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#789: First Aid Dec 13, 2024

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When out in the woods, accidents happen. A Trailman may sprain his ankle, or someone may brush up against poison ivy.
During these times, a first aid kit comes in handy. But don’t you wish parenting kids came with its own first aid kit?
If it did, it’d definitely include an ice pack to cool high tempers, bandages for wrapping hurt feelings, and ointment to sooth frustration away.
Optional accessories might include aspirin for headache relief during those teenage years, antiseptic wipes to disinfect against worldly influences, and an emergency blanket for needed rest.
Even though you may not have a parenting first aid kit, you can still provide your son consistent comfort and care. A little time and attention goes a long way in healing hurt feelings.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#788: When Life is Scary Dec 12, 2024

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The world is a scary place. Hurricanes pound coastal cities. Riots burn businesses. And in war-torn countries, missiles destroy homes and separate families.
Are your kids scared of what is happening in today’s world? Are TV broadcasts, internet headlines, and YouTube videos making them fear the future?
Don’t let bad news destroy your children’s courage and steal their happiness.
Despite the turmoil around us, use these scary situations to point your kids to Christ. Remind them that in John 14:27, Jesus says, “My peace I give to you.” This verse goes on to say that Christians do not need to be troubled or afraid.
So, even though the world may not find peace, we can experience peace in knowing that God is in control.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#787: The Mirage of Social Media Dec 11, 2024

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When scanning social media, do you find yourself becoming jealous? Do other families seem to have kids that are perfectly behaved, perfectly athletic, or perfectly talented?
It’s easy to see social-media posts and think those snapshots tell the whole story. They often don’t. That’s why it’s important to realize that God made each child uniquely different.
Even though your son may be a little clumsy or a little shy, God values him just as much as anyone else.
Don’t let social media steal your joy and contentment. Rejoice in the fact that your son is a work in progress that you have the privilege of guiding through life.
For help along the parenting journey, Trail Life USA has fun activities that are helping boys grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. For information, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

786: Loss Dec 10, 2024

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Has your son experienced the death of a pet? What about the loss of a friend or a grandparent?
Death is a hard concept for young kids to understand. But even for children who are older, emotions can quickly spiral out of control. And without proper perspective of what this loss means and how to deal with grief, death’s grip can drag kids into anger, despair, and loneliness.
When death steals a loved one away, take time to answer your son’s questions. Remind him that even Jesus cried when his friend Lazarus died. But God promises to provide comfort and help. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart.”
Even though loss is inevitable, use grief as an opportunity for growth.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#785: Lead by Example Dec 09, 2024

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Charles Spurgeon, a famous preacher from the 1800s, said, “Let no Christian parents fall into the delusion that Sunday School is intended to ease them of their personal duties.”
While church is a great place for your kids to learn biblical truths, they spend many more hours of the day at home. And it’s there that they should be learning about how Jesus influences all areas of our lives.
So, what kind of example are you providing? Your kids don’t expect perfection, but they want you to be genuine with your faith. If loving the Lord and his Word is a priority for you, your personal example will go a long way in helping your children to also love the Lord with all their heart, soul, and mind.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#784: Knots Dec 06, 2024

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When building an outdoor shelter, rope comes in handy. But do you know how to tie a square knot? What about a sheet bend knot or a bowline knot.
It takes time, practice, and patience to master these knots—but when you understand their purpose and how to make them, life becomes a little easier and a whole lot more fun.
The same is true in parenting. Raising boys can feel like a rope full of knots. There’s twisting and turning, looping and crossing. And if you rush the formation process, you’ll experience confusion and frustration.
That’s why spending quality time with your son is so important. As you focus on his needs, those knots in the parenting process transform into useful tools that serve important purposes.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#783: Why Dec 05, 2024

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Do unanswered why questions frustrate you?
Perhaps your teenage son is obnoxiously rebellious. You wonder why God gave you a son that makes parenting so difficult? Or maybe there’s that nagging question about why your son has to suffer with a physical health condition.
Life is filled with questions we don’t know the answers to. But that doesn’t mean we give up or trust God any less.
In Isaiah 55:9, God says, “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways.”
God knows what he is doing even when we don’t understand it. Your responsibility is to exercise faith in his plan and purpose. By trusting in him, you’ll experience peace even during the unanswered why’s of life.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#782: The Hardest Thing Dec 04, 2024

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What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done? Perhaps you’ve run a race or climbed a mountain. Those are certainly incredible accomplishments. But forgiving someone can be one of the most difficult things to do.
That’s because forgiveness requires letting go of the hurt, anger, and bitterness you hold deep inside. And when you’ve been wronged by one of your own children, that pain stings even more.
During these times, shift your perspective. Colossians 3:13 is a reminder that you should forgive others because Jesus forgave you.
This doesn’t mean offering forgiveness will ever be easy, but it’ll always be the right thing to do. And when it comes to forgiving your own children, ask God for extra grace and help in time of need.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#781: Taking the Plunge Dec 03, 2024

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Do you remember the first time your son jumped off the diving board at the local pool?
Before taking the plunge, he probably stood at the edge of the board—his knees wobbly and his face full of fear. Maybe he didn’t want to “jump,” but your cheers and hollers finally prompted him to take that timid step off the board and into the water.
After jumping off the diving board a dozen more times, your son soon learned that the board isn’t as high as it first looked.
Help your son see that the same is true in life. Many of life’s activities appear scary and intimidating. But courage is the ability to see beyond the fear. It’s taking the plunge to achieve a goal that previously looked impossible.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#780: Cause & Effect Dec 02, 2024

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Does your son understand the connection between cause and effect?
Basically, this is the idea of sowing and reaping, or the idea that actions have consequences.
If your son forgets to take out the trash or clean up his room, show him the results. The trash piles over and stinks. Maybe he steps on a toy and accidently breaks it.
By pointing out the principle of cause and effect in small matters, your son will learn that what he says and does has a direct effect on his life. And your action in teaching him this important truth will have a direct connection in helping him live a life that honors the Lord.
Becoming a godly man doesn’t happen by accident. It takes consistent training. Trail Life USA has a Proven Process that is helping boys grow spiritually. Learn more at RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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