Creatively Correcting My Children
September 1, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Godly Motherhood
I’m at a whole different stage of my parenting now. This is just one of those seasons where I am just really into the throes of motherhood to the point that sometimes I keep attempting to peek beyond this season into the next. It’s like bobbing up and down in a pool for a breath of fresh air.
And, you know, that may not be the best analogy for parenting.
I want to reiterate the fact that all mothers know: parenting is hard work.
Yet, I want to also note: parenting can be a beautiful process. It all depends on which choices we make.
It’s imperative for me in my life right now, to take the reigns on my kids and drive. While they are young and impressionable, this is the time allotted, the window of opportunity, for us (my husband and I) to speak into their lives and teach them those timeless truths they won’t learn any easier than right now.
And that, my friend, is the hardest part in the younger years. (If you have teenagers, please don’t remind me that it gets harder as time goes by!) I am really doing my best to think positively and believe that there is a good chance all of this teaching and training we are doing today will sink in and take root before they are teens! But we all know- kids have a mind of their own. My prayer is that my daughters will adopt the mind of God- thinking Godly thoughts and acting in Godly ways.
Hence, the work laid out for me today is crucial.
In our home, (and as you know, we are homeschooling), we have been doing a lot more character development studies recently.
If I see a problem in heart or attitude that needs correcting, the first thing I want to do is go to the Word of God. God’s Word literally is an anecdote to all problems, and there is a solution to every dilemma under the sun right in the Bible. That’s why we have the Holy Spirit with us- He is living, He is breathing, He is working, He is real, and best of all, He is IN us who believe!
So, I simply take the Scripture and apply it to their situation (for my 8 year old, mostly). If we keep having a character problem or a particular issue that constant verbal correction doesn’t solve, we are now tackling it from the angle of, “What does the Lord have to say about that? Go bring your Bible, and look up the Scripture, read it to me, write it down in your notebook, and then let’s talk.”
Let me tell you, this is bringing about massive changes (and I haven’t even touched on the consequences chart yet!)
I have been getting some of my ideas from Lisa Welchel’s Creative Correction:
Here’s a video by Lisa about this book:
Right now, for my 2 year old, discipline is as basic, primitive and rudimentary as it comes. But that doesn’t mean she can’t understand when God is happy. She will often tell me (after doing something fabulous like picking up the toys from the living room floor), “Mommy, you happy? God is happy?” and she will skip cheerily away, just knowing that she’s done a good thing.
Kids know, even at the very tender ages of 1 and 2. So, it’s never too young or too early to start them on the Truth of God’s Word for instruction.
And the biggest thing is- correcting and instructing in a spirit of Love (the way our Heavenly Father so patiently loves us). I know, it takes a LOT of time to discipline that way. To have children look up scripture pertaining to their heart attitude and then have a heart to heart with them, pray over them…that takes a lot of time. It is oftentimes far easier to send them to time out, spank them, or take away a privilege. But with those methods (none of which I criticize and some of which I use depending on the situation), there is real no connection that lets my kids know WHY what they did is wrong, and how our Heavenly Father FEELS about what they did.
So…
here I am printing out, cutting up, and creating little “correction cards” for our home school and parenting life, knowing that yet another new idea God has given me to help me out with my little ones will take some work and planning…
But in the end, I pray and I believe- it will all be worth it.
Discover Your Destiny Series/ Gift and Talent Workshop
April 9, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Conferences & Seminars, Empowerment, Godly Womanhood, Ministry & Outreach, Podcast
I was honored to be asked by Lori Arriaga of Christian Womens Resources in 2006, to speak to her listeners about Gifts and Talents during her online conference.
When Lori asked me to speak about Gifts and Talents, I realized the only way to present this was through an in depth look at our solid foundation in Christ.
Listen in by clicking the play button below, and enjoy!
(Basic Outline)
1.) Knowing Christ as Your Savior
2.) Defeating Your Identity Crisis
3.) Discovering God’s Plan For You
Also, you can follow along with the audio below by viewing the power point slide right beneath:
God, My First Love Chat Transcript
April 9, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Chat Transcripts, Empowerment, Godly Womanhood, Married Life
In May 2006 Christian Ladies Connect conducted a chat session with Bettye J Jamerson on the topic of love for the Christian woman.
Click on the PDF below to open and read the document. If you don’t have a PDF reader, you can download it for free at Adobe.com- http://get.adobe.com/reader/
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About Bettye:
Bettye J Jamerson is an author and inspirational/motivational speaker. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Radio/Television Communications from Arkansas State University. She has held positions as Operations manager/Writer/Producer/Host for Christian Radio and Television. Bettye is President and Executive DIrector of Change-A-Life Foundation, New Life Productions and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Park Hill Progressive Academy. Bettye’s life is devoted to empowering the lives of our children and individuals. Love: The Greatest Choice of All is her second book. Bettye resides in Coloradow with her husband adn twoc hildren. Visit her at www.changealifefoundation.com.
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Click on the PDF link below (where it says Ebook PDF/ Ebook Download) to read the document.
Love and Money, Seminar with Bettye Jamerson
April 8, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Conferences & Seminars, Godly Womanhood, Married Life, Podcast
Bettye Jamerson speaks with us on Love and Money for Christian Women.
What does it mean to truly love ourselves according to God’s will for our lives? How does money/finances tie into this?
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About Bettye:
Bettye J Jamerson is an author and inspirational/motivational speaker. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Radio/Television Communications from Arkansas State University. She has held positions as Operations manager/Writer/Producer/Host for Christian Radio and Television. Bettye is President and Executive DIrector of Change-A-Life Foundation, New Life Productions and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Park Hill Progressive Academy. Bettye’s life is devoted to empowering the lives of our children and individuals. Love: The Greatest Choice of All is her second book. Bettye resides in Coloradow with her husband adn twoc hildren. Visit her at www.changealifefoundation.com.
Listen in by clicking the play button below.
7 Steps To Greater Health
April 8, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Godly Womanhood, Health and Wellness, Podcast
In 2006, Christian Ladies Connect studied “Greater Health God’s Way” by Stormie Omartian.
Based on this book’s information, I put together a list of steps toward healthier living.
Listen in on these seven steps to see how that our spiritual and physical health is interconnected…and that God cares about both.
The Power of a Praying Wife- Chat Session 2008
April 7, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Book Reviews, Conferences & Seminars, Godly Womanhood, Married Life, Podcast
In summer of 2008, the women of Christian Ladies Connect met together in our first ever Blog Talk Radio session. Our Book Club selection was The Power of a Praying Wife, by Stormie Omartian.
In this episode, I encourage married women to help out our husbands through the power of prayer.
Listen in, be encouraged, and leave a comment! 
Intimacy With God
April 6, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Empowerment, Godly Womanhood, Podcast, Tranquility and Peace
How can women in today’s 21st century hustle and bustle, learn to calm ourselves and develop a peaceful intimacy with God?
That is what this episode is all about. Finding peace. Finding true intimacy with our Savior.
When all else fails, there is only One Someone who can deliver the peace of mind we need from the chaos of this world’s business.
He is our Heavenly Father , our Savior Yeshua- Jesus Christ.
Listen to the first few minutes of the show to hear me sing “Speak for Me” by Jaci Velasquez…then be encouraged by the rest of this audio segment.
Parenting and Discipline/Balancing Act Book Club, pt. 3
April 5, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Book Reviews, Godly Motherhood, Podcast
Lori Arriaga of Christian Women’s Resources joins me for a 3rd book club session on The Great Balancing Act, recorded in the summer of 2006.
Listen to us as we discuss the art of disciplining our children and parenting.
A Wife By Choice, Balancing Act Book Club, pt. 2
April 5, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Book Reviews, Godly Womanhood, Married Life, Podcast
Lori Arriaga of Christian Women’s Resources joins me for a 2nd book club session on The Great Balancing Act, recorded in the summer of 2006.
Listen to us as we discuss godly womanhood, the art of a holistic, godly marriage, and the roles women Believers play within marriage. How can we be a true helper to our spouse and seek godly marriage?
Listen into our conversation and see how Lori and I pulled some great wisdom nuggets from Pat Harrison’s book, The Great Balancing Act.
Interview with Diane Overgard
April 5, 2010 by Demetria
Filed under Godly Motherhood, Interviews, Podcast
In 2007, interviewed Diane Overgard, Certified Family Life Educator, Adult Education Specialist, and author of several parenting books to be used in small groups. Additionally, Diane helps her clients through life coaching sessions.
Diane and co-author Janice Rubin wrote “Let’s Talk Parenting”.
Listen in as Diane tells all about parenting from a child development and godly perspective.
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