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If you loved the first I Can Only Imagine , you'll want to know whether the sequel lives up to the original's powerful message. After watching this follow-up that chronicles MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard's journey after fame hit, I'm here to give you the full breakdown, including whether it's safe for your family movie night. What's This One About? I Can Only Imagine 2 picks up after the massive success of MercyMe's hit song and dives into the story behind another one o

Overall Rating: 4.5/5 Stars When an animated film tackles themes of adoption, disability inclusion, and sacrificial love, it's worth paying attention. Buffalo Kids (2026) surprised me with its heartfelt approach to family and faith, even if it comes with a few spiritual speed bumps that Christian parents need to know about. This 77-minute adventure follows siblings Tom and Mary as they journey from New York City to the California frontier in search of a fresh start. Along th

As our churches embrace technology: from streaming services to youth group group chats to online donation platforms: we're facing new questions about keeping our families safe in digital spaces. The same devices that connect us to powerful teaching and community can also expose our children to risks we never imagined a generation ago. I've watched churches navigate these waters with varying levels of success. Some embrace every new platform without guardrails. Others ban tech

The Facts: What's Actually Happening in Schools School cell phone bans are spreading across America at a pace that would make your head spin. 77 percent of public schools now prohibit students from using cell phones during class time, with elementary schools leading the charge at 86 percent compared to 55 percent of high schools. Teachers aren't just tolerating these policies: they're demanding them. 90 percent of National Education Association members support bans during in

Every Sunday morning, parents drop their kids off at the children's ministry area and head to the main service. We trust our churches completely, after all, these are places dedicated to God's work, filled with people of faith. But trust alone isn't enough to keep children safe. The hard truth is that many churches inadvertently create safety vulnerabilities that put kids at risk. Not because they don't care, but because they haven't identified the gaps in their systems. Afte

When Zootopia hit theaters, most families saw a charming animated film about a bunny cop and a con-artist fox. But if you looked closer, really closer, you'd find one of the most powerful biblical illustrations about prejudice, justice, and redemption that Disney has ever produced. And honestly? Most Christian families walked right past it. This isn't just another kids' movie. It's a mirror held up to our churches, our communities, and our hearts. Let's unpack what makes this

As Christian parents, we're called to protect our children, not just physically, but digitally too. The internet brings incredible opportunities for learning and connection, but it also exposes our kids to dangers we never faced growing up. Two names keep coming up in conversations about digital safety: Bark and Covenant Eyes. Both promise to help us guard our families online, but they take very different approaches. Let me walk you through what each tool actually does, what

Let's be honest, navigating the digital world with kids feels like trying to build a sandcastle during high tide. Just when you think you've got things under control, a new app drops, a new challenge goes viral, or your child figures out a workaround to your carefully installed filters. But here's the thing most Christian parents miss: the biggest digital safety pitfall isn't the technology itself, it's our approach to it. After years of working with families trying to balanc

You're racing through another morning: packed lunches, permission slips, finding the missing shoe. The devotional sits unopened on the counter. Again. And that gnawing feeling returns: the one that whispers you're failing your kids spiritually. But what if the real issue isn't that you're doing too little? What if you're focusing on the wrong things entirely? Most parenting advice tackles surface problems: discipline strategies, screen time limits, managing peer pressure. The

The moment you hand your child a smartphone, you're giving them access to the entire world: the good, the bad, and everything in between. As Christian parents, we want to protect our kids while preparing them to navigate digital spaces with wisdom and integrity. That's where monitoring tools like Bark and Covenant Eyes come in. But here's the real question: which one actually fits your family's needs? I've spent countless hours researching both platforms, and I'm going to bre

Building a safe faith home isn't about creating a bubble where nothing bad can ever reach your children. It's about creating an intentional environment where spiritual growth flourishes alongside protection, where kids can ask hard questions, explore their beliefs, and know they're safe physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Over the years, I've learned that safety in a Christian home requires balancing three critical areas: physical safety in church environments, digital

Running on empty isn't a badge of honor, it's a warning light. If your family has been pushing through exhaustion, snapping at each other over small things, and wondering where the joy went, you're not alone. Burnout doesn't discriminate. It hits hardworking parents, devoted spouses, and well-meaning families who simply tried to do too much for too long. Here's the good news: God never designed you to run on fumes. Scripture and modern psychology actually agree on this one. Y

If you're a parent trying to protect your kids online, you've probably come across two big names: Bark and Covenant Eyes. Both promise digital safety, but they take very different approaches. One casts a wide net to catch all kinds of online dangers, while the other zeroes in on one specific threat. So which one is right for your family? Let me walk you through the real differences, the hidden costs, and what actually matters when you're trying to keep your kids safe in a wor

Category: Family and Parenting Building a safe, faith-filled home sounds straightforward until you're in the trenches of daily parenting. Between managing devices, teaching values, and keeping kids spiritually engaged, even well-meaning parents fall into patterns that undermine the very foundation we're trying to build. After working with hundreds of families navigating faith and modern parenting challenges, I've identified the mistakes that show up again and again, often inv

Let's be honest, keeping kids safe online feels overwhelming. Between work, meals, activities, and everything else on your plate, adding "internet security expert" to your parenting resume probably wasn't in the plan. But here's the truth: you don't need to be a tech genius to protect your kids online. You just need a simple system that actually works. As Christian parents, we're called to be good stewards of the children God has entrusted to us. That includes guarding their

Your kid is melting down at the dinner table. Again. You've tried timeouts, consequences, reward charts, you've read the books, followed the steps. The behavior stops for a day, maybe two, and then you're right back where you started. You're exhausted. Your child is frustrated. And the distance between you grows a little wider every time you enforce another rule. What if the problem isn't your parenting techniques? What if the real issue is that you're trying to change behavi

Category: Family and Parenting As parents raising kids in a digital world, we're navigating challenges our own parents never faced. Between unlimited screen access, questions about church environments, and the constant pressure to "get it right," building a safe faith home can feel overwhelming. Here's the truth: a safe faith home isn't about perfection. It's about creating a refuge where your kids can grow spiritually, ask hard questions, and know they're protected: physica

By Dr. Layne McDonald You're juggling soccer practice at Shelby Farms, homework at the kitchen table, bedtime routines that feel more like negotiations, and somewhere in between, you're supposed to be raising kids who love Jesus. Sound familiar? Memphis parents know the grind. Between managing school schedules, navigating I-240 traffic, and keeping up with everything from science projects to summer camps, the idea of "purposeful parenting" can feel like one more thing on an a

If you're a parent trying to protect your kids online, you've probably heard of both Bark and Covenant Eyes. They're two of the most popular digital safety tools in Christian homes, but they're built for very different purposes. Understanding which one fits your family's needs can mean the difference between real protection and false security. Here's the truth: Bark excels at comprehensive digital safety for younger children , while Covenant Eyes specializes in accountability

I've watched countless Christian parents navigate the digital landscape with their kids, and I'll be honest, most of us are winging it. We know our children face dangers online that we never encountered growing up, but we're often making critical mistakes without realizing it. Today, I'm breaking down the seven most common digital safety mistakes I see Christian parents make, along with practical fixes you can implement immediately. These aren't theoretical concerns, they're