“Coming to Him as a living stone, rejected indeed by men, but chosen by God and precious, you also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.”~1 Peter 2:4-5
Do you enjoy watching your children grow? Watching them eat, play and even grow out of their clothes and begin to wear the next size? I have five kiddos and even though feeding them and taking inventory of what doesn’t fit anymore is a lot of work, I love seeing them grow, especially in their spiritual growth. It warms my mama’s heart when they understand biblical truths and ask questions. It was a huge honor to celebrate their acceptance of Jesus into their hearts and to see them baptized!
Continuing to nurture their walk every day is a joyful challenge: layers of biblical truths need to be laid in your child’s heart to build up a strong foundation, Bible stories at bedtime, devotions in the morning, prayers before meals, praise music playing in your home and your car, wholesome television shows and movies, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Youth Group, retreats, summer camps, and fellowship with like-minded believers are all vital for your child’s spiritual growth.
The most outstanding example is for them to watch you and your husband live out your faith. Children that see their parents remove themselves to pray and read their Bibles will want to imitate their actions. By showing your children faith in action, you will solidify the importance and commitment needed to persevere and prosper in our walk with God. Sister, your kids are watching and cataloging your words and actions! Sometimes their actions won’t match what the Bible says they should, and then you will have the amazing opportunity to humble yourself and explain the need for repentance and forgiveness. It is essential to show our kids that when we serve God, sometimes we will miss the mark and need God’s grace too.
As parents, we have a massive task to represent well and direct the little hearts placed in our care toward Jesus. Did you know that there isn’t anything good in us because of our flesh and that Christ in us even allows us to speak the things of God? Without the Holy Spirit’s help, our efforts are in vain. Let that sink in, sweet mom. We NEED to be praying moms and moms who read God’s Word to teach our children the ways of God. Thankfully the Holy Spirit speaks through us when we ask Him and helps us to minister Jesus’ love.
Enjoying your children’s growth into responsible, God-fearing adults should be at the top of our list of achievements as a mother. Sister, surround yourself with godly friends who pray for you in this lifelong endeavor and exemplify a heart for Jesus to your family. I encourage you as I labor alongside you- to build up living stones in your spiritual houses!
With love,
Rae-Ellen Sanders and the Help Club For Moms Team
In her lifetime, she traveled the world exercising gifts of hospitality and a passion for missions. She now lives in the beautiful state of Colorado with her beloved husband Brian & busy crew.
She loves to be creative with cooking and meets friends for coffee. Rae-Ellen says,"My sweetest coffee dates are with Jesus!"
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