While recently standing in line at our local grocery, Jaden eyeballed a particular magazine with great curiosity. Needless to say, Cosmopolitan prefers plastic.In seconds he elbows Judah, leans in, points directly at the woman’s carefully sculpted silicon, and with one hand covering his mouth - the whispers began.
They both erupt into boyish laughter.
Trying to keep a straight face and wanting to lay groundwork for the future I nonchalantly asked, “What are you guys laughing at?”
Jaden looks me dead in the face and exclaimed, “Dad she’s got three bumps!”
“Three?” “Yeah, dad three bumps.”
After one whole year of K-4, you’d think the boy could count.
I share this story as a reminder that my family and yours will always be bombarded by media. And not wanting to hide my boys in a social bunker for eighteen years, any good read is appreciated.
Accordingly, Teachers, Watchmen, and Gatekeepers is a wonderful reminder of what the Bible says regarding our role as parents in the rearing of our children. Men, make the time to read and share it with your spouse. Talk about possible ways your household will handle the media blitz and discuss who else needs to be brought on board. Maybe your kids would greatly benefit if the family member who regular helps with the children is included in the discussion. Above all, let’s stand in the gap.
Blessings
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