October 22, 2014
Learn what makes video games addictive, signs of addiction and how to prevent them, plus how to choose family-friendly games.
The vast majority of people who play games do so with friends and family. Almost 60 percent of frequent game players play with friends, 33 percent play with siblings and about one-quarter play with their spouse and/or parents. This trend will only increase.
The content of greatest concern is graphic in nature. Hand-to-hand combat, shoot ’em up and blood-and-guts are just inappropriate for children and desensitize them to violence.
Regardless of the content, parents need to make an effort to educate themselves about video games so they can model appropriate choices for their children and protect them from the possible ill effects.
In this series, you’ll find out:
Read More About:
Real love goes beyond getting something in return—it’s about contributing to others’ lives. As parents, we can teach our children to love genuinely by helping them develop empathy, humility, and courage. You can model Christlike love and guide your children toward meaningful relationships built on trust and grace.
With a simple text, you can comfort someone and pass along powerful encouragement, just as the apostle Paul did in his letters. Even a short text can lift spirits and express love. Say you’re praying. Let your friend know that you’re available to meet in person if possible and to provide any other tangible help.
Take the time as a family dive into the Word and help further set the stage for what is to come on Christmas. Here are some bible verses to read to your kids this Christmas Eve.
