Christianity Oasis Forum

[Lani]

2 Timothy 3:14-17
14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.


Remember your leaders, those who spoke the word of God to you; consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. Hebrews 13:7 (NRSV)



My mother was a person of extraordinary faith. If I were to list all the lessons my mother taught me, the list would fill many pages. However, teaching me to pray the Lord’s Prayer daily and to read the scriptures were simple yet profound ways to plant the frist seeds that brought me closer to God. I am grateful that through the spiritual discipline she taught me, I learned how to speak to God.

Child rearing isn’t easy. We can show our gratitude for the people – often our parents – who havae been our models of faith by living a life of prayer grounded in scripture. Praying and reading God’s word are powerful tools that serve us not only in childhood but throughout our lives. And they are a legacy we are called to pass on to others.


Prayer: Creator God, thank you for watching over our first steps and for inviting us to follow your path of peace and justice. Amen

Prayer Focus of Day: Parents with young children

Thought for the Day: Prayer and scripture are gifts for God’s children

Story shared by: A. Rios de Leon (Puerto Rico)
Source: Upper Room Daily Devotional: 9/22/11