PARENTS
At CrossRoads, we believe our role in children’s and student ministry is to come alongside the family in discipleship, prayer, and life. Parents are the primary influence and primary disciple makers for their children. This page is a landing space for resources and more to help parents in the things of life. Parenting isn’t easy, don’t do it alone!
It’s no secret that every parent makes a few (or a lot of) mistakes along the way. Some of these mistakes are no big deal, and their only lasting impact is a funny story. Other mistakes leave a mark and have long-lasting impact consequences. Either way, we all have the opportunity to step into believing the truth that no matter what we say or do, God is in control. His grace is sufficient for us, and He is in the business of redemption and reconciliation. Every parent can feel the pressure to “get it right” or somehow be perfect. But that’s just not possible. We’re sinful people leading and guiding other sinful people, and we are going to bump into each other along the way. But the wisdom and guidance of a heavenly Father is available if we will seek Him in all we do.
This month’s Parenting Class shares a funny story about a parenting fail and hopefully helps you see that all is not lost, even when we think it is. There are a few things that parents can focus on that will serve them well, both in the good times and the bad. Leaning into God’s grace and learning to trust Him more can create a sense of peace in the middle of the storm. Jesus tells us that in this world, there will be trouble. That trouble can often show up in our homes, but we can lean into the hope that God offers and take steps to accept the grace He offers and keep moving on.
Every parent makes mistakes. Some mistakes are small and funny, the kind you laugh about later in life. Others can leave a bigger mark and feel heavier. Either way, whenever we make parenting mistakes, we have the opportunity to remember this: God’s in control. His grace is enough, and He’s always working to redeem and restore. It’s easy to feel like we have to get everything right or be perfect, but perfection isn’t the goal. We’re imperfect people raising imperfect people, and bumps along the way are absolutely normal. The good news is that God’s wisdom and guidance are always there for us if we’ll just take a moment to seek Him in everything we do.
This month’s Parenting Class shares a lighthearted story about a parenting fail, reminding us that all is not lost, even when it feels like it is. There are a few key things parents can focus on that will serve them well, both in the joyful moments and the challenging ones. Leaning into God’s grace and learning to trust Him more can bring a sense of calm and confidence in the midst of life’s storms. Jesus reminds us that trouble is a part of this world, and sometimes that trouble shows up in our homes. But we can choose to hold on to the hope God offers, accept His grace, and keep moving forward with courage and faith.