A Word of Caution to Parents

Parenting in these times can be a daunting and sometimes seemingly impossible task! As a parent I know how hard it can be. The role of a parent is the most important of all that you will be required to undertake. It is much more challenging than that of being a employee (or employer), a spouse or any other role you make have to play. Parenting can be a joy or a drag depending on how it is approached by the parent. First and foremost a parent NEEDS to be a role model for his/her kids. I can't be doing things that I know are wrong and then expect my kids not to want to do likewise. Kids are natural imitators of their parents! If you smoke, your kids are going to do likewise! Do you cuss or use profanities? Don't be surprised if they do also. Someone once said our children are a mirror of ourselves. The WORST thing any parent can do is demand that their kids not engage in a certain behavior and the parent is! If you want rebellion and strife in your home this is a sure way of achieving it! So parents watch your attitudes, behavior and lifestyle. Ask yourself honestly: Do I want my kid to turn out to be like me? If the answer is no then your work (and mine) is just starting. So then begin by asking God to forgive you for not being what you should be and ask Him to mould you into the kind of parent you desire to be. Next confess to your kids (gulp) that you have not been a good role model as a parent. Lastly pray with your kids that God will help all (parents & kids) to have good relationships one with another. The old adage still rings true: "The family that prays together stays together". Continue praying together as this will bring you and your kids closer to each other and God. Be Blessed!