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#1119: Sibling Rivalry Mar 20, 2026

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Tim Allen once said, “Do you know what causes sibling rivalry? Having more than one kid."

Worldly speaking, this is true. And funny. However, from a biblical perspective, the cause of sibling rivalry can reside in an “only child” household, too, for the ultimate cause is our sinful nature. The selfish cries of “Mine!” can manifest themselves in the presence of friends or relatives just the same.

Jesus taught us that the entire Law of God can be summed up in two steps: Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength, and Love your neighbor as yourself.* Who’s closer to being a neighbor than a sibling?

For when we teach our boys to have the heart of our Savior, siblings become more than mere flesh and blood with whom to compete.

For information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1118: DaVinci Mar 19, 2026

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Is your son ready to face life?
Would you like him to be?
Giving your son challenges to overcome strengthens him to take on more.
Hiking a misty morning trail, sweating and pushing himself on the football field, or learning the thrill of shooting his kayak down a roaring rapid, powering through the river with eager strokes all build in him a mindset of success to overcome what life brings him.
Leonardo DaVinci once said, “Obstacles cannot crush me. Every obstacle yields to stern resolve. He who is fixed to a star does not change his mind.”
Give your son the opportunity to succeed. Carefully select challenges to push him and show him how strong he really is.
For more information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1117: Kinesthetic Learner Mar 18, 2026

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“You’re not listening.”
Have you said this to your son lately? Maybe he was clicking his pen or fidgeting with a toy rather than paying attention to your words.
He appears to be ignoring you. However, his annoying behavior could be what helps him understand your instructions.
Boys can’t process sentence after sentence after sentence. Typically, they are kinesthetic and learn best when physically engaged in an activity. So, rather than sitting across from your son, try talking with him while participating in an activity together. Shoulder to shoulder, rather than eye to eye.
When you need to correct your son or offer him advice, get moving. Take a walk. Go for a bike ride. Build a fort. He’s more apt to hear your message.
For information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1116: Einstein Mar 17, 2026

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Does your son have a direction? Has he chosen what he wants his character to be?
You can help him do this, you know.
When you do, help him choose a character not based on pleasure or self, but on fulfilling God’s purpose for his life.
Albert Einstein once said, “To make a goal of comfort or happiness has never appealed to me; a system of ethics built on this basis would be sufficient only for a herd of cattle.”
Don’t raise your son as cattle. Raise him to be a godly leader whose first thought is not for himself, but for how he can serve his Savior.
For more information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1115: Missing Buttons Mar 16, 2026

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Teach your son to be a friend to all– even to those who are missing buttons.
In the classic children’s book Corduroy by Don Freeman, a little stuffed bear sits on a store shelf. Children see the bear and consider purchasing him. But when they see that Corduroy is missing a button on his overalls, they put him back on the shelf.
One day, a child decides to buy Corduroy, despite his missing button. When she takes him home, Corduroy thinks, “I’ve always wanted a friend.”
Your son is watching the way you treat others. Do you disregard and judge people because of their imperfections? Or, do you forgive and show grace?
Remind your son that Jesus was known for loving the misfits. As Christians, we should be a friend to all as well.
For more ideas for raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1114: Fish Talk Mar 13, 2026

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Have you ever wanted to talk to your son? Like, really talk? Life can come at them hard and fast in today’s world.
Chris was concerned about his son after cancer took his wife. His son always said he was fine, but Chris wondered.
On a campout with their troop, when all the rock-climbing and tower-building was complete, Chris and his son went to fish. As the sun was setting and Canadian geese circled in to settle on the opposite side of the pond, Chris’ son said simply, “Mom would have liked this.”
Chris was quiet. “I miss her,” his son said, then broke down in tears. Chris dropped his rod and wrapped him up in a big hug, and they were able to talk– really talk. Make space to hear your son’s heart.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com

#1113: Be Yourself Mar 12, 2026

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Almost all of us have been bullied or observed someone bully others. How do we help our sons stand up to a tormentor without retaliating or being a pushover?

Devon joined the swim team last summer. A few teammates made fun of him because he wasn’t part of the “in” crowd. Others saw but didn’t know how to help. When Devon asked his parents what to do, they told him, “Just continue to be the person you are. Treat others the way you want to be treated.” And he did. At the end of season, Devon won the “Kindest Person on the Team” award. Everyone, including the coaches, noticed his caring disposition.

When your son asks how to stop a bully, one answer may be, “Just be yourself.”

For information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1112: Your Old Jersey Mar 11, 2026

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As soon as you found out you were having a son, you probably started dreaming about what he would be like.
Maybe you started dreaming about what he would grow up to be. Maybe you even laid out your old football jersey, wondering if your son would be a quarterback like you were in high school.
Maybe. But maybe not. Many times, sons surprise us with their interests. You might expect him to love sports, but he may prefer to do something completely different– like fix computers or bake apple pie.
Whatever your boy’s passions turn out to be, pray that he will use them to glorify God. Let go of your expectations. Encourage the natural giftings and interests you see in your son– even if that means he never dons your old high school football jersey.
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1111: Vito Campanella Mar 10, 2026

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What is the allure of camping? Why do children want to sleep in tents, wander trails with flashlights, climb trees, and have adventures?
Painter Vito Campenella once said, “The world is all sense, life, soul and body, the image of the Almighty, fashioned to glorify Him with power, wisdom, and love.”
God’s power is evident in his creation, and often, he can speak to us there when we are away from the distractions of screens.
How much more important is it for your son? Rivers, mountains, and starry nights are great ways to teach him God’s glory. Even the backyard can be peace from the cares of life and time to lift his heart to God.
For more information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#1110: Heart X-Ray Mar 09, 2026

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God sees the x-ray of your son’s heart.
Brad Henry went to the doctor because of some knee pain. Looking at the x-ray, the doctor asked Brad, “Have you ever been shot?” Brad answered, “Yes, thirty-five years ago when I was rabbit hunting!”
It turned out that a piece of bullet had been lodged in Brad’s knee for decades.
As Brad’s story illustrates– X-rays can see what the human eye cannot. And in the same way, a crucial lesson we must teach our son is that God sees the depths of his heart.
On one hand, this is convicting– God sees his true motives and darkest sins. But more importantly, this is encouraging. As we’re reminded in Psalm 139:2– God understands our son’s every thought.
Remind your son today of how deeply he is seen and loved.
For ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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