Our Sunday School is hosting a Revolutionary Parenting class. Unfortuntely we have been out of town for two of the sessions and will be in Spain for another one (12 days!!!). Luckily, we were able to attend last week, and we really took something away from it. We talked about the importance of having a parenting plan...knowing now what we want our kids to know and be when they leave our home. Our homework was to set aside time with our spouse to discuss 5-7 qualities that are non-negotiable. Jason and I came up with six. I want to share them with you (our family and friends) because of the influence you will have on our children's lives. I want to post these in our home, discuss them often, and make sure every parenting decision we make filters through these qualities.
1. Love Christ- have a close relationship with Christ; faithful in prayer. He is their lifelong companion and guide.
2. Strong Moral Compass- know the difference between right and wrong; seeking to do what’s right even when the world does differently. Live a life of honesty and integrity.
3. Self worth- be joyful in life; know who they are, and be proud of who they are.
4. Compassion- have a true empathy for others; being generous of time and money. Have the desire to be generous and compassionate; not looking for recognition.
5. Love for learning- have a desire to learn; following own interests. Have an appreciation of our culture and other cultures.
6. Financial responsibility- view money as a tool; managing it well and giving. Knowing its value, but not placing high importance on it.
2. Strong Moral Compass- know the difference between right and wrong; seeking to do what’s right even when the world does differently. Live a life of honesty and integrity.
3. Self worth- be joyful in life; know who they are, and be proud of who they are.
4. Compassion- have a true empathy for others; being generous of time and money. Have the desire to be generous and compassionate; not looking for recognition.
5. Love for learning- have a desire to learn; following own interests. Have an appreciation of our culture and other cultures.
6. Financial responsibility- view money as a tool; managing it well and giving. Knowing its value, but not placing high importance on it.
So, we ask our family and friends to hold us to our non-negotiable qualities. We want to model these to our children.
Becky and Jason,
ReplyDeleteThe non-negotiable qualities you want your children to possess are so touching! I sure wish I had recognized the need to have these qualities and have them posted and discuss them with my children as they were growing up. We found out the hard way that just "living the life before them" was not enough. I am so thankful your S.S. Class came through with this challenge at such an importune time for you! Your children are blessed to have such Godly, caring parents! Blessings!! P.S. If I don't see you before you go, ENJOY your trip to Spain!! You've earned every wonderful moment!!!