# Parenting **URL:** https://forums.crosswalk.com/c/parenting/14.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forums.crosswalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.crosswalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.crosswalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Are you taking your kids trick-or-treating this Halloween?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/are-you-taking-your-kids-trick-or-treating-this-halloween/3201)
**Author:** [@DaughterOfEve24](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/DaughterOfEve24)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2025, 6:19pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/are-you-taking-your-kids-trick-or-treating-this-halloween/3201 "2025-09-01T18:19:35Z")
Is it a Sin for Christian Parents to Allow Their Children to Trick-or-Treat?This text will be hidden I will be taking my young sons trick-or-treating, but I know a lot of parents opt for alternatives during Halloween. We… --- ## [Should Christians Teach Their Children to Believe in Santa?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/should-christians-teach-their-children-to-believe-in-santa/3819)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2025, 3:30am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/should-christians-teach-their-children-to-believe-in-santa/3819 "2025-09-01T03:30:07Z")
Should Christians Teach Their Children to Believe in Santa?Believing in Santa Claus sparks joy and wonder in many families, but some Christians question if it detracts from celebrating Jesus. Rooted in the story of Saint… --- ## [Homeschooling Parents?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/homeschooling-parents/5876)
**Author:** [@PinkSpiritFox](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/PinkSpiritFox)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2025, 3:22am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/homeschooling-parents/5876 "2025-09-01T03:22:05Z")
Hey Parents Does anyone homeschool? I love the freedom of it but sometimes worry about structure. we have very different views than most of society in some ways. probably to most fanatics. lol --- ## [Seeking Christian parents’ thoughts on a Noah's Ark learning experience for toddlers](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/seeking-christian-parents-thoughts-on-a-noahs-ark-learning-experience-for-toddlers/11918)
**Author:** [@MikeSanti](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/MikeSanti)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:50am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/seeking-christian-parents-thoughts-on-a-noahs-ark-learning-experience-for-toddlers/11918 "2025-08-29T08:50:18Z")
Hi everyone! My name is Michael Santiago and my wife and I recently finished creating a small interactive game based on Noah’s Ark called Noah’s Ark: Kids Bible Game , designed for toddlers (ages 1–4). The heart behind … --- ## [A Mother who lost sense of her life's priorities with](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/a-mother-who-lost-sense-of-her-lifes-priorities-with/11840)
**Author:** [@Tmarch](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Tmarch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2025, 4:11pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/a-mother-who-lost-sense-of-her-lifes-priorities-with/11840 "2025-08-24T16:11:38Z")
Help in guidance back to my life’s priorities but need a job for a foundation and can’t succeed due to age. Pray for my children and their new babies to arrive into our world. God I ask for your strength in finding mys… --- ## [What Does the Bible Say About Parenting Styles?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-does-the-bible-say-about-parenting-styles/11566)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 5:47pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-does-the-bible-say-about-parenting-styles/11566 "2025-08-15T17:47:00Z")
▶ What Does the Bible Say About Parenting Styles? From the moment a child is born, parents are faced with decisions that shape their emotional, spiritual, and moral development. In today’s culture, parenting advice is eve… --- ## [Does the Bible Support a ‘Gentle Parenting’ Approach?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/does-the-bible-support-a-gentle-parenting-approach/11538)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 2:44pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/does-the-bible-support-a-gentle-parenting-approach/11538 "2025-08-14T14:44:11Z")
▶ Does the Bible Support a ‘Gentle Parenting’ Approach? Gentle parenting emphasizes empathy, respect, and connection over punishment-driven methods. Advocates say it reflects God’s grace and patience toward His children. … --- ## [Do Grandparents Have Spiritual Responsibilities for Their Grandkids?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/do-grandparents-have-spiritual-responsibilities-for-their-grandkids/11456)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 7:03pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/do-grandparents-have-spiritual-responsibilities-for-their-grandkids/11456 "2025-08-12T19:03:08Z")
▶ Do Grandparents Have Spiritual Responsibilities for Their Grandkids? For some families, grandparents are the quiet prayer warriors, faithfully lifting their grandkids before the Lord. For others, they are hands-on mento… --- ## [Survey: The Impact of Support, Faith, and Coaching on a Mother’s Healing Journey"](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/survey-the-impact-of-support-faith-and-coaching-on-a-mother-s-healing-journey/6778)
**Author:** [@TinaSher](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/TinaSher)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2025, 2:08am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/survey-the-impact-of-support-faith-and-coaching-on-a-mother-s-healing-journey/6778 "2025-03-24T02:08:13Z")
Losing a child is an unimaginable pain that forever changes a mother’s life. This survey aims to explore how different forms of support—faith-based healing, grief coaching, and community—affect the healing journey. If yo… --- ## [Is VBS Worth It for Your Kids?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/is-vbs-worth-it-for-your-kids/10266)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/is-vbs-worth-it-for-your-kids/10266 "2025-07-17T20:55:46Z")
▶ Is VBS Worth It for Your Kids? For many families, VBS is a nostalgic part of summer—crafts, snacks, catchy songs, and cardboard sets retelling Bible stories. But in a busy world where time is precious and parents weigh … --- ## [Travel ideas for the family](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/travel-ideas-for-the-family/8146)
**Author:** [@SFsergio](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/SFsergio)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 7:43pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/travel-ideas-for-the-family/8146 "2025-04-29T19:43:11Z")
Such an inspiring trip, maybe a biblical theme travel would be an experience. https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/29/travel/everywhere-classroom-world-schooling-family Has anyone done something like this? My girls have expresse… --- ## [Faith and strength](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/faith-and-strength/5351)
**Author:** [@Bobbylinboo](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Bobbylinboo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2025, 10:52pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/faith-and-strength/5351 "2025-02-27T22:52:12Z")
Help me to be stronger in my faith. Sometimes I feel so empty. --- ## [Youth groups, children's church, Sunday school issue](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/youth-groups-childrens-church-sunday-school-issue/5066)
**Author:** [@Historyprof](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Historyprof)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2025, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/youth-groups-childrens-church-sunday-school-issue/5066 "2025-01-20T20:11:28Z")
How do you handle things when your kids are being taught or advised at church in a way that is contradictory to your interpretations or beliefs? poll --- ## [What Do You Think Equals "Overstepping" as Grandparents?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-equals-overstepping-as-grandparents/4740)
**Author:** [@leah.arthur](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/leah.arthur)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2025, 6:02pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-equals-overstepping-as-grandparents/4740 "2025-01-07T18:02:06Z")
▶ Summary Have you ever experienced conflict with your kids over your role as grandparent? What do you think overstepping looks like in grandparenting? It is not uncommon to encounter tension as you navigate this new titl… --- ## [5 Ways to Build a Legacy of Faith in Your Family](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/5-ways-to-build-a-legacy-of-faith-in-your-family/3856)
**Author:** [@MegBucher](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/MegBucher)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2024, 1:31am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/5-ways-to-build-a-legacy-of-faith-in-your-family/3856 "2024-11-21T01:31:48Z")
How to Build a Legacy of Faith in Your FamilyParenting adult children brings a unique mix of joy, worry, and letting go. As they navigate life’s challenges beyond our reach, prayer becomes our greatest tool and comfort. … --- ## [Is Raising Kids Now Really Harder Than it Used to Be?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/is-raising-kids-now-really-harder-than-it-used-to-be/3719)
**Author:** [@MegBucher](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/MegBucher)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 11:33pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/is-raising-kids-now-really-harder-than-it-used-to-be/3719 "2024-11-14T23:33:53Z")
Is parenting really harder today than it used to be?Is parenting today really tougher than in the past? This article dives into the challenges modern parents face, from the overwhelming pressures of technology and social… --- ## [Rebellion or Growing up?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/rebellion-or-growing-up/3370)
**Author:** [@Historyprof](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Historyprof)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2024, 1:20pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/rebellion-or-growing-up/3370 "2024-10-30T13:20:38Z")
Rebellion or Growing up?This discussion explores the natural process of children becoming independent and how it’s sometimes misinterpreted as rebellion, especially in strict or patriarchal households. Participants are e… --- ## [How is your relationship with your adult kids?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-is-your-relationship-with-your-adult-kids/3029)
**Author:** [@leah.arthur](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/leah.arthur)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-is-your-relationship-with-your-adult-kids/3029 "2024-10-14T18:28:17Z")
Are you close with your adult children, or are you finding it hard to relate to them? Are you struggling to adjust to their new boundaries as they start their own family? Or maybe you have a broken relationship that h… --- ## [What Would God Say about Modern-Day Parenting?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-would-god-say-about-modern-day-parenting/3148)
**Author:** [@leah.arthur](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/leah.arthur)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 8:57am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-would-god-say-about-modern-day-parenting/3148 "2024-10-18T08:57:59Z")
What Would God Say about Modern-Day Parenting?Parenting is not for the faint of heart; raising children is hard. Like everything, there are different parenting methods and styles, from being overly strict to being overly… --- ## [What Are Your Family's Plans for Halloween?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-are-your-familys-plans-for-halloween/2701)
**Author:** [@leah.arthur](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/leah.arthur)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/what-are-your-familys-plans-for-halloween/2701 "2024-09-19T01:12:32Z")
What are you doing for Halloween this year? Does your family typically celebrate, or do you attend fall festivals or other alternatives to avoid the spooky season? Amanda Idleman wrote 5 Tips for Couples to Navigate … --- ## [4 Proactive Habits to Help Build Financial Confidence in Your Kids](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/4-proactive-habits-to-help-build-financial-confidence-in-your-kids/2688)
**Author:** [@MegBucher](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/MegBucher)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2024, 2:29pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/4-proactive-habits-to-help-build-financial-confidence-in-your-kids/2688 "2024-09-18T14:29:51Z")
Do you struggle with being financially responsible yourself, let alone trying to guide your children in healthy spending habits? This article provides some solid advice on the topic! What do you think is the biggest … --- ## [A marital issue in my house hold](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/a-marital-issue-in-my-house-hold/2618)
**Author:** [@Hedz](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Hedz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2024, 8:37pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/a-marital-issue-in-my-house-hold/2618 "2024-09-14T20:37:08Z")
My mom and dad are having issue right now as a Christian and a teenager what should I do. I have prayed but how can I approach them to talk about it. --- ## [So worried about this generation](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/so-worried-about-this-generation/2526)
**Author:** [@Tasha](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Tasha)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2024, 12:03pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/so-worried-about-this-generation/2526 "2024-09-09T12:03:29Z")
Why are mothers of this generation so different from those of the past generations? I request for answers because mothers are now heartless towards there children. It’s like this generation is cursed. You can find a moth… --- ## [I'm Missing My Girls](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/im-missing-my-girls/2373)
**Author:** [@WrenFaithBridger](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/WrenFaithBridger)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2024, 3:20pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/im-missing-my-girls/2373 "2024-09-07T15:20:24Z")
I have 2 daughters, ages 19 and 21. They’re both in college; we dropped them off at their respective schools over the last 2 weekends. They’re in their sophomore and senior years, respectively. OK, so this isn’t the f… --- ## [How much privacy should children have?](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-much-privacy-should-children-have/2395)
**Author:** [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2024, 6:46pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-much-privacy-should-children-have/2395 "2024-09-06T18:46:35Z")
How much privacy should a child be entrusted with? Should you have access to their password-protected accounts? --- ## [Protecting children in church](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/protecting-children-in-church/2205)
**Author:** [@Historyprof](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Historyprof)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/protecting-children-in-church/2205 "2024-08-27T20:28:56Z")
My church has some stringent rules to keep kids safe from predators who seem to target churches. Glass windows on every door to a classroom. FBI background checks on all volunteers and paid employees including pastors. … [Previous page](https://forums.crosswalk.com/c/parenting/14.md)