Be the Pride of your Children
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“Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it” (Proverbs 22:6, NLT).
Billy Graham embodies a prolific life as an evangelist, speaker and author. God has used him in powerful ways, and through him God has brought thousands of people to faith. It’s estimated that he has preached to more people around the world than any other preacher in history.
He is also a husband and a father. The privilege and responsibility of leading the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association he founded has been passed on to his son, Franklin Graham. And Billy Graham’s influence doesn’t end there. Franklin Graham’s son Will (Billy Graham’s grandson) is also involved in the organization, leading evangelistic events. The Graham family is a testament to how fervent biblical faith lived out daily can impact generations.
“Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged; parents are the pride of their children” (Proverbs 17:6, NLT).
You may be thinking, “Well, that’s wonderful, but I’m sure not Billy Graham!” But don’t be discouraged! You don’t have to be in order to still have a profound influence on your children’s lives.
Last week I was speaking with one of the elders at my church, and as she spoke about her family she mentioned her daughter’s name. I interjected, asking her what grade her daughter is in. It turns out that her daughter is one of the teens in the Grade 11 Sunday school class I teach. This lady’s daughter is one of the leaders in the class of over a dozen students. She is one of the few willing to ask questions, suggest answers, and encourage others.
The attitude and example of her mother has no doubt influenced her daughter. Her mother is not a fiery evangelist, superb speaker, or brilliant exegete. Rather, she is a quiet example of steadfast faith.
You don’t need to be Billy Graham to make a profound difference in your child’s life. Your holy duty and privilege is to “bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4) and “direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.” (Proverbs 22:6, NLT) Under your own strength that may seem impossible, so lean heavily on the Lord, for “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
Questions: Are you setting an example for your family to follow that will be honoring to the Lord?
About this Author Darren Hewer
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This article open my eyes and waken me that I need to bring up my children in God’s way. Thanks God
Hi, I’m Janet. I was a drug addict for many years while my children were little. I have been clean and sober and living with Gods strength everyday. Its amazing the changes in my life that are affecting others. My youngest daughter is making wise decisions in her teenage years. My older kids see the battles that I am facing and going through. They were sure I’d have lost it by now and went back to dope. I tell them all the time that my relationship with God is so Important to me that dope isn’t an issue. THe fact that I can put away the shame of my past, that I can hold on everyday to Gods unchanging hand has made my older children who have relatives that claim to be Christian but are “holier than thou” and the kids wont have anything to do with them. But my kids will now thank God for the good things in their lives and go to Him or ask me to go to Him for them because of the things I do and how I live–Not because of what I say. So being that example is so important even if like me you feel like you have lost your chance to affect your kids life, All things are possible through Christ who strenthens me!!! I am living proof!!
Today is my 80th birthday–and this devotional is still a challenge! Thank you.