Benevolence vs. Selfishness
Definition: Giving to others’ basic needs without having as my motive personal reward
I WILL…..
* See the needs of others as quickly as I see my own
* Give freely without expecting anything in return
* Not hoard things for myself
* Not profit from the misfortune of others
* Give more as I get more
Week One Activities
(working on ~ seeing the needs of other as quickly as I see my own)
* Encourage the family to help in any way ~ even if it seems small, even if you’re busy doing something else
* Help can be inside or outside the home
* Make a list of things the kiddos can help do around the house ~ teach that their help, benefits themselves and helps mom and dad.
Week Two Activities
(working on ~ giving freely without expecting anything in return)
* Tithing, sharing, gift giving are all wonderful ways to encourage this “I will”
Week Three Activities
(working on ~ not hoarding things for myself)
* Encourage sharing throughout the family ~ toys, cookies, time alone with parents and friends, etc.
Week Four Activities
(working on ~ not profiting from the misfortune of others)
* Teaching empathy when some thing doesn’t work out for others, someone gets hurt even if they did wrong, etc.
Week Five Activities
(working on ~ giving more as I get more)
* Tithing is a wonderful way to teach this week’s “I Will”. As is sharing food, clothes, etc.
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Pamela
September 27, 2012 at 9:51 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Excellent plan. I love reading of young mothers teaching character to their children. Your children are blessed.
Barbara Isaac
September 27, 2012 at 6:48 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Simple, real and do-able plan; I love it!
simplyhelpinghim
September 27, 2012 at 6:56 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
🙂 Simple works best! 🙂 Blessings!
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