How To Raise Godly Children

Child bearing is admirable but also dreaded by some people. To many aspiring young couples the thought of bearing children bring shivers to them just like a horrifying move. Many have come up with funny methodologies of doing that necessary task. When they get children they leave them under the guidance of baby sitters and teachers. But here are some tips on how you can manage the situation:

1. Own up that you are now a parent. Many young people would like to maintain the status quo even though the changes are evident. Tell your pals that you are now a parent. To others it will mean different things, while others will like to detach themselves from you or keep distance because they think you don't belong in the same group any more. King Solomon acknowledges in the Bible that it is good to be young but also states that youth is like wind and passes quickly, so it should not bother you that your status has changed. In fact you should be happy to be going through evolution comfortably. Accept any situation, and dealing with it becomes equally easy.
2. Teach the children the way they should go. If you have a child or two, teach them the right ways to go. When a child is taught some behaviors at that tender age, it is difficult for them to leave the doctrine. Decide which religion to teach them, choose for them the culture they should learn and introduce them to it early .There is any age where a child still can say 'yes, dad' or 'yes, mum' without hesitation; that is the best age, and by the time they reach an age of making up their minds, they will go for that good thing they have been taught. Your children's teachers have a role to play, but is should not be left upon them to do everything. They are there to lead the way for the children in many ways, but most of the foundation should be laid by the parents themselves.
3. Bad is not acceptable and good is appreciated. The things that are secret belong to God but those that are revealed belong to us and our children. You as an adult know what is good and bad; you can tell what is against the law of the land; you know what is inhumane; and you know what is against the word of God. Today it is painful to state that it is common to find a renowned preacher's children on the streets doing bad things; some are even muggers on the streets and at the same time the father is counseling or preaching to people in the neighborhood. A parent should be able to categorically state to his/her child that this is bad and shall not be tolerated in the future. Do not also fail to appreciate them when they do something good. For this shall surely help them to draw a line between good and bad.
4. You are their parent and that remains. Have you ever gone to a home and been amazed by how children take their parents hostage? They decide what is going to be cooked, who is welcome and who is not, and such things. This behavior starts small, such as when you walk with your child to supermarket and she refuses to accept an apple juice but wants orange cordial because the bottle looks attractive. When you succumb to such unreasonable small demands at that age, the child grows up making demands that they think are right until a time where they are able to flex their muscles and you will be left with little to do than comply. You are their parent and understand what is better for them; they should be taught at a tender age.
5. Love them equally. If you have more than one child, love them equally; do not discriminate no matter what reason you might want to say. Criticize one the same way you would do to the other, and rebuke one the same way you would do to the other. They all have one thing in common – you are their parent. Let them have equal attention from you as a parent. Otherwise you create internal conflict and resentment.
6. Know their friends personally if possible. If they reach any age where they get friends, advise them accordingly. It is bad company that will destroy your hard-earned discipline in your children. If their friends happen to come from the neighborhood, invite your children to bring them home for lunch or supper. Take time to observe them and learn their preferences. If they are friends from far away, encourage your children to talk about them. From there you can guess what their friends are like.
7. A good practice needs to be shared. Advice on this list applies differently to different families, but if you try these tips and find them rewarding, don't keep the secrets to yourself. Share with others about your success, or refer them to this website.