(Deborah Brown was a speaker at the 2009 Christian Heritage of WA Homeschool Convention)
(My personal insight and input is in italics)
-Know your child’s heart:
- gifts
- comfort zone
- judgements
Know what skills you need to teach your son to help him become a husband, father, positive contributing member of society.
Sacrifice v. Regrets
Age 12 – treat your son like a man and with respect. Ask his counsel. Help him to become a man. Relate to him on a more mature level.
Demand v. Inspire
Give them a vision for why they are doing what they are doing.
Let them make mistakes and tell them about yours.
Choosing activities. Ask:
- Is this life skill helpful?
- Will the skill continue to be helpful?
- Do they enjoy it and have a natural bent for it?
- What do you want your children to leave home loving?
Many things are lawful, but not all are worthy of your children’s time.
The later years will be full of fruit, if youprepare yourselves now.