The greatest hindrance of kids living godly lives is also the saddest...the parents. I came across a note from about nine years ago that had names of kids attending church. Only about 20% were still attending church. Unfortunately, I knew enough about the parents to know that it was due to their lifestyle. It's funny how parents want their kids to be good kids, stay out of trouble and what-not. And most parents don't mind the good things that most churches have to offer, even if it includes God. So, I'm going to limit this to perhaps the top two ways parents are hindering their kids from living godly lives. #1 Kids can't drive. Parents you get them to soccer practice and everything else this world has to offer. Get them to church. And don't punish them by not letting them go to church. That is stupid! (my blog, i can say stupid) #2 Monkey see, monkey do. More is caught than taught. If living a godly life is low priority for you, what do you think junior is going to be like? Kids are not stupid! Parents: don't be the one that hinders your child from having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Don't be the stumblingblock. Take 'em and live it!
Jesus has a little bit to say about hindering children from coming to him. You might want to read it. See Matthew 18:6
