By Bev and Phil Haas Looking back on my childhood, my mom was around a lot but my dad wasn’t. He worked hard for long hours and had little energy left when he came home. I appreciate that he provided for us, but I wish he had spent more time with us. Now that I’m […]
Turning Your Worries into Prayers
By Bev and Phil Haas I’m finally admitting it—I worry about my kids. My husband says I worry way too much and should dial it back. So I’m looking for ways to stop worrying. Got any suggestions? The truth is, we live in perilous times, and many people, especially parents, are experiencing high levels of […]
Simplify Your Family Life
By Bev and Phil Haas Our family life is busier than ever, and there’s no end in sight. My husband and I are having an ongoing conversation about what we can do to simplify our family life. Do you have any ideas we ought to consider? Our world has become so complex and busy, even […]
Helping a Depressed Friend
By Bev and Phil Haas My friend seems to be having a difficult time. She’s confided she’d just like to get in the car and drive away; other times I’ve checked on her because she’s stayed home from work. She’s started refusing to get out of bed, losing weight, and not really taking care of […]
Becoming a Storyteller
By Bev and Phil Haas I remember my dad telling us stories about God and how to live a good life. I want to do the same with my kids, but I’m not a good storyteller. It’s encouraging to hear about an involved dad who understands that stories are a powerful way to connect with […]