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A Faith Worth Passing Down

 

Anyone in a child's orbit can leave a legacy of faith.

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3 I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience the way my forefathers did, as I constantly remember you in my prayers night and day, 4 longing to see you, even as I recall your tears, so that I may be filled with joy. 5 For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well. (2 Timothy 1:3-5)

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The most precious thing we can pass down to children is our faith—the conviction that God is who He says He is and will do all He has promised. Timothy’s strong relationship with Christ didn’t materialize out of thin air; it grew because his mother and grandmother were godly examples. Here are some ways that we, too, can hand down a rich legacy to the next generation: 

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Teach biblical principles. Kids need to know God’s views on wealth (Psalm 24:1), the way to meet needs (Philippians 4:19), and direction in life (Proverbs 3:5-6).​

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Model character through lifestyle. How we live communicates what we truly believe about the Lord.

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Serve God by serving others. Actions show that our faith is real (James 2:26).

 

​Intercede on their behalf. Kids won’t forget hearing us pray regularly for them.​

 

Communicate love in every way possible. They need to know we love them the way that God does—unconditionally.

 

As caregivers, we must be intentional about leading the next generation to Christ. This means anyone in a child’s orbit can leave a legacy. Look at Paul: Though neither married nor a biological parent, he was a spiritual father to many (1 Corinthians 4:14-16).

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By Charles Stanley

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