Parenting Nuggets: Nurturing Faithful Generations
Scripture:Romans 5:1 (AMPC)
"Therefore, since we are justified (acquitted, declared righteous, and given a right standing with God) through faith, let us grasp the fact that we have the peace of reconciliation to hold and enjoy peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One)."
"Imagine if we started raising generations of children who stood uncompromisingly on the Word of God, knew how to defend the Christian faith, could answer the skeptical questions of this age, and had a fervor to share the gospel from the authority of God’s Word with whomever they met! This could change the world." — Ken Ham
How 
1. Family Devotions: Regularly engage in family devotions where you read and discuss Scripture together. Encourage questions and open dialogue about faith.
2. Model Faith:Be intentional about living out your faith in front of your children. Let them see how your relationship with God impacts your daily life.
3. Serve Together: Find opportunities to serve others as a family. Whether it's volunteering at a local shelter, participating in a community cleanup, or helping a neighbor, serving together fosters a servant heart. Servant leadership starts at home!
4. Pray Together:Set aside time for family prayer. Pray for each other, for specific needs, and for the world. Teach your children that prayer is powerful and essential. I get amazed at the prayer requests that are brought home sometimes. Praying with them helps them to know that there is a place that we can take whatever is burdening us, at the feet of Jesus.
5. Discuss Worldview: Equip your children with a biblical worldview. Discuss current events, cultural issues, and ethical dilemmas from a Christian perspective. Help them think critically and compassionately. Let them have a safe space to bounce off ideas and share what they may be picking around them.
6. Encourage Questions: Create an environment where your children feel comfortable asking questions about faith. Be patient and provide thoughtful answers, even if you don't have all the answers. Questions help us to understand their view, and it better prepares us on what we may need to focus on.
Prayer:
"Lord, thank You once again for the gift of our children. We recognize that they are a reward from You. As parents, help us to be deliberate in teaching them Your ways. May our homes be places of discipleship, where we equip our children to face the world with unwavering faith. May our lives reflect the truth about Jesus, leading them to know Him and confess Him as Lord and Savior. Holy Spirit, guide us in this journey. In Jesus' name, amen."
Remember, nurturing faithful generations involves intentional effort, consistent modeling, and lots of love. May your parenting journey be filled with grace and joy!
