Raising Godly Boys Minute

• #1051: Compass

  Are you sure your son is on the right path?Once, while teaching a map and compass course to a group of boys, the leaders began to notice that none of the boys were finding the right path.  Some were off by small margins, and some went entirely the wrong direction!  The activity was a failure, and only later was it discovered to be because of  buried power lines and water lines under the church property that were throwing the compass readings off wildly.Set your son's compass to true north.  Show him the right paths, and help him on his way to growing into a man of God.For information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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• #1050: Teaching Honesty

  How can you teach your son to be honest? To put it simply: Champion the truth. If your son makes a mistake but confesses, praise his honesty more than focusing on the mistake. And if he does tell a lie, make sure he knows he’s getting punished more for the lie than the wrongdoing. It’s also crucial to remember that your son is watching you closely. He will hear you lie to your boss about why you had to take a sick day. And he will notice when you compliment a friend, but turn around and insult that same friend behind their back. Ask God to give you the strength to model for your son the life described in 1 John 3:18, that loves “with actions and in truth.” For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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• #1049: Protect Your Son

  Can you protect your son from today's toxic culture?The Bible says to “train up a child in the way he will go, and he will not depart from it.” Just like training to throw a spiral pass or paddle a canoe, training your son to avoid today's moral pitfalls is worth the time and effort.Workouts and drills are for more than the football field and the outdoors. Teaching your son that daily time with God is important for his soul, mind and body and helping him practice it day after day will give him strong roots that grow deep into good soil and can keep him anchored in the way he should go.For information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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• #1048: Blessing

  Would you give your son a blessing? It may sound like a strange concept, but it’s  seen throughout the Bible between fathers and sons. Dr. John Trent and Dr. Gary Smalley wrote about this in their book, The Blessing. They say that most blessings in the Bible include five things, quote, “meaningful and appropriate touch, a spoken message, attaching high value, picturing a special future, and an active commitment.” [end quote] Try it yourself. Before your son goes to bed, give him a hug. Tell him about his worth, his future, and your role in all of it. It may feel awkward at first, but ask God to give you the right words. I promise, even if your son doesn’t seem to respond, it will mean the world to him. For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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• #1047: Mentoring

  How can you be sure your son will succeed?If you've asked this question, you're not alone.  We all want the best for our children, but how can we help them on their way?  Give your son something to aim for.  Set a target for him that ignites excitement.  Surround your son with great examples of godly character. Finding father figures and mentors to teach him, train him, and be his guide as he grows and develops strong habits of excellence is a very good start.Frank Sonnenberg says of mentoring: “You never know when you're creating a spark that will last forever.” Create that spark in your son.  Inspire him.  Give him his path to success.For information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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