#746: Quit or Keep Going

What should you do if your son wants to quit? Sam asked his dad if he could quit playing the cello. Sam’s dad was surprised since Sam had always loved playing, but was discouraged because none of his friends shared that passion. Instead of allowing him to quit, Sam’s dad encouraged him to keep playing, and he helped his son find some local music groups to play in. Years later, as Sam accepted a music scholarship to a university, he turned to his dad. “Thank you for not letting me give up.” Extracurriculars are something you’ll have to prayerfully consider as a parent. But if your son wants to quit something you know he usually enjoys, try helping him find a new side to his existing hobby. You’ll never regret encouraging him to persevere. For ideas for raising your son to be a godly man,  visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.