Home Life by Bev and Phil Haas A couple we know have perfect children—or so it seems to us. Unlike our kids, their kids rarely get into trouble and always do what their parents say. Where did we go wrong? Let’s begin by acknowledging no child is perfect regardless of how it may appear […]
Stop bullying
Home Life by Bev and Phil Haas My son has been bullied at middle school and now it’s happening at church. I’ve talked to other parents and learned that some of their children have been targeted by the same bully. I’ve brought it to the attention of our youth minister, but nothing has been done. […]
Mistaken behavior
Home Life by Bev and Phil Haas I’ve heard other parents say their kids were driving them crazy. I never thought I’d say that, but now I’m starting to think it. I’m frustrated with my kids’ misbehavior. How can I keep from becoming a nagging parent? Understanding the difference between misbehavior and mistaken behavior […]
Before you begin a family ministry
Home Life by Bev and Phil Haas Our church is looking at the possibility of beginning a family ministry. We’ve put together a team of people who are in the “thinking about it” stage. What are your thoughts on our next step? There’s a proven process outlined by Charles Sell in his classic textbook, […]
A lifelong faith
Home Life by Bev and Phil Haas We want our children to have a lifelong faith in God. We realize it won’t happen automatically. So how can we intentionally nurture their faith so that it lasts a lifetime? Our family ministry team at church has been grappling with this same concern. According to Rainer […]
