Proverbs 22:6
“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”
Perhaps we have all encountered a situation such as I experienced a few days ago. As I pulled into the parking lot of a super market, I noticed an empty space across from where I had parked. I noticed a car pause near the space, then drive on. I walked over and sure enough, there was a shopping cart that some thoughtless person had left in the middle of the parking space instead of returning it to the cart storage area a few steps away. (I returned it clear into the store).
My mind began to reflect upon this and other types of inconsiderate behavior that seems to be the norm of our modern life. Someone recently sent a YouTube video of a wonderful rendition of our national anthem. I was enjoying the remarkable talent when I happened to observe the players lined up on the edge of the playing field. They slouched, talked and never paid honor. It was distressing!
What is the reason for this breakdown in respect and appropriate behavior? I think the answer is to be found in today’s Scripture. Parents have delegated their God given responsibility for training their children to the church, school or just not caring enough to take the time to train their children in the way they should go.
So what can we do? If we have children, train them in Biblical patterns of behavior. Try as best as you can to develop godly character qualities. If you do not have children of your own, pray for God to show you kids that need you. Then share from your heart the things that God shows you.
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil
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