Monday Matters
Everyday Parenting Boys
My husband and I had four sons who are now adults. I thank God I was a mom of boys (too many hormones and hair products with a girl). But because our son Peter was most like me, we had our challenges. Sometimes Peter’s phone was taken away as a consequence for disobedience. I remember one time I had to drop a note off at school to let him know I’d pick him up so he wouldn’t take the bus. I wrote, “Peter I’m sorry for my part in provoking you which led to hurt feelings for both of us. Please forgive me. I love you. Mom”
As parents we wanted our sons to develop strong characters from the inside-out. Not just temporary behavior change, but for them to have a heart change from God. At youth group that evening Peter heard a guest speaker talk about the grace God gives and how we can’t afford to withhold it from others. Peter apologized and said I could keep the phone as long as I wanted. He forgave me too. Jesus understands us all. He knows and walks with us in our parenting…everyday.
