Disagreement Without Disrespect

by Darrin Hull | Mar 3, 2026 | Parenting Real Talk

Our children today are growing up in an environment where disagreement is often loud, dismissive, and disrespectful. To disagree is often framed as courageous and seen as a brave act of defiance against authority. However, Scripture gives a different definition of...

Parenting through Anxiety, Depression, and Worry

by Darrin Hull | Jan 6, 2026 | Mental Health, Parenting Real Talk

Anxiety, depression, and worry are common struggles to many adults, and this is not an exception for those who are parents. While many try to “make it through” these emotional storms, Proverbs 11:14 offers a different perspective. It says, “In the multitude of...

Beyond Behavior — Looking Past Behavior and Into the Heart

by Darrin Hull | Dec 16, 2025 | Parenting Real Talk

One of the most common parenting struggles is managing behavior. No matter a child’s age, behaviors are something through which every parent must guide their child. But before behaviors can be managed, they must be understood. Understanding a child’s behavior isn’t...

Talking to Kids about Politics

by Darrin Hull | Sep 23, 2025 | Parenting Real Talk

Talking to your children about politics can feel overwhelming. While it may be easier to avoid the topic all together, children are becoming more and more aware of political issues from friends, teachers, social media, and other sources. Although it is healthy to...

When Your Child Faces Depression: A Guide for Parents

by Darrin Hull | Sep 2, 2025 | Mental Health, Parenting Real Talk

As a parent, it’s one of the most painful things to witness—your child losing joy, struggling to get out of bed, withdrawing from friends and family, or saying things like “I don’t feel like myself anymore.” Depression in children and teens is real, and as both a...

David and Saul—A Biblical Response to Bullying

by Darrin Hull | Jul 29, 2025 | Parenting Real Talk

Bullying is a universal concern for parents. A 2022 study by the National Center for Education Statistics cited that 1 out of every 5 children report being bullied, while 100 percent of students polled reported experiencing or witnessing acts of bullying....