SHOW NOTES

Today’s Topic: Parenting

GUEST: Savannah Nemiccolo, Manchester Christian Church

OVERVIEW: Parenting is a big responsibility, and we don’t know anyone who really feels like they have it all together.  But even looking at the mothers and fathers in Scripture, we can see that there are no perfect parents. From Adam and Eve to Joseph and Mary, we can see how these imperfect parents learn from God, a heavenly Father.

When thinking about parenthood, consider these points:

-  Develop an environment or develop rhythms where kids can ask question and observe godly examples who model a life in Christ

-  Faith isn’t forced and faith-based rhythms must not be forced either

-  Actions speak louder than words. Kids will mimic adults behaviors, including spiritual behaviors.

-  Don’t make faith more complicated than it is. Genuine faith is crucial in kids/teens.

-  Children are blessings. We can trust God in every season, no matter what our families are going through.

-  Nobody scolds a child for falling when they first learn to walk. We encourage them to get back up and God does that when we fall down.

-  Parenting is hard, but you are a parent for a reason and you don’t have to be perfect. Imperfect parents can rely on a perfect Father.

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