Every child has some concept of self.
We want this concept to be as close to God's concept of them as possible. Parents have been given the task of mirroring God's view to the children that God has entrusted to their care. Parents are the looking glass to a child to let him know who he really is. Having a proper self-concept is essential for a healthy relationship with God and with others. Our children are deeply flawed, but highly prized by God.