Raising Godly Boys Minute

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#48: The Plague of Entitlement Feb 10, 2022

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There’s a horrible plague sweeping across America. But it’s probably not the one you are thinking of.
This plague is attacking boys’ minds and destroying their ability to live healthy and productive lives.
What is this plague?
It’s the disease of entitlement.
More than ever, boys feel entitled to possessions and entertainment.
The tragedy of this mindset is that boys fail to understand that happiness isn’t found in the latest digital gadget or trendy amusement.
Don’t let the plague of entitlement infect your son. Teach him the value of hard work and contentment.
By investing time and attention in your son’s mental, social, and spiritual development, you’re setting him up for a healthy and successful life.
For information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#47: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus Feb 09, 2022

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Kids live in a digital world.
Reliable research tells us that kids ages 8 to 12 spend an average of 4 to 8 hours a day staring at phones, TVs, and other devices.
The question is: What are they watching all those hours? Sure, some of it may be harmless. But much of what kids see online is sensual, crude, and violent.
Boys are especially influenced by what they see.
As a parent, it’s your responsibility to set limits on your son’s screen time. Make sure you also add filtering software to block out inappropriate material.
The best way to help your son succeed in life is by teaching him to turn his eyes upon Jesus. Doing this will help him guard his heart and mind.
Parenting isn’t easy. Fortunately, there’s help. Learn more at Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#46: Whom Do You Call? Feb 08, 2022

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If you see someone having a heart attack, you call 911. If a water pipe breaks in your bathroom, you call a plumber.
But when your son won’t listen to you or when your son blatantly disobeys, what do you do?
Too often, we complain or vent our frustration to a friend. Or perhaps we think of a solution and take immediate steps to solve the problem.
But if you are wise, your first course of action should be to seek the Lord’s guidance in prayer. By bringing your worries, frustrations, and struggles to the Lord, He can provide you strength and help in time of need.
So when those parenting challenges come, seek Him, and He will direct your path.
For more encouragement and outdoor adventures you and your son can enjoy together, visit RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#45: Courage Over Fear Feb 07, 2022

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On his first day of preschool my son peered into the classroom and said, “Dad, I don’t want to go in there.”
I dropped to one knee in front of him and put my hand on his shoulder. Meeting him eye-to-eye, I reminded him about the first time he had ridden a pony. At first, he had been scared of the horse. But he faced his fear, and had been so glad that he did.
With that memory in mind, my son walked confidently into the preschool classroom.
When your son is filled with insecurity, it’s time to get on his level. Eye to eye, physical touch, focused attention. Replace the fearful thoughts in his mind with reminders of how he is already the brave man that he needs to be.
To find out more about raising boys to become godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#44: Fruit of the Spirit Feb 04, 2022

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The average American consumes 90 bananas, 16 apples, and 122 strawberries per year. Those fruits are packed with vitamins and minerals.
This nutrition is vital for growing boys . . . who prefer to gobble down pizza, hamburgers, and cookies.
But even more important than physical fruit is spiritual fruit.
Galatians 5:22-23 says that the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
These characteristics are essential in helping your son grow in stature and wisdom.
Are you helping your son develop these characteristics? Take time to talk with him about how these fruits of the spirit are displayed in real life.
For information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#43: Flying High Feb 03, 2022

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You’ve probably never flown an airplane before, but your son might have. Well, not a real airplane, but possibly a Boeing 737 on a video game flight simulator.
When flying, a pilot must rely on his instrument panel to provide him accurate information about airspeed, altitude, and direction. Without this information, the pilot puts himself and his passengers at risk, especially when flying through turbulence and bad weather.
Parenting your son also requires you to rely on important information for a successful journey. This information is found in the Bible.
It’s there that God provides wisdom about how your son can develop a solid foundation for life—even during the turbulence of his teen years.
By studying God’s Word with your son, you’ll both soar high through life. To help you along the way, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#42: Choosing Peace Over Fear Feb 02, 2022

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Today’s world is a dangerous place.
COVID continues to cause chaos, confusion, and turmoil.
And then there are terrorists, drugs, and racial tensions. The list of worries and fears goes on and on.
And yet, the Lord tells us that despite the chaos surrounding us, we can have peace. In John 14:27, the Lord says,
“My peace I give to you . . . Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
As you guide your son through life, be intentional in choosing peace over fear. By reminding your son that the Lord reigns supreme, you can show him how to be joyful and confident—even through the storms of life.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#41: Self-Imposed Limitations Feb 01, 2022

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An elephant can carry seven tons of weight, but all it takes to restrain it is a flimsy rope. Why?
When a baby elephant is in captivity, a chain is tied around its back leg and attached to a stake in the ground. No matter how hard the baby elephant struggles, it cannot break the chain.
That memory is so strong that, when the elephant is fully grown and capable of breaking free, it believes it cannot.
Your son’s brain works the same way. You can help him fight his self-imposed limitations by challenging him to take risks. One way to do this is get him involved in outdoor activities, which naturally bring a chance for him to fail and to succeed well.
For more ideas on healthy ways to challenge boys, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#40B: Day with No Catches Jan 31, 2022

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You grab your tackle box, tie on your favorite lure, and head to the shore for a relaxing day of fishing.
But, hours later, you haven’t had a single fish bite your line.
Parenting can feel like that sometimes. Especially when you are trying to communicate with boys.
When it doesn’t seem like your son is listening, it’s time to adjust your approach, time to connect with him. Put your phone down. Give him your focused attention, eye to eye contact. Initiate physical touch.
But even if he still doesn’t seem to hear you, don’t lose heart. After all, the most rewarding fish to catch is the one you catch after a day of no bites.
For more parenting ideas on raising boys into godly men visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#40A: Shining for Jesus Jan 28, 2022

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If you step outside tonight and gaze into the night sky, you might notice Sirius [sirēus]—the brightest star visible from earth. Even though it’s located over 50 trillion miles away, it still shines brightly in the darkness of space.
Your son can also shine brightly in today’s dark world. Teach him to honor the Lord by doing what is right.
By training your son to love God and obey His Word, your son can shine for Jesus and point his friends to the ultimate Light of the world.
And being a witness for the Lord Jesus . . . is a really bright idea!
For resources to help you guide and inspire your son along the pathway of life, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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