So proud of Daniel and excited to see him play in the NFL!

"Camp changed me." Listen as Jayce shares what he likes about Angel Tree camp. While the trees are dusted with snow, summer's just around the corner. Create an unforgettable memory and an opportunity for a child to hear the Gospel by donating today: pulse.ly/p1xpmje8mc

Dr. Becky Kennedy drops parenting gold: Sibling rivalry isn't just "being mean"—it's often deep threat perception. Kids are wired for attachment survival: "If my sibling gets more love/attention/resources, I get less." A star-athlete sib, or one who's "better" at what parents value? Instant perceived threat → more conflict. Her fix: 1. One-on-one time (no phones!) – "Connection capital on steroids." Builds security so kids act out less. 2. Name the struggle out loud – "It's hard having a sister who's always making the team and has tons of friends." Normalizes feelings, removes "bad kid vs. good kid" binary, ends isolation. Instead of "Why can't you be nice?", validate: "Yeah, that could feel really unfair/annoying." Connection honesty = less rivalry, more empathy. Game-changer insight: Most sibling fights start in the heart, not the hands. Parents: What's one small way you've tried validating sibling jealousy lately—and did it shift anything?

Your kid can do more than you think. Dr. Becky Kennedy reminds us: When your 3-year-old is whining over a puzzle they “can’t do,” those are the bang-for-our-buck parenting moments. Doing it for them = short-term peace stealing their capability. Letting them struggle = long-term resilience the addictive “I DID IT” feeling that builds unbreakable confidence. Stealing that victory by rescuing too soon robs them of one of the best feelings in the world. Next meltdown over something “impossible”? Pause. Breathe. Resist the rescue. Let them wrestle—and win. The short scream today is worth the lifelong strength tomorrow.

During Illinois State’s run to the FCS championship game, two key players recovering from injury have offered plenty of support. prairiestatepigskin.com/2025…

Illinois State football refuses to be denied throughout this entire run. Bet against the Redbirds on January 5th at your own risk.

Illinois State running back Wenkers Wright has moved past Larry Spinks (1973-76) for seventh place on the all-time ISU list with a 24-yard rush today against Northern Iowa. Q1, 7:05.

Get to know Wenkers Wright with Voice of the Redbirds @JohnFitzPBP ⤵️

WENKERS PUTS THE REDBIRDS INFRONT 😎

WE CAN'T IGNORE THIS RUN FROM WENKERS THOUGH 🤯

I love the work we get to do with Angel Tree. It changes lives.

From academics to athletics ➝ @WrightWenkers is a Campbell Trophy Semifinalist for 2025‼️ #ValleyFootball x #FCS x @RedbirdFB x @NCAA_FCS

What a beautiful honor. So proud of the man that you are @WrightWenkers

Weather delay? Perfect time to relive this touchdown by Wenkers! 😏

He’d rather run through than around! 💪🏿 #HaitianSensation

NOTHING WAS STOPPING WENKERS ❌

I’m blessed to be part of this beautiful ministry and connect with so many amazing families.

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging … Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall; He lifts his voice, the earth melts. The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. —Psalm 46:1–3, 6–7

☝️ ✌️ 👌=🏆 Wenkers did what he needed to do Saturday 😎

The trophy stays in Normal and we’ll see you next week Redbird Nation❤️