How can I change and mould the character of boys in a hostile Christian community?
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I have registered 28 boys between the ages of 5 and 15 in a community which is hostile to Christianity. In this era of terrorism, armed robbery, drug addiction, homosexuality, suicide bombings, and other social vices, my aim is to inculcate into them Christian virtues and principles so that their life style can have an impact on their peers and the community as a whole. What topics should I consider when counselling them? Any other suggestions or help will be highly appreciated.
Make sure you are a living example of what true Christianity is. Act out God’s love for them so that they can see what you want them to see… Christ in you. Be open and honest about your beliefs, but don’t make them feel like you are pushing it onto them. Just love them, love them, love them.
Maybe you could have a Q&A time and tell them that since Christianity is so controversial, you want to give them the chance to ask the questions that are on their mind about it. That could be a great way to start some conversations. Just be sure you are prepared to answer the tough questions and have a Bible on hand! Make sure that the gospel message is central, and at the end make sure it’s what you always go back to. If they have any physical needs (clothes, better food, help with homework, whatever), meet those needs. That is a very biblical principle.
You can’t really "indoctrinate" or "mold" anyone. The best you can do is share God’s love with them. Tell them the message, and let the Spirit do the rest. The choice is ultimately theirs, and if you respect their individuality in this way, they will probably appreciate it. The Bible says His Word never goes out without accomplishing the purpose it was sent out to do. Use biblical principles in your speech every chance you get.
More than anything, pray. I’ll pray for you. God will give you the direction you need as long as you earnestly seek Him. Be a lover of His heart. Go after Him with everything in you. He will give you what you need in the moment you need it. Trust Him and believe that He is capable of miracles!
4 Responses to “How can I change and mould the character of boys in a hostile Christian community?”
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September 29th, 2009 at 1:25 am
Start at the centre with the gospel message because it’s only when they understand that that the rest will make sense. I hope God blesses you for doing what you’re doing also.
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September 29th, 2009 at 1:34 am
baseball bat it always works and then pray for them
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September 29th, 2009 at 2:06 am
Start by earning their respect (the first step is to respect them), once you have achieved that the boys will bring you their worries and problems and you can explain your point of view to them. These kind of boys rarely like to be told what to do but they will listen if someone caresenough to explain.
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September 29th, 2009 at 2:20 am
Make sure you are a living example of what true Christianity is. Act out God’s love for them so that they can see what you want them to see… Christ in you. Be open and honest about your beliefs, but don’t make them feel like you are pushing it onto them. Just love them, love them, love them.
Maybe you could have a Q&A time and tell them that since Christianity is so controversial, you want to give them the chance to ask the questions that are on their mind about it. That could be a great way to start some conversations. Just be sure you are prepared to answer the tough questions and have a Bible on hand! Make sure that the gospel message is central, and at the end make sure it’s what you always go back to. If they have any physical needs (clothes, better food, help with homework, whatever), meet those needs. That is a very biblical principle.
You can’t really "indoctrinate" or "mold" anyone. The best you can do is share God’s love with them. Tell them the message, and let the Spirit do the rest. The choice is ultimately theirs, and if you respect their individuality in this way, they will probably appreciate it. The Bible says His Word never goes out without accomplishing the purpose it was sent out to do. Use biblical principles in your speech every chance you get.
More than anything, pray. I’ll pray for you. God will give you the direction you need as long as you earnestly seek Him. Be a lover of His heart. Go after Him with everything in you. He will give you what you need in the moment you need it. Trust Him and believe that He is capable of miracles!
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