Preparing for Adolescence (Ages 11+)

Discuss the changes and challenges of puberty with your child.

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Scripture Verses:

Recommended Books:

Preparing for Adolescence – James Dobson
Raising a Modern Day Knight – Robert Lewis
Bringing up Boys – Dr. James Dobson
Bringing up Girls – Dr James Dobson
Mom, I Hate My Life – Sharon A Hersh
Parenting Today’s Adolescent – Dennis & Barbara Rainey
Lead Your Teen to a Lifelong Faith – Joe White & Jim Weidmann
Parents Guide to Spiritual Mentoring of Teens – Joe White & Jim Weidmann
And Suddenly They’re Thirteen – David & Claudia Arp

Parent/Child Dedication (Birth - 2 Years)

Make a commitment to raise your child in a Christ-centered home.

Blessing (Ages 3+)

Establish the practice of praying for and giving a blessing to your child on a routine basis.

Family Time (Ages 4+)

Establish the practice of connecting as a family while passing spiritual truths to your child.

Prepare to Lead Your Child to Christ (Age 5+)

Become equipped to lead your child to an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.

Prayer (Ages 6+)

Teach your child about prayer and establish the practice of praying as a family.

Bible (Ages 7+)

Teach your child about God’s Word and establish the practice of reading and memorizing Scripture as a family.

Worship (Ages 8+)

Establish the practice of adoring God personally, at home, at church, and as a lifestyle.

Giving & Serving (Ages 9+)

Establish the practice of giving and serving others for God’s glory.