Do you know who your children are interacting with online?

Jennifer's Story: Jennifer’s son “met” a new friend while playing a video game on Xbox Live. I’m using the word “met” loosely because they didn’t meet face to face but in a virtual world, like millions of young people do each day, dialoguing with one another through game-speak.

The problem? Protecting children online is crucial because kids often don’t know who they’re really talking to. Such was the case with this young teen. But the two kept gaming together, and when this “friend” said, “I’d like to send you some money so you can upgrade your game system — what’s your address?” the young teen didn’t think twice about giving it.

Jennifer asked me, “What should we do?” “Call the police,” I said without hesitation. “And lock your doors.” Within 24 hours, their police department, which had a special unit for these situations, figured out that the “friend” wasn’t a fellow teenager and was in fact contacting their son from the home of a convicted pedophile. Read more

If you feel uncertain about politics you’re not alone. Studies show that 65% of people feel upset when they think about political issues, while only 4% feel excited. Yet, as Christians, we are called to engage with the world around us, including politics.

Should Christians Avoid Politics? is a brand-new video course from Summit Ministries designed for anyone reluctant to participate in political conversations. This course offers a thoughtful, biblical approach to understanding political engagement without pushing any partisan views.

What you’ll discover:

• How to approach politics with a biblical perspective.

• Practical guidance on how Christians can be good citizens.

• Straightforward, accessible content for small groups or personal study.

Whether you're looking for clarity on tough issues or want to explore your role as a citizen of both heaven and earth, this course is the perfect starting point. All you have to do to access this content is sign up for a free account with Summit Talks.

I can't believe that the end of summer is already within sight! School will be starting again in a couple of weeks, and my children are dreading it. Is there anything I can do to help smooth the transition? What would you recommend?

Believe it or not, your attitude can be a determinative factor in this equation. Read more