Kids, Jesus. Jesus, the kids. Y'all go play.

What is the proper way to go about instilling Christ in kids? Just from observation, it would seem that the calling of parents is to mold their kids into something- some understanding that guardians or parents or some other authorities suppose is the image of Christ. I guess this is consistent with the whole "train them up in the way they should go" ideology and all that. But what if we're wrong? Or what if this model we have created them is not compatible with what Christ intended even if it is consistent with presumed rules and standards? Or what if it restricts them from a more effective pursuit or path of service simply because of the culture or spin in which this model was created?

Are we the interpreter in the equation? Do we intercede in every detail of every conversation?

Are we the moderator? Do we keep them on track just in case the conversation between our kids and Jesus gets off what we perceive to be the appropriate track?

Are we the matchmaker? Do we introduce them to each other, point out the attributes of the one to the other and them let them get to know each other, being available support but offering no edicts?

Just asking...