Deuteronomy 4:7-9 “For what great nation is there that has God so near to it, as the LORD our God is to us, for whatever reason we may call upon Him? 8 And what great nation is there that has such statutes and righteous judgments as are in all this law which I set before you this day? 9 Only take heed to yourself, and diligently keep yourself, lest you forget the things your eyes have seen, and lest they depart from your heart all the days of your life. And teach them to your children and your grandchildren.”
It's sad to see them go because they never really leave … from your heart. They have their own schedule and priorities (of school, jobs, friends, their own family responsibilities, entertainment, et cetera) that must be met. Now we must fit into their schedule and will not see each other as much as we did. Things of life are so busy for them, as they were for me at that age. But it is my hope that, no matter what, they are living a godly and moral life, standing up to and avoiding the sinful temptations that surround us all daily and lure everyone with the lies of false pleasure and desires, against the will of God. For when we go down wrong paths, we are going away from God and not good for us. There is the heart (the soul) and there is the flesh in each of us. With the help of God, may we have them both right with God. May we walk on paths of righteousness that honor our Lord and lead to the abundant life in Christ. God bless our kids and God bless you. Psalm 34:10-12 “The young lions lack and suffer hunger; but those who seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing. Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD. Who is the man who desires life, and loves many days, that he may see good?”
In Christ, Brian
In Christ, Brian
2 comments:
As a parent, I always ask the Lord to guide me and my hubby first. So we are sure that what we are imparting with our child is the right path! His way! Godly way!
I can't imagine when that time comes for our child to have his own life...Because I know deep inside, it hurts. But I know we must learn to let go. And let God.
I believe our children need prayer covering. I love the way you reminded us with His Word! To have fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom! God bless and protect you.
Right now my nest is full and I am not looking forward to the day when it is empty. I have to remind myself that each day, we are preparing each one of these entrusted to us to live out in a hostile, Godless world.
Wishing that I had been so prepared, I take what was lacking and try to remember that they will not be here in my care forever.
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