I discovered a new recipe for Happy Family. No, I’m not talking about the Chinese dish, although I would enjoy Happy Family for dinner tonight (click here for a recipe for the “edible happy family”)…well, both the dish and the family come to think of it. Anyway, I am talking about a simple way you...

Grace Honor

February 9, 2013

KISS–Keep It Short & Simple

by John Salmon

I had worked with Joe and his family for several months. During those months, I had watched the same scenario repeat itself over and over. Every time Joe did something, his mother lectured. It didn’t matter if he told his mother a lie or asked for help with a problem, she would respond the same...

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Family Shepherds

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January 26, 2013

Help! My Teen Lies to Me!

by John Salmon

Yes, it is true. Teens lie. Teens argue. Teens often want to have their cake and eat it too. They want to be given the freedom of independence while relying on their parents’ supportive cash for gas money and money to go out with friends. It is a very confusing time—for teens and parents. As parents, we...

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Family Shepherds

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November 28, 2010

Relationship Training for Trouble Areas

by John Salmon

Family relationships demand an investment of time. You practice the daily routine to strengthen the core muscles of relationship. The exercises noted in “the strength workout” focus on more specific skills and muscles necessary to strengthen relationships–becoming a student of the other person’s non-verbal communications and love language as well as learning to collect moments...

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Grace

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October 24, 2010

To Change A Dance

by John Salmon

People often get stuck in an unhealthy relationship dance. The dance may take many forms. Regardless of the form it takes, each partner plays a specific role. Some couples dance the “I chase while you hide” dance. Other couples dance the “I’ll do all the work and complain while you just sit around” dance. In...

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Grace

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September 19, 2010

The Power of Words

by John Salmon

Napoleon once remarked that “four hostile newspapers are more to be feared than a thousand bayonets.” Indeed, words are powerful. I always wondered who said that “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” Whoever they were, they were wrong. Words may not break bones, but they can break someone’s spirit. Of...

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Honor

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Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

4 Ingredients for a Happy Family

KISS–Keep It Short & Simple

Help! My Teen Lies to Me!

Relationship Training for Trouble Areas

To Change A Dance

The Power of Words