Grace-Filled Homes
We asked our daughter recently what she thought the biggest need was in homes of her friends. She answered without hesitation: Grace. “I want all my friends’ parents to have more grace with their kids. I want them to support them in what they are doing and what they are involved in by showing up […]
Dangerous Freedom?
Dear Family Legacy, How do I set parameters related to our family’s faith in a secular environment? ~ Dangerous freedom? Dear Dangerous Freedom, That’s a good question. You’re kids are being bombarded by things through school, media, friends, that aren’t necessarily good for them (understate things much?). Of course we want to protect them. On […]
Discipline vs. Grace?
Dear Family Legacy, Where do I draw the line with my kids between discipline and grace? ~ Good Cop, Bad Cop Dear Good Cop: Good question. First, let’s define some terms so we’re both on the same page. • Discipline: to train (someone) to obey rules or a code of behavior. • Grace: often used […]
Margins
Legacy Parents: As you begin this week, what plans have you made for you and your family? What activities do you have on your calendar, what commitments have you already blocked out, what events are going on, what action items are on your to-do lists, what tasks have you scheduled? As we enter another busy […]
