Have you ever been caught buckling to your child's temper tantrum after saying the word "no." Refusing your child something they enjoy can be difficult; however, sometimes it is necessary.
According to Sam Crabtree, pastor at Bethlehem Baptist in Minneapolis, understanding the meaning of yes and no are "profound prerequisites for experiencing and appreciating mercy and grace."
Here are a few of Crabtree's parenting truths
- Rewarded behavior becomes repeated behavior.
- Inconsistent words become mistrusted words.
- Subverted authority develops into disregarded authority.
- Disregarding parental authority leads to disregarding spiritual authority.
- A loving, consistent "no" will shape your children.
Boundaries in parenting create safety and security. This is especially true when children are directed in love.
Click HERE to read more from Sam Crabtree's article Parents, Let Your 'No' Be 'No'.