Checklist for Parents

A series of 25 questions designed to help parents examine themselves in light of God’s Word. Organized under 6 areas of responsibility (love, prayer, instruction, protection, provision, and example), each question is followed by Scripture verses which explain what God requires of us as parents.

Be brave! Use this checklist to help you:
• Evaluate your obedience to God’s instructions for parents
• Pinpoint areas of weakness, sin, negligence, or laziness, with the intention of growing toward greater maturity.
• Memorize Scripture that will equip you for your job as parent.
• Discuss your relationship with your children.
• Explain your responsibility to your children.
• Pray for direction in your role as parent.
• Prepare your teenagers for their future job as parents.

Sample question: "Did I, with my words and actions, train my child to obey God’s law and His delegated authorities, or did I, by my neglect or laziness, allow him to develop habits of disobedience?"