w!eBJ+cc,cpsw~~_7.JPG?set_id=81 "dove3ducks"){kind=avatar}
Welcome to a place where Christ should be exalted and "Self" should be abased!!
Welcome to a place where the BIBLE can be discussed rationally, intelligently, and positively without unnecessary argument!!
Welcome to a place where prayer can be requested and encouraged!!
Welcome to a place where positive and encouraging thoughts from scripture can be shared in a caring and loving way!!
Welcome to a place away from all the arguments, recriminations, and negativity of the outside world!!
Welcome to a place of rest and safety!!
Welcome to a place where Philippians 2:3 is practiced: "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
Welcome to this Christian thread.
(Please leave all aggression, bitterness, and philosophy outside the door and please wipe your feet before coming inside!!)
I live in my own little world. But it's OK... They know me Here!
Welcome to a place where the BIBLE can be discussed rationally, intelligently, and positively without unnecessary argument!!
Welcome to a place where prayer can be requested and encouraged!!
Welcome to a place where positive and encouraging thoughts from scripture can be shared in a caring and loving way!!
Welcome to a place away from all the arguments, recriminations, and negativity of the outside world!!
Welcome to a place of rest and safety!!
Welcome to a place where Philippians 2:3 is practiced: "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
Welcome to this Christian thread.
(Please leave all aggression, bitterness, and philosophy outside the door and please wipe your feet before coming inside!!)
I live in my own little world. But it's OK... They know me Here!
maj said...
> Well, you raise your kids as you see fit.
>
> I mean that's your choice how much fear to have and give them.
>
> But as I recall Kelly was worried about her son on the ATV.
>
> I think you were saying not to be worried as I seem to remember that you posted "Life happens...."
Ok maj, when you start raising a special needs , or disabled child, and stand in that parents shoes, then you can come and tell me how to raise my child ok?
oh, and about the Kelly thread, my POINT was, she's a good mother, she had the ATV downgraded, she would watch her child like a hawk, and what Dad had gone ahead and done, was not the end of the world...
Nothing to do with my statements here. Obviously you know nothing about invading someone's space, which is a big NO NO in the social world
> Well, you raise your kids as you see fit.
>
> I mean that's your choice how much fear to have and give them.
>
> But as I recall Kelly was worried about her son on the ATV.
>
> I think you were saying not to be worried as I seem to remember that you posted "Life happens...."
Ok maj, when you start raising a special needs , or disabled child, and stand in that parents shoes, then you can come and tell me how to raise my child ok?
oh, and about the Kelly thread, my POINT was, she's a good mother, she had the ATV downgraded, she would watch her child like a hawk, and what Dad had gone ahead and done, was not the end of the world...
Nothing to do with my statements here. Obviously you know nothing about invading someone's space, which is a big NO NO in the social world
((Nicki)) I iknow what your point was, and I appreciated it.
Maj. The world is FULL of predators. My son who is only 8 has unfortuantely also been trained to be wary of strangers.
It is also no socially acceptable for kids to be all up in everyones face. At school they get suspended for hugging each other now, so I'm sorry but they do have to be taught that. Sad, but true.
Maj. The world is FULL of predators. My son who is only 8 has unfortuantely also been trained to be wary of strangers.
It is also no socially acceptable for kids to be all up in everyones face. At school they get suspended for hugging each other now, so I'm sorry but they do have to be taught that. Sad, but true.
maj, you have a disabled child and you LET them hug strangers????
tell me, is this child supervised by you 24 x 7 ?
Mine is just now beginning to learn independance and I'm teaching her to go to town and shop by herself these days... My biggest fear is that she'll jump into some strangers car and never be seen again... Don't YOU worry about things like this?
I watch her from a distance, she doesnt know that I am doing this, but have on occasion seen her stop and hug old high school friends...I don't mind if she does this, because she knows them , but I certainly do NOT want her hugging strangers... When she had heart problems, and we were in Childrens Hospital, she would hug the nurses, doctors, interns, and even the cleaning staff... It took years to teach her not to hug strangers who could take advantage of her good nature.
so, bottom line, You teach yours that it's ok to embrace strangers, I'll teach mine to embrace God
:-x
tell me, is this child supervised by you 24 x 7 ?
Mine is just now beginning to learn independance and I'm teaching her to go to town and shop by herself these days... My biggest fear is that she'll jump into some strangers car and never be seen again... Don't YOU worry about things like this?
I watch her from a distance, she doesnt know that I am doing this, but have on occasion seen her stop and hug old high school friends...I don't mind if she does this, because she knows them , but I certainly do NOT want her hugging strangers... When she had heart problems, and we were in Childrens Hospital, she would hug the nurses, doctors, interns, and even the cleaning staff... It took years to teach her not to hug strangers who could take advantage of her good nature.
so, bottom line, You teach yours that it's ok to embrace strangers, I'll teach mine to embrace God
:-x
Nicki:
I find your technique of following from a distance unique and clever. It's a great way of figuring out what a child is up to without breaking their confidence.
Children are so anxious to grow up and mature. It's only when you are older that you figure out there's no rush. In my day, child raising was much more laissez-faire. I am really impressed by the mothers and grandmothers on this board and how much effort they devote to their childrens' development. May God bless them all! Susan
I find your technique of following from a distance unique and clever. It's a great way of figuring out what a child is up to without breaking their confidence.
Children are so anxious to grow up and mature. It's only when you are older that you figure out there's no rush. In my day, child raising was much more laissez-faire. I am really impressed by the mothers and grandmothers on this board and how much effort they devote to their childrens' development. May God bless them all! Susan
I find that my whole experience as a parent puts me in a whole different level of my understanding of God and what He is all about. It's little wonder that the enemy works on the two most precious relationships - marriage and parent - to destroy them. Because let's face it, if one is an abused child or spouse, how could you ever understand God's love which is often compared to a parent or spouse.
Examples ... when my children don't call me as often as I'd like ... I see God's patience and love when I look at my less than constant prayer life ... I try to discipline myself & start my day with a devotion & prayer.
When I burn dinner - hubby does not throw me out the door, I see God's neverending love even when I stumble.
If I continually repeat the same behaviour that I know hubby does not appreciate - like say my tardiness and I don't make an effort to better that - I can totally appreciate where I'm sure God must just want to throw up His arms and give up on me - but I know He doesn't.
One thing I have learned ... all have sinned and come short of the glory of God ... yet there is nothing I can do to EARN salvation. No matter what I decide, God has sent His Son to die on the cross ... it's a done deal so to speak ... DONE. My part is to accept to participate in that deal. God says 'I want to be your friend'. Once I enter into that relationship, my life hopefully grows from there - healthy and balanced just like our earthly relationships as parent and spouse could be. I have to keep remembering that the fierce & devoted love I have for my children & my husband is nothing compared to the love God has for me ... and therein lies my strength, joy and peace.
Examples ... when my children don't call me as often as I'd like ... I see God's patience and love when I look at my less than constant prayer life ... I try to discipline myself & start my day with a devotion & prayer.
When I burn dinner - hubby does not throw me out the door, I see God's neverending love even when I stumble.
If I continually repeat the same behaviour that I know hubby does not appreciate - like say my tardiness and I don't make an effort to better that - I can totally appreciate where I'm sure God must just want to throw up His arms and give up on me - but I know He doesn't.
One thing I have learned ... all have sinned and come short of the glory of God ... yet there is nothing I can do to EARN salvation. No matter what I decide, God has sent His Son to die on the cross ... it's a done deal so to speak ... DONE. My part is to accept to participate in that deal. God says 'I want to be your friend'. Once I enter into that relationship, my life hopefully grows from there - healthy and balanced just like our earthly relationships as parent and spouse could be. I have to keep remembering that the fierce & devoted love I have for my children & my husband is nothing compared to the love God has for me ... and therein lies my strength, joy and peace.
Now for the real purpose I came to this thread ...
http://www.youtube.com/v/bYI_aOyCn9Y&hl=en&fs=1
This is really cool ... make sure you watch it to the very end - great message.
http://www.youtube.com/v/bYI_aOyCn9Y&hl=en&fs=1
This is really cool ... make sure you watch it to the very end - great message.
