What if our kids’ first Bible is an app?

When we hear about generations who are digital natives, I think of something that happened with my son a few years ago. We were in the car and he heard a song he loves. When it was over, he asked me to play it again. The only problem was that we were listening to the […]

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Technology and kids — a study in contrasts

Since OneHope develops relevant Scripture engagement products and programs geared for children and teens, we closely monitor what is trending globally in pertinent arenas such as education, technology, psychology, spirituality and communication. We have been whiplashed by the sharp contrast in studies that are coming out about the role of technology in child development. Some major […]

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Warning! You are losing a generation

Teen girl excessively sitting at the phone at home. she is a victim of online social networks. Sad teen checking phone sitting on the floor in the living room at home with a dark background. Victim of online bullying Stalker social networks

I’m not Paul, but if he were around today writing letters to churches, I imagine that he might pen something like this: To all of God’s churches both at home and abroad, I pray for you diligently. I wish you peace and God’s presence and blessing always. As a co-laborer with you in Him, it […]

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Adoption: The Call of a Lifetime

When Rob asked me to write for his blog, I was eager to do so. After all, the heartbeat of OneHope in so many ways is synced with ours at Focus on the Family. Both organizations exist to share the Gospel. Both have a passion to see children thrive in Christ … because of Christ. […]

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Return to Africa

My recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania reminded me that Africa holds a special place in my heart. My first visit was shortly after Bob and I were married in 1960.   Our first home was a mud house with a thatched roof in the interior of Senegal. Our visit to West and East Africa […]

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6 Steps to prevent the next generation from spiritual extinction

To young men

Did you know that Swaziland is predicted to be the first nation to become extinct because of HIV/AIDS? If this kingdom does not take drastic measures to regain their nation’s health, an entire population is at risk of simply disappearing off the planet. The same prognostication could be true for the future of the kingdom […]

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