As a mother of seven, ages 14-24 I often have one-on-one talks with young people. This morning I talked with a young person who could be said to be gently pushing the boundaries in the areas of dress, music and hairstyle. As I talked a clear analogy came to mind.We often ask our young people to place themselves under authority and conform to a standard that we have personally drawn the lines on (albeit for well thought-out reasons). When they are a little resistant we are rightly disappointed. But have we perhaps modelled this response for them first? Do we obey the laws of the land or do we push the limits set by our own authorities. How well do you keep the speed limit? Do you always wear your seat belt? Do you get the licenses and permits required? In what other ways do you push the limits?
Let’s be able to say, “follow me as I follow Christ.”
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Thanks!!!!! That is really good advice. Even though our children are young…I am sure they see when we are not doing something as we should. We want them to follow Christ,… we need to do a better job at making sure we are being good examples.