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  1. Alls evil needs to succeed is for good dads & moms to do nothing! TEND TO YOUR SHEEP-Teach Truth, encourage the ones hurting & have need
  2. What we "teach" our children about God is directly related to how we model love and discipline in our relationship with them as parents
  3. There are "seasons" in life- in parenting season sow into your families spiritual, emotional & social well being to reap what you plant
  4. Be intentional in your parenting look to encourage a strong relationship w/ your child -ask "how can I be their hero today" - then do it
  5. A Spiritual Leader has Spiritual "depth." Know Jesus-know what Jesus would do. Go deep w/ God to Go deep in family your relationships
  6. Love is Demonstrative -1 Cor 13:4-Love is patient, love is kind..read each element as if it is a report card on you & your son/daughter/wife
  7. You are not raising a child-you are raising child raisers! Be intentional in establishing a solid biblical family unit - the are learning!
  8. Routine and structure provide security for a child - parents set a routine that works for the family and the kids can settle into.
  9. A child is like a seedling plant-you must nurture their emotional-spiritual-social maturity before releasing them into a toxic culture
  10. When you parent - look to emphasize and reward the positive more than addressing the negative behaviors
  11. Make time to educate yourself on one of your most important responsibilities-Parenting-start with books Dare to Discipline & Your Heritage
  12. A signature represents us-so teach your children that their efforts are like their signature-to do everything to the best of their abilities
  13. Josh McDowell said:Rules without relationship leads to rebellion-be intentional to cultivate a relationship with your kids at EVERY stage
  14. You can not have a house of prayer if you are not a man of prayer-kids follow what is modeled-Pray for & with you kids as often as you can
  15. Have more fun with your kids & you will discipline less! When a fun relationship is built kids are not as tempted to challenge & test limits
  16. Your time with God, your spouse, & kids come before work! Box- put limits on your time at work & do not "cheat" on God or your family time
  17. Don't be a "cruise director" parent-ensuring your child is always entertained-kids must be TAUGHT to sit & listen at;dinner/church/school
  18. Teach your child "no" for their protection - but say yes as often as you can for their fun and exploration
  19. There is a rule for rules: You need them any time your child does not show discernment in an area -behavior, music, friends...
  20. Learn your spouse's and children's love language - then intentionally communicate your love through them