By Michael Fehlauer
Looking for parenting tips? The following principles not only apply to teenagers, but are also relevant for children throughout their developmental years.
1. When your child confesses their temptations or sins, don’t act shocked.Remember you did some pretty stupid things when you were younger. Tell your son or daughter about some of the mistakes you made. Be vulnerable and admit your own failures.
2. Don’t compare your child with their friends. Your child doesn’t want to feel as if you are defining their value based on their accomplishments or behavior. Love and accept them unconditionally. Offer loads of encouragement rather than constantly criticizing them.
3. Don’t compare them with their siblings. Your children need to know you love them for who they are as individuals. In exploring parenting tips, making each of your children feel special builds within them a sense of confidence.
4. Continually remind them of their significance to you and God. This can be done with a kind word in the morning or a quick devotional thought over dinner. Find natural opportunities to share.
5. Help them discover their calling in life. When you detect that your child is drawn to a certain sport, talent or academic interest, encourage them to pursue it – and do what you can to fuel their development.
6. Listen to your language. Do you use phrases that are condemning or judgmental, like “How could you do that?” “What’s your problem?” or “Can’t you do anything right?” If so, stop the negativity.
7. Be affectionate. Hug and kiss your kids. And remember: Fathers need to be affectionate with their sons as well as their daughters.
8. Give them opportunity to make mistakes. A bird never learns to fly without a few falls out the nest. Especially in dealing with teenagers, learn to trust God with your teen and let them fail when it is necessary. Don’t equate mistakes with sin.
9. Pray for them. In addition to the previous parenting tips, I want to encourage you to keep a prayer journal. Be sure to record the ways you see God working in your children. Take advantage of opportunities to pray with them and for them.
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