Destiny Empowerment Daily Devotional *(21st November 2023)*

by *Sunday Akanni*

TOPIC: *Parenthood: A Noble Profession (Part 3)*

And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men. Luke 2:52

*Message:*

For very good reasons, the Godhead was very meticulous about the choice of who would eventually become the earthly parents of Jesus. While the Young Jesus still retained His God features, He was also a full human with human tendencies as a young chap. Hence, if His parents don't get parenting right, the Young Boy can be negatively influenced by society and peers, and He could dip His hands into wrong things which then disqualify Him from being a worthy sacrifice for the sin of Man.

So, when we recognize the fact that even as a growing Child, the Young Jesus could avoid committing a single sin, then we should applaud His parents for a good job well done too.

*Obviously, the Young Boy was saturated with the Word of God while growing, and He was introduced to divine wisdom as early as possible. As a parent, ensure your children are being taught God's Word regularly. It doesn't matter how busy you are or how complex your family is, make sure there is a system where the children interact with the Word each day.*

You should always remind the kids of God's word again and again, alongside the benefits and consequences of going against the Word. Place emphasis on the blessings associated with doing the will of God, and let them learn to point out the fruits of their obedience in their own lives.

Of course, all of these won't be realistic if you are not a God-fearing born-again Christian in the first place. You can't give what you don't have. If you aren't a good believer who gives great priority to God's word in the first place, you can hardly make the kids have passion for it too. Children prefer learning from the lifestyles of those they trust rather than mere words.

*Prayer*
Pray for every Christian parent around the world for God's help to become worthy examples for their children.

*Further Reading*
So the child grew and became strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his manifestation to Israel. Luke 1:80

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