We live in a Tough World…

Brian
#1. January 14th, 2007, at 11:13 AM.

It seems that we adults expect kids to just automatically understand what they have to do to become mature, responsible adults, but in reality it is us who must take them under our wing so to speak. If it is our own kids then, we must keep our eye on what is going on in their lives we are the home front and if they don’t get proper instruction from us then, they will get improper instruction elsewhere to fill the void.
Having said that, If it is kids in our church family then we are responsible to live our lives as much like Christ as possible so they can see true Christ like role models. Alot of the time we get so busy with our own lives, that our very own kids get jostled around in our wake and don’t know which way is up.
All I’m trying to say is, if our kids grow up immature and unresponsible we are the reason. Things from sharing with others all the way to completing assignments and work ethic are our responsibility to instill in them while they are growing. That way, when we set them free as adults those things are already there.

grant
#2. January 14th, 2007, at 12:17 PM.

too true, some times you want it all to end too soon. how do you suppose you counsel someone who is apeirophobic ie fear of infinity(the thought of the duration of ‘eternity’ ie life after rapture) Jesus died for our sins 2000 years ago now, talking about it seems so ‘ancient’ moreless the thought of the literal meaning of infinity-boundless, endless…gives me the creeps
thanks

Debbie
#3. January 14th, 2007, at 7:04 PM.

You are so right, and the word of God says to train up a child so that when they grow old they will not depart from it Proverbs 22:6 Christian Parents realize how much competition the world is for our young. It takes a lot of prayer and fasting, and listening to our young people. But if we stand strong and leave no room for controversy in our own live’s as parents in front of them then they have a chance, but it’s the grace of God that keep’s us and sustains us. God Bless you all for taking the time to put this on the web and let people know that our children are to important. My Mom told me one time you cant take anything with you, but there is one, and that is our children. God Bless

Bentry Mv
#4. January 15th, 2007, at 1:43 AM.

Something must really be done to help our children. As parents i believe that God has given us this responsibility to show the kids the right way. Just like the parable of the three servants who were given different amount of money a ccording to there abilities. We also as parents have been given the responsibility to look after our children. I believe that God has put in us this ability to be able to raise our kids in the right way. And in the end we also as parents will be answerable as to how we did our job. Let us ask him help us raising our kids the right way instead of letting the world and the media be to raise our children. How much time do we spend with our children? Do we know there friends? What kind of Tv programmes do they watch etc. Are we as parents really playing our role of protecting our children. How is our behaviour in front of our children? Do we take the time to pray for them knowing that the enemy is out there to get them. Some of the challenges they are facing are spiritual. And most of the sources of the things that is inticing them is spiritual, how dare we think we can only deal with it in the natural. Lets take responsiblity God has given us and we will see the difference.

Bruce Barker
#5. January 15th, 2007, at 4:24 AM.

I fully support the sentiments of this article. We all need to “target” the children and the parents of the children to show them there is a better, and happier, way to live. It doesn’t have to be drugs, violence, gangs, etc. My children were brought up in a christian home, we did not force them to go to church when they were old enough to be left on their own but they wanted to. They are now both very healthy christians, one 19 and the other 17. Both with a desire to serve the Lord in whatever way they can. They are a shining beacon in the local neighbourhood to prove there is more to life than sex, drugs and violence. The main thrust must be for the younger of todays society we must not forget the rest of the age.

cheryl
#6. January 15th, 2007, at 4:49 AM.

it’s a really great article(:

Renee Ryan
#7. January 15th, 2007, at 9:40 AM.

I love this article i hit home.

chyvonne
#8. January 16th, 2007, at 9:57 PM.

that is so true. they are our angels.

John Parson
#9. January 18th, 2007, at 7:40 AM.

You are so right! Having been a youth minister for 16 years now I have seen a huge shift in how fast kids are growing up. I don’t see this trend slowing down any time soon either. I miss the days of innocense, where little ones didn’t have to face adult challenges. But I guess we aren’t in Kansas anymore Toto.

arletta
#10. January 25th, 2007, at 7:22 AM.

Goodmorning & thankyou for today’s message, my 16 yr. old & I just had had a mother son situation. I pray that all your faithful readers will include both my son & I ( being nearly 40 yrs older than he is he feels that I just don’t understand what he’s going through )in their prayers, as I do for each message I read now, & in future articles, Its so hard, I am trying to understand, we have roots in a church are faithful servants. I can’t imagine what my son is going through , stressing everyday the stuggles he’s having just by his actions, I put all my trust & faith in the Lord & I know that he will make everything alright with Johnnie, again, he’s trying so hard to grow, again include him & I in your prayers for strength & understanding. Thank you again for such a BLESSING & MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THIS SITE, THANK YOU CONSTANTIN! ……Arletta ……Johnnie’s mom

Caron
#11. February 3rd, 2007, at 9:14 AM.

I agree with the others comments here. One of my favorite passages from Gods word on teaching those coming up after us is Colossians 3:16-17 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” It mentions here whatever we do in word or deed. This reminds me that my actions are just as important as my words. What I doing should always line up with what I saying to my children. If the word of Christ truely dwells in us, it will come out in our words and deeds!

brandy
#12. February 3rd, 2007, at 11:02 AM.

that is so true you guys have so much knowledge..keep going it is awesome

Steve Bridges
#13. February 5th, 2007, at 1:53 PM.

Death dying, murder and torture are so caually commented on these days. Our social values and even our integrety is eroded into grim resignation. This World needs Jesus and the love He left us; this World needs the Messiah, God’s anointed (Jesus Christ). There is no other viable hope.
I have just been blessed with the priveledge of fathering a child; a son. My wife and I ‘will’ be instilling those values in him; we ‘will’ be rearing him in the ways of the Lord Jesus Christ. I have also been delivered from drug abuse by the Grace of our Lord and Saviour. He will be made aware of all the dangers of playing with drugs. There are no soft drugs; and there are no social drugs. If you can’t be sociable without drugs then you have to look at your own inadequecies. Ask Jesus for the strength to do this

william sangan
#14. March 4th, 2007, at 12:20 PM.

hi constantin,
Yes we live in a world, where the Devil, reigns. He has alot of powerfull tools, and all the young ones today, are embraced, in many Lusts and Dersires, that lead a sinfull life.
We have a responsability, to teach the younger ones the WORD of GOD. iT IS THE ONLY WAY TO FREE ALL FROM THE WRATH OF GOD. To have Faith IN OUR Saviour, and eternal rest and peace.
We need to have are names written in the BOOK OF LIFE, .
Its either TURN OR BURN.
GODBLESS EVERYONE.

tina
#15. March 5th, 2007, at 8:20 PM.

Totaly agree

ROCK ON

sherwin scott
#16. March 8th, 2007, at 5:18 AM.

We really live in very difficult world for young and old alike. The website that I have built is for the purpose of helping both young and old to focus on what really matters: http://www.sonsloveletter.com

Willie
#17. March 12th, 2007, at 3:16 AM.

hey willie here,i have a 14 year old daughter who attends a christian school,but lately has been in trouble with other kids there,the thing is i know that jasmine is a good kid,and is not easilly mis’led by others or at least i thought so?i tell her that,she should know not to follow others into wrong doing,or to not be like or the other kids,by all means have fun,but think about it before you get involved.

sheila
#18. March 12th, 2007, at 7:38 AM.

i know times have changed but i think parents have such a big role to play.you cant be with your kids always but hen you are together teach them good morales because believe you me what my parents taught me at a young age is what i follow today.lets not be quick to blame technology and so on. if you really look at it parents are SO FOCUSED ON MAKIN MORE MONEY AND THEY FORGET ABOUT THE KIDS.SO EVERYONE IS TO BLAME WHEN YOU LEAVE THE T.V TO RAISE YOUR LITTLE ONES.I THINK IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO COMMIT OUR KIDS TO GOD FOR HIM TO BE THE ULTIMATE LEADER

Michelle
#19. March 20th, 2007, at 8:30 PM.

I want you to know that it is extremely hard to lose a child to drugs or additions. A parent feels helpless when the child is an adult and chooses the wrong thing. It could be a first time or not. Within a split second you whole life changes not knowing what you could have done to change it or if you could have. You then hang on to Jesus and the word of God. Knowing of the heavenly place where we will reunit bring some comfort. It is hard to know when a child is in trouble. Prayer is always needed for all families in the troubled times we live in. God Bless you Michelle

Mark
#20. March 21st, 2007, at 10:24 AM.

In your blog you mentioned that kids are growing up much faster today, and that they are exposed to much more wordly things in more ways than the previous generations. It is so true-our society has become so fast paced and so indifferent. We are all exposed to so much information overload, and temptations. We all need to guard our heats and our minds in Christ Jesus.
For our kids and for everyone, we need to follow the following instructions from GOD’S WORD:
What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost
which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own?
For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body,
and in your spirit, which are God’s.
1 Corinthians 6:19
Please share this scripture, and all of GOD”S WORD with as many people as you can-because there are many, many people out in the world who are living in darkness, and they need the light of GOD”S WORD to expose the darkness and sin-They need JESUS, and GOD”S WORD to step into the Marvelous light-out of darkness, and out of shame. Our kids, and all people need to know that JESUS is the truth, the life, and the way…..

Andrew
#21. March 24th, 2007, at 9:40 PM.

Parents should stay involved in there childs lives. Parents these days don’t want a child winning, crying or fighting so they’ll just shoe them away without listening to them and helping them understand why thing are the way they are. If someone would tell them a story about what happened to them when they were that age or just show them interest this lets them know someone cares. As long as someone is always there for them to show them the right way they’re good for life.

Tamika
#22. March 25th, 2007, at 7:54 AM.

It is very true that we as parents need to be careful and concern with our children lives as they grow.It is our responsiblity to teach about God that is why we were blessed with their precious lives. From they are born we can sing wholesome christian songs along with their nursery rhymes and they will grow with these songs until they understand as they get older. We also need to let our children know who God is , simply things like he is the one who gives us life or the one who wakes us up in the morning. Basically if we do not teach them about God we are at fault. thanks for sharing this with me

Charles
#23. April 3rd, 2007, at 10:01 PM.

I agree with you we do live in tough world. As a child of GOD we must know that even though it is tough we have a greater strength inside of us that we can relly on. But we have to get to the point that we believe and trust in. We have to GET UP AND DO. LOVE.

Carol Clayton
#24. November 8th, 2007, at 3:24 PM.

I really appreciate the thoughts in this article and I have the same thoughts as you do. We are certainly living in a different and difficult world especially as we relate to the youths of today. It is my impression that we have become loose and slack in the upbringing of our children today. The Bible tells us that we are to grow them in the admonision of the Lord but we have in my estimation lost touch with a whole generation. As Christians we must not allow this to continue. We also need to let our secular and spiritual leaders be aware that they are to be good stewards of the word and the governance that isplaced on them. God has given us the wherewithal and we need to use them in the way we grow our children and not only ours but our neighbors also.
God Bless
Carol

Benadett
#25. November 20th, 2007, at 6:33 AM.

What you are saying is very true. Just the other day i was reading Men’s Straighttalk by Dr. James Dobson and i agreed with him, that we are living in an evil spirit infested world which we and our children are part. The fact is that we can not do anything about it expect for praying in truth for all ourselves. Jesus told his disciples that he was going to leave them in the wilderness and he won’t pray for them to be taken out of it but he prays for the Father to be with them likewise we only need to pray for His protection.

Idetrorce
#26. December 15th, 2007, at 10:20 PM.

very interesting, but I don’t agree with you
Idetrorce