Reflection: The upbringing and education of children is a significant and sacred responsibility. From birth, children are constantly learning, absorbing information and experiences from their environment. As parents, caregivers, and mentors, we have an invaluable opportunity to be role models and guides through life for our children.
However, it is also important to recognise that each person is a unique being with their own experiences and decisions. Despite our efforts as parents, we cannot completely control the course of their lives, each person has the free will that was given by God.
That is why this verse also requires that we trust God, who is the best guide and teacher. We can educate our children with love and dedication, but we also need to entrust their future in the hands of the Lord. He has a unique and perfect plan for each one of them, and we can trust that his grace and love will accompany them at all times.
As the Bible Society, we support children with cancer in Nicaragua. Even in the midst of helplessness and despair, the parents have taught us that, as they embrace and share quality and warm times with their children, the Bible fills them with hope in God. Regardless of their knowledge, they teach their children to trust him.
Prayer: Dear God, we thank you for the wonderful gift of children. We ask that you grant us the wisdom and strength to educate and guide them in your ways from an early age. Father, may our actions and words bear witness to your love and grace, so that our children see in us a reflection of your goodness and mercy. Help us to be living examples of a life committed to you. We trust that as our children grow older, they will follow your teachings and walk in your ways. Thank you, in Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.