Last Sunday the topic for the morning service was "Will the family make it?" The answer is a firm yes. Of course the strength needed to make the family strong is in none other source than God our Father who has given us His word coupled with the Holy Spirit who helps us make the application that will work. Into this scenario God has caused a unique order to be placed. I call it "parents" and "children." Children learn more from what they see and experience than what they are taught. There are many examples in God's word that are for our learning. Noah was in a spiritually destitute time when God caused him to make an Ark. He and his family were the only persons alive who were saved from destruction. Noah influenced his family.
Abraham and Sarah inluenced Isaac who carried on the line of faith.
Jochebed - the mother of Moses - influenced her son who later came and lead the children of Israel out of Egyptian bondage.
Timothy, a young man who worked with Paul was influenced by his Grandmother Lois and mother Eunice who instilled faith in him that stood the test of ministry .
Phillip the evangelist had four daughters who were strong in faith who also prophesied.
Mary and Joseph set the example for our Lord and Savior. In this setting Jesus was said to have increased in wisdom, stature and grew in favor with God and man.
We have these great examples and more from scripture. Take heart. You have these examples to encourage you in your life and hope for your children that they will be godly examples to their generation.
Stop and pray for God's help. He will hear you and help you.
Walter Rose
Pastor
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