Raising Godly Boys Minute

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#669: Bombarded by Philosophies Jun 28, 2024

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A battle rages—and boys are on the front lines. They are daily bombarded by anti-Christian philosophies:
Relativism—disrupts truth and biblical morality,
Humanism—teaches that a person must depend on himself, not God, if this is true, then why do we even need God?
And evolution—teaches that we evolved by mere chance, the very existence of a loving Creator is ridiculed.
Don’t let these worldly philosophies destroy your son’s faith in Christ. Teach him to stand on the solid Word of God.
Training your son in today’s secular culture isn’t easy. It requires time and attention. Learn about a Proven Process that can help you accomplish this. Visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com for free downloadable resources.

#668: Failure Isn't Final Jun 27, 2024

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A reporter asked Thomas Edison, “How did it feel to fail 1,000 times?” Edison replied, “I didn’t fail 1,000 times. The light bulb was an invention with 1,000 steps.”
One of the greatest inventions of the 19th century was the lightbulb. But creating the lightbulb required lots of trial and error.
Failure is a part of life. In fact, it’s normal and natural. And even though no one likes to fail, it teaches us to do better and to strive harder as we reach for our goals.
Boys need a challenge. Even though trying something new may result in failure, that failure is helping them develop important character traits that are essential for future success.
Are you helping your boys learn from failure? Visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com for practical tips on how to help your boys grow into godly young men.

#667: Building Bridges Jun 26, 2024

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Have you ever walked across a rickety bridge and wondered if it could manage the weight?
If you are carrying something heavy that fear can be very real.
Carrying truth can be like that. Especially when you are carrying truth to a boy.
Make sure the bridge -- your connection to that boy -- is strong enough to carry the weight of that truth.
The reality with boys, particularly teens, is that simply telling them the truth isn’t enough. You’ve got to have a connection -- a bridge -- strong enough to carry that truth for the truth to have its full impact, otherwise, you are just breaking bridges.
For more parenting advice and information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#666: Be the Map Jun 25, 2024

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Everyone loves a good comeback story, so here’s one for you– paper maps are making a resurgence!
With digital maps built into many of our cars, you would think paper map sales would continue to fall. But people are realizing that print maps are more helpful than GPS when you’re trying to learn the best way to navigate a new area.
This concept reminds me of why young men today so desperately need male mentors. Sure, your son can observe successful men on social media or on video. But in order to understand what it means to be a man, an in-person, dad-like figure in his life is the map that every young man needs.
So, make sure that boy has a mentor? And get a paper map!
Now if only I can figure out how to fold the thing!
To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#665: Let Him Be Board Jun 24, 2024

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It was a summer day, and three dads were trying to come up with a way to keep their children occupied. They rummaged through their garages and found wiffle balls and wooden paddles. After taking their kids to a neighbor’s badminton court, the dads lowered the net, and let the children whack the wiffle balls.
Those three bored fathers had no idea that they had just developed a game that would later become extremely popular, called Pickleball.
There’s a lesson for us parents in this story– let your son be bored. Don’t be afraid to confiscate the smartphone and the tablet and leave him with nothing to do. He might accidentally develop one of the fastest growing and most popular sports in the United States!
To learn more about raising boys to be successful and godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#664: Packing List Jun 21, 2024

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Ahhh … vacation!
Do you remember the last time you went on vacation? Before leaving, you probably spent time thinking about what clothes and other items you’d need at your destination. Then you probably gathered all those things together and packed them into a suitcase.
On this journey called parenthood, it’s even more important to bring everything necessary. Begin by packing love. Next, fold in joy. After that, squeeze in humor, laughter, and a bunch of fun. And, of course, don’t forget to include patience, gratitude, and forgiveness. This is just the beginning.
Make sure you come up with your own packing list as you journey through the hills and valleys of parenthood.
To help you along the way, Trail Life USA has fun and exciting programs that are helping boys grow into godly men. For more information, visit RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#663: Mulligan Jun 20, 2024

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Fore!
If you’ve ever played golf, you’re probably familiar with the term “mulligan.” That’s a fancy word that simply means “do-over.” If you’re on the tee and you slice the ball off into the trees, you might shout, “Mulligan!” You’re basically saying that you want a second try.
Wouldn’t it be great if you could get a parenting “mulligan” every once in a while? Maybe you chose your favorite TV show over spending time with your son. Or maybe you reacted impatiently during a moment of frustration.
Even though you can’t have a parenting do-over, you can always start fresh from where you are! The key is to purpose in your heart to do a better job, and then ask the Lord for strength and wisdom to follow through.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#662: Power of Parables Jun 19, 2024

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Parents, have you been there?
Your son has tears in his eyes as he shows you that he got another “D” on his math test. You start explaining why perseverance is important, but his eyes glaze over. You decide to try a different approach.
“Son, did I ever tell you about the two classes I failed in middle school?” Your boy raises his eyebrows. You’ve piqued his interest.
It’s easy for us as parents to try lecturing to get our points across. But when Jesus walked on earth, he didn’t give long speeches. Instead, he told stories.
Use the same strategy with your son. When he’s discouraged, recall a struggle you overcame when you were his age, and share that with him. You just might teach him a lesson he will never forget.
For more ideas for raising boys to be Godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#661: Paddle Forward Jun 18, 2024

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Your son is enjoying a day kayaking down a river. Suddenly, he hears rushing water, and sees rapids up ahead. His heart beats fast, and he begins to paddle forward, right into the waves.
In life, watching your son head straight into challenging territory can be a frightening and stressful experience. But there’s a reason God wired boys to crave adventure, excitement, and risk. Child development specialists have found that taking risks is an essential part of growing up, and gives boys excellent coping skills, self confidence, and the ability to fail well.
So don’t be afraid. Equip your son with knowledge, say a prayer, and let him paddle forward. On the other side of those rapids is an amazing opportunity.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#660: Match the Hatch Jun 17, 2024

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Ever heard the phrase “match the hatch”? It reminds fishermen that the best way to catch fish is to figure out what the fish are eating. But did you know this concept could help you get your teenage son involved in church, too?
Pay close attention to what activities your boy is drawn toward the most. Does he love music and playing an instrument? Encourage him to get involved in the church praise team. Is he into skateboarding? Search for a local Christian skater group. Does he love the adventure of video games? Get him involved with Christian outdoor groups, like Trail Life USA.
Don’t pull your son away from the things that interest him– instead, “match the hatch” and find a Christian community related to his favorite activity.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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