Passing the Faith
How to Raise a Pharisee
Do you want to raise a Pharisee? I don’t. But just in case you do, here is a 12 step program on How to Raise a Pharisee. With tongue firmly in check, this presentation reminds us as parents of things NOT to do. I might have a quibble with one or two things but still lots [...]
Asking Life Questions
The purposes of a man’s heart are deep waters but a man of understanding draws him out. Proverbs 20:5. One of the ways we can encourage our children to grow wise is to ask questions when they are in the presence of older and wiser people. Just a few questions can draw deep wisdom from [...]
Heroes and Celebrities
Kevin DeYoung makes a great point at his blog about heroes vs celebrities. This needs to be clear in our mind as we disciple our children. Are the people they are following heroes or celebrities? Here is part of what he had to say: “Christians need heroes. They can live without celebrities. The two are [...]
Barna’s Six Reasons Kid’s Leave the Church
In a new article (to go along with a new book), George Barna states six reasons that young people leave the church. Whether these are real problems or just perceptions of problems, it is still helpful to hear what might be going on in the minds of young people. Knowing these allow parents to practice [...]
Our Children Are Never Too Young – J.C. Ryle
HT:J.C. Ryle Quotes We must never allow ourselves to suppose that little children’s souls may be safely let alone. Their character depends exceedingly on what they see and hear during their first seven years. They are never too young to learn evil and sin. They are never too young to receive religious impressions. They think [...]
