By Brian Jennings How can we set good new year goals as a family? A few years ago I set two goals for the year: 1—Finish my book manuscript. 2—Keep the little basket for my wallet and keys tidy. One year later I figured 50 percent wasn’t bad. A manuscript was done. My basket, on […]
Surviving Your Extended Family
By Phil & Bev Haas It’s not easy to admit, but my extended family is a mess. The thought of spending time with them over the Christmas holidays is distressing. I’m guessing I need an attitude adjustment as well as some suggestions on how to make the most of this time. Here’s a story we […]
Teaching Respect
By Bev & Phil Haas How can I teach my children to show respect in a culture that cares less and less about the feelings and rights of others? At times it seems like respect is becoming a thing of the past, both for children and adults. Christianity has always been counter-cultural. Followers of Jesus […]
Dealing with Our Differences
By Bev & Phil Haas My husband and I are so different. At times it seems we have very little in common. What can we do to keep our differences from driving us apart? It’s good you’ve taken the first step by admitting that you and your spouse are different. According to the Bible, that […]
Sheltering Your Kids
By Bev and Phil Haas There are lots of disturbing things happening in our world. Is it more loving to shelter our kids or allow them to be exposed to the realities of this world? The following response is from our son, Brian, who is a young pastor in northern Georgia. Brian and his wife, […]