I love that her goal is to use Scripture to teach, rebuke, correct, and train in righteousness (pg 37). On that note...she has another little book that is like an outline with specific verses that correlate with specific sins. This is to be a little pocket guide to point out to your child what the Bible says about various sins they may commit. It is called Wise words for moms. I'm going to order this asap.
How fabulous is the step by step examples on how to use this type of correction!?
Jackson has just recently started verbalizing his emotions. If I tell him to do something he doesn't like or get onto him for something he will tell me that that made him mad or angry. At first this really annoyed me, but now I realize that this is a positive thing. He is able to express to me how he feels and I can help him work through "why" he feels that way and how he should respond to that emotion. I'm trying to remember that it isn't a sin for him to feel angry...the way he responds to that anger will determine whether or not he is sinning and needs correction.
He has also started telling me when he feels sad. Sometimes this drives me absolutely crazy! For a couple of weeks there he was saying, "Me so sad", about EVERYTHING that wasn't just right. I heard that phrase countless times in a day. I have just realized in the past week that I need to tell him that it is OK to feel sad sometimes, but he needs to think about everything he has to be thankful for. Today I listed many ways in which he is blessed (a mommy, daddy, and brother that love him so much, a house to keep him warm, a bed to sleep in, food to eat, toys to play with....and on and on). I explained that not all children in the world have all of these things and when he feels sad he needs to think about all of the reasons he has to be happy. After my explanation he just sat there for a second and then looked at me with a big smile and said, "Me so proud." I think I'm going to introduce the rejoice in the Lord always Scripture this week.
Page 45 is great too...training them to think like Christians.
anyone have any insight?
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This is an online book club that discusses the book by Ginger Plowman 'Don't make me count to Three'. We talk about practical ways to raise Godly children through heart-oriented, Scriptural parenting.
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I still don't have the book (amazon.com issue) but by reading your comments, I can at least get the jist. Anyway, one thing I'd love to share is the importance and benefits of praying with your young children every day, at all times just like the Word tells us. Abi fell off the slide at the mall playground last night and hurt her belly. I got her settled and took her home and gave her a little ibuprofen to help with the probable bruising/soreness. We prayed last night like always before bed and prayed that her pain would be gone and that Jesus would heal her. Jake told me this morning that the first thing out of her mouth was that her belly was all better because Jesus healed her! It makes me smile to know how we are passing on God's love to her but also keeps me grounded knowing what an awesome responsiblity we have in raising our children!
I think its wonderful when children are able to verbalize their feelings. When Ava is obviously very upset about something, I will sometimes say "you're angry, you're mad" Surprisingly, this usually does help to calm her down.
Laura, I like your idea ab out asking them what they are thankful for. Sometimes, I do this when I'm having one of those days! It puts things in perspective.
Keri, that must have been a great feeling to hear Abi say that. Thats when you know you are leaving a strong impression:)
Jess
Okay...I am a bad sister...I need to re-read so I can think about these things more clearly. Ella is almost 14 mos and the time is now for me. God, I need you.
BTW - I can't wait for December...life will slow down so much!
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