kids

Parenting is not for the faint of heart, by any means. And yet...there's nothing else so rewarding, humbling, and honoring as having the God of the universe entrust you with this precious soul. As your toddler grows into a big kid, there's fun and challenges along the way. But never fear, you are their mama and you are 100% able to do this.

training

So much of parenting is training. They are watching you all the time! Even without being aware, you are training them. How you respond to things, the tone in your voice, does what you say match what you actually do?

I heard some great advice once, and I'll share it with you:

You must have ALL three of these to bring up balanced children:

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Affection
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Instruction
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Correction
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If you just have affection & instruction, you will have kids thinking the world owes them everything.

If you just have correction & instruction, your kids won't know how to give love and will never expect love.

We must be aware of all three and be open to Holy Spirit's promptings. I don't know about you, but there's no way I could parent without God's help! Prioritizing your own time with God and His Word, will help you parent well and have insight into your child's weaknesses and strengths. Ask God to help you each step of the way - He's more than willing to help. After all, He knows them better than you!

I cannot stress this book enough: The Power of a Praying Parent

That books covers EVERY area of your child's life and it's never too soon (or too late) to start.

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