Parenting

Christian couples are unanimous that children are to be raised in the “fear and wisdom of the Lord.” But principles for how best to do that has divided evangelicals, who lack a central authority on spanking, attachment parenting, and entertainment choices, to name but a few hot-button issues. In the post–James Dobson era, when writer-gurus, religious and otherwise, offer quick-fix guidelines on raising kids amid technology saturation and divided families, Christians are learning to extend grace to fellow believers who parent differently.

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Christian Parents’ Mistakes Aren’t the End of the Story

Q&A with author Kara K. Root about anxiety, trust, and raising kids well.

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The Russell Moore Show

Jonathan Haidt’s Newest Thoughts on Technology, Anxiety, and the War for Our Attention

As the digital world shifts at breakneck speed, Haidt offers new analysis on what he’s witnessing on the front lines.

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Review

A Woman’s Mental Work Is Never Done

Bonnie Kristian

Sociologist Allison Daminger’s new book on the cognitive labor of family life is insightful but incomplete.

The Bulletin

Investigation of John Bolton, James Dobson and Parenting, and the Cost of Living

Mike Cosper, Clarissa Moll

The Bulletin discusses the investigation of John Bolton, James Dobson’s legacy on parenting, and the cost of living with David Bahnsen.

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Being Human

Dr. Les Parrott Challenges Empathy Myths in Christian Circles

Rediscovering connection with Dr. Les Parrott

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The Russell Moore Show

Tony Hale on Parenting, Powerlessness, and Processing Grief

Tony Hale talks about his upcoming film and a career as a Hollywood storyteller.

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Wire Story

Supreme Court Allows Religious Parents to Opt Out of LGBTQ Books in Class

Timothy Cockes - Baptist Press

Ruling says district’s refusal to allow students to skip lessons violates free exercise protections.

The Bulletin

‘No Kings’ Protests, Israel-Iran Conflict, and Gen Z Questions Parenting

The Bulletin discusses No Kings protests, Israel and Iran, and the reasons young adults are choosing to not have kids.

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The Millennial Dad Dividend

Bonnie Kristian

Every young father I know is a great dad. I think it’s a major sign of hope.

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Teach Us to Number Our 18 Summers

Kristy Etheridge

As a mom, I found pressure—and then freedom—in counting the years with my children.