A devotional reflection on raising children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.

Topical

Parenting is shepherding hearts toward Christ. Scripture teaches that parents are called to instruct, guide, and model godliness. Parenting requires patience, prayer, and dependence on God’s wisdom.

Train up a child. (Proverbs 22:6)

Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. (Ephesians 6:4)

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. (3 John 1:4)

Christian Application

Parenting encourages believers that God equips them for this sacred calling and works through their imperfect efforts. Teach diligently, pray continually, and model Christlike character.

Sample Prayer

Lord, give me wisdom and grace to shepherd the hearts entrusted to me. Amen.

Hymns for Topical

This devotional pairs well with the hymns Jesus Loves Me by Anna Warner, Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us by Dorothy Thrupp, and Take My Life and Let It Be by Frances Havergal.