Do you let Grandpa hang out with your kids if you disagree with his lifestyle? What happens when you are out of discipline options? Dr. Leman answers these questions with his usual wit and wisdom.
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Question #1:
(Audio) Do I allow my kids to go to Grandpa’s even though I disagree with his lifestyle?
Answer #1:
- If you want a relationship with him, YES!
- You said he is a wonderful grandfather, so I would not bat an eye.
- We all have sin in our lives. Kids don’t pick up on whether Grandpa is married or not.
- Keep the relationship alive.
Question#2:
(Audio) The youngest of four balks at doing his chores. I have given him the bread and water treatment, and he still won’t obey.
Answer #2:
- If he is balking that much, you are pushing too hard.
- I’d even bet you are serving the bread and water treatment with an attitude. He will only pick up on that and power up to you.
- I would encourage you to read Have a New Kid by Friday.
- Listen to the podcast for a scenario you could set up to put a little pressure on him…