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Tell the Children - Joel 1:3
God says we have a responsibility to pass on what we know to those younger than us. That's a responsibility for all of us - not just parents, but everyone. This responsibility is of extreme importance to me as a pastor. I am always thinking about what I can teach this new generation about God and His Word that will far outlive me.
What exactly have we been called to pass on?
I read an article recently by Rick Warren that stated five Building Blocks that we as teachers, helpers, coordinators and "older" friends and family should be passing on - Knowledge, Perspective, Convictions, Skills and Character. Jesus modeled all five of these in how He trained His disciples. The staff here at FCOG is always looking for ways that we can preach and teach these Building Blocks at every age level. But you don't have to be a pastor to help people grow in these areas. I'd like to spend the next few months looking a little deeper into each of these areas and explore ways we can pass these on together. Let's start with:
KNOWLEDGE
Proverbs 16:16 says,
"It's better to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver." (NCV)
In other words it's better to be smart than wealthy. It's better to have knowledge than money.
How do you help kids or young adults acquire knowledge?
There's lots of ways you can do it. You can take them on trips with you. You can go to the library with them. You can pass on books to them that are important to you. Still though, the most important way to pass on knowledge to the next generation is for you to be interested in it as well. Learning is contagious. You've got to want to learn. You must model it. As a leader this should be second nature to you. All leaders are learners.
What is the most important knowledge to acquire?
Knowledge of God. Knowledge of everything is important. In fact, God wants us to know as much about as many different things as we can, but He wants us to know Him more than anything else. The most important knowledge you can pass on to the next generation is knowledge of God. That is what makes what we do at church so important. We want to come along side of you and create opportunities for you to interact with your kids on every level. Talk to them about what they learned in class and be watching for opportunities to reinforce those lessons in everyday life.
My challenge to you as a teacher of your kids is be a learner!
"Knowledge begins with respect for the Lord."Proverbs 1:7
For more information contact Pastor Barb Ferraro, 724-5074