Biblical Insight, Spiritual Implications, and How Christian Parents Should Respond
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)
INTRODUCTION: WORDS ARE NEVER NEUTRAL
Children today are growing up in a culture where words trend faster than values. Phrases like “67,” “on God,” “say less,” “dead,” “opps,” “slaps,” and many others are casually spoken—often without understanding their origins, implications, or spiritual weight.
For a Christian parent committed to raising children in the way of the Lord, this is not a harmless issue.
The Bible teaches us that words shape identity, direction, and destiny.
“For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” — Matthew 12:37 (KJV)
WHAT DOES “67” MEAN AND WHY SHOULD PARENTS BE CONCERNED?
“67” is a street-coded phrase, especially in some UK contexts, associated with:
Gang identity
Violence culture
Opposition (“opps”)
Loyalty to street credibility rather than godly values
Many children repeat it:
As slang As a joke As imitation To feel accepted
But imitation without discernment is dangerous.
“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. — Hosea 4:6 (KJV)
When children speak language rooted in rebellion, violence, or ungodly systems, even casually, it:
Normalises ungodly identity
Desensitises conscience
Opens doors to peer pressure
Weakens spiritual sensitivity
THE BIBLICAL PROBLEM IS NOT JUST THE WORD — IT IS THE SPIRIT BEHIND IT
Scripture teaches that words carry spiritual force.
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” — Proverbs 18:21 (KJV)
Many modern slangs:
Celebrate defiance
Mock authority
Glorify dominance or disrespect
Carry undertones of violence or pride
As Christian parents, we must remember:
“What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?” — 2 Corinthians 6:14 (KJV)
GOD’S STANDARD FOR SPEECH IN A CHRISTIAN HOME
The Bible gives clear instructions concerning speech:
1. Speech Must Be Edifying
“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying.” — Ephesians 4:29 (KJV)
If a word:
Does not build Does not honour God Does not align with Christ…it does not belong in a believer’s vocabulary.
2. Children Learn Speech From Atmosphere
“Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.” — Luke 6:45 (KJV)
Children absorb:
Music Conversations at home Social media tone Parental responses
Correction starts with environment, not punishment.
HOW CHRISTIAN PARENTS SHOULD CURB THIS BIBLICALLY
1. Teach Discernment, Not Just Rules
Do not only say, “Don’t say that.”
Explain:
Where the word comes from What it represents Why it contradicts godly values
“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom.” — Proverbs 4:7 (KJV)
2. Model Kingdom Speech at Home
Children imitate what they hear more than what they’re told.
“Be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation.” — 1 Timothy 4:12 (KJV)
If parents speak with grace, honour, and restraint—children will follow.
3. Set Loving but Firm Boundaries
Godly parenting includes correction.
“Chasten thy son while there is hope.” — Proverbs 19:18 (KJV)
Correction should be:
Calm Scriptural Consistent Loving
4. Replace, Don’t Just Remove
Offer alternatives:
God-honouring expressions Positive affirmations Scripture-based language
“Put off… the old man… and put on the new man — Ephesians 4:22–24 (KJV)
5. Cover Your Children in Prayer
Ultimately, transformation is spiritual.
“I will pour my Spirit upon thy seed.” — Isaiah 44:3 (KJV)
Pray daily for:
Guarded mouths Discernment Holy friendships Kingdom identity
THE GOAL: RAISING CHILDREN WHO SOUND LIKE HEAVEN
God is not raising children who merely “avoid trouble.”
He is raising light bearers, kingdom representatives, and voices of truth.
“Let your light so shine before men.” — Matthew 5:16 (KJV)
What our children say matters—because what they say reveals who they are becoming.
FINAL EXHORTATION TO PARENTS
Do not ignore “small words.”
Do not excuse “common slang.”
Do not delay correction.
Language is a seed, and seeds grow.
Raise your children to:
Speak life Speak wisdom Speak Christ
And they will walk in the way of the Lord.
📌 Culled from Biblical principles on godly parenting, Christian discipleship, and scriptural instruction concerning speech and character formation.
The Message Bearer (SmilingPreacher), Cornelius Bella
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