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Archives / June 2014
June 30, 2014

The Not-So-Silent Killer Stalking Your Family!

by John Salmon
There is a killer stalking your family. This killer does not physically attack families; but it will destroy family relationships and devastate each person’s self-image. Sometimes it works subtly, like a wolf in sheep’s clothing, hiding behind humor, knowledge, and deception. At other times it blatantly attacks family members. This enemy of your family goes...
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Grace    Honor
                    
June 23, 2014

Make Your Child “a Head Taller Than Himself”

by John Salmon
I enjoy learning about and teaching child development. Recently I read that “in play a child becomes a ‘head taller than himself.'” Most people probably do not use the phrase “a head taller than himself.” I had to think about what that meant; and, as I read the example, I realized it means a child...
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Celebration    Family Shepherds
                 
June 21, 2014

A Taste of Heaven on Earth

by John Salmon
Last weekend my wife and I enjoyed the opportunity to attend a wedding. It was a wonderful wedding.  The families of the bride and groom joyfully welcomed one another into their  growing family. An acoustic guitar played quietly as the people gathered. The bride was radiant and the ceremony was beautiful.  A lovely young girl...
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Celebration    Honor
                 
June 16, 2014

Parents, Are You a Slingshot or an Anchor?

by John Salmon
Michael Byron, Smith, retired Air Force officer, wrote an excellent blog for the National Fatherhood Institute (click here to read it). In this blog, he wrote: “Families should be slingshots, throwing children into the world prepared for what lies ahead. Unfortunately, the problems of dysfunctional families are like anchors, dragging down their children’s potential….” So,...
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June 14, 2014

What Drives Your Family?

by John Salmon
What drives your family? I am not asking who drives your family…nor am I asking if your family owns a Chevy, Ford, or Toyota. I am asking, “What motivates your family life?” What influences your family decisions? What is the heartbeat of your family? Many families allow fear or guilt to sit in the driver’s...
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Family Shepherds    Honor
                       
June 9, 2014

Sibling Rivalry–The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

by John Salmon
Siblings argue. They have disagreements that escalate to yelling and screaming…maybe even name calling, pushing, and physical aggression. Not all sibling rivalry is bad. Some of it is good…and some is downright ugly. Take a moment to consider the good, the bad, and the ugly of sibling rivalry. Some sibling rivalry is good. As long...
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Family Shepherds    Honor
                       
June 7, 2014

Welcome to the Family Games

by John Salmon
We love to watch competitions—to see our favorite athlete in the Super Bowl, the Olympics, the World Series, the World Cup, or any number of various competitions. Many of us also love to compete. Competition hones our skills and motivates us to improve. Why not use that competitive spirit for good in your home?  Let...
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Celebration    Grace    Honor
                          
June 2, 2014

Parents, Get Out of the Reaction Rut

by John Salmon
Many parents believe that a good punishment will end misbehavior. “If the punishment is powerful enough, children will learn their lesson.” “If we just have enough rules, our children will be good.” Unfortunately, these statements are not true. The key to addressing our children’s misbehavior is NOT punishment. In fact, there is no single key...
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