Training In Righteousness

What would a Christian Mothers Series be without practical teaching on training children?

"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4

"Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yes, he shall give delight to your soul." Proverbs 29:17. Notice that this is the opposite of the lament "My kids are driving me crazy!"

It is imperative that we correct, train, teach, exhort and discipline or children as needed. It is commanded in scripture. It is not optional. It is not on a 'feel like doing it' basis. We have something to look forward to--the promise that if we are to correct our children they will bring us rest.We cannot neglect this all important duty:

"Train a child in the way he should go, and even when he is old he will not turn away from it." Proverbs 22:6

Consistency is the key. We cannot grow lazy. We cannot overlook sin when we notice it and excuse it or ignore it. It must be addressed. We must get off the couch, stop what we are doing, get off the internet, etc. If not, there will be consequences. It will be harder the second time around.

It takes alot of work to train children, so it is important to start young. Often times you will think that you are getting nowhere and that it is all in vain, but remember that is a lie and not to give up. Stay focused. Know that your children are going to sin today and be mentally prepared for it. How will you respond? They are sinners in need of a savior--just like you. If we are still struggling with sin in our lives then they will too.

Not all children are the same and do not need the same kind of punishment. Some will be crushed by just a simple rebuke from you. Others will need firmer discipline.Be prayerful about what would need to be done. Be sure not just to REACT to the situation and use thought to handle it. A hot-tempered mama is not what you want to model. The fruit of the spirit is what you want to exemplify.

There is much I have shared on my blog already about parenting. Here are a few links to learn from...

Do you have a child centered home or God centered home? Find out here:

What Kind of Home Do You Have?

Children out of control and ruling the roost? Click here:

The Child-Centered Home

Want to know what you might be doing wrong? Read this:

Provoking Children to Anger

Have small children? Click here:

Moms With Small Blessings

Do you have your children's hearts? Find out:

Who Has Their Heart?

How To Chase After A Child's Heart

How to help our children and not tempt them:

Cleaning House

Good and Bad Appetites

(The Christian Mother Series, Part 17)