We all want the truth from our children. No matter how hard it is to hear the truth is always better than a lie! Even if you think your child is perfect they may still fall victim to lies and deceit.
We have definitely encountered this through the years. Not so much with blatant lies though, for my sons it’s sneaking! Sure there’s the mysterious writing on the walls and furniture that just miraculously appeared there all on it’s own. Then there’s the amazing ability of my little babies to somehow manage to be the ones responsible for many of the things that happen around here.
I like how she suggests there be a quick, firm and non-negotiable punishment for lying. We are still looking for the perfect “lie” punishment, we’ll have to get that handled very soon (9 years late, but I guess better late than never).
I remember growing up there were times that I couldn’t understand how my parents knew I had done something. Now as a parent I think it’s funny that they think they can hide it! They are so obvious. Sure there are things that slip past me, but like Stormie, I always pray that the Lord show me the truth and give me wisdom and discerning about the things going on in my sons’ lives. As their parent I want them to grow up to be honest men just as much as anything else. To me it is just another part about being a responsible and honorable adult!
So I will be focusing this week on reminding them that God sees everything they do, even if no one else does. It doesn’t hurt for them to remember this, and it’s up to me to help them remember.
A few thoughts for the journey:
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.” 3 John 1:4
“A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who speaks lies will not escape.” Proverbs 19:5