Why Christian Kids Rebel

Oct 6–7, 2008 - comment

Today our special guest is Dr. Tim Kimmel, director of Family Matters, a non-profit ministry whose goal is to build strong families for every stage and phase of life. He is the author of many books on the family, including Why Christian Kids Rebel: Trading Heartache for Hope. He joins us today to help us gain an understanding of this frightening phenomenon that plagues the Christian community—the rebellion of our precious children.

Dr. Kimmel says,

“Rebellious Christian kids often share many similarities. They are blocking God out of their lives, parents annoy them, and family life ticks them off. They are capable of being stubborn, obstinate, argumentative, aloof, and moody. . . And proud of it. They often seem embarrassed by your outward commitment to God and disinterested in your spiritual advice. They are no longer fans of church and Sunday School . . . Truly rebellious kids push away family affection.” (pg. 3)

topic(s): Family, Parenting

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