Forgiving someone can be difficult, since we are human—it initially feels good to our human nature to stay angry. However, when we forgive, we are acting as Christ would act and fulfilling His desire for us. When our children learn to forgive, they grow more like Jesus and ultimately become happier people. Let’s examine the …
The quality of trustworthiness is a foreign concept to many adults, yet good parents will always seek to pass on this trait to their children. It is often a challenge to even describe the concept of being trustworthy, but understanding helps us practice good habits. We understand that trustworthiness has to do with obedience, but …
It is very easy for humans to think they are pure and clean. Adults especially are often prideful, even when it’s hidden down deep inside. Most often the assumption of “being a good person” is reached when people compare themselves with those around them. However, God has a different measuring stick for our lives. His …
Cheerfulness is a character trait that is certainly missing from many lives! This elusive quality is hard for many people to understand, because in such a world as ours, how can anyone be truly cheerful? The child of God can show cheerfulness as a result of faith in God, knowing that He provides and that …
Emotions are a large part of life. Emotions are feelings that range from love to hate, from courage to fear, from happiness to sadness, and from anger to calmness. Humans are built to have emotions, and we all experience strong feelings. Helping your children learn to recognize and control their own emotions is a huge …
The character trait of thoughtfulness is definitely not one that just happens naturally; it must be developed. The more mature the child, the more thoughtful of others he or she should become, especially as the young person grows in Christ. There are certainly many teens and adults who are not very thoughtful, and whenever a …
Everyone, everywhere, needs a friend. As children mature and begin to notice other people and not just themselves, they can learn to listen and look for people who need friendship. Even babies and preschool children interact with each other and exhibit social behaviors that will serve them well as they develop. The more we encourage …
On June 6, 1944, in Normandy, France, waves of American soldiers hit the beach, known by code name “OMAHA.” As the soldiers landed at the beach at 6:30 a.m., most of them were killed instantly. A few took cover by a seawall for protection. As the next waves arrived, the number of soldiers caused a …