EP.139- Friday night focus series Being a dad (different ways to parent )

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Secular Parenting – Chris’s Perspective

• Focus on Independence: Chris emphasizes raising children to be independent thinkers. He encourages critical thinking, self-expression, and learning through experience.

• Morality Based on Society and Logic: His values are grounded in reason, empathy, and societal norms rather than religious teachings. Right and wrong are determined by consequences and cultural understanding.

• Discipline and Encouragement: Discipline is rooted in psychology and child development science rather than religious instruction. Emotional intelligence and communication are key.

  
  

  • Faith as Foundation: Travis and Shea center their parenting on biblical principles. They see God as the ultimate guide and strive to raise children who follow Christ.

  • Moral Compass from Scripture: Right and wrong are taught based on the Bible. They encourage obedience to God, respect for authority, and living a purpose-driven life.

  • Prayer and Devotion: Daily prayer, church involvement, and family devotionals are part of their routine, reinforcing faith and spiritual growth.

  • Discipline with Love and Purpose: Discipline is about correction in love, aiming to reflect God's discipline of His children—it's not just behavior control, but heart shaping.

  these to pespectives are very general and have a simple outline