Teaching my 7yo about generosity
Got him a little chore chart so he can earn some money and we've been talking about giving to others. Last Sunday he wanted to put half his allowance in the offering without me ask
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Christian faith for fathers. Leading by example, prayer life, raising godly kids, walking the walk at home.
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Got him a little chore chart so he can earn some money and we've been talking about giving to others. Last Sunday he wanted to put half his allowance in the offering without me ask
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