Christian grandparents can influence grandchildren in a digital age by combining biblical truth with relational investment.
Autor: Josh Mulvihill
Josh Mulvihill
Josh Mulvihill ist leitender Direktor für Gemeinde- und Familienarbeit bei Renewanation. Er war 20 Jahre lang Pastor, hat einen Doktortitel in Familienpastoral, ist Mitglied des Vorstands von Awana und Autor oder Herausgeber von neun Büchern, darunter sein neuestes Buch Biblical Worldview. Er ist mit Jen verheiratet und sie haben fünf Kinder. Josh bloggt unter GospelShapedFamily.com.
In this day of gender confusion and up-front activism against what we know to be true about biblical sexuality and holiness, how should we respond? When our grandchildren are bombarded daily with views that go against God’s beautiful design, what can we do to help them?
In conversations with developing grandchildren, we often find them talking about sex. As their bodies change and grow, it’s normal for our grandkids to feel confused and uncomfortable at times, while also feeling new sensations that bring excitement and joy. Psalm 139:14 references these differing emotions:
Here are some of the easiest and most effective ways to have a lifelong influence on who and what your grandkids become, now and later.
Grandparents today are asking deeper questions than ever before. They are no longer satisfied with simply being present in the lives of their grandchildren. Instead, many Christian grandparents are asking how they can make an eternal difference.
You don’t need followers to be an influencer. Your grandchildren are already watching you. Your consistency and authenticity in their lives will influence them.
“An authentic faith is one of the most important things to get right as a grandparent.” This powerful statement causes us to stop and ponder as well as evaluate how we are living out our godly lives before our grandchildren. We desire to leave an enduring legacy – a permanent, lasting legacy.
Teaching grandchildren the core truths of Christianity is one of the most important callings a grandparent can embrace. By consistently sharing the Bible’s big story, sound doctrine, and everyday faith practices, grandparents can help build a strong spiritual foundation that shapes a child’s life for eternity.