Wednesday, July 6, 2016

Sustaining discipleship across multiple generations

(This was in my drafts from mid June.)

King David was a man after God's own heart.  Unfortunately, his son, Solomon, turned away from the Lord.  King David only had half a generation of godly descendants.  It makes me sad, and it makes me think about how intentional I need to be in teaching my children to teach their children to pursue the Lord (if He tarries that long).  I want my children and their descendants to know the Lord and walk in His presence every day.

Psalm 89:15‭-‬17 NIV
Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, LORD. They rejoice in your name all day long; they celebrate your righteousness. For you are their glory and strength, and by your favor you exalt our horn.

Heavenly Father, please help me teach my children to know you and follow you.  I want them to transition to an independent relationship with you at an early age so that they consistently seek you and grow in walking with you their entire lives. Holy Spirit, please bless them with the privilege of going deeper with you than I have.  Help me pass on the spiritual inheritance that Brandi and I have received from our parents and grandparents to our children so that they will leverage it for enjoying their abundant walk with you and advancing your Kingdom.  I love you, and I pray this in the name of Jesus.

No comments:

Post a Comment