South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
Q: My wife and I have decent incomes, but neither of us has ever been all that great at making informed financial decisions. I feel like most of the time we’re just winging it. Do you have any practical insights for managing our resources well? Graeme: Realistically, I don’t think […]
Q: I’m worried about cultural influences on my preteen. How can I maintain parental influence in a world competing to take it away? Graeme: The tide of culture can make it feel like your child is slowly being taken out of your hands. While it’s inevitable that your child will […]
Q: My wife and I love our three children. But with all the activity surrounding the kids, our marriage isn’t as fun as it used to be. Is that normal? Graeme: Well, I’d have to say your scenario is common. When you were dating, engaged, and then beginning your marriage, […]
Q: Our family is so busy! How can we balance activities, school, and home in healthy ways? Graeme: This is a challenge for most families! There are so many demands and responsibilities mixed in with exciting opportunities. It’s hard to know when to say “yes” or “no” along the way. […]
Q: Communication has become an issue with our family. It seems none of us spend time talking anymore. I don’t know how this happened, but I’m concerned about how it’s affecting our relationships. What can I do to change the situation? Graeme: You’re wise to work toward reversing this trend. […]
Q: My wife and I are giving serious thought to starting a family, and now I’m having second thoughts. The idea of being responsible for a child is daunting enough. But I read a recent report suggesting that parenting often leads to unhappiness. What’s your perspective? Graeme: Scientists love to […]
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 […]