The Voices of Homeschooling Today

In The Way of Pain and the Way Everlasting, Steve Demme opens his heart and shares a deeply personal story of brokenness, healing, and transformation. Through loss, therapy, and surrender, Steve uncovers the roots of lifelong pain—and the faithful presence of a God who gently reveals, restores, and leads us into truth. With biblical insight and emotional vulnerability, this powerful article reminds us that anxious thoughts and sorrow often point to deeper needs—and that God longs to meet us there. It’s a testimony of how pain can become the path to peace.

In Gatekeepers, Ashley Wiggers calls parents to be vigilant protectors of their children’s identity, thoughts, and emotional well-being. Blending spiritual insight with practical parenting wisdom, she explains how discernment, relational connection, and emotional awareness help us guard against the lies of the enemy. With relatable stories and grace-filled encouragement, Ashley shows how we can walk with our kids through big emotions—without giving those emotions too much authority. This article is a powerful reminder that parents are called, equipped, and never alone in the fight for their children’s hearts.

In I Can’t Decide: Teaching Decision-Making Skills, Kay Chance explores how to help children—and ourselves—make thoughtful, Spirit-led choices. With clarity and compassion, she outlines steps for wise decision-making, from discerning needs and wants to identifying life-giving versus life-draining options. Through personal stories and biblical truth, Kay reminds us that even our missteps can be part of God’s plan to shape us into Christ’s likeness. This article is full of encouragement for parents who want to raise confident, thoughtful decision-makers without adding more pressure to the day.

In Cultivating Healthy Habits, Connie Albers gently challenges us to consider what we’re feeding our children—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. From screen time and sugar to structure and soul care, Connie explains how small daily choices shape appetites and cravings over time. With wise perspective and grace for the messy middle, she reminds us that lasting change doesn’t come from guilt or grand plans, but from faithful presence and consistent love. This article is a timely encouragement for any parent seeking to reset the rhythms of home.

In Navigating the Storm: Parenting Big Emotions in Little Bodies, Kathy Eggers offers science-backed wisdom and practical tools for helping young children process their feelings. Through real-life examples and gentle guidance, she explains how co-regulation, consistent routines, and safe spaces can support emotional development in our little ones. Kathy’s experience as a mom, nana, and child development expert shines through, encouraging parents to stay connected and calm—even in the chaos. This is a reassuring and empowering message for anyone navigating those hard but holy moments of parenting.

In How to Throw a Bigger Fit, Jennifer Cabrera uses her signature humor and razor-sharp insight to unpack the all-too-familiar homeschool standoff. Through exaggerated reenactments and witty narration, she compares parent and child meltdowns—then offers a better way forward. Grounded in Scripture and full of grace, this article reminds us to lead with calm, teach with humility, and lean on God when emotions flare. You’ll laugh, nod in recognition, and walk away with a renewed commitment to be the bigger person—even when the coffee spills and the grammar book hits the floor.

In The Heart of Learning: Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Your Homeschool, Colleen Kessler beautifully unpacks why EQ is just as important—if not more so—than IQ, especially for neurodivergent kids. With practical tools and encouraging insight, she shows how emotional intelligence can be woven into everyday life through co-regulation, storytelling, play, and empathy. This article is a lifeline for parents raising beautifully complex kids, offering hope that emotional growth happens not through perfect plans, but through consistent love and presence. It’s a heartfelt reminder that thriving starts in the heart.

In The Bones Know, Todd Wilson urges dads (and moms too) to trust the quiet inner voice that so often reflects God’s Spirit. With humor and unmistakable honesty, Todd makes the case for leaning into what you feel “in your bones”—especially when it comes to knowing when to rest, change curriculum, or stand up for your spouse. This freeing and affirming article reminds us that you don’t have to justify doing what you know is best for your family. Trust your instincts. Listen to your bones. God speaks there.

In At the Heart of It, Ashley Wiggers shares a tender message from the Father’s heart—an invitation to surrender our hidden hurts, fears, and disappointments to the One who loves us perfectly. With honest storytelling and gentle spiritual insight, she reminds us that God’s desire has always been intimate relationship, not distant religion. Through Christ’s sacrifice, we’re welcomed into healing, identity, and joy, even in the midst of life’s hardest seasons. This article calls us to deeper trust and heartfelt worship, especially when it costs us something—because now is the only time we’ll worship through pain. Let it encourage you to open your heart wide and let Him in.

In Creating Refuge, Joy and Routine, Durenda Wilson offers a grace-filled perspective on home and family life. Through a collection of timeless reflections, she reminds us that our homes are God-given gardens meant to be tended with love, not perfection. With practical wisdom on building peaceful routines, finding joy in the everyday, and choosing relationship over rigor, Durenda invites moms to slow down, simplify, and savor this season. It’s an encouraging reminder that homeschooling isn’t about having it all together—it’s about staying faithful in the midst of the mess.

In Opening the Door, Steve Demme shares his personal journey of discovering a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. Prompted by Scripture and reflection, he uncovers how unresolved wounds and misconceptions about God’s love can hinder our ability to love Him in return. Through prayer, Scripture, and a willingness to confront painful baggage, Steve opens his heart to transformation. This article is a heartfelt reminder that God’s love is not only true—it’s personal, healing, and ready to meet us when we invite Him in.