The ever-wise and all-knowing Pearls, having solved the problems of modern marriage with their previous best-seller, now turn their attention to another troubling matter: the case of the rebellious teenager. How can you be sure that your children will not jump ship 'as soon as they think they can survive without the family—some as young as sixteen years old'? Buy this book to find out.
(I'm guessing that this book doesn't have the answers for those unfortunate parents whose kids jump ship under the age of sixteen - bummer. Maybe you'll have to wait for the sequel on that one.)
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I would assume (and we know what assuming does...) that the book has lots of very good advice, some iffy advice, and absolutely no leeway for disagreeing with either one.
It's true that how parents raise their children has a major effect on how that child handles rebellion. But you can't guarantee non-rebellion, since it's largely dependent what the child himself chooses to do.
BESIDES, a teenager who goes through rebellion is not the end of the story! Many kids settle down when they get to adulthood. I wonder if the Pearls offer advice on how to continue to show love to your rebellious child, so that your future relationship with him can be healed.
-- SJ
Rose--do I detect a bit of sarcasm? :)
Yes, perhaps I should actually read the book before venturing an opinion on it. =)
Ah Sara, I TOTALLY agree with you! Although I am certain the Pearls speak and minister to many, the rigid presentation turns me away. Love must rule in the end. My advice to parents and prayer for my own children is that the Lord will allow WHATEVER it takes to get their heart and give me enough grace to watch. Teens do have their struggles and hard times and as a parent, I want to walk beside them thru it. Rebellion is not a given but some children (especially strong willed leaders) learn the hard way and make mistakes. Franklin Graham comes to mind. I am certain his parents were on their knees over him. I am going to differ from many and say rebellion does not always mean bad parenting. Consistant, loving parenting does not guarantee perfect adults. We have to be willing to do our very best by God's leading and then allow Him to get their hearts.
stepping off the soapbox now :)
geni
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