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Controlling Anger: 7 Truths You Need to Know

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

If you think that controlling anger is impossible, we've got some hope for you. Ruthie Gray shares pearls of parenting wisdom in this feature article. #parenting #anger #discipline

If you ever felt helpless about controlling anger, I’ve got some good news for you. Chances are you’ve been trying to do it on your own strength and there’s a reason (or seven) why it feels impossible. Today, my friend Ruthie Gray is my guest for the #SummerSizzleBlogHop. I like to joke and tell friends that I […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, anger, guest post, parenting, parenting advice, personal development

The Big List of Mom Blogs Christian Moms Love

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

With so many mom blogs out there, how do you find the best one for you? We've scoured the internet to bring you this big list of mom blogs that are perfect for the Christian mom. #moms #momblogs #parenting

If you’ve spent any time on the internet at all you’ve likely run into a Mom Blog or two, or three. There are quite a few out there and today, my friend Carmen Brown (Married by His Grace) is giving us the scoop on her favorites. Carmen and I met in person a year ago […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, guest post, motherhood, parenting, parenting advice

The Very Best Way to Support Moms

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

The Very Best Way to Support Moms is easier than you think. God is already walking right beside her and He wants you to partner with Him! Your job is done!

Don’t you just wish motherhood came with an instruction manual? New appliances come with manuals. So do new cars, remote controls and other gadgets. Even the simplest apps provide a quick tutorial when you first download it. Wouldn’t it be nice to have an instruction manual for moms too? I bet it’d be a big […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: guest post, moms, motherhood, parenting, parenting advice, peace, prayer, support

How to Win and Keep Your Child’s Heart

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Wish someone could walk beside you and share helpful parenting tips? Here Melanie Redd offers hope in her book on winning your child's heart for life.

Ever wished there was someone walking beside you, holding your hand and telling you that you’ll make it through this roller-coaster ride called parenting? Some practical parenting tips might be just what you need to hold you back from that proverbial ledge. You see, just when I think I have one stage figured out, it’s as if someone snatches the rug from under […]

Filed Under: Parenting, Relationships Tagged With: books, parenting, parenting advice, parenting stages, win your child's heart

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