Lessons form The Little House

Recently my children and I have enjoyed watching re-runs of Little House on the Prairie, a show I missed out on as a child but I loved reading the books. My younger ones lose interest pretty quickly but RJ and Jakob really love it. I wish there were still shows on TV worth watching as much as this one is (however I must admit I enjoy watching some shows I know are not worth my time) My favorite thing about the show is the portrayal of the family the way God intended and it makes me long for this family structure not only on TV but in every household. The marriage is strong, the father is the head of the family, the children are obedient and hard working, but most importantly the family is centered and founded in God, faith, and the Bible.

As much as I love the Ingalls and now the Wilders I have to admit that we have learned the most form the Oelson's. Yes I have made it a requirement for my children to answer me with a yes ma'am and I am working on their respect for all adults; we are all learning much stronger lessons from the Oelsons. These are the what not to do lessons. My children get very upset at the way Mrs. Oelson treats her husband so I have begun to become very aware of how I treat and respond to my husband. I have been learning to respect him more even when I don't feel like it, because it is important for me to follow God's Word and it is equally important for my kids to see me following God's Word. My children are learning why they don't get everything they want, why they get punished and why they treat people in a kind loving respectful way. Noone wants to be a Nellie or a Nancy Oelson!

It is refreshing to see such great programing was at one time allowed on TV with a real reverence for the Lord and His Teachings, but I pray for this kind of family to become the norm throught America and the world!