2006-10-29 11:02:58 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It has everything to do with the way your children are raised. For example, I am Christian and I raised my son to be faithful to all that the scripture teaches, to pray, and seek the LORD in all that he does. I taught my son to ask himself, would he be doing this if he could see CHRIST sitting right next to him at the time he was doing whatever. Not that he always makes the right choice, and neither do I, but that is what makes our LORD so wonderful. He is loving and forgiving even when we as sinful people fall short.
2006-10-29 11:08:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If they are true Christians, they should be raising good Christian children who love the Lord and obey Him. What's the problem?
2006-10-29 11:19:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Bible clearly defines the role of parents regarding discipline. For instance, Ephesians 6:4 says: “You, fathers, do not be irritating your children, but go on bringing them up in the discipline and mental-regulating of Jehovah.” This scripture mentions particularly the father as the one who should take the lead in caring for his children. The mother, of course, works alongside her husband.
On this subject The Interpreter’s Dictionary of the Bible states: “In the Bible discipline is closely associated with training, instruction, and knowledge on the one hand, and with reproof, correction, and punishment on the other hand. Its natural application is in the sphere of child training.” Thus, discipline goes far beyond reprimands; it includes all the training that children need to thrive. But how can parents avoid causing irritation?
What irritates a child? Think about this situation. You have a workmate who is ill-tempered and impatient. Nothing about you pleases him. He seems to find fault with everything you say and do. He often rejects your work and makes you feel rejected as a person. Would that not irritate and dishearten you?
The same can happen to a child when his parents are constantly badgering him or correcting him in anger. It is true that children need correction from time to time and that the Bible authorizes parents to give such. However, irritating a child by harsh, unloving treatment can cause emotional, spiritual, and even physical harm.
Parents must make time for their children. Regarding God’s regulations, Deuteronomy 6:7 tells fathers: “You must inculcate them in your son and speak of them when you sit in your house and when you walk on the road and when you lie down and when you get up.” Children are born with the need to feel that their parents deeply care for them. Engaging your children in calm conversations on a daily basis can help you to understand their feelings. This can make it easier to reach their hearts with Bible-based principles, motivating them to “fear the true God and keep his commandments.” (Ecclesiastes 12:13) This is part of godly discipline.
If raising children can be compared to building a house, then discipline is one of the construction tools. When parents use it properly, they can build desirable qualities into the personalities of their children and equip them to face the trials of life. Proverbs 23:24, 25 describes the result: “The father of a righteous one will without fail be joyful; the one becoming father to a wise one will also rejoice in him. Your father and your mother will rejoice, and she that gave birth to you will be joyful.”
2006-10-29 11:10:22 · answer #3 · answered by da chet 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Christian parents are cruel, I was raised by them. I will never force my kids to sit still in a boring service, where pictures of bush are displayed in front of the preacher.
2006-10-29 11:07:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
When it is false religion they are following, it shows in the childrens actions.
True religion shows up with children having respect for God's laws and those of mankind.
Try attending a Kingdom Hall near you, you will see what I mean.
2006-10-29 11:08:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Unfortunately, they will force their children into an indoctrination. Children will soak up any old fairy story and believe it because an adult told them to and they will never question anything. Those who cannot think for themselves will then never question it even in adulthood. A great shame.
2006-10-29 11:07:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It brings comfort knowing that we as parents don't know everything, and even we, as children of God screw up now and then. Forgiveness is essential. Granting of wishes is not.
2006-10-29 11:07:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Usually they try to curb creative and free thinking.
They emphasize blind obedience.
They encourage an atmosphere of fear.
2006-10-29 11:16:02 · answer #8 · answered by The Chaos Within 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
they instill christian values to their kids life.
2006-10-29 11:06:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
sadly in most cases it does not.
2006-10-29 11:07:19 · answer #10 · answered by Hannah's Grandpa 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋