Proverbs 22.6 says, “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” To be completely honest with you; this was one of my biggest fears before having kids. Being a youth pastor for years, I have seen different students go through many different things. One of the first thoughts that I had when we found out we were first pregnant with Maylee, was “Oh man, I don’t want My daughter to become ________.” This was a true legitimate fear of mine.
Even now, I continually pray over my kids that they will not turn away from God, and that Jesus will cause them to be Christians. That mom and I set Godly examples in our home. That tour kids will not see a bad example in the church, or get a bad taste in their mouth because of experiences that thy have sen in the church, or because mom and dad put the church before the family.
It is my hope and prayer, that Amber and I will live a life that sets a Godly example to our kids, and that we will be a strong influence in their life to seek first after God. To follow the ways of Jesus, and to not turn away when they grow older.
Jesus, cause my children to be Christian. Help us to set a Christ-like example in the home and in our ministry. Help us to place you first in all thing; more than just in words, but also in action. Thanks you Lord, Amen.
