Saturday, October 22, 2011

Speak Truth To Your Children


I have written unto you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the wicked one.  
I John 2:14b

I sent this verse to my sons.  I want them to believe God's promises. The world tries to beat young men down. There are so many temptations everywhere but I want them to know what God says to them...They are strong...His word abides in them...They have overcome the wicked one. I want them to believe that wholeheartedly and walk in that truth.

If you are always told you are a sinner and that you will struggle, you will act like a sinner that always struggles. If you are told you are a saint and His power works through you mightily, you will act like a saint and allow His power to work through you.

Speak words of God's truth to your children. Keep reminding them of who they are in Christ. My sister made a long list to remind her children of these truths. She wants them to remember. {Print it out.  Read it to your children.  Tell them to believe who they are in Christ.  THAT builds true self-esteem.}

These are life-giving words. Words that bring joy, comfort, and security. These are very good words.

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Found you through "at the well" great blog!
Amen! Wonderful post and a great reminder. Thank you!
Amen - I agree that we must keep reminding our children of who they are before God and through His power working in their lives!
Thanks for linking to Simple Joys today, Lori.
God bless you..Trish
Thank you for sharing these wise words today. Love the part about "if you're always told you're a sinner VS. if you're always told you're a saint..."
I agree, sharing God's truth with children is so important, your sister's list is nice! Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks for sharing this list. I'm visiting from the blog party!
Stefanie
Thank you for this. It reminds me that positivity is Truth. We are a new creature in Christ. This is Truth.
oh, i love this. truly. this will revolutionize my parenting. thank you.
Great to meet you! Love, Traci @ Ordinary Inspirations http://www.ordinaryinspirations.blogspot.com
hi Lori,

over from Ann's. still reading the lists. so true, to speak words of life and not death.

blessings,

Nacole
"Speak words of God's truth to your children. Keep reminding them of who they are in Christ." What a great reminder - thank you for sharing!

I'm stopping by via the Blog Bash 2011... have a BLESSED weekend!!

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