The primary source of spiritual growth and learning for the next generation is not the school, the local youth programs, or even the church. It is our homes. God expects parents and grandparents to pass on to the next generation the teaching, instruction, and reverence for the Lord.
Too often we inadvertently hide God’s activity from our children. God answers our prayers for provision and, though we are delighted, we fail to sit down with our offspring and explain to them what God just did. Or the Holy Spirit guides us to make an important decision. However, though our children may witness the results of God’s guidance, they are not shown the way God directed us. Or God blesses us. While our children experience the benefits of divine blessing, they have no idea why and how God caused His face to shine upon us.
If the generation that follows us is to walk with God as we have, then they must be taught how to walk with God, as we have. That means regularly talking about God’s activity with them. It entails that we are careful not to hide God’s activity from others. How clearly and compellingly are you sharing with those around you what God has done in your life?