WHY I MUST THANK GOD OVER MY CHILDREN

“Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.”

Biblical Definition of Children:

Children are precious gifts from God, born to glorify Him, and to continue the family lineage, inheriting spiritual and earthly blessings.

DEFINITION:

Recognizing and appreciating the divine blessing, heritage, and reward that children bring to parents, acknowledging God’s sovereignty and provision in their lives.

7 Points:

1. Children are God’s Heritage

“Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord…” – Psalm 127:3 (KJV)

2. Blessings and Rewards

“…the fruit of the womb is his reward.” – Psalm 127:3 (KJV)

3. Source of Joy

“Children’s children are the crown of old men…” – Proverbs 17:6 (KJV)

4. Spiritual Legacy

“Train up a child in the way he should go…” – Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

5. Divine Provision_

“…thy Father knoweth what things thou hast need of, before thou ask him.” – Matthew 6:8 (KJV)

6. Strength and Support

“Thy children shall be like olive plants round about thy table.” – Psalm 128:3 (KJV)

7. Eternal Impact

“Tell ye your children of it, and let your children tell their children…” – Joel 1:3 (KJV)

CONCLUSION:

Children are precious gifts from God, deserving our gratitude and thanksgiving. As parents, we must recognize God’s sovereignty and provision in their lives, nurturing them spiritually and physically. May we thank God for our children, acknowledging His heritage, blessings, and rewards.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Thank You for my children

“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise…” – Psalm 100:4 (KJV)

2. Guide me in parenting

“Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy Spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.” – Psalm 143:10 (KJV)

3. Protect and bless my children

“Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings.” – Psalm 17:8 (KJV)

4. Grant my children wisdom and discernment

“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God…” – James 1:5 (KJV)

5. Use my children for Your glory

“Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.” – Isaiah 6:8 (KJV)