The Industrial Revolution completely changed the way fathers engage with their kids, but these two tips will get us back on track.
Talking Points:
- Dads need to be there physically for their kids. Fatherhood is more than paying for their food and activities, it’s about physically being there. Proverbs 22:6
- Dads need to be there emotionally for their kids. We have to deliberately be more intentional about our parenting, paying more attention to our kids’ emotional states. engaging them and asking questions about their feelings. Psalm 127:3-5
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- On average, how much time did your dad spend with you every week? What kinds of things did you do together? What do you wish he did more?
- On average, how much time do you spend with your kids? What kinds of things do you do together? What do you wish you could do more?
- Read Proverbs 22:6. How does being there for your kids physically and emotionally help you to train them in the direction you want them to go?
- Read Psalm 127:3-5. Kids are a gift from God. What are some things you appreciate about each of your kids? How do you try to connect emotionally with each of them? Explain.
- What are some of the “boundaries” you should maintain with your kids? Why?
- Make a list of the activities that demand the majority of your time. Are there ways you could reduce/eliminate some of these? Are any of these activities more important than time with your children?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
