DON’T FORGET

Read Nehemiah 9

The ninth chapter of Nehemiah contains a story presented by some of the Levites who were standing before the people. They recited the history of Jehovah God with His people. They covered the entire story. But the purpose of this story isn’t just a history lesson. It’s a reminder that God is still with them.

The people hearing this story had returned from Babylonian exile to a city and nation that was unknown to them. They had the bloodline to be called Jews, but did they understand why? Most of them did not. They were Jews just because they were Jews. That is not enough.

TEACHING MOMENT

As believing parents, we have the responsibility to pass down to the next generation our heritage in Christ. They say the extinction of the church is only one generation away, unless we continue to share the good news. Our children need to understand where they come from. They need to know how and why we came to Christ.

Passing down our earthly heritage is fine. But passing down a spiritual lineage is so much better. I am thrilled to know that my grandchildren have all come to Christ. I am praying even now for their children to come to Christ. We parents must do that.

Are you passing down your spiritual heritage? Are you doing all the Lord wants you to do to make sure your children and grandchildren come to Christ and continue the legacy of faith? Spend some time around the table with your family, perhaps at an upcoming holiday, sharing your family’s lineage in Christ.

The joy, O God, of knowing You as Father is overwhelming at times. Help me to refresh the memories of my family’s journey of faith with my children and grandchildren. Show me how to instill in them the truths I have learned along the way.