Raising Godly Boys Minute

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#448: Rooted Aug 24, 2023

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Being rooted in God’s Word, the Bible, is like the Shepherd’s tree, native to the Kalahari Desert in South Africa.
The Shepherd’s tree has the deepest documented roots of any tree, more than 230 feet deep.
Jeremiah 17:7-8 says: “Blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit.”
Let’s teach our boys to trust in the firm foundation the Lord provides for His children through His Word.
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#447: Manage Your Emotions Aug 23, 2023

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Want to help your son manage his big emotions?
It starts with you. Researchers have found that– because of something in our brains called mirror neurons– the emotions we display cause our children to feel those emotions, too. As New York Times writer Ashley Abramson put it, “The same part of your brain that lights up when you’re feeling happy may also light up when you observe happiness in others.”
So the next time your son is feeling angry, overwhelmed, or frustrated, instead of focusing on his own emotions, check yourself first. Say a prayer, adjust your body language and expression, and ask God to help you be calm and at peace. Simply observing that peace in you may help your son learn how to calm down, too.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#446: Practicing Patience Aug 22, 2023

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Do you know how long most people will spend on hold during their lifetime?
According to software company RingCentral, people on average will spend about 40 days of their life (or more than 1,000 hours) on hold with a call center.
In today’s instant-gratification society, most people, especially children, don’t want to wait for things, but the Bible calls us to be patient and “wait on the Lord.”
Patiently waiting is difficult for us and our kids to do, and we want to take matters into our own hands, but we must trust in God’s timing.
It’s encouraging to know that God is working behind the scenes. So, when the time is right, everything will be in place for us to move forward.
For more information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#445: Outdoor Conversations Aug 21, 2023

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Wish your son would talk to you more? Take him outside.
Since your son can turn to Google for an answer to any question, he may not come to you much with questions in his day-to-day life. But if you get him in an outdoor setting, he just might start asking you for help.
Have him pitch your tent while you’re camping. Get on a boat and go fishing, and teach him how to tie his own lure and clean his own fish. At night, ask him to build a fire at your campsite. As he asks you questions about each task, it will open up your conversation. And as you sit around the fire, he just might start asking you about other issues in his life, as well.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#444: Smelly Speech Aug 18, 2023

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Do you remember this old children’s nursery rhyme?
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”
While there’s some truth to this statement, we’ve all experienced the pain caused by hurtful things said to us. Words can hurt.
The Bible says, “The tongue has the power of life and death,” and “on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak.”
We need to set a godly example for boys by how we speak to them and others and hold them to the same standard.
Think about it like this: If your speech had a smell, would it be sweet or sour?
For information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men,
visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#443: Self Control Aug 17, 2023

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How can you teach your son self control?
Self control is, of course, one of the fruits of the spirit listed in Galatians 5. And psychologists say that self regulation skills are the key to avoiding addictions. So how can we develop this essential trait in our son?
First, do all you can to model self-control. Do your best to make your words and actions line up, and be sure your son sees that. Second, help your boy learn how to make difficult tasks more fun. Could he listen to music while he cleans his room, or work on his homework outside on a nice day? And third, be sure your son has free time to choose what he wants to do.
To learn about the five critical needs of boys, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#442: Our Helper Aug 16, 2023

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Who or what do you look to for help when you need it?
If you’re a Christian, God has given you a helper, the Holy Spirit.
Jesus said, “I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever — the Spirit of truth.”
Boys often won’t be able to face their challenges on their own, but the Holy Spirit comes alongside them to help them — all they need to do is ask for and accept his help.
Instead of trying to solve every problem our boys have, let’s point them to the power source that will never fail them.
For more information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#441: The Power of Sleep Aug 15, 2023

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You know your son needs sleep. But do you know just how much it can impact his life?
You’ve no doubt heard about the studies that link adequate sleep to better school performance and behavior, two things that many boys particularly struggle with. But one study at the University of Maryland actually found that children who slept less than nine hours had different brain structure! The lack of sleep caused those children to have less grey matter in their brains, which, among other things, helps impulse control.
So to give your son the best chance at self-regulation, school performance, prioritize his sleep– even if it means missing out on other activities at night. His developing brain will thank you!
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#440: Sticky Faith Aug 14, 2023

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How can you help make sure your kids keep their faith in God?
The following statistics are eye-opening and sobering.
According to Barna, nearly 59 percent of youth leave the church after they graduate high school, and only 17 percent maintain a biblical worldview.
Common reasons for leaving the church include moving to college, judgmental and/or hypocritical church members, and no longer feeling connected to the people in their church.
It’s crucial to equip your children to defend their faith. The “why” is just as important as the “what.” They need to know why they believe what they believe.
Be faithful to “train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

#439: Raising Generous Kids Aug 11, 2023

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Do your kids believe it is better to give than receive?
Science shows that children are born with a “compassionate instinct.” They observed that infants help others even though they are too young to have learned this behavior. Their motivation doesn’t depend on the expectation of a reward.
As parents and father figures, it is our job to encourage our children to be givers, not takers. Takers are selfish: They seek to be better than others. Givers are generous: They want to bring out the best in others.
Here’s a tip from psychologist Adam Grant: Say “Thank you for being a helper” instead of “Thank you for helping.” Recognizing kids as “helpers” helps them to internalize giving as part of their identities.
For information about raising your son into a godly man, visit Trail Life USA or
RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

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