Take Responsibility for your Children

SCRIPTURE
1Chronicles 27:32
Jehonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel, son of Hacmoni, took care of the king's sons.

OBSERVATION
David appointed someone to take of his sons instead of being the father he needed to be. He thought his sons would be taken care of, but as we know from his encounter with Absalom, his sons were not taken care of the way a good father would take care of his children. He should have been the one teaching them the ways of the Lord, as God instructed him to through Moses.

APPLICATION
I cannot let someone else teach my children how to live a godly life. There are times that others need to give insight into my children, but it is my responsibility to make sure they follow the Lord.

PRAYER
Lord, my heart's desire is for my children to love and serve you. I will fail them, as David did, but Lord, as you had mercy on him with Solomon, would you have mercy on me and give my children hearts for you. Would you give me wisdom and understanding on how to be a good mother, teacher, encourager, and ultimately, friend. Thank you Lord, for showing me the perfect example of a loving Father. In Jesus's name, Amen.

Christin Champlin
Worship Department, Pianist