If you are a parent, the greatest responsibility you have is to train your child or children in the right paths to choose in life. Children will be faced with many choices and, ultimately, they will have to make their own choices. Raise them under the nourishing Word of God and teach them his ways so they will be equipped to battle the influences of the world.
Society today will tell you to let children, at such a young age, decide for themselves so many inappropriate things that they do not have the maturity to handle. When parents turn those choices or influences over to the government or others, disaster ensues, and there is a breakdown in the family. You need to be rooted and grounded in God’s Word and you need to pass that down to your children and grandchildren.
Be a light in the life of your children so they can see the paths they should choose. Let them see, through your example, the kind of life they should live and the types of choices they should make. Children will mock and imitate you as they observe your speech and actions. It is a scary and awesome responsibility that should never be taken lightly.
Children are a joy and a delight. Enjoy each and every moment and take advantage of the short time you have with them to be a positive influence in their lives. They are such a precious gift from God and part of your legacy. And never forget that you are a treasured child of God!
Proverbs 22:6 (NLT) - “Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.”