Radio Hostess: Lysa TerKeurst
Contributing Writer: Lysa TerKeurst with Amanda Waldroop
Does your child have a strong work ethic? Hi, I’m Lysa TerKeurst for Proverbs 31 Ministries. Many parents resist having their kids help around the house because they don’t want to deal with resistance. But challenging our kids to work is key to their future success. Recently, my teenage son was telling me how wonderful it’ll be when he gets his own place. It was his way of expressing his dislike of doing chores. What a bummer for him to have to do dishes every Monday or mow the grass and wash the car.
He forgets that when he’s out on his own, Monday night will be just one of seven he gets to wash dishes. There are no perfect formulas in parenting, but I believe that one day my kids will appreciate being encouraged to do their part in our home. Consider instilling a good work ethic in your child. It will be a big help to you now and a definite advantage for them later. For more encouragement, visit Proverbs 31 Ministries at proverbs31.org.
Related Resources
The Bathtub is Overflowing, But I Feel Drained, by Lysa TerKeurst
You’re A Can Do Kid, by Renee Swope - May 19, 2005, Devotion
Moving Mountains, by Lysa TerKeurst - March 31, 2005, Devotion
Visit Lysa’s Blog
Contributing Writer: Lysa TerKeurst with Amanda Waldroop
Does your child have a strong work ethic? Hi, I’m Lysa TerKeurst for Proverbs 31 Ministries. Many parents resist having their kids help around the house because they don’t want to deal with resistance. But challenging our kids to work is key to their future success. Recently, my teenage son was telling me how wonderful it’ll be when he gets his own place. It was his way of expressing his dislike of doing chores. What a bummer for him to have to do dishes every Monday or mow the grass and wash the car.
He forgets that when he’s out on his own, Monday night will be just one of seven he gets to wash dishes. There are no perfect formulas in parenting, but I believe that one day my kids will appreciate being encouraged to do their part in our home. Consider instilling a good work ethic in your child. It will be a big help to you now and a definite advantage for them later. For more encouragement, visit Proverbs 31 Ministries at proverbs31.org.
Related Resources
The Bathtub is Overflowing, But I Feel Drained, by Lysa TerKeurst
You’re A Can Do Kid, by Renee Swope - May 19, 2005, Devotion
Moving Mountains, by Lysa TerKeurst - March 31, 2005, Devotion
Visit Lysa’s Blog
0 Comments:
Post a Comment
Home