SESSION 2 - The Practice of Modeling

Session 2A
Title: Anyone Can Become a Supermodel
Modeling is NOT about becoming the perfect parent!
In this session, we’ll answer these questions and more…
At what age will we see the long-term result of modeling bad habits for our children?
What does it “look like” to embrace change in our lives?
What stumbling block trips us up and keeps us from taking ownership of our own personal choices and decisions?
Key Point: We must take ownership of our choices if we want to see our children take ownership of their own choices.
Session 2B
Title: Becoming a Fruit Inspector
How you parent today will directly impact your child’s future tomorrow!
In this session, we’ll answer these questions and more…
Which parenting paradigm best describes me?
What happens when we engage in a tug of war over freedoms with our children?
What is the best parenting paradigm and why?
Key Point: When we make decisions based on biblical truths, rather than cultural norms, our children will have the tools they need to be successful.
Session 2C
Title: Got Questions? We Have Answers!
God has provided a reset button to restore broken relationships!
In this session, we’ll answer these questions and more…
How does pride derail the parenting process?
What’s the difference between being willing and eager?
How do we deal with different standards of parenting if our children are split between two homes?
Key Point: Sharing “the reason why” with our teens will help them desire to be an integral part of the family team.
Session 2D
Title: Keeping Your Family Centered
Keeping our family parent-centered will build a happy and secure environment for everyone.
In this session, we’ll answer these questions and more…
What does it look like to elevate virtues above feelings?
What will develop in the heart of a child who is not taught to embrace personal responsibility?
How can we keep our family parent-centered?
Key Point: Eternity-minded parents make hard choices in order to parent with purpose and meaning.