I am not an atheist....but don't go to church...I pray sometimes, but religion has never been a big factor in my families life....I am sending my daughter to a Christian school where they pray before snack time and hear Bible stories....I dont want to freak her out with too much talk of God....she's never heard of Him yet....what do you think? Its important to me that she learn the morals and lifestyle that goes with being Christian...
2007-09-28 00:11:44 · 21 answers · asked by Daisyhill 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Wanting to teach your daughter the "lifestyle" of a christian is a good thing (peace, charity, love, kindness, fairness, justice). Is 3 too young to learn? No....that's about the right time to teach them to share right?
Now...sending her to a Christian school is about the right way to start introducing her to God. Most Bible stories are going to be really simple...one page with a picture. Not like we're talking full seminary theology (*wink*)....but it is a good start.
Now...the time will come, when she is old enough to look into her own home...what will she see? And this is why I want to talk to you about your own relationship with Christ. I'm not going to preach down, or preach up....but please remember, children are very observant and keen to remember.
I was an atheist before I met my wife...even afterwards, "church" wasn't a big deal. But ...something about becoming a father...I began to truly understand how much God loves me...if it's anything like what I feel for my son, why would I want to reject that love? I don't want my son to reject mine, do I? Oh, so much more to say, to encourage you, but if you want to know more, or just feel like discussing this further, remember, email stamps are free.
† Traveling Prayer Warrior †
2007-09-28 15:05:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm the same way, although I pray all the time, I just don't go to church. I don't get enough sleep already between school and cheer leading. Well what I would do, because most 3 year olds can't sit still in church, let alone understand what they are saying. I would bring them to a Wednesday children's church if they have one. Those are usually fun to go to, she will learn about Christianity, develop good morals, and socialize with other children. If that's not an option for you there are usually sitters to watch toddlers when you go to big church. They usually have them color from a christian color book, or read them a story from the bible that is written as a children's book. I hope this helped.
2007-09-28 00:28:20 · answer #2 · answered by Shelbi =) 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
On Daystar this Saturday Morning there were children Christian educational programs. You can maybe get the book Hermy the Ordinary Caterpillar or other children Christian books found in a Christian book store or web site. Read them to her.
It is written that all people born into this world has seen the True Light. So? She has a God given conscience. What I do with my grand girls is pray with them at night if I am around. In all things give thanks. Thank you God for mommy, daddy, etc... God, please keep the scary man away. Thank you God for keeping me safe in this storm.
Just start praying with them if they are afraid or something. Thanking God for Gods protection.
What did Jesus Say. Jesus said to Love God & love others. To do to others what we would have others do to us. These are the most important commandments. And all the other morals, etc. are in these commandments.
Also, Jesus said to not forsake the little children from coming to Him. For such is likened unto the Kingdom of God.
Also, You need to recognize that God loves you and is putting this desire in your heart. Because you are a loving parent & want the best for your children. So? Realize how much Father God loves you. http://www.fathersloveletter.com
2007-09-29 11:45:05 · answer #3 · answered by t_a_m_i_l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What she get in school should also be reflected at home, sp that she wont get confused.
Start praying before and after the meal with her. In that way she can easily go with the class.
You can tell stories with her about christmas. Children can easily connect with christmas.
Three year olds doesn't freak out when there are so much talk... All you have to do is just let her ask questions about God, all you have to do is give simple answers.
2007-09-28 00:25:52 · answer #4 · answered by jerriel 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The best way to teach is by example. Your daughter is going to copy everything you do. If this is important to you...as it must be since you are sending her to a Christian school, then I would be as involved as you can be in what she learns. Find a church that you can go to as a family. Take her to the little kids classes...they will teach her songs about Jesus that will stick with her the rest of her life. In the summer take her to vacation Bible school. She is open right now and it is the best time to learn. Say her prayers with her at night. You can get cute little songs about Jesus on tapes and play them in the car. Kids feel safer when they know Jesus is taking care of them and that they have a guardian angel just for them. I was having car trouble one day when my son was little. We were out in traffic. He was a little nervous since he could tell I was.....then he said..."mom..mom, we forgot to pray to Jesus." I had to stop right there...and pray with him. That helped us both. They are never too young to know. I will send up a prayer for you to know how to teach your daughter....and that God will put His loving arms around you both and will protect you and show you His love.
† On-call Prayer Warrior †
2007-09-29 10:54:02 · answer #5 · answered by bethy4jesus 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Children learn from modeling behavior. So, in my opinion, it sounds like you need to start making God a part of your life. Once you have established a relationship with God, then you develop knowledge and skills to convey your relationship with God to your child. Find a good church or small group that teaches from the Bible, and don't get side tracked by all the "empowerment" fluff out there.
God bless you.
2007-09-28 03:36:52 · answer #6 · answered by huskergo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well its always a good time to have God in your life he is always in your life whether you know it or not and its a good time to become religious. well heres a good tip to introduce religion to your childs life 1.Go to church 2.read them the bible 3.pray and say grace .
2007-09-28 05:12:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, having 2 kids of my own, aged 13 and 8, you don't need to introduce them to it.
My children go to church of England schools that teach religion and I myself went to both these schools.
I'm not religious at all and I do think that it can be used to much in schools. That said I do think it should be taught to some degree to give children the opportunity to decide for themselves what they want to believe or not.
Basically what I'm saying is I don't think you need concern yourself with this issue because schooling will do it for you.
I understand your wanting your daughter to understand the morals and lifestyle of Christianity but if you put an emphasis on it while she is so young you may just confuse her. I would just let life take its natural course because she will be in the right environment to learn all she needs to when she goes to primary school.
Thats when she'll return home from school and begin asking you questions about things she is learning. In my opinion that is a good way to go about it because instead of you trying to think of what to tell her and what you feel she may understand, she will be asking you about aspects of religion as and when she is ready to learn it
Even if you disagree with some of what I have said, I do hope some of it is helpful to you and please remember, don't worry because however you go about it will be right. Let it happen as it happens.
2007-09-28 00:36:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I wish I could send my daugther to a Christian school. She is 4 now and I am starting to be afraid that time is flying and I haven't done anything yet to teach her about God and Christ and the Bible. And she is so curious about everything right now, that's the perfect time to teach her.
2007-09-28 00:22:31 · answer #9 · answered by petyado 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well we are non-practceing catholics but my 5year old has been to babtist churches with her cousions. she goes to a wed night program and bible school in the summer. But we did enroll her in a catholic school. so if u have fam in the area maybe they could take your child. But when she asks questions answer them the best u can and be sure to tell her u belive and have faith. when she gets old enough she'll tell if she wants to keep going. but it sounds like ur doing all the right things
2007-09-28 00:20:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋