The Next Generation

Psalms 78:2-8 tell us that we are to testify to our children. We are to tell our story. We are to tell them of the wondrous things God has done for us. Not only for us personally, but what God has done for his people over the years. We all agree that history is important. Children need to know their roots. Often they don't appreciate this fully when they are young, but it is our responsibility to speak of our heritage. What greater thing then talking about our heritage in Christ. We need to tell them how we were saved, and what Christ has done in our lives since then.

We not only need to speak to our children the great and mighty things God has done for us, but we need to impart to the Word of God. We often in the church about making disciples for Christ. Our first and most important disciples are our children. As minister of the Lord, we can be caught up in disciples others but not our own children. Fathers are to be the spiritual head of his household. If no father, the mother is the spiritual head. Accompanied with this must be a life style that reflects your words.

If we don't do this, They may become stubborn and rebellious. Their hearts may not remain loyal to the God. Often children submit to the parents as they are in the home, and follow their religious beliefs. When they leave home, they often fall away from the teachings of their parents. Often, this is because their parents have failed to disciple them. They may have failed in their Christian life. They may have failed to impart their faith to their children. Yes, I know this is not always the cause of them turning their back on the Lord, but often this is true. 


If we testify of God's goodness, works, live the life of Christ, and train them up in the way of the Lord, they will come back to the Lord even if they may stray. This must be covered in much prayer.