m Not “Enjoying Every Moment”?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-if-im-not-enjoying-every-moment/) - I loved this blog from Joanna Easley. This should be mandatory reading for all mom’s of younger kids. It’s from Parent Cue and it’s one more reason why I tell everyone I know to glean everything they can from Parent Cue. What If I’m Not “Enjoying Every Moment”? I remember the first time it hit
- [Culture Post: Six in 10 Moms Struggle with Planning Kids’ Summer Vacations](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-six-in-10-moms-struggle-with-planning-kids-summer-vacations/) - Summer vacation may be exciting for kids, but it’s no picnic for parents. Six in 10 moms say they struggle with planning activities for their kids during the summer months.
- [Tuesday Video: Anita Renfroe | William Tell Momisms](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-anita-renfroe-william-tell-momisms/) - Anita Renfroe is hilarious. Here is her “Momisms” song sung to the William Tell Overture.
- [Tuesday Video: Momentos](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-momentos-2/) - Not a single word is spoken in this short film but it delivers a powerful message. This is one of my favorite videos.
- [Tuesday Video: Ryan’s Unforgettable Mother’s Day Delivery to Mom](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-ryans-unforgettable-mothers-day-delivery-to-mom-2/)
- [What "good" moms are supposed to do](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-good-moms-are-supposed-to-do/) - Okay, I totally have become a new fan of Cynthia Yanof. She is a parent expert extraordinaire. I loved being on her podcast, MESSmerized, in April, and then I ran across this blog which both inspired me and totally cracked me up. Read this blog and you may become a fan too. What "good" moms
- [Culture Post: Moms, Don't Meddle With Your Kids' Friends: It'll Only Make Things Worse](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-moms-dont-meddle-with-your-kids-friends-itll-only-make-things-worse/) - Meddling moms who try to prohibit their kids’ friendships with troublemakers will only make things worse, a new study says.
- [What “good” moms are supposed to do](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-good-moms-are-supposed-to-do-2/) - Okay, I am a big fan of Cynthia Yanof. She is a parent expert extraordinaire. I've loved being a guest on her podcast, MESSmerized. I ran across this blog which both inspired me and totally cracked me up. Read this blog and you may become a fan too. What “good” moms are supposed to do
- [Culture Post: Online Risks Are Everyday Events for Teens - But They Rarely Tell Their Parents](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/online-risks-are-everyday-events-for-teens-but-they-rarely-tell-their-parents/) - A new study finds that only in 1 out of 4 times that a teen encountered a risky online situation did they tell their parents about it, and the more parents freak out about these incidents, the less likely their teens are to tell them about it next time.
- [Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/three-simple-steps-to-more-joy-in-your-life-and-relationships/) - Shaunti Feldhahn is another one of my favorites. She is Harvard Educated, brilliant researcher and I love, love her new book, Kindness Challenge. Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships Does your mother-in-law make you want to pull your hair out by criticizing every move you make? Maybe your wife doesn’t
- [Teen Marijuana Use on the Rise: What Parents Should Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/teen-marijuana-use-on-the-rise-what-parents-should-know/) - The world of marijuana use and abuse continues to be complicated. I thought these two authors had some very interesting and important facts from a medical perspective. Teen Marijuana Use on the Rise: What Parents Should Know Did you know that 45 percent of all high school seniors have tried marijuana? Marijuana use now exceeds
- [There's Just One Way to Marry the Right Person (and Anyone Can Do It)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/theres-just-one-way-to-marry-the-right-person-and-anyone-can-do-it/) - These were wonderful words of wisdom about marriage and the kind of person you really want to marry. There's Just One Way to Marry the Right Person (and Anyone Can Do It) When I was in college I wrote an op-ed for my local newspaper about the kind of woman I wanted to marry. It
- [The Mean Girl in the Mirror](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-mean-girl-in-the-mirror/) - ​Leslie Snyder is a long-time friend and life transformation coach. She is a health and fitness expert. (See her bio below) Leslie’s blog as well as outstanding fitness and health advice can be found at www.redefinefn.com. The Mean Girl in the Mirror I'm not going to lie. This blog is risky. Why? For starters, it's the
- [Culture Post: Bad Fad Alert - Dragon's Breath Snacks](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-bad-fad-alert-dragons-breath-snacks/) - Another viral teen 'bad fad' is being reported by news agencies. Dragon’s Breath snacks make you exhale ‘smoke’ — and they’re sending teens to the hospital.
- [Examine Your Life and Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/examine-your-life-and-your-marriage/) - Examine Your Life and Your Marriage I hear couples say all the time, “We’ve lost our focus. Our priorities and attitude took a wrong turn.” No one starts out to have a second-rate marriage, but it happens so often because we blame our spouse and don’t have the emotional energy to be intentional in making
- [Culture Post: Almost Half of U.S. Births Happen Outside Marriage, Signaling Cultural Shift](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-almost-half-of-u-s-births-happen-outside-marriage-signaling-cultural-shift/) - According to a new report, forty percent of all births in the U.S. now occur outside of wedlock, up from 10 percent in 1970, signaling cultural and economic shifts that are here to stay.
- [Culture Post: Good Sleep Helps Kids Become Slimmer, Healthier Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-good-sleep-helps-kids-become-slimmer-healthier-teens/) - Regular bedtimes and adequate sleep during childhood may contribute toward a healthy weight in the teen years, a new study finds.
- [Attitude is Everything](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/attitude-is-everything/) - This blog is a part of series of blogs I’m writing on 11 Life-Changing Lessons on Leadership, Relationships and Personal Life. Lesson Eight: Attitude is Everything During a difficult season in my life I asked a mentor of mine if we could have lunch. All I remember about his advice was a few Bible verses
- [Land the Helicopter](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/land-the-helicopter/) - Land the Helicopter The term helicopter parent was coined in 1969 by Dr. Haim Ginot in his book, Between Parent and Teenager. It refers to a parent who hovers or “helicopters” over their child and is overprotective or over-invested in the life of that child. It starts when the kids are young but sometimes continues
- [Thank Therapy for Couples](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/thank-therapy-for-couples/) - Thank Therapy for Couples Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. —1 Thessalonians 5:18 There have been times when we had to practice “thank therapy” in our relationship to keep our marriage from going toward a not-so-pretty place. We have a high-maintenance marriage—we have to constantly work
- [Culture Post: Parents Can Be Helpful Social Coaches for Adolescent Peer Stress](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-parents-can-be-helpful-social-coaches-for-adolescent-peer-stress/) - During early adolescence, especially the transition to middle school, kids face a number of challenges both socially and academically. Parents can act as social 'coaches,' offering support and advice to youth as they navigate these challenges.
- [Culture Post: High Amounts of Screen Time Begin as Early as Infancy](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-high-amounts-of-screen-time-begin-as-early-as-infancy/) - Children's average daily time spent watching television or using a computer or mobile device increased from 53 minutes at age 12 months to more than 150 minutes at 3 years, according to a recent analysis.
- [Parenting:  Your Highest Calling](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-your-highest-calling/) - Here are a few things I have learned about parenting over the years: Parenting isn't easy. If you are having an easy go at it, then something is probably wrong. Parenting is exhausting. Just ask the mother of a newborn - or of a 2-year-old, a 10-year-old or even a 16-year-old, for that matter! Parenting
- [Culture Post: Dogs Significantly Improve Teens' Social Development, New Research Finds](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-dogs-significantly-improve-teens-social-development-new-research-finds/) - A new study published in the Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal shows that the family dog might be even more a best friend than the old saying goes—especially for teens.
- [Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/smoldering-stress-balancing-your-marriage-and-raising-kids-2/) - Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids I ran too fast, too far, too long on too many borrowed miles. And then it hit me like something just plain awful. I have been a psychological, spiritual, and emotional mess. I need to refine my life, my marriage, and my parenting so I can live
- [Culture Post: Bed Sharing Does Nothing to Improve Bonding Between Parents and Babies](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-bed-sharing-does-nothing-to-improve-bonding-between-parents-and-babies/) - Although some believe bed sharing can be beneficial in terms of bonding mother and infant, new research finds those complex benefits of bed-sharing may be nothing but hype.
- [Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/three-simple-steps-to-more-joy-in-your-life-and-relationships-2/) - Shaunti Feldhahn is another one of my favorites. She is Harvard Educated, a brilliant researcher, and I love, love her book, Kindness Challenge. Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships Does your mother-in-law make you want to pull your hair out by criticizing every move you make? Maybe your wife doesn’t
- [Get Those Little Hands Dirty: Gardening with Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/get-those-little-hands-dirty-gardening-with-your-children/) - This is such a good and practical blog by Mirela Boston about hanging out with your children in the garden. It makes me want to want to take my grandkids outside and plant something pretty and tropical. Get Those Little Hands Dirty: Gardening with Your Children Young children are naturally curious at heart. That is,
- [Culture Post: Pre-School Play with Friends Lowers Risk of Mental Health Problems Later](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-pre-school-play-with-friends-lowers-risk-of-mental-health-problems-later/) - Children who learn to play well with others at pre-school age tend to enjoy better mental health as they get older, new research shows.
- [Tuesday Video: The Simple Message that Brought A Middle School Class to Tears](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-simple-message-that-brought-a-middle-class-to-tears/) - There was a season where I spoke a lot at middle and high school assemblies. I loved it. This may be one of the finest short talks I’ve ever heard to kids about a mother’s love from Marc Mero. Don’t miss this.
- [Empty-Nest Friendships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/empty-nest-friendships/) - Empty-Nest Friendships “I never thought my closest friends would be those I found after fifty.” When I first started researching what life might look like in a healthy empty-nest season, I made a list of people I knew who appeared to have made the shift well, people who seemed to be thriving in the second
- [Pointing Children To Their Strengths](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/pointing-children-to-their-strengths/) - I love the ministry of Lucille Williams and her book Turtle Finds His Talent: Discovering How God Made You Special is a wonderful addition to all she does. This second guest blog is about the content of her book. I hope you will pick up a copy of this children’s book. Pointing Children To Their
- [The Mean Girl in the Mirror](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-mean-girl-in-the-mirror-2/) - ​Leslie Snyder is a long-time friend and life transformation coach. She is a health and fitness expert. (See her bio below) Leslie’s blog as well as outstanding fitness and health advice can be found at www.lesliemsnyder.com. The Mean Girl in the Mirror I’m not going to lie. This blog is risky. Why? For starters, it’s
- [The Strategic Relationships All Kids Need](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-strategic-relationships-all-kids-need/) - Three things about this blog…Holly Crawshaw is a very dynamic woman with great insight into parenting. Parent Cue is one of my favorite parent resources and this blog is from ParentCue.org. The principal Holly writes about of “widening the circle” of caring adults for your kid’s lives is a really important issue. Enjoy this blog.
- [Culture Post: Lengthy Screen Time Associated With Childhood Development Delays](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-lengthy-screen-time-associated-with-childhood-development-delays/) - A recent study has found that the amount of screen time spent by one-year-olds is associated with developmental delays.
- [Shaping Spiritual Change in Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/shaping-spiritual-change-in-your-teenager/) - Shaping Spiritual Change in Your Teenager One of the main reasons I remain focused on young people as my life work is because it is such an important time for developing a relationship with God. Most people will make a commitment to Jesus Christ before age eighteen or they never will. It’s exciting to see
- [Tuesday Video: The Gift of An Ordinary Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-gift-of-an-ordinary-day/) - I LOVED this video and every word was so meaningful. I immediately sent it to my wife because it described motherhood in such a wonderful way.
- [Parenting: Your Highest Calling](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-your-highest-calling-2/) - Parenting: Your Highest Calling Here are a few things I have learned about parenting over the years: Parenting isn’t easy. If you are having an easy go at it, then something is probably wrong. Parenting is exhausting. Just ask the mother of a newborn – or of a 2-year-old, a 10-year-old or even a 16-year-old,
- [Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/smoldering-stress-balancing-your-marriage-and-raising-kids-3/) - Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids I ran too fast, too far, too long on too many borrowed miles. And then it hit me like something just plain awful. I have been a psychological, spiritual, and emotional mess. I need to refine my life, my marriage, and my parenting so I can live
- [There’s Just One Way to Marry the Right Person (and Anyone Can Do It)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/theres-just-one-way-to-marry-the-right-person-and-anyone-can-do-it-2/) - These were wonderful words of wisdom about marriage and the kind of person you really want to marry. There’s Just One Way to Marry the Right Person (and Anyone Can Do It) When I was in college I wrote an op-ed for my local newspaper about the kind of woman I wanted to marry. It
- [Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/three-simple-steps-to-more-joy-in-your-life-and-relationships-3/) - Shaunti Feldhahn is another one of my favorites. She is Harvard educated, a brilliant researcher, and I love, love her book, Kindness Challenge. Three Simple Steps to More Joy in Your Life and Relationships Does your mother-in-law make you want to pull your hair out by criticizing every move you make? Maybe your wife doesn’t
- [Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/smoldering-stress-balancing-your-marriage-and-raising-kids/) - Smoldering Stress: Balancing Your Marriage and Raising Kids I ran too fast, too far, too long on too many borrowed miles. And then it hit me like something just plain awful. I have been a psychological, spiritual, and emotional mess. I need to refine my life, my marriage, and my parenting so I can live
- [Tuesday Video: Motherhood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/18695/) - I love all things "Skit Guys." They are the best and their videos are awesome to use with any group. You can all their stuff and purchase their skits at Skitguys.com. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  50 Ways to Please your Mother](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-50-ways-to-please-your-mother/) - Tim Hawkins does it again with a GREAT song about 50 Ways to Please Your Mother. He is just hilarious. Love his stuff. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Viedo: Toddler gives her mother advice after hearing parents fight](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-viedo-toddler-gives-her-mother-advice-after-hearing-parents-fight/) - “Out of the mouths of babes.” This is a cute video of a little toddler giving her mother advice after hearing her parents fight. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: A Mother’s Diet During Pregnancy Can Impact Child’s Health Well Into Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-a-mothers-diet-during-pregnancy-can-impact-childs-health-well-into-teens/) - According to new research, women who don’t watch what they eat during pregnancy can affect their child’s health well into their teenage years.
- [Culture Post: Lifestyle More Likely to Affect a Child's BMI Than the Weight of Their Mother](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-lifestyle-more-likely-to-affect-a-childs-bmi-than-the-weight-of-their-mother/) - Researchers have found that a high Body Mass Index (BMI) of a mother before and during pregnancy is not a major cause of high BMI in their offspring—indicating that childhood and teen obesity is more likely to be a result of lifestyle factors.
- [Tuesday Video: Motherhood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-8/) - I love all things “Skit Guys.” They are the best and their videos are awesome to use with any group. You can watch all their stuff and purchase their skits at Skitguys.com.
- [Tuesday Video: Toddler Gives Her Mother Advice After Hearing Her Parents Fight](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-toddler-gives-her-mother-advice-after-hearing-her-parents-fight/) - “Out of the mouths of babes.” This is a cute video of a little toddler giving her mother advice after hearing her parents fight.
- [Tuesday Video: 50 Ways to Please Your Mother](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-50-ways-to-please-your-mother-2/) - Tim Hawkins does it again with a great song about 50 Ways to Please Your Mother. He is just hilarious. Happy Mother's Day.
- [Culture Post: Mother's Warmth in Childhood Can Influence Teen Health By Shaping Perceptions of Social Safety](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-mothers-warmth-in-childhood-can-influence-teen-health-by-shaping-perceptions-of-social-safety/) - A recent study found that children who experience more maternal warmth at age 3 have more positive perceptions of social safety at age 14, which in turn predicts better physical and mental health outcomes at age 17.
- [Helping Your Children Understand and Celebrate Memorial Day](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/helping-your-children-understand-and-celebrate-memorial-day/) - Helping Your Children Understand and Celebrate Memorial Day At my Dad’s memorial service, the Army color guard played taps, they folded up an American Flag, got on one knee, handed the flag to his wife and said something close to these words, “On behalf of the President of the United States and a grateful nation
- [Discipleship and Mountain Biking: Who Needs a Coach?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/discipleship-and-mountain-biking-who-needs-a-coach/) - Great thoughts from my good friend, Doug Fields. Discipleship and Mountain Biking: Who Needs a Coach? A few years ago, my doctor didn’t tell me to begin mountain biking, but he did say, “You’ve better find some type of exercise program that you like or you’re going to die.” (I’m not sure those were his exact words,
- [Faith Practices for Students Have Powerful Benefits for Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/faith-practices-for-students-have-powerful-benefits-for-teens/) - This is great news for families with students active in their youth groups. It’s a study by Harvard professors showing that there are powerful benefits when kids live out their faith. Faith Practices for Students Have Powerful Benefits for Teens Church and youth group participation has a “protective” effect on adolescence, according to an extensive
- [The Slippery Slope of Families Not Attending Church Consistently](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-slippery-slope-of-families-not-attending-church-consistently/) - "Dale Hudson has some very good thoughts about families and church attendance. I think he is right." There is a trend happening in churches. Families are attending church less frequently. In most cases, families that used to attend twice a month are now attending once a month. Families that used to come once a month
- [Tuesday Video: Damin Lujan](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-damin-lujan/) - This is a powerful story of a man and his deep faith. I’d put this under inspirational. Click here for link to video
- [Milele Home and International Day for Street Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/home-and-international-day-for-street-children/) - April 12th was designated International Day for Street Children around the world. Cathy’s and my favorite ministry that helps teens make life changing decisions and provides the tools to make a difference is Milele Home. We love and believe in the mission. When we give, we often give toward leadership and there is no one
- [Faith Practices for Students Have Powerful Benefits for Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/faith-practices-for-students-have-powerful-benefits-for-teens-2/) - This is great news for families with students active in their youth groups. It’s a study by Harvard professors showing that there are powerful benefits when kids live out their faith. Faith Practices for Students Have Powerful Benefits for Teens Church and youth group participation has a “protective” effect on adolescence, according to an extensive
- [Tuesday Video: Letting Go and Trusting God in Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-letting-go-and-trusting-god-in-parenting/) - Are you trying to be the perfect parent? You can find great advice and more on our HomeWord YouTube Channel. https://youtube.com/shorts/wdrMel51Xx0?si=682Hh4FobkleqN_b
- [Tuesday Video: How the Worst of Harvey Brought Out America's Best](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-the-worst-of-harvey-brought-out-americas-best/) - Watching how people have responded to the hurricanes has been so inspirational. I loved how Steve Hartman described the heroes in Houston. It’s a great reminder that people rise to the occasion and serve. Click here for link to video
- [Reclaim Your Weekends!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reclaim-your-weekends/) - "I ran across this blog and liked it. The word “Sabbath” means rest and I liked what Martha White had to say about reclaiming your weekend." These four activities can turn two days off into rejuvenating mini-vacations that ease the Sunday-night blues. Do you spend your Sunday evenings feeling tired and dreading the coming workweek?
- [Tips for Creating a Great Family Christmas](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tips-for-creating-a-great-family-christmas-3/) - Tips for Creating a Great Family Christmas For many of us, Christmastime is anticipated with both joy and anxiety. Sure, we love the celebrations, the family traditions, and we cherish the memories of holidays gone by; but along with them, we add the stresses of preparation, expectations, and the fear of letdowns or family squabbles
- [Tuesday Video: Life Lessons From A Gang Member](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-life-lessons-from-a-gang-member/) - There is a great message behind Gregory Boyle’s video. His work with gangs is incredibly inspiring. We can all learn from so many different types of people.
- [Borrow From Tomorrow](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/borrow-from-tomorrow-2/) - “Glenn Schroder worked for and often traveled with the late John Wimber of the Vineyard movement that reached around world and has continued to influences movements like Hillsong and others. Glenn has a book on “Wimberisms,” which are themes filled with the wit and wisdom of one of the true leaders of Jesus Movement from
- [The Surprising Places Where Kids Spend Time Online](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-surprising-places-where-kids-spend-time-online/) - "Parents must be students of the culture and this excellent blog will give you loads of information on just where your kids are spending time online. Make sure you know who and what is influencing your kids when they are online.” Today's kids are growing up immersed in technology and social media. They've never known
- [Tuesday Video: Home For Christmas: An Azusa Pacific Christmas Story](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-home-for-christmas-an-azusa-pacific-christmas-story/) - Here is another inspirational video done by our friends at Azusa Pacific University. Love it. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Diving into the Unknown](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-diving-into-the-unknown/) - I love inspirational stories and the story of Gerald swimming for his high school team is one of those great stories. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: How to Raise Successful Kids Without Over-Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-raise-successful-kids-without-over-parenting-2/) - I think this Ted talk is worth watching. I like the term “over-parenting.” I think some parents are doing that and it’s partially creating a failure to launch kids toward responsible adulthood. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Graduation. You Got This](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-graduation-you-got-this/) - Don’t miss this video. The skit guys did an amazing job putting together this most inspiring video together about a young woman graduating from high school and a parent’s thoughts on her growing up. So good.
- [An Invitation to Keep the Welcome Mat Out and Your Mouth Shut](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parenting-advice-with-an-older-child-in-mind-part-one-an-invitation-to-keep-the-welcome-mat-out-and-your-mouth-shut/) - As some of you may know I have just finished a book on “parenting adult children.” This is a two-part blog (this week and next) that focuses on the issues of adult children. Although I think the principles work for all ages. Parenting Advice with an Older Child in Mind: Part One An Invitation to
- [What to Do When Your Adult Child Makes Regrettable Choices](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-to-do-when-your-adult-child-makes-regrettable-choices/) - No one said parenting an adult child who violates your values would be easy, but the very best chance for success is when there is good communication and understanding between you. Here are some strategies that work. Offer your adult child tough love. Tough love is a disciplined and strongly expressed boundary with the intent
- [Tuesday Video: You've Gotta Love Millenials](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-youve-gotta-love-millenials/) - I LOVE Millennials and yes, one day they will rule the world but oh my they can be a fun generation to tease. I love this song. Sort of true. Click here for link to video.
- [Tuesday Video:  The Surprise](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-surprise/) - This video is actually created by Apple but the message is absolutely beautiful. Click here for link to video
- [Stepfamily In-Laws](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stepfamily-in-laws/) - In the book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and The Welcome Mat Out, I spend an entire chapter dealing with in-laws, stepfamilies and the blended family. Here is some advice I share to parents of adult children on how they can negotiate the somewhat challenging world of step and blended
- [Tuesday Video: The Dangers of Over-Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-dangers-of-over-parenting/) - This is one of my favorite parenting videos in the last few years. It’s on “Over-Parenting.” Are you a “concierge” parent? Click here for link to video
- [Can A Christian Drink Alcohol?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/can-a-christian-drink-alcohol/) - "I have very few friends who do not drink. I’ve never seen my friends drunk and frankly, it’s not a huge issue to me. Because I grew up all around alcoholism I have also seen the devastation alcoholism brings to a family. I think Pastor Barry Cameron wrote a very well thought out piece on
- [20 Brutal Truths About Life No One Wants to Admit](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/20-brutal-truths-about-life-no-one-wants-to-admit/) - "I loved Matthew Jones' “Brutal Truths.” It’s good wisdom to live by and pass on to our family and friends." It's much easier to talk about the weather, sports, and celebrities than your fear of mortality. Unfortunately, the more time you spend pretending that ultimate truths don't exist, the more time you waste not being
- [Tuesday Video: A Conversation on Racism with Pastor Albert Tate](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-conversation-on-racism-with-pastor-albert-tate/) - I love Albert Tate! I hope you’ll take the time to watch this video of our conversation together on racism. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: A Majority of Young Adults in the U.S. Live with Their Parents for the First Time Since the Great Depression](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-a-majority-of-young-adults-in-the-u-s-live-with-their-parents-for-the-first-time-since-the-great-depression/) - The share of 18- to 29-year-olds living with their parents has become a majority since U.S. coronavirus cases began spreading early this year, surpassing the previous peak during the Great Depression era.
- [Tuesday Video: HomeWord's 2020 Virtual Benefit](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-homewords-2020-virtual-benefit/) - I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am for the HomeWord 2020 Virtual Benefit. This one minute clip with give you an example of the humor and the inspiration in the 45 minute version. Enjoy. Click here to watch full Benefit video
- [Tuesday Video: Millennials in the Operating Room](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-millennials-in-the-operating-room/) - I truly love Millennials. Cathy and I have three of our own. Millennials will change the world for good. And yet they can be fun to poke at a bit. This is just a fun video of a millennial in the operating room. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: The Time You Have (in Jellybeans)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-time-you-have-in-jellybeans/) - I like these kinds of videos. It really makes you think about your top priorities. This one caused me to stop and focus on how important spending time with my family is to me. Click here for link to video.
- [5 Signs and Symptoms of Empty Nest Syndrome](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-signs-and-symptoms-of-empty-nest-syndrome/) - After I wrote my book Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out, I continued to get more and more questions on living with the empty nest. I had purposely chose not to write on it in that previous book. Today, I am in the midst of research
- [Tuesday Video: Millennial Finances be Like ...](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-millennial-finances-be-like/) - A fun video on how a millennial might deal with finances. Sort of too true in some parts. Enjoy. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Put God First - Denzel Washington](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-put-god-first-denzel-washington/) - Denzel Washington is one of my favorite actors. He is also a wonderful human being. Here is part of a graduation speech that he gave where he opens up about believing in God. It's a very inspiring message. Might want to pass this on or listen to it with your kids from early teen and
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Are You Enabling Dependency?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-are-you-enabling-dependency/) - 5 Big Questions Question #2 Are You Enabling Dependency? No one seeks to enable dependency with their adult children. Well, maybe a few people do, but most of us want to help our kids without enabling them. Unfortunately, no one sent us to adult-child parenting school, and we sometimes get it wrong. If you are
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Do You Want it More Than They Want it?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-do-you-want-it-more-than-they-want-it/) - 5 Big Questions Question #3 Do You Want it More Than They Want it? It happens every time I speak on doing life with adult children. A person will come up to me at the end and share a story of their child’s violating their values as a parent. The parent is heartbroken, and usually
- [The Empty Nest: A Fresh Start Begins with You](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-a-fresh-start-begins-with-you/) - The Empty Nest: A Fresh Start Begins with You Somewhere in the silence, we must answer questions: “Who am I? What do I do with the rest of my life?” The people I meet who are thriving in the empty nest don’t just wait for life to happen. They choose to see new possibilities. They
- [The Empty Nest: What Will Your New Life Look Like?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/empty-nest-what-will-your-new-life-look-like/) - The Empty Nest: What Will Your New Life Look Like? Certainly you have considered what a major milestone it is for your kids to be launched into adulthood. Well, it’s a major milestone for you too. Whether you are ready for it or not, you are making a significant and important pivot in your life.
- [The Empty Nest: Positive Benefits of the Empty Nest](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-positive-benefits-of-the-empty-nest/) - Positive Benefits of the Empty Nest Here is a short list of benefits of the empty nest compiled from our focus groups. Undoubtedly you will be able to add many more to it: You can revive romance. Your kids come back to visit, and you can schedule regular times to connect. It’s easier to get
- [How to Thrive in the Second Half of Your Marriage: Now is the Perfect Time to Reboot Your Marriage](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-thrive-in-the-second-half-of-your-marriage-now-is-the-perfect-time-to-reboot-your-marriage/) - How to Thrive in the Second Half of Your Marriage: Now is the Perfect Time to Reboot Your Marriage No one has ever accused me of being a technology expert. True confession: our IT guy at HomeWord and my assistant mock me sometimes for my lack of understanding of technology. I use it every day,
- [A Conversation with Parenting Expert Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/a-conversation-with-parenting-expert-jim-burns/) - Here is a guest blog from Liz Yokubison. Her blog is about Jim Burns and you might learn some new things about him. Also, her book, They're Ready, Are You?, is a great book to help launch your kids into college. Liz interviewed Jim for this blog and Jim said he totally enjoyed his conversation
- [Tuesday Video: Adulting 101](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-adulting-101/) - Here is a great idea that one school is doing to help kids prepare for adulthood. Maybe parents should make “Adulting 101” part of their parenting process in the home.
- [21 Ideas for Self-Care](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/21-ideas-for-self-care/) - Here is a great list of "self-care" ideas. Self care is not selfish but instead helps you build a strong foundation to be a better person. 21 Ideas for "Self-Care" 1. Volunteer. 2. Mentor someone. 3. Work with children. 4. Connect with other singles and marrieds in specialized groups. 5. Be proactive about connecting with
- [How To Be The Grooviest Grandparents in Town](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-be-the-grooviest-grandparents-in-town/) - How to be the Grooviest Grandparents in Town “Now that I have grandchildren, this is my priority! It’s a marvelous love affair between generations.” Just today as I began writing this chapter on grandparenting, I looked up at the clock and realized I had volunteered to pick up our grandson James from preschool at noon.
- [Grandparenting Through the Tough Times](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grandparenting-through-the-tough-times/) - Grandparenting Through the Tough Times Loving our children’s children can also bring heartache or pain. Larry Fowler puts it so well in his book Overcoming Grandparenting Barriers: “The deeper the relationship, the greater the joy—or the pain—it can bring.”[1] Many grandparents feel at a loss to help when there is geographical distance or when dealing
- [Tuesday Video: The Millennials - SNL](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-millennials-snl/) - Saturday Night Live Poking fun at Millennials, but kinda true! SNL 41 - The Millennials Skit - Season Premiere from Tsvetan Kintisheff on Vimeo.
- [Negotiating Your Stepfamily and Blended Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/negotiating-your-stepfamily-and-blended-family-2/) - Negotiating Your Stepfamily and Blended Family With the divorce rate still near the 50 percent range, stepfamilies and blended families are becoming more and more the norm. One of your tasks as a parent is to find your place in the complexity of a blended family. When things don’t go perfectly, you can’t take it
- [How to Save Money (and Avoid Blisters) on Campus Tours](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-save-money-and-avoid-blisters-on-campus-tours/) - So good to see another blog from Jenn Curtis. Today people start thinking about what college their kids might attend in elementary school. (And I’m not suggesting adding that pressure to you is a good idea.) However, if you have a child thinking about college, Jenn’s 15 years of experience as an education consultant is
- [Tuesday Video: 100 Minutes a Week is a Date!](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-100-minutes-a-week-is-a-date/) - We are thrilled to share some fantastic news with you! HomeWord's new YouTube channel is now live! It provides social media content to empower parents, marriages, and families through inspiring short videos. Please "like", "subscribe" and click "yes" for notifications. And of course, share with your friends. https://youtube.com/shorts/pUsZc7bV4wY?si=g_AqX3riIoy4cWmw
- [Gray Divorce](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/gray-divorce-2/) - I read everything Gary Thomas writes. This was a very interesting article about divorce and marriage with older adults. Gray Divorce Jordan looked shell-shocked. I knew him to be a gregarious man with a great sense of humor, accomplished, confident, almost intimidating (but only because of my insecurities, not because of his arrogance or manipulation).
- [Tuesday Video: Why Teenagers Are God’s Revenge](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-teenagers-are-gods-revenge-2/) - Jeff Allen is one of my favorite clean comedians. This short video about teenagers is worth the watch. Very funny.
- [20 Brutal Truths About Life No One Wants to Admit](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/20-brutal-truths-about-life-no-one-wants-to-admit-2/) - “I loved Matthew Jones’ “Brutal Truths.” It’s good wisdom to live by and pass on to our family and friends.” 20 Brutal Truths About Life No One Wants to Admit It’s much easier to talk about the weather, sports, and celebrities than your fear of mortality. Unfortunately, the more time you spend pretending that ultimate
- [Stepfamily In-Laws](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stepfamily-in-laws-2/) - Stepfamily In-Laws In my book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and The Welcome Mat Out, I spend an entire chapter dealing with in-laws, stepfamilies and the blended family. Here is some advice I share to parents of adult children on how they can negotiate the somewhat challenging world of step
- [Are You Pushing Your Adult Children Away?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/are-you-pushing-your-adult-children-away-2/) - Dr. John Townsend has some excellent advice on doing life with your adult children in this guest blog. If you find yourself in this season of having adult children you also may want to take a look at my book, Doing Life With Your Adult Children. Are You Pushing Your Adult Children Away? The adult-parent
- [Friendship After the Nest Empties](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/friendship-after-the-nest-empties/) - If you are preparing for the empty nest or in the empty nest, then you will want to know Charlotte Guest. We just had her on my podcast and she was GREAT. She is a wonderful person with terrific ideas for people in the empty nest. This blog on developing friendships after the nest empties
- [5 Signs and Symptoms of Empty Nest Syndrome](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-signs-and-symptoms-of-empty-nest-syndrome-2/) - This blog is on what is called the Empty Nest Syndrome. It’s an actual syndrome that some parents experience deeply. 5 Signs and Symptoms of Empty Nest Syndrome It seems like just yesterday you held your newborn baby in your arms and promised to take care of and love them forever. Now, your last child
- [Culture Post: Shock survey shows 85% of Parents Thrilled to Have Adult Kids Move Back Home](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-shock-survey-shows-85-of-parents-thrilled-to-have-adult-kids-move-back-home/) - A surprising 85% of parents report being delighted to have their adult children back home, according to a new study.
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Are You Enabling Dependency?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-are-you-enabling-dependency-2/) - 5 Big Questions Question #2 - Are You Enabling Dependency? No one seeks to enable dependency with their adult children. Well, maybe a few people do, but most of us want to help our kids without enabling them. Unfortunately, no one sent us to adult-child parenting school, and we sometimes get it wrong. If you
- [Reinventing Your Relationship with Your Adult Children: Do You Want it More Than They Want it?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/reinventing-your-relationship-with-your-adult-children-do-you-want-it-more-than-they-want-it-2/) - 5 Big Questions Question #3 - Do You Want it More Than They Want it? It happens every time I speak on doing life with adult children. A person will come up to me at the end and share a story of their child’s violating their values as a parent. The parent is heartbroken, and
- [9 Tips for Communicating Love to Your Adult Children, Part One](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-tips-for-communicating-love-to-your-adult-children-part-one/) - I loved this blog. Dennis Rainey is a marriage and parenting guru. I thought he did great job with this blog. You can see more from the Raineys here. 9 Tips for Communicating Love to Your Adult Children, Part One Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has
- [How To Help My Kid Find Their Confidence at Every Phase](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-help-my-kid-find-their-confidence-at-every-phase/) - Here is another great blog from our friends at Parent Cue. Holly Crawshaw is an excellent writer and is asking all the right questions in this blog. How To Help My Kid Find Their Confidence at Every Phase At every phase, a kid is asking a question. Well, I mean, they’re always asking a ton
- [Tuesday Video: Tips for Raising Kids with Disabilities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-tips-for-raising-kids-with-disabilities-2/) - This is a great video interview with Kristina Kuzmic and Zach Anner. Zach has a disability and although they are talking about parenting kids with disabilities, it’s just GREAT parenting advice. Very fun interview mixed with great wisdom.
- [Tuesday Video: Adulting 101](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-adulting-101-2/) - Here is a great idea that one school is doing to help kids prepare for adulthood. Maybe parents should make “Adulting 101” part of their parenting process in the home.
- [Culture Post: Family Pets Promote Healthy Child and Adolescent Development](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-family-pets-promote-healthy-child-and-adolescent-development/) - Growing up with a pet can bring greater self-esteem, less loneliness, and enhanced social skills to children and adolescents, according to a newly published study.
- [Tuesday Video: The Art of Omniscient Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-art-of-omniscient-parenting/) - GREAT parenting video from my good friends' Rick and Dane on 'The Art of Omniscient Parenting.' Please click here for link to video
- [Why Porn Might Bring Down This Generation of Young People](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-porn-might-bring-down-this-generation-of-young-people/) - This will be a two part blog on “Our Children and Porn.” Next week’s Monday blog post will be “My Child Was Caught Viewing Porn. What do I do?” Why Porn Might Bring Down This Generation of Young People Perhaps pornography, more than any other issue of today’s culture, has the greatest chance of bringing down
- [9 Things to Do Instead of Yell at Your ADD Child or Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-things-to-do-instead-of-yell-at-your-add-child-or-teen/) - Daniel Amen and the Amen clinics have helped thousands of people struggling with ADD/ADHD and many other issues related to the brain. I thought this was a good basic article that was practical and helpful if your child has ADD. You can get more information on Daniel Amen and his work at: www.amenclinics.com 9 Things to
- [An Elephant Eventually Forgets](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/an-elephant-eventually-forgets/) - Linda Vujnov is the Director of Family Ministry at Mariners Church, Irvine. She is a wonderful person, friend and she is doing great work with family ministry. I loved this article about her daughter. A good reminder for all of us parents. An Elephant Eventually Forgets At some point we were only allowed to call
- [When Pain is All You Have - Why Teenagers Cut Themselves](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-pain-is-all-you-have-why-teenagers-cut-themselves/) - When Pain is All You Have - Why Teenagers Cut Themselves 17-year-old Lauren was despondent over breaking up with her boyfriend. She had never known pain so deep and lingering. She tried to drown her sorrows in her favorite activities but nothing seemed to work. Even a trip to the movies turned sour when she
- [Tuesday Video: The Millennials](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-millennials/) - Saturday Night Live Poking fun at Millennials, but kinda true! :) Please Click for Link to Video
- [ABC's of Ending the Homework Hassle with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/abcs-of-ending-the-homework-hassle-with-your-kids/) - The ABCs of Ending the Homework Hassle with Your Kids With school beginning again, the issue of homework is a hot button for many parents today. In our culture, a lot of parental self-worth seems to be wrapped up in how their kids are doing in school. When kids won’t do their homework, or the
- [Tuesday Video: The Gift of Consequences](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-gift-of-consequences/) - Here is another great parenting tip from my good friends Rick Bundshuh and Dain Spore… So clear and helpful. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: How to Raise Successful Kids without Over-Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-raise-successful-kids-without-over-parenting/) - I think this Ted talk is worth watching. I like the term “over-parenting.” I think some parents are doing that it’s partially creating a failure to launch kids toward responsible adulthood. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Today's Teens Postponing Traditional Milestones on Way to Adulthood](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-todays-teens-postponing-traditional-milestones-on-way-to-adulthood/) - A new study finds that U.S. teenagers are maturing more slowly than past generations, postponing behaviors such as drinking, having sex, going on dates, holding part-time jobs, and driving, when compared to their counterparts in the 1980s and 1990s.
- [Tuesday Video: Real Communication with Your Teenager](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-real-communication-with-your-teenager/) - Another GREAT parenting video from my good friends' Rick and Dane on 'Real Communication with Your Teenager.' Click here for link to video
- [The Social Life of the App Addicted Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-social-life-of-the-app-addicted-teen/) - This is a really impressive blog and infographic on teens being addicted to social media. Practical and insightful. The Social Life of the App Addicted Teen Do you remember the popular song from the late ‘80’s called, Parents Just Don’t Understand by the Fresh Prince, or as he is known today, Will Smith? Even though
- [Culture Gives Birth… to Adolescence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/who-is-that-stranger-in-the-home/) - Culture Gives Birth… to Adolescence Parenting teenagers would be so much easier if we had hundreds of years of consistent wisdom from parents of teenagers to draw from, but we just don’t have it because adolescence as a recognized stage of life is a rather recent concept. Would you be surprised to learn that the
- [Cyberbullying's Chilling Trend: Teens Anonymously Target Themselves Online](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/cyberbullyings-chilling-trend-teens-anonymously-target-themselves-online/) - Here is a most interesting article talking about the fact that 6% of teenagers actually bully themselves online. Cyberbullying's Chilling Trend: Teens Anonymously Target Themselves Online Cyberbullying is not a new phenomenon. But an alarming number of teenagers are anonymously posting mean things online— about themselves. About 6% of kids from the ages of 12 through 17
- [Kids Need Parents with Boundaries](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/kids-need-parents-with-boundaries/) - My friends, Henry Cloud and John Townsend, are two of the smartest and most fun people I know. I reread their updated New York Times best selling book this week, 'Boundaries', and I loved it. Kids Need Parents with Boundaries “Problem kids” don’t evolve in a vacuum. Every problem child generally has a problem context,
- [Culture Post: Early Puberty in Girls May Take Mental Health Toll](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-early-puberty-in-girls-may-take-mental-health-toll/) - Girls who enter puberty early -- possibly as young as 7 -- have a greater risk for developing depression and antisocial behaviors that last at least into their 20s, a new study suggests.
- [Sleep](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sleep/) - Sleep Could it be that adequate sleep is the “magic pill” that helps teens move through adolescence successfully into adulthood? Could it really be that simple? Probably not—but research does demonstrate that sleep provides teens with a protective effect against some significant adolescent issues. My review of recent sleep research involving teens shows a fascinating
- [Adolescence Now Lasts from 10 to 24](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/adolescence-now-lasts-from-10-to-24/) - Years ago I wrote my PhD dissertation on “adolescence.” Back then, we were taught that the teenage years lasted from 13 to 18. No one who studies adolescence believes that myth any longer. This BBC article is much more in line with what I say in my new book, Understanding Your Teen. As the world changes,
- [Dating Violence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/dating-violence/) - Dating Violence In recent years, awareness of teen dating violence has increased markedly. Sadly, dating violence has become a pervasive adolescent issue. Experts define dating violence as not just physical abuse, but also emotional, sexual, or psychological abuse. Although not an exhaustive list, dating violence behaviors can include hitting, slapping, pinching, hair-pulling, non- consensual sexual
- [Culture Post: More U.S. Teens Are Rejecting 'Boy' or 'Girl' Gender Identities](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-more-u-s-teens-are-rejecting-boy-or-girl-gender-identities/) - More teenagers are identifying themselves with nontraditional gender labels such as transgender or gender-fluid, according to a new study.
- [Drug Proof Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/drug-proof-your-kids/) - Drug Proof Your Kids “We never dreamed this would happen to our family.” That simple sentence reveals the confusion and pain of countless parents surprised by the news that their child uses drugs. Caught off guard like so many others, Carol and Robert told me about their son, a leader in his church youth group
- [Keep Your Teen Drivers Safe](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keep-your-teen-drivers-safe/) - Keep Your Teen Drivers Safe Obtaining a driver’s license is still one of the more anticipated rites of passage for adolescents, but in recent years fewer teens have been getting their driver’s licenses. A Federal Highway Administration report with data from 2014 found that there were fewer 16-year-old drivers in the United States than at
- [Suicide](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/suicide/) - Suicide Suicide is the third leading cause of death among teenagers, and the percentage of teens who have seriously considered suicide or made plans for attempting suicide has increased since 2009. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young adults. Among young teen girls, the suicide rate has increased 200% since 1999. Suicide is
- [Sleep](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sleep-2/) - Sleep Could it be that adequate sleep is the “magic pill” that helps teens move through adolescence successfully into adulthood? Could it really be that simple? Probably not—but research does demonstrate that sleep provides teens with a protective effect against some significant adolescent issues. My review of recent sleep research involving teens shows a fascinating
- [Tuesday Video: The Kid No One Would Pick](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-3/) - Pure Inspiration! Click here for link to video
- [Eating Disorders](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/eating-disorders/) - Eating Disorders One of the most common problems affecting teens, especially girls, is eating disorders. Perhaps surprisingly, anorexia, bulimia, and other eating disorders are often issues faced by good kids. These are not the teens who are using drugs, alcohol, or sex to medicate their pain. These are usually the kids who are getting excellent
- [What Parents Can Do To Help Overweight Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-can-do-to-help-overweight-kids/) - What Parents Can Do To Help Overweight Kids According to the Centers for Disease Control, sixty-nine percent of adults in the United States are overweight. In this society of inactivity and processed food, it’s not a surprise that people struggle with weight issues. Teens are no exception. The CDC reports that 20.5 percent of adolescents
- [How to Find the Right Counselor for Your Situation](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-find-the-right-counselor-for-your-situation/) - How to Find the Right Counselor for Your Situation With a teen who is struggling, counseling often becomes a family affair, and there are certainly times when the entire family should be involved. Also, keep in mind that parents can benefit greatly when they seek counseling for themselves. Cathy and I have never hesitated from
- [When Kids Cut Themselves](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/when-kids-cut-themselves/) - When Kids Cut Themselves Seventeen-year-old Lauren was despondent over breaking up with her boyfriend. She had never known pain so deep and lingering. She tried to drown her sorrow in her favorite activities, but nothing seemed to work. Even a trip to the movies turned sour when she noticed her former boyfriend with his new
- [Tuesday Video: Parenting with Guts](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-parenting-with-guts/) - Beth Moore is one of America’s finest Bible teachers. She speaks with authority and authenticity. Here is a 2 minute clip that will make you smile and feel no doubt challenged as a parent. Click here for link to video
- [Culture Post: Most Teens Do Have, and Use, Behavioral Brakes](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-most-teens-do-have-and-use-behavioral-brakes/) - A new study challenges the traditional thinking that adolescence is a time of universal imbalance, with kids lacking cognitive control and taking risks to reap instant rewards.
- [Kids Need Parents Who Are Leaders](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/kids-need-parents-who-are-leaders/) - Kids Need Parents Who Are Leaders I’m afraid too many parents have indulged and enabled their children to such an extent that they have helped create irresponsible and even narcissistic kids. When we have weak, inconsistent discipline and poor boundaries, kids just aren’t willing to grow up. This doesn’t mean teens shouldn't be nurtured and
- [Tuesday Video: Never Share What's Private in a Public Space](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-never-share-whats-private-in-a-public-space/) - Parent Cue has some great short helpful videos to help you along with your parenting. This one is a simple point but very important by Author and Speaker, Jon Acuff. Click here for link to video
- [Five Reasons Your Teen and PreTeen Want You to Set Boundaries (sort of)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-reasons-your-teen-and-preteen-want-you-to-set-boundaries-sort-of/) - Five Reasons Your Teen and PreTeen Want You to Set Boundaries (sort of) Does your preteen or teenager really want boundaries? While you will never hear your teens say to you, “Can you please add some more restrictions to my life?” they really do want to know what’s expected of them and what will be the consequences of
- [The Danger More Pressing than Sex and Drugs for Generation Z](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-danger-more-pressing-than-sex-and-drugs-for-generation-z/) - Joshua Pease has written a most interesting blog regarding Gen Z and their smart phone use. It’s a bit sobering and every parent will need to make sure they are doing what they can to create a media safe home. The Danger More Pressing than Sex and Drugs for Generation Z There’s troubling and encouraging
- [Tuesday Video: A Gospel Perspective on Bullying: What Does Jesus Say to Victims of Bullying?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-gospel-perspective-on-bullying-what-does-jesus-say-to-victims-of-bullying/) - April Wahl is a former teacher and now a very dynamic Middle School Youth Worker. Her perspective on Bullying is excellent. You can learn more about her ministry at www.aprilwahl.org Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Stop Bullying Now](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-stop-bullying-now/) - This is a powerful video on bullying from a Christian perspective. It even will talk about how Jesus was bullied and what he did. Click here for link to video.
- [Tuesday Video: Every Teenager NEEDS to Hear This](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-every-teenager-needs-to-hear-this/) - This is a very inspirational video with great insight about teens and their friendships. Click here for link to video
- [6 Reasons Why Sports are Great for Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/6-reasons-why-sports-are-great-for-kids/) - Tim Frechette is the founder and editor of athleticlift.com. His articles mainly focus on the great sport of volleyball. In this guest blog, Tim gives several reasons why involvement in sports is so important for many kids. I grew up playing all kinds of sports and I really think it gave me a boost with
- [Culture Post: All School and No Work Becoming the Norm for American Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-all-school-and-no-work-becoming-the-norm-for-american-teens/) - Teenagers (16–19-year-olds) have shifted away from working or seeking work, with a total decline in teen labor force participation of 15.9 percentage points from 2000 to 2018.
- [Culture Post: Failure to Launch: Parents Are Barriers to Teen Independence](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/culture-post-failure-to-launch-parents-are-barriers-to-teen-independence/) - A national poll found that while most parents say they are doing enough to prepare their teen for adulthood, they gave low rankings of their teen's ability to handle basic tasks.
- [Tuesday Video: Like the Lap Bar on a Roller Coaster, Teens Will Test You to See if You Will Hold](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-like-the-lap-bar-on-a-roller-coaster-teens-will-test-you-to-see-if-you-will-hold/) - Our kids need to know that when their lives are uncertain, we are certain.
- [Tuesday Video: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/grit-the-power-of-passion-and-perserverance/) - Angela Duckworth has inspired me personally with her book and presentations on Grit. Come to find out, it's not the smartest or the most talented kids who succeeds, it's the one with grit which is perseverance and passion. I even took her thoughts and created something on marital grit which I believe can help create
- [How to Stop Cyberbullying: What Every Parent Should Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-stop-cyberbullying-what-every-parent-should-know/) - "I ran across this excellent blog article on How to Stop Cyberbullying by Daniel Grammer. This blog is taken from a website called “The Bark Blog For The Connected Family.” It looks really good. You may want to check out more info at www.bark.us.” At Bark, we've witnessed firsthand just how prevalent cyberbullying is among
- [Tuesday Video:  If I Could Keep You Little](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-if-i-could-keep-you-little/) - A very moving and beautiful video about a healthy way for a parent to think about their child growing up. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: 50 Famous Parental Sayings](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-50-famous-parental-sayings/) - I love this one minute video on “things parents say,” by comedian Andy Andrews. It will make you smile. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Be a Mr. Jensen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-be-a-mr-jensen/) - Great story of one adult believing in a kid. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Ruby the Treasure](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-ruby-the-treasure/) - Meet Ruby. She is one of twelve people in the world diagnosed with Stromme Syndrome. What a special inspirational girl. She made me smile today. I think she will make you smile too. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  Teens & Cutting - What Parents Need to Know](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teens-cutting-what-parents-need-to-know/) - Josh Shipp has so many good videos on teen behaviors. Check his YouTube Channel out at HeyJosh.com This one is on teens and cutting and what every parents should know. Self harm is an epidemic among tweens/teens as anxiety and depression is on the rise. Parents need to stay informed & aware. Click here for
- [Tuesday Video:  Duolingo for Talking to Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-duolingo-for-talking-to-children/) - Just a fun look at talking with kids from Saturday Night Live. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  Texting While Driving Changed Liz Marks' Life](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-texting-while-driving-changed-liz-marks-life/) - Watch this video about texting while driving and then consider showing to your kids. There are some pretty graphic photos of injuries to a beautiful young 17 year old, so this video is not for younger kids. It's an invaluable message. Click here for link to video
- [10 Reasons Teens Have So Much Anxiety Today](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/10-reasons-teens-have-so-much-anxiety-today/) - "I think this blog describes why teens (and many adults too) are struggling with so much anxiety. This is worth the quick read for every parent.” The New York Times recently published an article called, "Why Are More American Teenagers Than Ever Suffering From Severe Anxiety?" The author chronicled several teens' battle with anxiety over
- [Tuesday Video:  An Extraordinary Surprise](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-an-extraordinary-surprise/) - I wanted to start the new year off with one the most inspiring stories I saw on video all year. Click here for link to video
- [Adolescent Research: Late 2019 Update on E-Cigarettes, Vaping and Teenagers](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/adolescent-research-late-2019-update-on-e-cigarettes-vaping-and-teenagers/) - "Everyone who works with kids is deeply concerned about the increase in nicotine use with kids. Vaping is not only on the increase (even with all the bad press) but it’s extremely dangerous. For years, nicotine use among kids has been on the decrease. Not anymore. Vaping has changed all that. My good friend and
- [Five Reasons Your Teen and PreTeen Want You to Set Boundaries (sort of)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-reasons-your-teen-and-preteen-want-you-to-set-boundaries-sort-of-2/) - Five Reasons Your Teen and PreTeen Want You to Set Boundaries (sort of) Does your preteen or teenager really want boundaries? While you will never hear your teens say to you, “Can you please add some more restrictions to my life?” they really do want to know what’s expected of them and what will be the consequences of
- [Tuesday Video: Digital Insanity: Can We Auto Correct Humanity?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-digital-insanity-can-we-auto-correct-humanity/) - This video is GREAT on several levels. No surprise that this generation is the most overstimulated when it comes to our focus on the world of digital media. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  Burger King Bully](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-burger-king-bully/) - Some videos I add to the blog are for your own inspiration. This video is a good one to share with your kids. Bullying is getting to be a bigger and bigger problem with young people and this video reminds us of a great lesson. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  Addicted to Phones](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-addicted-to-phones/) - I’m guessing most people truly are addicted to their phones. This is a most insightful video that will cause anyone to pause and think about their phone and social media use. Well worth your time. Click here for link to video
- [Passing Faith to Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/passing-faith-to-your-children/) - Do you know what the most often quoted scripture of all time is? Many Christians might answer John 3:16 or maybe Psalm 23, but the most often quoted Scripture from the Bible is by far Deuteronomy 6:4-9. Here’s why: Every morning and every evening in Orthodox Jewish homes, this scripture is said aloud. It is
- [Tuesday Video:  Teens Baffled By Rotary Phone](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teens-baffled-by-rotary-phone/) - Times have changed. Fun video of teenagers attempting to use a rotary phone. Click here for link to video
- [5 Tips to Unleashing Your Child's Creativity](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-tips-to-unleashing-your-childs-creativity/) - "Great practical blog. This may be affirming to many parents who are already doing this." Look at the world around you… I think you’d agree that we are created in the image of a very creative God. That’s why we call Him… Creator. He has put his creative nature inside of each and every one
- [Tuesday Video:  Get Your Teen to Open Up to You](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-get-your-teen-to-open-up-to-you/) - Josh Shipp is a GREAT communicator and he "gets" teenager and pre-teens. This video is well worth your 5 minutes of time. Josh is one of my favorite teen behavior experts. You can get more information about him at JoshShipp.com. Click here for link to video
- [Avoid Arguing with Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/avoid-arguing-with-your-kids/) - You can't effectively discipline your teenager if you continually find yourself in the middle of an argument with them. When disciplining, conversations may become heated, so use good communication skills and agree to walk away until you've both calmed down. The best way to avoid an argument is by refusing to engage in one. When
- [Tuesday Video: Forever Now - Michael Buble](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-forever-now-michael-buble/) - Love this beautiful reminder that kids grow up fast. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  3-Year-Old Recites Affirmation on Way to School](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-3-year-old-recites-affirmation-on-way-to-school/) - #Smart, Blessed, Invincible I loved this cute little video reminding us that we can even teach little kids great thoughts. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Some Good News with John Krasinski](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-some-good-news-with-john-krasinski/) - I loved this video done by actor John Krasinski. It was done at home under a fun, new program called SGN, which stands for Some Good News. The program is incredibly inspirational. My favorite segment was the very last one. But I loved it all. It’s 15 minutes long but the time goes by very
- [Drug Proof Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/drug-proof-your-kids-2/) - “We never dreamed this would happen to our family.” Those were the exact words of Carol and Robert as they told me about their son who was a leader in his church youth group and until recently a very good student. Sometimes really good parents have kids who still make really poor choices. In this
- [Tuesday Video:  Why Teenagers Are God's Revenge](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-why-teenagers-are-gods-revenge/) - Jeff Allen is one of my favorite clean comedians. This short video about Teenagers is worth the watch. Very funny. Click here for link to video
- [Pornography Can Take Down Your Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/pornography-can-take-down-your-teen/) - Pornography is wreaking havoc on the minds and hearts of teenagers today. It’s definitely not a feel-good parenting topic, but it must be addressed and discussed with your teen. It’s possible you made it through the teen years without viewing pornography. That is probably not the case with your teen. In fact, if your child
- [Solid Advice on Helping Your Kids With Screen Time](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/solid-advice-on-helping-your-kids-with-screen-time/) - "Esther is a very special friend of Cathy’s and mine. She has spent much of her adult life working as a missionary in the Philippines and before that in Korea. This guest blog is a great reminder to monitor screen time with our kids." Back when I was doing full time youth ministry in the
- [What is the Real Impact of Violent Video Games?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-is-the-real-impact-of-violent-video-games/) - "I think this is a very important blog to read on the impact of playing violent video games. Fuller Youth Institute is an incredible resource for you as a parent on many levels and their blogs on Navigating Our Digital World are outstanding. Check out their website fulleryouthinstitute.org." Are violent video games as bad as
- [The Power of Believing in Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-power-of-believing-in-your-kids/) - Another important ingredient in parenting is expressing your belief in your kids. Most young people struggle with a poor or improper self-image. They play the comparison game and see that someone is always smarter, prettier, more coordinated or richer than they are. They need someone in their lives who believes in them, even when they
- [Tuesday Video: How To Talk With Children About Racism](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-talk-to-children-about-racism/) - I did this video for my church and they were gracious enough to let us adapt it for our HomeWord audience. We can all do better when it comes to helping our children understand that “all humankind is created in the image of God." Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: The Dumb Fight I Started Last Week](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-dumb-fight-i-started-last-week/) - Jon Acuff has some really great advice about handling the pandemic. Jon is one of the most creative people I know and you can subscribe to his Youtube Channel here. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Depends on Whose Hands It's In](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-depends-on-whose-hands-its-in/) - I thought this was a GREAT illustration to remember and then pass on to our kids. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Eating Twinkies with God](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-eating-twinkies-with-god/) - When I was in college I heard a man speak and he said, “You are the only Jesus somebody knows!” That one sentence made a profound impact on my life. This short video reminds me of those words. Click here for link to video
- [Parent Research: Parents Crave Responsibility in Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/parent-research-parents-crave-responsibility-in-teens/) - "Jim Liebelt is a friend and co-worker at HomeWord. He is the creator of the HomeWord Culture Blog which a few years ago was awarded one of the top Culture Blogs in the world. He is a researcher and all around wonderful guy. Jim and his wife Jenny live near Boston, Massachusetts. One of the
- [Positive Deposits You Can Make in Your Child's Life (part 5)](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/positive-deposits-you-can-make-in-your-childs-life-part-5/) - Part 5 of 5 In the space below, make a list of positive deposits that you can make in your child’s life during the next month. As you write out what the deposits will be, make a mark beside each one as to whether it will be Affection, Warmth or Encouragement. Obviously, some of the
- [The Only Six Words Parents Need To Say To Their Kids About Sports—or Any Performance](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-only-six-words-parents-need-to-say-to-their-kids-about-sports-or-any-performance/) - I LOVED Brad Griffin’s blog about kids and sports. Parents put his advice into your parenting life! So good. For more great blogs and information go to FullerYouthInstitute.org. I tend to be a disgruntled sports parent. I get concerned about the ways our culture obsesses about young people’s performance. It only takes a walk to
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 1](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-1/) - This is a seven-part series on the important issues of talking with our kids about sex, drugs and media. All research tells us the more positive value centered education on these subjects from home, the better kids do. Enjoy, and yet be challenged to take a very active lead in the battle for your children’s
- [Tuesday Video: Andy Andrews Amazing Grace](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-andy-andrews-amazing-grace/) - Andy Andrews is a comedian from the South. He is fun, funny and this bit is about singing a rendition of the song Amazing Grace in church at age 7. He got a spanking for it☺. Enjoy. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video:  Middle Schoolers During Quarantine](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-middle-schoolers-during-quarantine/) - The quarantine has changed the way we have to parent. This is a fun and funny video of dealing with a middle schooler who is driving a parent crazy. Enjoy. Click here for link to video
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 5](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-5/) - (This is part 5 of a seven-part series) A Guide to Safe Surfing 1. Consider a quality Web filter for young children and young teens. This is not the only answer, but it’s a good start. 2. Keep the computer with online access out of children’s rooms or any backroom that is out of the
- [Sex, Drugs, and Media part 7](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sex-drugs-and-media-part-7/) - I loved doing this series on my blog about Sex, Drugs and Media. This last one is actually something I wrote a long time ago. It is a questionnaire for parents to help discern if their children might just be having some trouble with alcohol or drugs. My experience is that many well-meaning parents are
- [Make Sure the Consequences Fit the Crime](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/make-sure-the-consequences-fit-the-crime/) - Make Sure the Consequences Fit the Crime Our children should expect minor consequences for minor infractions and major consequences for major infractions. Some parents tend to panic when their children begin to rebel just a bit, but we should be consistent and not overreact to our children’s moving toward independence. If they are a few
- [13 Ways to Build Resilience In Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/13-ways-to-build-resilience-in-your-children/) - I’m not sure we think enough about the issue of building resilience with our kids. I thought this was another excellent blog from ChristianParenting.org. Also, don’t forget to check out their incredible Virtual Parenting event called “Perfectly Imperfect Parenting.” Great title! As a kid, were you raised to explore, take small risks, and learn from
- [Tuesday Video: Thank you, God](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-thank-you-god/) - I LOVE this video and I LOVE the Skit Guys. This is a great reminder to “thank God in all circumstances.” Super inspirational. For more great videos with deep inspiration and humor go to SKITGUYS.COM. Click here for link to video
- [Stressproofing Our Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/stressproofing-our-kids/) - Stressproofing Our Kids Adult stress-related diseases have never been worse, and authorities tell us that adult stress-related disease has its roots in childhood. It’s a simple fact that stressed-out parents almost inevitably pass their stress along to their children. The only good stress is stress that is short-lived. Medical, psychological and spiritual authorities agree that
- [Is My Child Overstressed?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-my-child-overstressed/) - Last week my blog was on StressProofing Our Kids and Families. This week I want to suggest you take Dr. Arch Hart’s excellent little test to measure the stress in your kid’s lives. It’s called “Is My Child Overstressed?” It’s quick and easy to take and often reveals some really good insight to the pace
- [Tuesday Video: A Moving Story About Gratitude](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-a-moving-story-about-gratitude/) - This is a great reminder to be grateful…And today, I’m especially thinking about teachers. Click here for link to video
- [Kids Need Parents with Boundaries](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/kids-need-parents-with-boundaries-2/) - My friends, Henry Cloud and John Townsend, are two of the smartest and most fun people I know. I reread their updated New York Times best selling book this week, 'Boundaries', and I loved it. Kids Need Parents with Boundaries “Problem kids” don’t evolve in a vacuum. Every problem child generally has a problem context,
- [The Five Love Languages for Your Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-five-love-languages-for-your-children/) - I have often teased that between the number of Gary Chapman’s books that I have purchased to give away and the number of times I have suggested that someone buy his marriage and parenting resources, I have probably helped purchase his family’s home. His material on the five languages of love is a part of
- [4 Ways to go for Grit Over Grades This Year](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/4-ways-to-go-for-grit-over-grades-this-year/) - I really like Brad Griffin's take on "grit over grades" with your kids. This is definitely worth the read. Fulleryouthinstitute.org. “What do you think matters more—talent or effort?” The two 14-year-old girls in the back of my car had been talking about their adventures at the mall on our ride home, but turned the corner
- [Tuesday Video: Digital Insanity: Can We Auto Correct Humanity?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-digital-insanity-can-we-auto-correct-humanity-2/) - This video is GREAT on several levels. No surprise that this generation is the most overstimulated when it comes to our focus on the world of digital media. Click here for link to video
- [How Earplugs Can Help You Parent Better](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-earplugs-can-help-you-parent-better/) - This is an excellent blog on several levels. First, Jenn Curtis is a wonderful person with great insight on what it takes to help your kids (and you☺) choose a good college and thrive. Secondly, she is spot on as she deals with how to handle the distractions our kids face to make good education
- [Tuesday Video: Never Give Up-Nick Vujicic](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-get-back-up-nick-vujicic/) - “Nick Vujicic is one of the most inspiring people I know. You can’t watch this video without being inspired.” Click here for link to video
- [Invest Time In Communication](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/invest-time-in-communication/) - Invest Time In Communication I disagree with the parenting specialists who say that if you can’t give your kids quantity time, then give them quality time. I think your kids deserve both. I found that my finest discussions with my own children came during the quantity times, not the so-called quality times. I’d be driving
- [Tuesday Video: My 3-Year-Old Son is a Girl Now](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-my-3-year-old-son-is-a-girl-now/) - Parents this parody video may not be “perfectly politically correct” but it’s a great reminder that we are to LEAD as parents. We are in charge and our kids are not. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Nursery Rhymes](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-nursery-rhymes/) - Mike Goodwin is a funny guy. His comedy bit on the nursery rhymes we grew up on is fun. Enjoy. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Duolingo for Talking to Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-duolingo-for-talking-to-children-2/) - We all have relatives who aren’t exactly great talking with kids. This Saturday Night Live Skit Video could help! Actually, it’s just a funny few minutes and, well….kind of true. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: The Present](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-present/) - This video is a great story for kids and their parents. Click here for link to video
- [Play Builds Family Memories and Reduces Stress](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/play-builds-family-memories-and-reduces-stress/) - Play Builds Family Memories and Reduces Stress Have you ever noticed that at extended family gatherings much of the conversation is about past family experiences? “Do you remember the time Grandpa fell in the lake when we were fishing?” “I will never forget the trip we took to Disneyland” and so on. Once at a
- [Tuesday Video: The Differences Between Eldest, Middle, And Youngest Siblings](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-differences-between-eldest-middle-and-youngest-siblings/) - If you haven't seen TJ Therrien's video on the differences between oldest, middle and youngest siblings, you'll have to check this out. He has some great ones. Click here for link to video
- [Humor and the Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/humor-and-the-family/) - Humor and the Family Humor heals broken families. A friend of mine once said, “Family jokes, though rightly cursed by strangers, are the bond that keeps most families alive.” Our family has favorite funny stories about our trips that crack us up every time but can’t be translated to others because “you had to be
- [Tuesday Video: The Kid No One Would Pick](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-kid-no-one-would-pick/) - Pure Inspiration. Click here for link to video
- [Traditions and the Family](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/traditions-and-the-family/) - Traditions and the Family Some of the previous generations did a better job than we do with building family traditions. As I have mentioned before, when extended families get together for a holiday, much of the conversation is centered around family traditions and family stories. Families tell many of the same stories year after year
- [Tuesday Video: School Year: Start vs End](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-school-year-start-vs-end/) - Love this video. It’s a parody on doing school during Covid and more…It’s fun and also a bit too real. Click here for link to video
- [Five Biblical Truths to Anchor Your Children’s Identity in Christ](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/five-biblical-truths-to-anchor-your-childrens-identity-in-christ/) - I have really enjoyed getting to know all the great things at Christianparenting.com. They have some wonderful blogs and podcasts. I really thought this blog by Nikki Evanson did a great job helping parents learn to anchor their children’s identity in Christ. Five biblical truths to anchor your children’s identity in Christ I couldn’t help
- [Tuesday Video: Be a Mr. Jensen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-be-a-mr-jensen-2/) - Love this story. We can all be a “Mr. Jensen” to a child. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Can I Handle What's Actually In Front of Me?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-can-i-handle-whats-actually-in-front-of-me/) - Here is a great video on how to celebrate more than worry. When we play the “what if” game in our head we too often lose. 85% of things we worry about never happen. Worry leaks all over our day and relationships and makes things worse. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: How to be a Great Parent](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-be-a-great-parent/) - I love the words of this video. Often parents will ask me, “Am I doing this parenting thing right?” Usually, they are doing a great job but the rewards come much later. Don’t pass up this 3 minute motivational speech on parenting. Click here for link to video
- [Two More Basic Financial Principles](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/two-more-basic-financial-principles/) - Last week I wrote about two financial principles: Spend less than you make and A budget is a must. Today I want to add two more principles that are just as important. Two More Basic Financial Principles Debt Is Slavery Credit, interest and debt are just poor stewardship. Take Del and Elaine for example. They
- [Tuesday Video: Parenting Tips | Communication with Teens | Rick & Dain](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-parenting-tips-communication-with-teens-rick-dain/) - Here are some great tips from my friends in Kauai Rick and Dain. They know their stuff and this video is delivered in a great way to learn. Click here for link to video
- [How to Be a Positive Technology Use Role Model for Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-be-a-positive-technology-use-role-model-for-your-kids/) - This blog has several GREAT reminders on creating a media safe home. One of the most often asked questions or concerns we get from parents is about use of technology. It’s a complicated world out there and parents must do everything we can to get a better handle on it. Overview: Kids learn as much
- [Faithful Stewardship](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/faithful-stewardship/) - Faithful Stewardship Howard Dayton is a friend and hero of mine who started a wonderful organization called Crown Ministries. Crown takes the concept of financial stewardship and trains thousands of men and women to be faithful with their financial resources. I have called Crown a healing-and-deliverance mission for the vast number of people who need
- [Financial Education for Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/financial-education-for-children/) - Financial Education for Children If a couple doesn’t have a proactive training process for their children’s morals and values, then they probably won’t be doing much to train their children to handle finances in a right way either. It’s probably because the couple themselves still have a great deal of work to do in both
- [Tuesday Video: Eating Twinkies with God](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-eating-twinkies-with-god-2/) - When I was in college I heard a man speak and he said, “You are the only Jesus somebody knows!” That one sentence made a profound impact on my life. This short video reminds me of those words. Click here for link to video
- [Create A Family Constitution](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/create-a-family-constitution/) - Create a Family Constitution The Constitution of the United States of America documents the foundational laws for governing our country. These are the basic, or essential, rules from which our government derives other laws. If a constitution is important for a country or a value statement is important for a business, then why don’t more
- [Tuesday Video: Look Up](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-look-up/) - I love this video. It’s a wonderful reminder for anyone who can get caught up too much time on the phone and social media. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: David & Dreena Peck's Story](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-david-dreena-pecks-story/) - I love this incredible couple. They know what it takes to have a great marriage and be excellent parents. I challenge people all the time to read one marriage book a year one parenting book. If you can read it together it puts you more on the same page. If there is ever anything we
- [Tuesday Video: Teens Baffled By Rotary Phone](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teens-baffled-by-rotary-phone-2/) - Times have changed. Fun video of teenagers attempting to use a rotary phone. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Who is God?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-who-is-god/) - This is a fun video with kids explaining “Who is God?” Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: One Of The Most Inspirational Speeches From Gangsters](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-one-of-the-most-inspirational-speeches-from-gangsters/) - There is a great message behind Gregory Boyle’s video. His work with gangs is incredibly inspiring. We can all learn from so many different types of people. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: The Art of Omniscient Parenting](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-art-of-omniscient-parenting/) - GREAT parenting video from my good friends’ Rick and Dane on ‘The Art of Omniscient Parenting.’ Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: How to parent a teen from a teen’s perspective](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-how-to-parent-a-teen-from-a-teens-perspective/) - Love this video with a very sharp teenager giving parenting advice. You will enjoy and yes, we can always learn something from our kids. Click here for link to video
- [9 Things to Do Instead of Yell at Your ADD Child or Teen](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/9-things-to-do-instead-of-yell-at-your-add-child-or-teen-2/) - Daniel Amen and the Amen clinics have helped thousands of people struggling with ADD/ADHD and many other issues related to the brain. I thought this was a good basic article that was practical and helpful if your child has ADD. You can get more information on Daniel Amen and his work at: www.amenclinics.com. 9 Things
- [Tuesday Video: Consequences of Over Protected Children](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-consequences-of-over-protected-children/) - Jordan Peterson is a parenting expert worth your time. His advice is solid on this short video on the consequences of over protecting our children. I thought comments on the age of parents changing was interesting as well. Click here for link to video
- [Is My Kid Addicted to Technology?](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/is-my-kid-addicted-to-technology/) - This is a great blog from ParentCue.org with helpful ideas on helping your kids navigate technology We live in a digital world. Laptops. Tablets. Smartphones. Smart TVs. There are so many devices that occupy our kids’ attention. Controlling screen time is an ever-present task for parents, but it can be tricky because screens are literally
- [Why Porn Might Bring Down This Generation of Teens](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/why-porn-might-bring-down-this-generation-of-teens/) - [Editor’s Note: During the COVID-19 pandemic many families were mostly confined to their homes. It was likely that your kids were spending much more time using digital devices. So, it was possible that as stay-at-home time lingered on, teens may have been tempted to search online for content they otherwise would not. This may have
- [I’m Worried My Child Is Self-Harming](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/im-worried-my-child-is-self-harming/) - This is an important topic for every parent to read. Far too many kids are leaning into self-harm. Dr. Chinwé Williams did a GREAT job with this blog. I’m Worried My Child Is Self-Harming Plenty of things keep parents up at night. I can only think of a few that elicit more confusion to a
- [Tuesday Video: Sexual Integrity - Jim Burns](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-sexual-integrity-jim-burns/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever changing culture. This is the fourth video in the series. Let me know what you think. Blessings, Jim. Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Teacher Gives Children Opportunity to be Seen and Accepted](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-teacher-gives-children-opportunity-to-be-seen-and-accepted/) - I love this video. Here is a teacher who interviews kids who learn differently and have special needs. Inspiring. Mark 9:37: “When you welcome a child you welcome me, (Jesus) and not just me but the One who sent me.” Click here for link to video
- [Tuesday Video: Talking to Your Kids About Porn](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-talking-to-your-kids-about-porn/) - One of the most often requested topics parents ask us about is teaching their children healthy sexuality, especially in this ever changing culture. This is the last video in the series. Let me know what you think. Blessings, Jim. Click here for link to video
- [Practical Ways to Teach Your Children to Pray](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/practical-ways-to-teach-your-children-to-pray/) - Can’t think of anything more important to teach your children. Practical Ways to Teach Your Children to Pray When one thinks about the great men and women of faith they can visualize their strength of character, their personal holiness, and their exercise of the disciplines of the Christian faith. Whether reading the Word of God,
- [The Warning Signs of Depression and Anxiety in Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-warning-signs-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-kids/) - Another great blog from Dr. Chinwé Williams on the ParentCue website. Depression and anxiety in kids is at an all-time high. Parents must be proactive and ready to help their children and no child is immune. The Warning Signs of Depression and Anxiety in Kids As adults, it can be easy to assume that kids,
- [The Reality of Fear and What to Do Next](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-reality-of-fear-and-what-to-do-next/) - Sarah Anderson wrote a great blog about talking with our kids about their fears. The Reality of Fear and What to Do Next [One day] I asked my two boys what they were most afraid of. My youngest, without skipping a beat, told me water buffalos and cobras. My oldest, still only seven, told me,
- [Tuesday Video: The Gift of Consequences](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-the-gift-of-consequences-2/) - Here is a great parenting tip from my good friends Rick Bundshuh and Dain Spore. So clear and helpful.
- [Tuesday Video: Parenting Tips with Rebecca Sassenrath](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-parenting-tips-with-rebecca-sassenrath/) - Rebecca Sassenrath is longtime friend of Cathy and me, as well as a life coach. This is a 2-minute tip on parenting that I think is especially important for all parents to remember. Thank God parenting is so much more than a vocation, it’s a relationship. Visit rebecca4realife.com to learn more about Rebecca.
- [Developing Character and Responsibility](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/developing-character-and-responsibility-2/) - Developing Character and Responsibility One of the ironies of parenting is that we have to give our kids freedom to fail in order for them to grow up. If you over-parent your teenager, your actions are shouting to your teen that you don’t believe she can succeed by herself. We must go through the process
- [Keep Your Teen Drivers Safe](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/keep-your-teen-drivers-safe-2/) - Keep Your Teen Drivers Safe Obtaining a driver’s license is still one of the more anticipated rites of passage for adolescents, but in recent years fewer teens have been getting their driver’s licenses. A Federal Highway Administration report with data from 2014 found that there were fewer 16-year-old drivers in the United States than at
- [Adolescent Development and Sleep](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/sleep-3/) - Sleep Could it be that adequate sleep is the “magic pill” that helps teens move through adolescence successfully into adulthood? Could it really be that simple? Probably not—but research does demonstrate that sleep provides teens with a protective effect against some significant adolescent issues. My review of recent sleep research involving teens shows a fascinating
- [Adolescence Now Lasts from 10 to 24](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/adolescence-now-lasts-from-10-to-24-2/) - Years ago I wrote my PhD dissertation on “adolescence.” Back then, we were taught that the teenage years lasted from 13 to 18. No one who studies adolescence believes that myth any longer. This BBC article is much more in line with what I say in my book, Understanding Your Teen. As the world changes,
- [How to Reduce the Risks of Dating Violence for Your Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/how-to-reduce-the-risks-of-dating-violence-for-your-kids/) - How to Reduce the Risks of Dating Violence for Your Kids In recent years, exposure and awareness regarding the issue of teen dating violence has increased markedly. Sadly, dating violence has become a pervasive adolescent issue. Experts define dating violence as not just physical abuse, but it may also be perpetrated through emotional or psychological
- [Tuesday Video: Parenting With Guts](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/tuesday-video-parenting-with-guts-2/) - Beth Moore is one of America’s finest Bible teachers. She speaks with authority and authenticity. Here is a 2 minute clip that will make you smile and feel no doubt challenged as a parent.
- [What Parents Can Do To Help Overweight Kids](https://homeword.com/jims-blog/what-parents-can-do-to-help-overweight-kids-2/) - What Parents Can Do To Help Overweight Kids According to the Centers for Disease Control, sixty-nine percent of adults in the United States are overweight. In this society of inactivity and processed food, it’s not a surprise that people struggle with weight issues. Teens are no exception. The CDC reports that 22.2 percent of adolescents

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