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Raising Saints in A Sinner’s World
from October 2021
Gò0dNews for Parents
Raising Saints in A Sinner’s World
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by Jessica Mathis
In the modern world, we wake up, day after day to the news that makes us sad and griefstricken. As mothers and fathers, we want our children to live in a world where there is always peace and happiness. We try to hide the sadness of the world from them. Our children are our everything and we are so blessed to be their parents… but is it wrong to want to bring life into this sinful world…a world full of heartache?
Godliness begins in our homes. It is important for parents to join together in the task of raising “tiny disciples.” It is no secret that society is out to put its own stamp on our children. We need to prepare them to stand up for the Lord and not fall into society’s hands.
I read something the other day that has been heavy on my mind. “Why would you bring a child into such a cruel world? Imagine the things they will face.” The world became cruel when sin was introduced. From the beginning, trials and tribulations have been a part of day-to-day life. Our children were handpicked by God for this exact time.
Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go. And when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Living by the Biblical truth in our homes, attending and being involved in a church, showing our children how to serve others, and showing love to a world that is not like us, are ways to prepare our babies for the world. Will
they be tempted? Yes. Will they fail? Yes, but they will be rooted in the Word and well-equipped to handle what is thrown at them.
As parents, let us pray for our children daily. Let us be there for them when they do fail. Let us give them the knowledge they need and pray their relationship with Christ is strong in their hearts— so they can be strong against the world.
About The Author My name is Jessica Mathis and I am from Rome, Georgia. I am a blessed Christian, wife, stay-at-home mama, and part-time women’s advocate. I am just trying to raise a tiny human, one day at a time.
