Raising Godly Kids

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. By following God's word we can raise children who avoid evil and serve God faithfully." Proverbs 22:6

Tips on Raising Godly Kids

How can parents succeed in training children in the home? What parenting and child-raising authorities should fathers and mothers follow: the Bible or psychologists, social workers, and educators? Is there a purpose and goal that should families pursue? How important are love and instruction in the family and parenting? How should parents motivate and discipline unruly children? What about spanking, punishment, and rewards? Is it possible for a father and mother to raise godly kids despite modern social pressures in entertainment, recreation, and education?

1. Have a Purpose

No one and nobody will succeed in any task without keeping his goal clearly in mind. Imagine a basketball team that becomes so wrapped up in their beautiful uniforms, venues, and making commercials that they forget about winning ball games. Uniforms and a venue are helpful - even commercials may be all right - but the players must remember their goal is to win games!
So parents must keep their responsibility clearly in mind. What do you consider to be your goal as a parent? What would it take to make you feel that you had been a success or a failure as a parent?

• Parents set goals for your kids.
• Some Goals are proper but are not the main goal.
• The main goal is to train kids to serve God so they can receive eternal life.

to be continued . . .