In fact, if we examine the lists of what a parent is/does, it seems clear that the main role of a parent is to be an example of God’s love and devotion to us. Parents are essentially shepherds, disciple-ers, and ministers in the order of Christ: Sacrificial, intentional, and all the rest. From this perspective,…Continue reading Spiritual Parenting – Part II
Category: Men / Phalanx
Perfectionism – Part 2
I am sure there are some arguments in defense of not mixing the colors, but they are all ridiculous when you are talking about a “toy” that will have to be replaced in any case soon, and that is outrageously cheap! He couldn’t think of a good reason, so he let them mix the colors.…Continue reading Perfectionism – Part 2
Upcoming Speaking Events
Every Wed night at 6:30 at FBC South Campus. From now through Feb 29th – Making church a place where people feel they belong. Starting March 21st – Men Only – name: MIGHTY. Feb 3-5th Pine Cove “Romance Me” Weekend… There is still room (maybe bc it is Superbowl weekend)… www.pinecove.com Feb 6th – Grace…Continue reading Upcoming Speaking Events
The Power of Fathers – Part II
Because it is what my dad chose… And I knew he could do whatever he wanted. Choose what he wanted. And that is what he chose. His choices were limitless (from a child’s perspective), so, naturally what he chose must be the best. To this day, if I were offered many choices of candy bars,…Continue reading The Power of Fathers – Part II
The Power of Fathers Part I
I am preaching today (or depending on when you read this, I preached…) on “everlasting Father” from Isaiah’s prophetic description of Jesus. One of the topics that i mention about fathers is the power they/we have… So often children’s engagement with reality is impacted by the father… Moreover, a child’s first and most intuitive belief…Continue reading The Power of Fathers Part I
Great Family Event New Year's Eve
http://www.fbctyler.org/southevent 6:30-9:30 steak dinner and a movie with fun for the kids – and it won’t cost you more than $25 total! Register at the site above!
Please let me encourage you to check this out. Truth Pandemic
May we all allow ourselves to be challenged. One of the most evocative phrases I have heard in a long time. Truth Pandemic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE9XnX7WRog
Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part I
The Thief comes to steal, kill and destroy; I have come that you might have life and have it abundantly.” Jesus Christ. For years I have talked to mostly men, and a few women, about issues connected to the temptations particular to pornography. Since the incidents of women engaging in pornography is apparently on the…Continue reading Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part I
Another Look at Halloween with a modern twist
http://www.crosswalk.com/blogs/challies/my-halloween-theory-tim-challies.html I intend to write some thoughts alongside this article for Sunday’s Article. Take a look at it… I think there are some very interesting points, and I think the concepts will create great conversation in regards to what I wrote last year, so I look forward to it.
Understanding (ours and others') Emotions II
If you have not read part I, go back and read Part I Here are some of the habitual beliefs that can really cause us problems: 1. That everything people do is an indication of whether they really love us or not. If our husband doesn’t take us on a date, it means he doesn’t…Continue reading Understanding (ours and others') Emotions II
Understanding (ours and others) Emotions
I think the material here can really help any of us understand ourselves better – I think you will be glad you read it… A guy named Albert Ellis developed some ideas about therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) years ago that I think have some great tools mixed in. Perhaps one of the ones that I…Continue reading Understanding (ours and others) Emotions
Experiencing (and being) a Disappointment
After the articles on the Powers and Dangers of expectations I was asked by a good friend to follow it up with a conversation on the topic of: Disappointment. And I hate to let him down… Budda bum bum bum. This one is for you, Chad. I realized that it was a good idea since…Continue reading Experiencing (and being) a Disappointment
The Dangers of Expectations – Part II
The way expectations can be even worse on a relationship is the way that they greatly limit the giving of free gifts. It is virtually impossible for someone to “meet an expectation” and give something freely at the same time. As I mentioned before, if my wife expects me to brush her hair three time…Continue reading The Dangers of Expectations – Part II
The Dangers of Expectations – Part I
I hear and read about people who lionize the role of expectations… a lot. Marriage counselors talk about how spouses should be clear in their expectations. Business leaders tell us to communicate our expectations clearly. Relationship experts even tell us that we should be clear about our sexual expectations – frequency, style, etc. Parents are strongly…Continue reading The Dangers of Expectations – Part I
Focus On the Family Report on The Effect of Divorce on the Children of Divorce
http://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/divorce_and_infidelity/should_i_get_a_divorce/how_could_divorce_affect_my_kids.aspx There is some shocking information here – especially the efffects after 25 years. I think all therapists would confirm this – I know that is has been my experience that this is accurate.
Things you don't say to your wife – Tim Hawkins
Basic education for men. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK2OakMoW_c&feature=related
linkage issues
Hey, I recently changed a few article’s website page names… without thinking through all of the consequences. If you try a link and it won’t connect, please let me know so I can fix it. Thanks – Chris
Talking with Kids about Sex Part II
Ok, so back to the birds and the bees. If you have not read part 1 yet, I recommend https://chrismlegg.com/2011/07/03/talking-to-kids-about-sex-part-i/ I really think that somewhere around age 11ish is the perfect age to tell our kids about sex. At this point, I think they are likely to be prepared to have the conversation somewhat and…Continue reading Talking with Kids about Sex Part II
Summer (Hebrews) Bible Study Change of Location
Hey, for all of you who attend the Summer Bible Study, we are moving to FBC’s South Campus for the remainder of our studies. Same time, 9-11am… they have been gracious enough to let us host it there, and we have loved meeting at Heartland Ham, but I think we get in their way a…Continue reading Summer (Hebrews) Bible Study Change of Location
Romantic Ideas for Husbands from Family Life
Here is a series of ideas for men in regards to loving their wives… some of them may seem a little cheezy, but I guess that doenst mean it will to you – or much much more importantly, our wives… http://www.familylife.com/site/c.dnJHKLNnFoG/b.4126505/k.D43C/Simply_Romantic_Tips_for_Him.htm#