10 Questions Part 5 and 6

5. Does your child show genuine care for others?

Caring about others is another prompting of the conscience and is certainly one of the characteristics of heroes. Unfortunately, some children are rather self-focused, self-absorbed, and cold-hearted. They need work in the development of their consciences in this area. One idea is to plan ways to care for others. Stories like the Good Samaritan help children recognize the responsibility they have to show kindness to others. You might end each day by asking, "What random act of kindness did you do today?" That question asked regularly provides accountability and an expectation that in your family, you're out to be heroes in practical ways by caring for others.

6. How does your child handle correction?

Many children view correction as an enemy, some sign of inadequacy or unworthiness. But the Bible has a different take on correction. Proverbs 6:23 tells us, "The corrections of discipline are the way to life." That means that correction is one of the ways that we learn. You can learn by reading a book, watching a video, listening to a coach, or doing some research. But another valuable way to learn is through correction. Of course, in order for children to value correction, many parents need to value it first, instead of seeing it as an interuptions in their lives. This year plan margin into your life for correction. After all, correction times are often great opportunities for heart work.