Mothering a girl

If it is true that children should be trained in the knowledge of the Lord, and Scripture tells us it is, then there is one task in parenting that outranks all others in significance.  It is the responsibility of Christian mothers and fathers to introduce their children to Jesus Christ and to cultivate their understanding of Him at every opportunity.  The apostle Paul gave us that priority 2000 years ago when he wrote, "Do not exasperate your children, instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord" (Eph 6.4)
How desperately today's young people need this training and instruction.  Countless numbers of them around the world are growing up in a world that is warping their beliefs and behaviour.  You can observe that damning influence by strolling through a local mall on a Friday night.  Just look around.  You'll see girls and boys who appear to be emotionally lost and spiritually bankrupt... the profanity and extreme ways they present themselves expose a poverty of soul.


extract from Bringing Up Girls
by Dr James Dobson

This book has been a 'word in season' for me; with practical advice on how girls see themselves, the culture around them, etc with surprising statistics and great encouragement!