Today I am so disappointed with my attitude. It sounds so ridiculous to say it, but I find myself expecting Bennett to be a perfect version of myself. Not only is he only four, but he is human and will never be perfect. I have been told by more than one person that I really expect a lot out of him, and that is probably a true observation. I know that there must be a balance between requiring obedience with a good attitude from a child and realizing they will never be perfect. I have a hard time knowing which side to fall on.
Maybe the requirement of obedience is the right thing, but my frustration when he fails is where the problem lies. He is going to fail just like I fail, and we all fail. I know that I have good intentions. I want Bennett to learn to obey and respect his parents so that he will learn to obey and respect God, but God doesn't yell and get frustrated with us when we sin. I know that I am much more frazzled and tired lately, but I still need self-control over my actions.
How do we as parents balance Godly expectations of our children with the reality that they are a work in progress and will fail?
Friday, July 27, 2007
Attitude
Posted by Samantha at 2:45 PM
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this is such a tough one! i have the same desires for my children, but it's hard to know what levels they are capable at each stage of maturing. and for each child that's so different! i think it requires sooo much prayer. and i know i'm not a perfect parent, so i can't expect a perfect kid!
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