Raising Godly Boys Minute

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#148: He is No Fool Jun 30, 2022

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Are you hanging on …too tightly?
In 1956, Jim Elliot was murdered by Indians in the jungles of Ecuador. Newspaper reporters wondered why this missionary would risk his life for uncivilized Indians. Though Jim Elliot died at only 28 years old, he had a proper perspective of life. He said,
“He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”
Too often, we hold tightly to possessions and activities that hold no eternal value. Don’t make the mistake of clinging to things of insignificance. Teach your kids through your example to give your time and talents to worthwhile causes. That may seem hard at first, but as you make God a daily priority, your possessions and activities will come into proper focus.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#147: Grit and Determination Jun 29, 2022

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Microwave much?
In today’s society, we expect immediate results. When we try something new, we want instant success. But life doesn’t always work that way.
Sometimes life is hard and tough. Sometimes failure crashes over us like an avalanche. During these times, it’s easy to grow discouraged. Maybe even angry.
But if you are wise, you’ll use times of fatigue, frustration, and failure to teach your son important lessons about grit and determination. And guess what? The more your son sees you rely on God as you work through trials and challenges, the more he’ll understand that God provides the strength to continue on.
It’s great when failures transform into Immediate successes. But it’s even better when your son grows spiritually by seeing your faith in action over time.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#146: Trust Your Instruments Jun 28, 2022

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“Trust your instruments.” This mantra is repeated all through flight school. While flying, it’s easy to get disoriented visually, especially in thick fog. Pilots must learn to trust their gauges, not their vision.
Boys today are also “flying through fog,” so to speak. In the confusion of cultural relativism and gender fluidity, young men don’t know where they are or where they are going. So they often choose their own course, or refuse to move at all.
As parents, we must help our son gain a solid foundation and understanding of God’s Word. Involve your boy in organizations that are founded on Biblical truth. Help him find a positive, godly mentor. And encourage your boy to memorize Scripture– the only “instrument” that will never fail him.
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#145: Treasure Hunt Jun 27, 2022

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In 2010, a man named Forrest Fen buried treasure in the Rocky Mountains, and published a book with clues to its whereabouts. Thousands went searching for it. Four men even died during the hunt. Finally the box was found in 2020.
I don’t think it’s a coincidence that most of the people who embarked on that search were male. From the time we are very young, boys love a good challenge. If young men are under-challenged, they will rebel, resist, or become apathetic. Others will turn to a virtual world they can conquer.
Today, be sure your son gets some real-life adventure. Not sure where to start? Tell him to put down his controller and get outside. Who knows– there may even be buried treasure in your backyard.
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#144: Not Only a Flashlight Jun 24, 2022

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In 1899, an inventor put batteries in a tube and created a portable electric light. There was only one problem– the light would only stay on for about three seconds. The device did not sell well, and people jokingly called it a “FLASH light.”
Today, of course, the flashlight is a household staple, with some models staying lit for at least 50 hours.
As the parent of a teenage boy, it’s easy to feel like that inventor. Your son may only behave or listen for brief “flashes” at a time. But let me encourage you–continue to be as consistent as you can with your discipline. It may be hard to believe, but someday, your boy will be a light.
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#143: Nothing is Impossible Jun 23, 2022

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A college student accidentally solved an impossible math problem. George Dantzig arrived late to class to find his peers working silently on several math problems written on the chalkboard. George worked through the problems and turned his paper in.
Later, he learned that one of those problems wasn’t homework after all, but was an equation that mathematicians considered unsolvable. George solved the problem, simply because he didn’t know it was supposed to be impossible.
There’s a lesson here for us as parents of boys. In a society that’s increasingly negative towards men, let’s be positive about the dreams and aspirations our sons have, even if they seem a little far-fetched. Who knows what they can accomplish if they live by Luke 1:37- With God, nothing is impossible.
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#142: Manhood Rituals Jun 22, 2022

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Cultures all around the world have rituals to signify a boy becoming a man, and they range from straightforward to extreme. Some societies have young men go on a hunt. In one small country, a boy participates in a primitive form of bungee jumping. In another, he must successfully jump over a cow to prove his manhood. Others simply send their sons into the wilderness to survive.
Although those rituals sound bizarre to us here in the US, our boys still desperately need challenges to build their maturity and self-confidence.
One way to do that is to get your son outside! Activities like mountain climbing and archery are excellent opportunities for your son to gain life skills and feel like a true man.
To learn about the 5 Critical Needs of boys, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com

#141: Walk Worthy Jun 21, 2022

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Do you remember the day your son took his first step? Perhaps he had already been standing for a few weeks while holding onto the couch. But at some point, he took a wobbly step toward your outstretched arms. You clapped and cheered and gave him a giant hug.
Learning to walk is a key milestone in a boy’s physical development. But learning to walk worthy is just as important for a boy’s spiritual development. If your son has accepted Christ as his personal Savior, teach him to honor the Lord through his words, thoughts, and actions.
Colossians 1:10 is an excellent verse for you and your son to memorize together. It reminds us to “walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him . . .”
To learn about the 5 Critical Needs of boys, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#140: Up a River Without a Paddle Jun 20, 2022

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Boys love action and adventure. That’s why paddling a canoe across a lake or along a river is a time-tested way to exercise their minds and bodies.
But have you ever heard the phrase “Up a creek without a paddle”? It refers to being in a difficult or dangerous situation where you can’t get yourself out of the problem or predicament.
As your son grows up, don’t let him be stranded “Up a creek without a paddle.” Trials and challenges will try to sink his boat. Turbulent waters will try to knock him off course. But by teaching your son how to manage stress, learn new life skills, and seek God’s guidance, you’ll prepare him to navigate choppy waters to reach the shore of success.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#139: Taking Aim Jun 17, 2022

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If you’ve ever taken your son to an archery range, you know that hitting the bullseye is harder than it looks. After you knock the arrow, you draw the bowstring back—then take careful aim. Your goal is to successfully hit the target.
The same is true in parenting your son.
Zig Ziglar, an author and motivational speaker, understood this principle well. He said,
“You hit what you aim at, and if you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.”
As you train your son, provide challenges and encouragement that will help him grow in specific areas of life. By being intentional in what you want to accomplish, you’ll see your son zoom toward the target.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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