South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
Q: I grew up in a home with an alcoholic father. I’ve abstained from alcohol because of it, but are there other issues I should be concerned about? I don’t want this part of my past affecting my own family. Graeme: I admire your courage in wanting to confront your […]
Q: My wife and I generally get along great, but I’m surprised how much we argue about little chores around the house. Is this normal? Graeme: When couples are asked about stress points in marriage, things like kids and finances usually come up first. But studies show that household chores […]
Q: I vividly remember exactly where I was when I heard about the World Trade Centre and Pentagon attacks. My son was just an infant then; now he’s reading about significant events like 9/11, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, and more recent incidents of war. Yesterday he asked me how […]
Q: Our son just started at a new school, and we’re afraid he is being bullied. What can we do? Graeme: Bullying is a rising problem – and “thanks” to technology, it isn’t limited to the schoolground anymore. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. First, don’t wait for your […]
Q: My sixteen-year-old daughter has blossomed into a beautiful young lady — and it seems I’m not the only one who’s noticed. She’s getting more and more attention from boys her age, and I suspect it won’t be long before she’ll be dating. As her dad, what’s my role in […]
Q: Does sexual fulfillment decrease as we get older? My spouse and I are in our sixties, and I’m concerned normal aging issues might have negative implications for our relationship in the bedroom. Graeme: Many people seem to believe that libido inevitably fades with age, and that elderly couples who […]
Q: Is it appropriate for my mom to demand that I – a 30-something independent woman – allow her to “vet” the men in my life? She insists it’s her prerogative and responsibility as a parent. I have a potential suitor who’s visiting from out of town, and my mother […]
Q: With Christmas drawing near, I’m really NOT looking forward to getting together with family, because there’s a lot of unresolved conflict just beneath the surface. Do you have any advice for handling an awkward situation? Graeme: The beautiful thing about family is the deep connection that binds members together […]
Q: When should I take the car keys away from my aging father? His senses aren’t as sharp as they used to be, and the older he gets, the more responsible I feel to protect his safety. Graeme: You’re in a delicate spot. Not only does it feel awkward to […]
Q: Our son is matriculating, and we’re really struggling with what his next step should be. We want to offer him the prospect of a bright future, but formal education has never been his forte. He’s very gifted mechanically and enthusiastically works on our cars and projects around the house. […]