How do you fight against teenage rebellion? Sometimes we need to shock them with an act of grace.

Giving Grace When It’s Least Expected

It’s very easy for us to get into a perfectionistic mode with our kids in certain areas of life and parenting. As Christian parents sometimes legalism is the result. This is a great formula for teen rebellions. But here’s some radical advice:

Advice On Radical Grace for Your Teen

Be in prayer for God’s perfect will and timing on this. When your child least expects it, and least deserves it. When Junior has totally blown it. Try blessing your child with an act of grace that nobody could have ever expected.

If you’re in communion with God about this, you’ll know the proper time and place. But this radical act of grace will emulate Christ’s love on the cross and throw Junior a welcomed curveball; bonding the two of you like never before.

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