The Root of Solomon’s Wisdom
Have you ever wondered why Solomon answered God as he did? I think that I now know the root of it.
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Parenting
God is Great and Good
We are called, as parents, to teach our children as part of everyday life. It is through daily interactions, moment by moment, that children watch, ask questions, and form their thinking.
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Fathers! Don’t lose your child’s heart.
I remember talking to a man about his son. It was at a wedding. I asked him where his son was that night. He told me that his son stayed home. He wasn’t interested in coming with his family. The man admitted that he could not get his son to do what he wanted him to do. He said this with the tone of defeat. The incredible thing is, that his son was only 13 years old!
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Does love define your family?
Take a moment to think deeply about your family. Think about your children and their relationships with each other. What comes to mind? Are they loving, caring, and involved in each other’s lives? Or, does disharmony or distance characterize their lives together?
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Fathers – You are the shepherd of your children’s souls!
I have learned through experience that it is in the best interest of parents to carefully and continually observe the spiritual state of their children. We have been given a great responsibility to raise our children for God. Can this really be done if we don’t pay close attention to them?
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A New School Year?
It is hard to believe that summer is nearly over and that it is time to start a new school year. Has this summer been a season of growth for you and your family in the Lord?
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The Duties of Parents by J. C. Ryle
This book was first printed in 1888, but contains truths that are relevant today. The reason? Because, it is based upon scripture!
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Psalm 128 – Part 2
“Happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.” This excerpt from Psalm 128 describes something that everyone desires. That is, to be happy and well.
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The Father’s Role as Shepherd – Completed Version!
I had originally intended to post the continuation of “The Father’s Role as Shepherd” in weekly installments. However, it developed into a full-fledged message. This post includes my sermon notes for a message I gave on September 21, 2003. I pray that it will be a help to fathers and their families.
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The Father’s Role as Shepherd
I write for a local homeschool support group’s newsletter. This is an excerpt from an article I wrote for the latest edition. I plan to continue with this study over the next couple weeks on closetoJesus.org.
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