Raising Godly Children Archive
Dr. Scott Turansky, co-founder of the National Center for Biblical Parenting, provides this valuable training tip for teachers and parents. __ We encourage parents and teachers to ask their children a series of questions after every discipline experience. One of those questions is, “Why was that wrong?” Some parents and teachers like this question because it appears to be a set-up for a lecture. Resist …
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10 NIV). How Kids Think Children are selfish by nature. They enjoy the limelight. They like to receive gifts. They have learned to expect much from others. Children become so accustomed to having their needs met that they rarely think …
I Dropped My Kids Off at Church—Why Didn’t That Fix Them? In this revealing article, pastor Nathan Rouse provides four practical keys that can help parents grow spiritually healthy kids. __ “Last year, my oldest son went through a phase where he refused to finish his dinner, and frankly his mother and I were tired of trying to meet his every whim. After going back …
We all want our children to exhibit godly character and become men and women of integrity. In this practical article by Dr. Scott Turansky, co-founder of the National Center for Biblical Parenting, you’ll discover three character qualities foundational for honesty.
“Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14 ESV How Kids Think In an effort to be “cool” and to fit in, many children become …
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17, KJV) How Kids Think “What’s so special about the Bible?” Children see lots and lots of different books at libraries, stores, and online. Some people treat God’s …
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:34-35 ESV). How Kids Think Children wonder, “Does anyone really love me?“ Students are aware that human love often comes with …