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Parenting by Design - September 18

As parents, we often try to impart our values and knowledge to our children, but the Bible reminds us that true spiritual growth comes from God's guidance, not ours. By praying for our kids to be filled with His will and wisdom, we can trust in the Holy Spirit's powerful teaching ministry to shape their lives.

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Col 1:9:  "For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding" (NASB).

I once heard a mother say, "When they're young, always talk to your children about God.  When they grow up, always talk to God about your children."  The verse above reminds us to never cease praying for them.

At times we are tempted to try to force knowledge into their growing minds, and sometimes they are resistant.  Pray for God to instill your kids with something far more effective than our lectures - knowledge of His will, spiritual wisdom and understanding.

The Holy Spirit has a teaching ministry that far outweighs our own efforts.  Pray for your children to receive this gift!

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