Big changes occur when we have a teenager. Parenting becomes more difficult. We dread or ignore the changes. Flowing with the changes brings delight, wonder, love, and joy in the teen years just as they did in childhood. But we have to be brave and willing to allow these changes. Those changes can be frightening […]
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 others. We are learning that there are different ‘’types’’ and different “degrees” of narcissism. Most of us have no problem recognizing the blatant, harsh, self-justifying, defensive kind. There’s no question […]
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 heard two speakers, both heads of ministries, say, “I was missing something in my relationship with Christ–and what I was missing was the relationship.” We spent the next two days looking at this […]
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, encouraging, and then you are in a discussion and you find yourself responding with something like sarcasm, anger, or judgment instead of being a gentle responder. Let’s explore this common […]
Stop Parenting
Today we have a guest blogger, my friend, Shawnda Myers. During our small group she shared the following thoughts about dealing differently with adult children that are still at home. I liked what she said so well, I asked her permission to put her ideas into a blog. “STOP PARENTING” From Shawnda Myers When our […]
Beginning a Joy Group-How I Facilitate Mine
Joy Groups are beginning to spread and a friend asked me recently if I could write up something about how I facilitate my Joy Group. But first let me answer the question, “What is a Joy Group?” A Joy Group is a group based on material from Life Model Works, materials that teach how God […]