Learning to go against the flow....

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Learning to go against the flow....

Postby BKarnsund » Fri Jun 05, 2009 7:00 am

I am a mom of four.

I grew up in a European school, my friends smoked, drank, the beach was full of topless women, and the tv had sex shows on at 3pm. I, on the other hand, never smoked, drank, I have never tried any drugs, and have no addictions. I have always loved to tell people about Jesus, was strong in my convictions, had a heart for those hurting, and sought out to be a light in the world. I have no problem with peer-pressure, outspoken with my thoughts, and love God and the people He wants to bring to himself.

I´m thinking about the possibility of homeschooling my four kids (ages 3-8 ). They are energetic, outgoing, God-loving children. So far in PS, the two oldest stand up and are outspoken about their faith in God to their peers. I enjoy going over what they learn in the world, and we look together at what the Bible says. They are learning how to live in the world. We are told to be in the world, but not of the world. This is a lot of work, as I have to walk very closely with them and re-teach them what they learn at school.

Learning to be strong against the flow is something I would like for them to learn from little up. Along with growing up with a love for God and His Word, I want them to learn how to live that out while surrounded by darkness and sin (which is the reality). This takes a lot of work on the part of parents to be involved, but is part of living out God´s Word. Knowing it is not enough. I want them to live it.

I know of many kids that have been homeschooled (or grow up in a Christian bubble) and go wild when in college. I know this can happen with any kid, but it was always a concern for me. This is not a question about socialization. I don´t want them socialized in the world, I want to teach them to stand against it. A much different thing. Being smart is not my highest wish for them. Although of course I want them well-educated, what a priceless gift to give them of a love for the Lord with all their heart and mind AMIDST a fallen magnetic world around them.

I would like to homeschool them, but can they learn these things while homeschooling?

Any advice? Thoughts? Have you ever thought about this?

Thank you for any comments you send your way. I´m all ears.

a mom wanting the best for her little arrows,
Becky

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Postby elliemaejune » Fri Jun 05, 2009 11:46 pm

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Postby BKarnsund » Sat Jun 06, 2009 6:24 am

Very true. I like your response that "Public School is not the only place to encounter the world."

You also say "Examine why you think you were able to stand so firmly. Was it because the opposition was there? Doubt it. Perhaps it had more to do with your personal relationship with Christ. Or maybe, it had something to do with your God-given personality. Probably both and then some." Again, this is something I have also thought of. Thanks for your comment.

Just because someone became "strong" from having a dad with a cold character and no love, doesn't mean that the husband should do that to his kids to create strength.

"We do not have seek out the darkness." Very true.

Thanks for answering!

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Postby andyjessop » Thu Aug 13, 2009 11:53 am

There are ways and means of doing things. Either by teaching them yourself with trusted textbooks, or by using one of the many online resources available to you. These are often overlooked but there are organisations out there that can provide your kids with quality education in a way that you can monitor exactly what their interaction is with their peers. This way, they get to socialise in a way that you know is safe.
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