Christian Parenting For Toddlers
It is amazing how we can speak our biblical truths to others and they somehow feel offended. But yet, the secular world is not shy to counteract your beliefs with theirs. That is why I decided to write a page dedicated to how important it is for Christian Parents to understand the truths versus the lies. It is that simple. From a toddler perspective we try and teach our son values and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. You may be asking yourself but how do you accomplish this with a toddler? On the contrary that is the best time to instill their beliefs. Their belief system will be the foundation for their entire lives. It is the greatest gift we can give our children. "God chooses each parent with great care. "For I have chosen him, so that he will direct his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing what is right and just. . ." (Genesis 18:19). God entrusts your children to your specific care. He wants you to know that kind, firm correction will train your children to obey Him. "Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord" (Colossians 3:20). Consistent, loving correction helps children learn biblical truths like self-discipline. God knew Abraham would raise godly children and God blessed him. By applying God's standards, we too can receive God's blessings as parents." www.allaboutparenting.org When I read the paragraph above I was encouraged to do the right thing where my christian parenting was concerned. What happens is that we can get complacent in our faith.....which reflects in our parenting. We must have the first to have the last. I also provide an online Christian counseling service. I help individuals who are having problems with their marriage, family, relationships and more. I think Christian counseling is one of the best things you can do for you and your family. When we instruct our children, we are not simply presenting a list of rules to follow. We are letting our "actions speak" by training them according to God's standards. By living a righteous life, parents provide their children with the understanding of how God's rules govern all our lives. Then, as our children mature, they develop a habit of doing right, serving God by making their own decisions. You are the Model parents... Your children will learn from what they see. If they hear foul language then they will repeat those words. if they see how honest Mom is what will they learn? To become an honest person. You must set the examples... It is the goal of every parent to see their children accept responsibility for their decisions. If our children learn from their mistakes and accept godly correction, then we are on the right course. It is our jobs as parents to raise Christian children. It is important that we walk the walk and talk the talk parents. It is not enough to just say grace before dinner or pray before bed. How about we all just get dressed up and go to church on Sunday? What do all of these things mean when you are not living your life that is for God and according to his Word. We really must examine our lives so that we can be the best in christian parenting. It is hard for some to let go of the "World". However the world is not where your focus should be. Look to the Lord for the guidance and the truth. The Bible holds all of Life's answers. You must sacrifice and seek God. This will pour over into your parenting and then into your children. The Lord never said it would be easy. Christian parenting can be hard at times. Feel free to tune into my radio show and listen and be encouraged. I would love for you to contact me through my site as well! I can be encouragement to you and yes I too need to be encouraged. We are all in this journey together! Thank You and Be Blessed! Sign up for "The Toddler Times Free E-Zine!
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Christian Parenting is important to my family. We feel that it is a bigger task than it used to be in the past. Our children are being influenced by the world and even in the public school system to sway their beliefs. That is why our role as parents is so crucial in this time.
