Nurturing Purpose in Your Child
Scripture
Jeremiah 1:5 AMPC
Before I formed you in the womb I knew [and] approved of you [as My chosen instrument], and before you were born I separated and set you apart, consecrating you; [and] I appointed you as a prophet to the nations. [Exod. 33:12; Isa. 49:1, 5; Rom. 8:29.]
As parents, it's easy to wish for our children to seamlessly fit in and follow the crowd. Yet, raising children with purpose means encouraging them to embrace who God uniquely designed them to be, even when it feels challenging.
🌟🌟 This morning, I reflected on why God made me to be so intentional and driven—always striving for better and refusing to settle until things improve for His glory. I thought, how much simpler life would be if I just conformed, but that's not who I am. He created me as a catalyst, someone who initiates change. As parents, this same truth can guide how we nurture our children, encouraging them to step confidently into their calling.
🌼When your child asks, “Why am I different?” remind them that God designed them with a specific purpose. Just like David couldn’t wear Saul’s armor to face Goliath (1 Samuel 17), your child cannot fulfill their God-given mission while trying to imitate someone else. They were made to shine in their own way, with their own tools, for His glory.
🌼Encourage your child to walk in their own gear and embrace their individuality. Let them know they don’t have to wear “Saul’s attire” or fit into anyone else's mold. Help them see that their uniqueness is a gift—a sign of God’s intentional design.
🌼Let’s inspire our children to boldly live out their purpose and trust in the journey that God has planned for them. 🌼You have the privilege of being their guide as they discover: 🌠They are them, and I am me!
Prayer
Lord, thank You for the gift of children. Thank You because Lord You do great and mighty works through our children. Indeed Your purpose for them is more than we can imagine. Help us not to limit them or make them conform to the culture but help them to shine and fulfill the purpose that You created them for. Bless them as they arise and shine in their generation.
In Jesus name, amen.
Shalom ☕🌼
