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Your Question:
What kind of legacy can I leave my children if I'm not around to see them grow up?
Answer:
As a father, I often think about the kind of legacy I can leave for my children, Joshua and Rebecca, even if I'm not around to see them grow up. I want to leave a foundation of faith and values that will guide them in their lives. As I've been a pastor for many years, I've learned the importance of prayer in shaping the spiritual growth of my children. I've seen how prayer can be a powerful means of influence, even when my children are no longer living at home. As a parent, I've been intentional about teaching my children the ways of God and instructing them in their faith. I've tried to model a strong marriage with my wife, Susan, and I believe this has given our children a sense of security and stability. I've also made it a point to encourage them in their own spiritual journeys, even as they've grown older and more independent. I believe that if I can leave a legacy of faith and love, my children will be more likely to follow in those footsteps, even if I'm not there to see it. It's not about guaranteeing their salvation or their success, but about giving them the tools and the foundation they need to make their own decisions and follow their own paths. I've learned that as a parent, I need to let go and trust that God will continue to work in their lives, even as they grow older and more independent. I want to be able to say, as Proverbs 22:6 says, "Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it." That's the kind of legacy I hope to leave for my children.
Sources:
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
sacred marriage
gary thomas
the war on children
john macarthur
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
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