Training Children to Stand Strong

One of the favorite verses my husband and I claim for our children is Jeremiah 15:17 which says, "I did not sit in the circle of merrymakers nor did I exult. Because of your hand upon me, I sat alone, for you filled me with indignation."

As we raise our children, we are training them to develop and live out their own convictions, even if it means having to sit alone or not be part of the "merrymaker" crowd. It even goes beyond a willingness to be alone or isolated because of your faith. It includes being indignant at sinful behavior.

Seeing sin as God sees it will make your children not want to be part of it. Being home or separated out from the crowd can actually protect our kids from a lot of foolish choices. So let your kids know it's okay to be home with you on Friday night and enjoy the weekend as a family!