FAQ’s From Parents When Their Kids Resist Church
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FAQ’s From Parents When Their Kids Resist Church

ByMark Jones

By Dr. Jim Dempsey As a children’s pastor, I hear from parents whose kids resist coming to church. I cringe when parents tell me they aren’t coming because of this. I’m tempted to shout back that church is God’s idea, and attending is not an option! (Hebrews 10:25) I want to point out that people…

The Responsibility to Balance Discipline with Relationship 
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The Responsibility to Balance Discipline with Relationship 

ByMark Jones

I believe Josh McDowell’s statement: “Rules without relationship leads to rebellion;” simplifies Ephesians 6:4. When we exasperate or provoke our children with rules without taking the time to know them as individuals, there will not be respectful compliance.  Fathers, don’t exasperate your children by coming down hard on them. Take them by the hand and…

The Gifts of Capability and Confidence Create Leaders
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The Gifts of Capability and Confidence Create Leaders

ByMark Jones

  Although most religious educators work to instill biblical information and values to students, many do not consider the importance of training children to serve one another. Capable confident leadership begins its development in the preschool years. Jesus spent time guiding the disciples and then He gave them responsibilities. “When Jesus had called the Twelve…

15 Things Your Preteen Wants to Tell You
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15 Things Your Preteen Wants to Tell You

ByMark Jones

  Listen.  Listening is the first step to carrying on a conversation with your preteen.  Ask her questions about things that interest her.  Give her a chance to think about how to answer.  Give your child your full attention when she is talking to you. Encourage  rather than criticize.  One of the fastest ways to…

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