Biblical Resources to Help Grandparents Disciple Their Family
Biblical Resources to Help Grandparents Disciple Their Family
The Christian Grandparenting Blog
Helping Grandchildren Deal With Bullies
Growing up, I was always physically smaller than most kids my age. That meant I was “easy pickins” for bullies. It’s fascinating that in Junior High the leader of the “gang" who bullied me most was actually shorter than me. But he was physically tough with a dominating personality. I was small, skinny, and rather shy – the perfect target. The kind of bullying I described here still happens, and it is a traumatic experience for any child. However, bullying today has evolved into something more sinister. Today’s bullying is more than a personal, physical encounter like I experienced in school. Social media has elevated bullying to a pervasive level of intimidation and shaming unlike anything previously known. Your grandkids might be victims of this kind of bullying. Knowing this, what can a grandparent do if their grandchild is being bullied?
Fruit of the Spirit – Kindness
Kindness is the fifth characteristic of the fruit of Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) which results when we allow the Holy Spirit to develop spiritual maturity in us. While kindness is a quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate with good deeds, it is more than a moral principle. It is a spiritual fruit that transforms our lives and the world around us. The Greek definition of kindness is “benignity, tender concern, uprightness” and is the result of kindness of heart and kindness of action. Maintaining an attitude and expressing tenderness to others is often hard and we cannot accomplish Christ-like kindness on our own power. It requires God’s Spirit working in us.
Fatherhood On Display
During the course of one week, I had the opportunity to twice witness father-and-son interactions that reminded me of the importance of godly men. Children need committed fathers who are willing to devote themselves to their children’s training. Their children will, in turn, train their children in ways that only committed men can do. This is how family values cut across generations. I have no doubt the men mentioned above will support their sons in training their future children to be respectable men and leaders.
Summertime Fun: Ways to Handle the Summer Doldrums
Children are ecstatic about this vacation from school. That is, until the summer doldrums arrive (and I am not talking about the weather). Summer can be long, hot, tedious and rainy. By mid-July, if not sooner, our grandchildren will be repeating the phrases their parents once used: “I’m bored.” “There’s nothing to do…”Experience taught us that the best way to handle the summer doldrums is to be prepared. Therefore, the Christian Grandparenting Network staff has assembled a list of our favorite ideas for summertime fun. Categories include: Full or Half Day Trips, Crafts and Games, Kitchen Fun, and Backyard Activities.
Summer offers a unique opportunity for families to move from the frantic pace of the school year into a season of intentionality. With extracurriculars on pause and longer daylight hours, parents have a strategic window to deepen relationships and build a legacy of faith. This episode provides a roadmap for maximizing the precious months of summer that parents have before their children reach adulthood.
From establishing new family rhythms to incorporating biblical history into your patriotic celebrations, Josh and Jen share practical ideas to help your children grow closer to Christ while making lifelong memories. Whether it is working together on a garden, embarking on outdoor adventures, or prioritizing time with grandparents, this conversation is designed to help you reach the end of August without the regret of wasted time.
Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc
Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc
Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc
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