Loving a Son God's Way: Tips from Granny

Are you aware that God has given you the responsibility to love, train, correct, and raise your son in a godly way? Your child should not only resemble you physically, but also spiritually. The love, guidance, and correction you provide should reflect the love of God back into your family.

In this article, you’ll gain insight into:

• The love of God the Father for His Son

• The importance of parental training and correction

• Biblical examples of raising and guiding sons

• Practical encouragement for parents today

God, the Father’s Love

God loved us so much that He gave His only begotten Son to die for our sins. Jesus suffered for all mankind so we could inherit eternal life. Through His death and resurrection, Christ brought many sons and daughters into God’s family.

As our heavenly Father, God loves us, teaches us, and corrects us. His discipline is part of His love, and He calls earthly parents to do the same with the children He has entrusted to them.

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

A Parent’s Search: Mary and Joseph

Luke 2:42–51 tells the story of Mary and Joseph searching anxiously for twelve-year-old Jesus. They found Him in the temple, sitting with the teachers, asking questions, and listening. Mary corrected Him, but He gently reminded her, “Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?”

This passage reminds us that children are still under parental guidance, even as they begin to mature and take responsibility. Jesus went home with His parents and was subject to them, showing obedience. This example teaches us that correction should come with love, and that training a son also means guiding him toward God’s purposes.

A Mother’s Concern: Bathsheba and Solomon

Bathsheba loved her son Solomon dearly and reminded King David of his promise to make Solomon king. She was concerned for his future, just as parents today should be concerned for their children’s direction. David also trained Solomon with godly wisdom, reminding him that if he followed God, he would be blessed.

When Solomon became king, he asked God for wisdom and understanding to lead the people. His example shows that when children are taught to seek God first, they will find the help and direction they need.

A child engaged in reading the Bible

The Necessity of Correction

Correction is not a sign of hatred but of love. Proverbs 13:24 teaches, “He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.” It is never easy for parents to correct their children, but it is necessary. Without discipline, children may grow into shame and rebellion.

Even God disciplines His children:

“For whom the Lord loves He chastens, and scourges every son whom He receives.” (Hebrews 12:6)

Parental correction, like God’s correction, shapes character, prevents destruction, and produces righteousness.

Loving Your Son with Wisdom

Having sons is a profound blessing, yet it also bears the weight of great responsibility. Children learn by example, and parents must be role models of patience, self-control, and godliness.

Fathers are called especially to nurture without provoking:

“And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord.” (Ephesians 6:4)

Encourage your son, praise him when he does right, and lovingly guide him when he strays. Correction should never come in anger but in wisdom, with clear explanation and assurance of love.

God’s Example for Parents

God reminds us in Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Parents, love your sons God’s way by showing care, providing discipline, guiding with wisdom, and keeping your eyes fixed on their future. Do not honor them above God, as Eli did with his sons (1 Samuel 2:22–25), but raise them in the fear of the Lord.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, I pray for every parent reading this. Teach them how and when to discipline their children. Help their sons receive correction with humility, knowing it comes from love. May fathers and mothers be godly examples, so their sons resemble them not only physically but spiritually. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Takeaway: To love your son God’s way means to guide him with love, correction, and wisdom, just as your heavenly Father does with you.