#1195: Up a River Without a Paddle

Boys love action and adventure. That’s why paddling a canoe across a lake or along a river is a time-tested way to exercise their minds and bodies. But have you ever heard the phrase “Up a creek without a paddle”? It refers to being in a difficult or dangerous situation where you can’t get yourself out of the problem or predicament.As your son grows up, don’t let him be stranded “Up a creek without a paddle.” Trials and challenges will try to sink his boat. Turbulent waters will try to knock him off course. But by teaching your son how to manage stress, learn new life skills, and seek God’s guidance, you’ll prepare him to navigate choppy waters to reach the shore of success. For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.