“So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” – Genesis 1:27 Sometimes we forget that children, as well as adults, have problems. We, perhaps, think that all we need to do to make them happy is to praise them and let them have a lot of fun. Not so! Children sometimes worry themselves to the point of sickness. They have an added problem. They often don’t have the vocabulary or experience to be able to explain their feelings to … [Read more...]
The dreams of parents
The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand. – Psalm 37:23,24 (NIV) When my younger sister had her first child, she sent me a picture of the baby with lots of lace and a pretty blanket. On the back of the picture was written “The next Miss America”. I still chuckle about that picture. She didn’t become Miss America, but she became an excellent teacher/ counselor at a high school and is now … [Read more...]
Giving or receiving?
And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ – Acts 20:35 (NKJV) In today’s world, it seems that most of the focus on raising children centers around what we can do for them. The truth is, children learn much more by what they do for others and by participating in events rather than simply being onlookers. As Christmas approaches, let us incorporate children in as many activities as possible. There is actually more self … [Read more...]
Dilemma of Halloween
“…The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” – I Samuel 16:17 (NIV) Halloween presents a dilemma for Christian parents. Do they really want their children celebrating a holiday that was begun by people who were not worshiping our Lord? Not only that, the history of Halloween has many undesirable things associated with it. Yet, is it fair to a child to restrict them from enjoying what seems so harmless … [Read more...]
In their shoes
“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV It is easy to become so concerned with our hustle and bustle as parents that we forget the feelings that children have as they prepare to return to school. Yes, parents worry about clothes, supplies, schedules, etc. But what about the children, and what they are feeling and thinking? It is good to remember when we were in school. The worries of … [Read more...]
Adopted children have questions
But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. – Galatians 4:4-5 (NKJV) When my husband and I were dating many years ago, we often helped some missionary friends who had a children’s home for American Indian children. These children had come from homes where there had been problems with alcohol, etc. We often said that we thought it would be best … [Read more...]
Dad needs mom’s support
“Wives, submit to your own husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and do not be bitter toward them. – Colossians 3:18,19 When my husband and I were first married, I told him that I did not want to be in first place in his life. What I preferred was to have him always put God in first place, then I would know that I would always be in second place. God plans everything perfectly, if we would only follow His ways! Many would argue that women should not have to … [Read more...]
A great tool!
“Do not say, ‘Why were the former days better than these?’ For you do not inquire wisely concerning this. – Ecclesiastes 7:10 NKJV We all like good tools that will help us get our tasks accomplished. Some of the latest and best tools to be invented, in my opinion, include the computer, cell phone, and the technology that comes with them. However, just like any other tool, they must be used appropriately or they can cause harm. I don’t think there are very many people who would give a … [Read more...]
Children and money
For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Mark 8:36 (KJV) There are many people who think all problems can be solved by money. Not so! However, children do need to learn a healthy respect for money. When children earn their own money, it means much more to them and they learn that money doesn’t come easily. There are ways that even elementary school children can earn money. On one occasion, I remember, after grocery shopping, our … [Read more...]
The best stories for children
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105 Many parents spend a great deal of money on the most up-to-date books for children. Many of the recent books I have seen do no more for children than give them practice in saying words. Some even have underlying philosophies that Christian parents should try to avoid for their children. I remember my daughter telling me that someone gave our granddaughter a book about a person who really wanted to be a model and … [Read more...]
Pity isn’t the answer
“If your right eye causes you to sin, pluck it out and cast it from you; for it is more profitable for you that one of your members perish, than for your whole body to be cast into hell.” – Matthew 5:29 (NKJV) How do we feel when we see someone who is mentally or physically challenged? Is our first feeling one of pity? What does our pity do to help the individual? There are many parents wondering, “Why me?” “Why did God give me this child to raise? Is He punishing me for something I … [Read more...]
Parenting can be tough
“Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them.” – Psalm 127:4-5 (NIV) The Bible tells us that children are a gift from God, but sometimes it is tough to parent that gift! None of us would want to give up those precious little ones, but raising them is not always easy! My husband and I worked on the Navajo reservation in the late 50’s and early 60’s. He was responsible for the children in one dormitory and I was … [Read more...]
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