The Session: Out-of-the-box ways to connect as a family

Connecting With Your Family. Taken From Five Out-Of-The-Box Ways To Connect As A Family By All Pro Dads And Proverbs 31Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord; and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words which I command you today shall be on your heart; you shall teach them diligently to your children…And you shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.Schedule your time togetherThe best way to ensure a family stays connected is to plan it on the calendar before scheduling any other commitments.Put away technologyThe distraction of technology can be an issue for both parents and kids, so have a designated spot for all devices when it’s time for family fun.  This removes the temptation to check e-mail or Facebook during your special time together, and shifts the focus to real life interaction (which seems to be a lost art!) Make A Family PlaylistThis teaches honoring to our childrenShovel a driveway, or mow a yard for someone elderly or disabledThis is a great experience for children.  It teaches service to others, and loving others as yourself. Schedule a children’s no rules nightThis has the potential as long as it safe to be a lot of fun and empowering to children. Connect in prayer and Bible studyThis will be very important. It has the potential for success if prayer and Bible study is relevant to what’s happening in the children’s world. Do a ministry or service project Like the mowing or snow shoveling, this is a great opportunity to help our children. Focus on others and they’re calling before God.https://www.allprodad.com/5-out-box-family-connection-ideas/  To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at [email protected], or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com