Let’s call it what it is, self-deception. This is the worst form of deception.

The wise man warns us that drinking and drugs are no laughing matter.

In my opinion the single most destructive element within our society is substance abuse. The wise calls it “WOE.” That is a good way to describe it. The second word is “SORROW.” The third word is “STRIFE.” That sums it up.

What I fear is that the closer the person gets to the line the less he can even see the line.

Let’s try raising children responsibly instead of drinking responsibly.  

There is only one letter difference between “owe” and “own.” That difference is huge.

It is the little boy with some fish and bread, giving it all, and going home with more.

Some parents use this template for gifts or earnings a child receives from doing chores: Spend, tithe, save.

Remember Tom Sawyer’s way of earning money while painting the fence.

I am no “Dave Ramsey.” But I know where he got most of his financial principles.

One day people will gather under the tree you have planted inside your children.

Parents have a lot of practicality to teach their children.

What is relational integrity?

The trick is to make sure there is the right amount of heat being generated and the right amount of heat being released.

How do parents avoid raising a fool who will not listen to anyone?

Children take in everything like sponges. Sponges do not discern what they absorb.

The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. (Proverbs 9:10)

If we were able to autopsy a fool, we would find out what killed him. It will not be a pretty sight.

Proverbs 2 gives clear methods of acquiring wisdom.

There are lines children must not cross.