Raising Christian Kids

“If God calls you to it, he will equip you to do it!” -Kate Battistelli Kate Battistelli is the a best-selling author of the book, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible and the novel, Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child’s Life. She is one […] The post Encouraging Parents to Dream Big & “Step Out” When God Calls on You appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

Are you looking for a devotional that helps your child apply biblical principles to everyday life? Linsey Driskill is a mother, author, and speaker who has helped lead educational awareness trips and directed the nonprofit organization, Villages of Hope. Linsey’s book, Beautiful Hearted Women of the Bible: A Creative Mother-Daughter Devotional, published by Focus on […] The post 40-week Interactive Devotional Connecting Moms, Daughters & God appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

“Small actions on our part as parents can lead to huge spiritual differences in our family.” -Justin Earley Justin Whitmel Earley is a lawyer, author, husband, and father of 4 boys. He holds a law degree from Georgetown University Law Center and a degree in English Literature from the University of Virginia. He runs his […] The post Creating Spiritual Habits in Everyday Moments to Give Life Purpose Beyond the Chaos appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

Petherbridge is an international speaker, author, and life coach. She has been featured in: Focus on the Family, The Billy Graham Training Center, FamilyLife, iBelieve, Crosswalk, Lifeway, Today’s Christian Woman, and Momlife Today. Her books include The Smart Stepmom, 101 Tips for the Smart Stepmom, and Quiet Moments for the Stepmom Soul. Key Takeaways: Divorce […] The post Practical Tips to Help You Become the Best Stepparent for Your Stepchildren appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

“The most effective form of learning educates the whole person, but it doesn’t happen overnight. It happens by sowing one tiny seed at a time, then watering, feeding, nurturing, and covering it all in prayer.” -Durenda Wilson. Durenda Wilson has homeschooled and graduated 7 out of 8 children so far. She is a speaker, podcaster, […] The post Durenda Wilson Explains How Time Management + Organic Interactions = Effective Homeschooling for a Successful Future appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

“Your child’s maturity in Christ is your priority.” -Josh Mulvihill Dr. Josh Mulvihill is the Executive Director of Church and Family Ministry at Renewanation. He served as a pastor for nearly 20 years, has a Ph.D. in Family Ministry, serves on the board of Awana, and is the author/editor of ten books on parenting and […] The post How Can Christian Parents Be More Intentional & More Effective When Disciplining? appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

“Lying expresses a lack of trust that God is in control.” -Ginger Hubbard Ginger talks about why children lie, what God’s Word says about lying, and encourages parents with practical ways to train children to speak the truth. Her book, Chloe and the Closet of Secrets, is a great resource to help children understand and […] The post Ginger Hubbard Explains How to Effectively Discipline a Lying Child (Part 3) appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

Is your child struggling with habits of whining, but you aren’t sure how to address them? Ginger Hubbard discusses a biblical framework and practical ways to help children understand why they whine, how they can learn better ways to express themselves, and how to become better communicators ultimately. If you haven’t already, we recommend listening […] The post Practical Ways to Use A Heart-based, Biblical Perspective When Disciplining A Whining Child With Ginger Hubbard (Part 2) appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

“We live in a nation that defies God at every point, including child training.” -Ginger Hubbard. Ginger Hubbard is a bestselling author of multiple books, the co-host of the Parenting with Ginger Hubbardpodcast, and a frequent speaker at women’s events, parenting conferences, and homeschool conventions across the country. Ginger gives her insight and knowledge to […] The post Ginger Hubbard’s 3-Step Plan to Help Tame Your Child’s Tongue (Part 1) appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

Did you know that you can cause damage to your children if you are hyper-critical during certain stages of development? As parents, it is crucial to help our children reflect and learn from their mistakes in a warm and encouraging way, not by harsh words and punishment. This approach is much more beneficial for them […] The post How Brain Waves Can Affect Your Child’s Ability to Listen to You appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.