Proverbs 22:6
This passage implies that we should instill Godly character in our young ones. This was not meant for parents only. This training should be done by grandparents, aunts, uncles, or anyone else that has direct influence on young ones.
So often we see a situation in disarray with a youth, and think because they're not our child, we have no impact in the outcome. The saying, "It takes a village to raise a child", is true. God does not ask us to stand on the sidelines, and watch things fall apart! What kind of legacy are you going to leave? Is it going to be that of Godly character, or will you waste a golden opportunity to impart Jesus in someone's life? You may be a parent that is struggling with disciplining your child. You may be a grandparent that is afraid to offer your direction. Or, just someone that has contact with a youth in some way. My question to all of you is, are you a Godly example? Are you teaching Godly character?
I think back to the scriptures, and wonder about Jesus' childhood. We discount the upbringing that He was given. Remember that God chose Mary and Joseph to raise His son. Now we all know that Christ lived a perfect life, but His "God chosen parents" instilled a Godly character in Him. Living a life of Godly character is a learned lifestyle. That's why the common denominator throughout the New Testament is discipleship.
We are all very busy, as the Christmas season approaches, but we all should take the time to effect someone's life for Christ. What an awesome way of honoring Christ's birth! Lastly, what kind of Legacy are you going to leave? Will people remember you for the lives you have touched, or will there be opportunities that you pass up, because you're too busy. I have seen God turn peoples lives around time after time. The common theme in all those situations was that someone shared Jesus with them in their youth. Let us all focus on leaving a Godly legacy. Let us start today.
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