Parenting Elementary Kids

The family is a unit, a team, created by God to nurture and develop children into full court followers of Christ. God gives clear direction on the role of the parent — we are teaching and training our kids to leave! Kids go, parents stay. The reality is that parenting is not easy, but through Jesus and his church we can raise Godly kids who can do amazing things for Him.

You are the CEO.

God’s organization chart for the family is God, spouses, and then kids. One of the biggest mistakes parents make is giving up control of their household to their children. Kids crave structure and need boundaries, but if you don’t set them, they will take advantage every time.

“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” - Proverbs 22:6

You are the Disciplinarian.

The goal of discipline is simply this: to mold and to shape our children with their unique talents and abilities to glorify God. The key to discipline is consistency. Discipline in childhood helps shape your kids into the best version of themselves.

“Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.” - Proverbs 10:17

You are the Example.

Children learn a great deal through direct teaching but learn much more through watching how you live. The key to good parenting is modeling Jesus to the best of your ability. Your kids should see you spending time in God’s word, serving others, sharing how Jesus has changed your life, and being committed to God’s house.