Programmable Children

Do you ever wish that you can push a button that programs your children to how they should behave? As parents we do program our children. We basically write the language of how we want our children to develop good characteristics and to be able to function in today's society.

Communication is very important when instructing our children. In computers there are different kinds of languages that a program is written to make that program efficient. Some programs are more complex than others. In training our children some situations are complex. Consistent instructions and standards are instilled in raising children.

Every child is different, but communication with them should be in plain language for children to understand within their learning phase. Children do not have the maturity to face life situations as it occurs. We program instructions such as yes and no, talking to strangers, and what to do if a situation happens. There are countless numbers of things that may happen.

In raising children there are challenges and there are rewards. It is mainly at the home front where the enforcement of steering your children begins. We program in the factors of laying down a foundation in the development of our children. "All children are foolish, but firm correction will make them change" (Proverbs 22:15 C.E.V.). "Raise them properly. Teach them and instruct them about the Lord" (Ephesians 6:2-4 C.E.V.).

As parents we should display good examples, be a mentor by living a Godly life, love, listen, and communicate that can be program as instructions in raising your children.

What Type of Parent Are You?

When using the word type we think of classifications. Being classified as a parent is more than just the event when you give birth or adopt a child. Becoming a good parent is through trial and error and there is no special training involved. There are all types of parents with their own personalities that are passed on to their children.

What type of parent are you? I believe parents fall into categories just as children fall into categories. This is our character make-up. As parents we must instill and set good examples. Children are very observant and take their cue from their parents. That is why as Christians, we live a Godly life and introduce as part of raising children the love of God and Jesus.

There are parents that can be labeled "blinded by love parent", "protective parent", "do nothing parent", and "do right parent". There is a little bit of all these characters excluding I hope the "do nothing parent". As parents we are very protective, love, and may even be blind to our child's faults. Out of love, as the saying goes is blind.

When we bring children into this world, this is the start of nurturing and molding the development of that small individual. There will be challenges but the rewards are well worth it. From our own childhood memories, we use part of the standards our own parents set in rearing us. We also thought, when I have my own children, I'm going to do things this way. My children will not be raised like this. We want our children to be raised properly in the way God intended. The word of God says "Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it" (Proverbs 22:6 C.E.V.).

Overall, we want the best life for our children, wisdom, and a good character.

Jacquelyn D Currie
www.jacquelyndcurrie.com