Kara G. Durbin

One of the fastest ways to dispel greed is for a person to realize how blessed he already is.

Once you put yourself on the lookout for teachable moments, you'll find them everywhere!

Your child may be under more stress than you realize. Remember that situations around to past experiences. Just because you do not see something as a big deal does not mean it is not for your child.

Teachable moments are any time that you use situations to dialogue with your child about what's going on- what he or she has seen, heard, or done. As this passage from Deuteronomy (Deut. 6:6-7) describes, teachable moments can be any time you and your child are together.

Encourage obeying "all the way, right away, and in a happy way.

Young children especially need the visual reinforcement of seeing you turn to Scripture for wisdom.