My son had a joint birthday party yesterday with his cousin. There were many friends and family there. Due to it being a joint party, I was not familiar with all of the guests. There was one little girl there who is my sons age and they were playing together. They seemed to be having a good time.
My ears perked up when I heard the word “heaven” come out of her mouth. I turn my attention to their conversation just in time to hear her say, “Heaven is not real. Angels are not real.” My son responded with, “Yes they are,” and went along playing.
It is a proud moment in a parent’s life to know your child will stand up for God. I was a little surprised my son corrected her, as he tends to be a follower.
As the party was winding down, the little girl’s parent asked me for our phone number to set up a play date. Not wanting to be rude I gave it to them.
Here is where I need advice. Do you allow your child to hang out with an unbelieving family? My son is only 6 years old. I have never left him at a friend’s house. That might sound overprotective, but I can’t get out of my head that all it takes is two seconds to change a child’s life for good. For them to be hurt or taken advantage of, see something inappropriate, to learn a new swear etc. I do not know the family at all. So what is a parent to do?
I would really love some advice on this one.
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