The document discusses the importance of parenting and being a role model for children. It states that being a parent is one of the most important relationships and will last a lifetime, so parents must be effective role models. It provides keys to being a good role model, such as developing a close relationship with children through love and respect, modeling good behaviors, and engaging in healthy habits that children will emulate. Overall the document stresses that children learn from watching their parents, so parents should intentionally model positive behaviors and traits.

1. MENTORING AND
MODELLING THE KIND
OF PERSONALITY YOU
WANT YOUR CHILD
TO BECOME
DR ABDUL KOKORI

2. Genesis 18:19(KJV) 19 For I know him,
that he will command his children and
his household after him, and they
shall keep the way of the LORD, to do
justice and judgment; that the LORD
may bring upon Abraham that which
he hath spoken of him.
Being a parent is one of the most important and enduring relationships which
begin with the birth/adoption of a child… Friends, income, jobs, etc. may come
and go, but your responsibility as a parent will last as long as you live! Your
effectiveness (or otherwise as a parent) is much more far reaching than many
think it is!

3. God said Abraham had to his children – TO
TRAIN Yes, I’ve settled on him as the one to
train his children and future family to observe
G OD ’s way of life, live kindly and generously
and fairly, so that G OD can complete in
Abraham what he promised him.” Question: –
What does it mean to train? –Is training same
as teaching?
A role model generally means a person who serves as an example, whose
behavior and or character is emulated A role model serves as an example of
the values, attitudes, and behaviors associated with a role

4. What are the keys to
being an
effective/positive
parental role model?
1: Develop a healthy/close relationship with your children –In an healthy
relationship, children willingly accepts the parent’s influence and responds
positively –If your child is obedient to you out of fear, when you are not there
they will do otherwise! –Your child’s obedience should flow out of love,
respect and admiration for you as a result of the way to relate with them

5. Genesis 18:19(KJV) 19 For I know him,
that he will command his children and
his household after him, and they
shall keep the way of the LORD, to do
justice and judgment; that the LORD
may bring upon Abraham that which
he hath spoken of him.
Being a parent is one of the most important and enduring relationships which
begin with the birth/adoption of a child… Friends, income, jobs, etc. may come
and go, but your responsibility as a parent will last as long as you live! Your
effectiveness (or otherwise as a parent) is much more far reaching than many
think it is!

6. Genesis 18:19(KJV) 19 For I know him,
that he will command his children and
his household after him, and they
shall keep the way of the LORD, to do
justice and judgment; that the LORD
may bring upon Abraham that which
he hath spoken of him.
Being a parent is one of the most important and enduring relationships which
begin with the birth/adoption of a child… Friends, income, jobs, etc. may come
and go, but your responsibility as a parent will last as long as you live! Your
effectiveness (or otherwise as a parent) is much more far reaching than many
think it is!

7. Genesis 18:19(KJV) 19 For I know him,
that he will command his children and
his household after him, and they
shall keep the way of the LORD, to do
justice and judgment; that the LORD
may bring upon Abraham that which
he hath spoken of him.
Being a parent is one of the most important and enduring relationships which
begin with the birth/adoption of a child… Friends, income, jobs, etc. may come
and go, but your responsibility as a parent will last as long as you live! Your
effectiveness (or otherwise as a parent) is much more far reaching than many
think it is!

8. You can teach them
how to grow and
flourish through
your own behavior
such as:
• Healthy lifestyle
habits
• Resolving conflicts
• Being a loyal friend

9. Let’s discuss some
ways you can
become a good role
model for your
child.

10. Model the
behavior you
want to see in
your child

11. In general, your
child pays attention
to everything you
say and do.

12. Understanding
how easily
influenced they are
can help you to be
intentional in your
actions.

13. Be dependable

14. Eventually, your
child will grow up
and need to learn
how to
be dependable for
other people.

15. A child who grows
up with dependable
parents is
dependable
themselves in
adulthood.

16. Engage in
healthy habits
and a healthy
lifestyle

17. Moreover, the
children often
mimic the habits
and lifestyles of
their parents.

18. Interesting, right?
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