Proverbs 12:22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord but those who deal truly are his delight.
I know it might be a little harsh for a 5 yr old to memorize but lying and sin is harsh especially if you continue to do it.
Ava lied to me on Sunday. We had really nipped that in the bud about her lying, her understanding what a lie is and why it is wrong and ugly. I also think it has alot to do with age, as they grow they learn and understand things better but she just lied to me again about an hour ago. The lie was that she told me that she had taken a nap when I KNOW she did not. I asked the third time if she had taken one and this was her last time to tell me the truth and she said she did not. I made her recite her verse that she memorized on Sunday to me right then and there and told her to lay down for her nap.
I told the girls I would take them to the park today but I told Ava that if we did go she would not be playing just her sisters- I know that might seem harsh too, but she has to learn.
So, what were the consequences for you as a child for lying or what are or have been the consequences for your own children lying to you?
we usually administer some pain:-) and also have a serious convo. about it. Thankfully (so far), neither of them are overly prone to lying...just exaggerating. But I know they get that one from me! There really isn't much that would be "too harsh", as far as taking away a privilege, which the park def. is, so hopefully you got through to her! Now, if you took away all her park-plays for a month, then I might think you were too harsh:-), as it stands, I think you're just being a good mommy and training little hearts in righteousness!
ReplyDeleteOkay, good. haha! I had another talk with her today after she woke up from her REAL nap and she said she was not going to lie again, she promise. I think he learned her lesson for today anyway. ! ;)
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