I came across a verse and I hoped to share it with you today. I hope you take the time to read this. If not read the Bottom section. Hope this helps guide someone out there that may be struggling in this area. I have talked to people over the years, Christian and non-Christian Parents who say, “There is no book that teaches you how to be a parent. I did the best I could.” To all the parents or parents to be, who didnt think there was a book for raising children I assure you there is. It is called The Bible. It teaches us how to live. It teaches us to honor, respect and love one another. Many people turn it into a bible thumping session trying to change the world, when really it is about using it to instruct, direct and change our lives and be the vessel of God we are meant to be. This way, we can have a greater influence in the world. The bible teaches us: Matthew 22:37 (NLT) We must love God with all of our heart, mind and soul. Matthew 22:39 (NLT) To treat others the way we want to be treated. Jesus said “Love your neighbor as yourself. Every other commandment is based off these two principles.” I would like to say become familiar with it and apply what it teaches. Use it in raising your children and making your future happy. If we suffer it is because of our poor choices and the continuance of doing things our own way. Ephesians 6: 1-4 (NLT) Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. “Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.” Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord. As parents or parents to be, you should read this. Know it as you step into the parent’s role, not just “Fathers” as it says. It should say parents don’t agitate your children. It is like that fine print we can barely read. Your actions are the reason they learn disrespect. Teach them to be respectful to others by giving them respect. Teach them respect by respecting yourself. Be the example by showing respect to others. Show them respect by being respectful to your parents so they will respect and honor you. Remember your actions today establishes the actions for your children to take tomorrow. You are an influence to them you may not even realize you are. Take the time to look at what your actions are telling them today. Read the bible and follow what it teaches. Be the example you want your children to be. If you don’t think you can, then change the way you think to start the real healing process. Proverbs 13:24 (NLT) Those who spare the rod of discipline hate their children. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. Discipline them and correct them in order to teach them respect. Discipline does not mean you have to get angry to get your point across nor does it mean you need to beat or abuse. It just means to correct and teach. Too many times we do not take the time to explain to our children the reasons why, because we never had the reason why explained to us, because our parents never explained the reason why. So we tend to follow the example of not teaching and getting mad. We make that goal not to be like our parents. Problem is you know no better so you resort to what you do know or resort to the opposite which is just as bad. This continues for generations. You have a choice to make in life if you truly want them to take the right path in order to break the habit. Live according to the word and be the example for your children by obeying God, giving love, respect, and honor to yourself and others. If you disrespect others you’re only showing how much respect you have for yourself. Don’t forget what you are teaching your children. Andy Stanley posed a great question during a sermon of his called “Ask It”. It is a question that only you can answer for yourself during the time you are faced with a situation. I am sure it will enlighten you and help you raise your children in godly way. It will even help you change the course of life and your decision making process if you decide to use it. I challenge you to apply this question the next time you are faced with a situation and reflect on it. What is the wise thing for me to do? In light of my past experiences, what is the wise thing for me to do? In light of my current circumstance, what is the wise thing for me to do? In light of my future, hopes and dreams, what is the wise thing for me to do?
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 06:23:48 +0000
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