In my 3 Joy Groups, each week we do appreciation and a brief time of sensing Immanuel’s presence and asking Him what He wants us …
Breakfast with Jesus
I love listening to Dr. Wilder’s J.I.M. Talk CDs. One particular talk from #28 blessed me so much that I condensed and paraphrased …
Fewer Bumps with Your Teen: Synchronize
Do you ever find yourself getting caught up in arguments with your teen? You see a situation one way; your teen sees it another. …
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Immanuel’s Strong Suitcase (by Jen Coursey)
My friend, Jen Coursey is a guest blogger today. Jen applies the joy and brain science with her young children and also does …
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Helpful Words and Pleasant Faces: From Joy-Filled Parenting with Teens
From new book: Joy-Filled Parenting with Teens --Here is another tip on changes: helpful words and pleasant faces. Helpful …
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Share Power: From Joy-Filled Parenting with Teens
The new book for parents of teens is almost ready, hopefully by the weekend. Here is another excerpt from the book Joy-Filled …
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Changes in the Teen Years: From Joy-Filled Parenting with Teens
Big changes occur when we have a teenager. Parenting becomes more difficult. We dread or ignore the changes. Flowing with the …
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Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing–Subtle Narcissism
In one of my Joy Groups we are doing an in-depth study about narcissism and how to deal with it both in ourselves and with …
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What’s Missing? Living the Immanuel Lifestyle
Last weekend I attended the Annual Gathering of folks who love Life Model Works. The focus was Living an Immanuel Lifestyle. I …
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Becoming a Gentle Responder: Why Relational Brain Skills are Vital
Have you ever wondered why it can be hard to respond well to what others say or do? You have intentions of being loving, kind, …
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Stuffies and Bonds and How Loved We Are
Are there any little kids in your life? Do they have something they cannot go to sleep (or live) without? Maybe it's a blanket …
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Weapons Against Lies and Strongholds
Too often we fall into the trap of believing every thought that comes into our minds. We believe these thoughts are our own …




