Quiet Time Notes
Notes from my daily Quiet Times with God
Heart Hindrances (part I)
February 19th, 2014Previous |
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The following “heart hindrances” that will push your chidren away.
- Your absence - they become sheep without a shepherd.
- You are saying "You’re not important enough for me"
- Your anger
- React in anger, you can thoughtlessly say or do things in the heat of the moment that deeply wound your son or daughter’s spirit long-term
- Love is slow to anger - 1 Corinthians 13:5
- Humble yourself and quickly apologize
- Unjust discipline
- Must explain rules and consequences clearly using God’s Word and authority rather than their opinion - Ephesians 6:1-3
- Ask yourself, “How can I train them without losing their heart?”
- Harsh criticism
- Don’t be sarcastic or belittling
- Kids who have no freedom to fail will tend to rebel
- Lack of compassion
- Mercy warms hearts; carelessness distances them.
- We must provide a listening ear, wise counsel, prayerful support, and a willing hand
- Help them think of you as an oasis
Key Phrase: Ask yourself - How can I train them without losing their heart?