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Keep Your Child on Target
Aiming your child like an arrow is a conscious, willful act. Look again at Deuteronomy 6:7: “...You shall teach [these words] diligently to your sons and shall talk of them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up” (New American Standard).
Diligence. It’s a decision backed by a commitment to hold fast to that decision. Making the firm commitment to teach your children “when you walk (or drive!) by the way, when you lie down, when you rise up” simply means making the most of every conversation.
Just because you’re a Christian and attend church faithfully does not guarantee your children are being taught your values. You cannot expect your children to get the direction they need from a couple of hours a week in church. The primary responsibility of aiming your children does not belong to the church. It belongs to you. Aim them at God’s Word, then be certain to check them at regular intervals to be certain they are still pointing in the right direction.
Let everyday situations become teaching times. Be open and responsive to the Holy Spirit to use these situations, not in a condemning way, but in an encouraging, uplifting manner. God alone knows the motivation of your child’s heart, and He alone can reveal to you the most effective way to reach him or her. As the Scripture says, “...Don’t keep on scolding and nagging your children, making them angry and resentful. Rather, bring them up with the loving discipline the Lord himself approves, with suggestions and godly advice” (Ephesians 6:4, The Living Bible).
Be certain your children are aware of your availability, no matter what you’re doing. They should know they are most important to you, and you will stop anything to meet their need.
Make it a practice to talk about the Word in all your activities. When you take a walk or go to the park, use that time to develop an appreciation for God’s creation, the birds, the beauty of the trees, the wild flowers, even the clouds in the sky.
Another opportunity for ministering the Word is bedtime. This is an especially powerful time to deposit into your children. They may have a special need for your comfort, love and approval, encouragement, assurance, or just a listening ear. The words you speak before bed last all night and are there first thing in the morning.
Using a fun, casual atmosphere, you can be very effective in impressing powerful truths to your children. As a family we frequently tell the stories about how God delivered us from Satan’s grip; how He rescued us from a particular situation; even how God brought Dennis and me together to be married; and how God miraculously gave us a child when medically it was impossible. In this way, our daughter can grow to see God’s Word as part of our everyday experience.
Shoot for Life, Not Just a Lifestyle
If your children are not to be drawn off target as they grow, they will need to see Christianity as not merely a lifestyle, but as life itself! Reach beyond the limitations of the mental realm and communicate with the hearts of your children.
What have you trained your children to prefer? Have they developed a taste for the things of the world, or the things of God? Determine to model your life in such a way that it makes growing up something worth attaining.
Children learn by example. Impart wisdom to your children through your companionship. Cultivate and nurture friendship with them.
If you aim your child like the warrior would aim the weapon in his hand, you will not be ashamed. Your meaningful relationship with your children will cause them to see the truth and appreciate your wise counsel. And the joys of living in the promises of God’s Word will bless them through eternity.
Chapter 12
Ian Britza
Parent, Be the Anointed Plugger-Upper!
“He who spares his rod [of discipline] hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines diligently and punishes
Keep Your Child on Target
Aiming your child like an arrow is a conscious, willful act. Look again at Deuteronomy 6:7: “...You shall teach [these words] diligently to your sons and shall talk of them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up” (New American Standard).
Diligence. It’s a decision backed by a commitment to hold fast to that decision. Making the firm commitment to teach your children “when you walk (or drive!) by the way, when you lie down, when you rise up” simply means making the most of every conversation.
Just because you’re a Christian and attend church faithfully does not guarantee your children are being taught your values. You cannot expect your children to get the direction they need from a couple of hours a week in church. The primary responsibility of aiming your children does not belong to the church. It belongs to you. Aim them at God’s Word, then be certain to check them at regular intervals to be certain they are still pointing in the right direction.
Let everyday situations become teaching times. Be open and responsive to the Holy Spirit to use these situations, not in a condemning way, but in an encouraging, uplifting manner. God alone knows the motivation of your child’s heart, and He alone can reveal to you the most effective way to reach him or her. As the Scripture says, “...Don’t keep on scolding and nagging your children, making them angry and resentful. Rather, bring them up with the loving discipline the Lord himself approves, with suggestions and godly advice” (Ephesians 6:4, The Living Bible).
Be certain your children are aware of your availability, no matter what you’re doing. They should know they are most important to you, and you will stop anything to meet their need.
Make it a practice to talk about the Word in all your activities. When you take a walk or go to the park, use that time to develop an appreciation for God’s creation, the birds, the beauty of the trees, the wild flowers, even the clouds in the sky.
Another opportunity for ministering the Word is bedtime. This is an especially powerful time to deposit into your children. They may have a special need for your comfort, love and approval, encouragement, assurance, or just a listening ear. The words you speak before bed last all night and are there first thing in the morning.
Using a fun, casual atmosphere, you can be very effective in impressing powerful truths to your children. As a family we frequently tell the stories about how God delivered us from Satan’s grip; how He rescued us from a particular situation; even how God brought Dennis and me together to be married; and how God miraculously gave us a child when medically it was impossible. In this way, our daughter can grow to see God’s Word as part of our everyday experience.
Shoot for Life, Not Just a Lifestyle
If your children are not to be drawn off target as they grow, they will need to see Christianity as not merely a lifestyle, but as life itself! Reach beyond the limitations of the mental realm and communicate with the hearts of your children.
What have you trained your children to prefer? Have they developed a taste for the things of the world, or the things of God? Determine to model your life in such a way that it makes growing up something worth attaining.
Children learn by example. Impart wisdom to your children through your companionship. Cultivate and nurture friendship with them.
If you aim your child like the warrior would aim the weapon in his hand, you will not be ashamed. Your meaningful relationship with your children will cause them to see the truth and appreciate your wise counsel. And the joys of living in the promises of God’s Word will bless them through eternity.
Chapter 12
Ian Britza
Parent, Be the Anointed Plugger-Upper!
“He who spares his rod [of discipline] hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines diligently and punishes
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