Traditions are a powerful force in the life of a family. They are a needed element as you build the culture and texture of your family by forming and reinforcing what you want your family to believe, do, and be. Their power is in their ability to bring identity, stability, memories, and teach shared values. Learn more about the importance of family traditions in todays #FamilyFriday.
One of the Greatest Gifts You Can Give to Your Kids
So many times, our family life becomes consumed by our kids and the activities surrounding our kids. We often get lost in the fray of these things because of a good desire to give our kids great lives, memorable experiences, and meaningful gifts. But one of the sure fire ways to destroy our families is to make it all about our kids. Join me today on our #FamilyFriday discussion as we learn that one of the greatest gifts we can give to our kids is a strong and loving marriage to our spouse.
Don't Judge Your Life by Facebook
You’re looking at Facebook (or Instagram or Twitter) and all of a sudden you think, “Why isn’t my life like that? Why is their life so perfect? I work hard at loving my spouse, raising my kids, and working my job. I deserve a picture-perfect life too!” Be careful to not judge your life by Facebook. Learn to combat Facebook Jealousy on this #FamilyFriday.
Gratitude is Cultivated
Ingratitude is the default state of the human heart. So we must fight for gratitude, and we must cultivate it with great care and effort. Find out how you can cultivate gratitude in your family in this #FamilyFriday video.
"No" Is a Loving Word
Saying “No” is hard for us because we live in a “Yes” culture. But our kids need us to say “No” because “No” is ultimately a loving word. I hope that you'll take a few minutes to watch my #FamilyFriday on this topic. Make sure to like the First Baptist Bonham Facebook page to get more content like this! Or return here each week where I'll also post the video.
Here a couple of great articles that I used in preparation for this video:
You Are NOT Your Child's Savior...
You’re NOT your child’s savior. The temptation to rescue our children from the pains of this life often feels overwhelming. Take a moment to view my third #FamilyFriday discussion.
Here are two great articles that I used in preparation for this video:
The Majesty of the Mundane
We often feel the pressure to believe that the grander a gesture the more positive its impact on our family and relationships. Take a moment to watch my video to learn about the majesty of the mundane activities of life and how important they are to building strong families. #FamilyFriday