Christian Grandparenting Blog

As our grandchildren are back to school, I want to encourage you to make praying for them a priority. The beginning of the school year can be a stressful experience for children from preschool thru college. New teachers and faculty, new classmates, and unfamiliarity in [...]

“He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.” (Ps. 25:9) It’s a dangerous trap for older adults, including grandparents, to think they know better than the younger generations, especially when it comes to raising children. After all, you have been [...]

“A patient man has great understanding,But a quick-tempered man displays folly.” Proverbs 14:29 Father, please give my grandchild the ability to control her impatience.     Allow him/her to understand that You are sovereign in all situations […]

The birth of a first grandchild is one of the greatest moments of life. You remember that moment—a moment when you awoke to the reality that grandparent was not a four-letter word! In fact, at that moment it felt like nothing could be grander. Now [...]

In my conversations and emails, I find that many grandparents are grieving for their grandchildren who are not walking in the ways of the Lord, but are following the deception of the enemy who is trying to steal the hearts of our dear grandchildren.   [...]

“The weapons we fight with are not weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.” 2 Corinthians 10:4 Have you ever been frustrated by certain special interest groups who seem to get their way most of the time? I [...]

For infants, pray they will… 1. Develop a strong sense of security as they bond with their family. 2. Feel safe and secure in their surroundings. 3. Grow physically strong and mentally alert. 4. Begin to lay a healthy foundation for good communication. 5. Begin [...]

Guest Writer, Janet Teitsort Cast all your anxiety upon him because he cares for you. –I Peter 5:7 The old adage “The only thing certain about life is change itself” is so true. But focus on the positive instead of the negative. View technology as [...]