All Parenting articles
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ArticleHelping Christian parents understand the world of Generation Alpha
From AI and anxiety to online friendships and activism, today’s kids are facing pressures and possibilities like never before. Dave Boden thinks that Christian families have a vital role in guiding them with wisdom and hope
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ArticleChristian parents can welcome hard questions from Gen Z at home and church
Today’s teens and young adults want more than surface answers. Ashleigh Hull thinks that Christian families can create space for real conversations, deep doubts, and faith that stands up to scrutiny
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ArticleChristian parents should challenge gendered expectations for their children
In a world full of limiting messages, Lisa Skinner thinks that families can and should help children celebrate biblical women, honour God-given gifts, and break free from cultural expectations
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ArticleChristian parents need to focus on their children as human beings not human doings
In a world obsessed with achievement, Ali Campbell argues that families and churches can and should create spaces where every child’s character and passions are celebrated, not just their skills
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ArticleWhy Christian parents should embrace the role of Church parent
As teens navigate faith without family by their side, Zoë Mellen thinks that Christian parents are uniquely placed to offer encouragement, friendship, and prayer
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ArticleKinship care reveals how the Church can be a true family
Through grief and change, Paul Kerry’s church community became family for a little girl in need, reminding Christian parents how faith can shape and support children in extraordinary ways
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Article3 important lessons the World Cup has taught me as a Christian parent
As England exit the World Cup, John Reynolds thinks that in the celebration and heartbreak that football fever brings, Christian families have a chance to model honest emotion, real hope, and the truth that joy runs deeper than any scoreline
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Article5 takeaways for Christian parents from the men’s football World Cup
From pitch prayers to the ‘Crowns Down’ celebration, Christian footballers are making faith unmissable on the global stage. Jenni Whymark from Scripture Union suggests ways families can use these moments to spark bold conversations about faith at home
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ArticleThe blessings and benefits of big families
In a world that frowns on “too many” kids, Aaron Edwards shares the joys, challenges, and biblical vision that make big families a blessing, not a burden
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ArticleThe blessings and benefits of small families
From Abraham to Elizabeth, Scripture shows us that families of every size matter. Kate Orson argues that Christian parents can celebrate the unique joy and calling of raising just one child
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Article6 ways to raise respectful rather than abusive youth
Domestic abuse isn’t just an adult problem, teens are at risk too. Bekah Legg has ideas for how Christian families can equip kids to recognise, resist, and never perpetrate abuse in a culture desperate for healthy boundaries
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ArticleThe surprising blessings of going on overseas mission as a family
Every parent fears the impact of a big move on their kids. Rachel Clarke tells how her family discovered God’s kindness, new adventures, and deeper faith by saying yes to a call overseas
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ArticleLet faith drive your parenting, not fear
Every parent fears making mistakes, but God’s grace is bigger than our failures. John Reynolds encourages Christian parents to move from anxious “what ifs” to faith-filled parenting, even when things go wrong
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ArticleSongs will transform your family’s faith
Long after lessons are forgotten, the songs children sing stay with them. Lisa Skinner says Christian parents can harness the power of music to plant Scripture deep in young hearts
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ArticleKeir Starmer is right - Being a dad and a husband is the most important job he’ll ever do
There has been a lot of media interest in fatherhood recently, even the Prime Minister named it in his resignation speech - Gareth Crispin distils the lessons we can learn for Christian dads
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ArticleThe case against sleepovers
Christian parents don’t have to follow the crowd. Tola Mbakwe believes that saying no to sleepovers is about discernment, safety, and putting children’s well-being first
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ArticleThe case for sleepovers
Jenny Sanders thinks that sleepovers offer kids independence, new perspectives, and deepening friendships - she believes that Christian families can embrace the benefits while maintaining safe boundaries
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ArticleHelp your children enjoy the 2026 Football World Cup without idolising it
Jonny Reid believes that Christian parents can help children enjoy every goal and game in the Football World Cup, while keeping their hearts anchored in Christ—not the final score
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Article5 ways parents can help their kids be good citizens in polarised times
In a world of TikTok news and heated debates, Nesu Kwaramba believes that Christian parents have a unique opportunity to help children become thoughtful, gracious, and hope-filled citizens
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ArticleLife isn’t a fairy tale, so let’s raise our kids with realistic faith
Jesus promised trouble, not fairy tale endings. Jenny Sanders shows how Christian parents can teach children to face difficulties with hope, perseverance, and confidence in God’s love
