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Children influence others

When children are taught at home and church to radiate the love of Christ, they will influence others positively.

‘Where is Dad?’

Is it possible that the men in our country are somewhat confused as to their role? 

The pleasure of ‘please’

Saying “please” reflects an attitude of humility.

Praise Him!

Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone understood that it is God who deserves praise.  He is the one who is special! If everyone knew this, there would be no shouting at others nor people trying to hurt others

There is good fear, there is bad fear

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10 NKJV)

Children need hope

What can parents do to help children have hope? 

Where to?

Living a life pleasing to God involves prayer and Bible study.  Having a daily devotional time in the home is a good way to develop the habit in children to do daily Bible reading. 

Jesus on the Shelf?

An elf on the shelf is a visual tool that can be used to lead children to the understanding of the ever-watching Lord.  It can be used as a springboard to discuss with children that Jesus truly does see them all the time.  As they become engrossed in the game, parents can introduce conversation about our Lord. 

True Gratitude

God wants gratitude to be real to Him just as the gratitude our children showed their dad was real.  Why is it difficult for our children to express real gratitude to God?  Could it be that God is not real to them.  Perhaps they don’t realize that God is the source of all we have.  Have they not been taught to be grateful for what they have?

It’s not all about me

Teaching children to have compassion and mercy for others will prevent this generation from becoming the next “me” generation.

‘Whatever’ kids

Have you noticed how often some children use the word “whatever?”  Some children seem to have it as a favorite word.  Sometimes the word is used because a child may have given up on getting his/her desires.  Often, however, it is an indication that the child really has no strong feelings one way or another. 

What is ‘chunk learning’?

We provoke children when we become demanding in our expectations.  Love is patient.  As we work with children, we need to patiently help them be successful.  Our desire for the spiritual welfare of our children may tempt us to expect more than they are capable of producing.

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