Monday, October 17 Jesus went on progressing in wisdom and in physical growth and in favor with God and men.​—Luke 2:52.

[Áine]

Monday, October 17

Jesus went on progressing in wisdom and in physical growth and in favor with God and men.—Luke 2:52.

 

Often, the choices that parents make affect their children for a long time. If parents make poor choices, they can cause problems for their children. But if they make wise choices, they give their children the best chance of having a happy, satisfying life. Of course, children must also make good decisions. The best decision anyone can make is to serve our loving heavenly Father, Jehovah. (Ps. 73:28) Jesus’ parents were determined to help their children to serve Jehovah, and the choices the parents made proved that this was their main goal in life. (Luke 2:40, 41, 52) Jesus likewise made good choices that helped him to fulfill his role in Jehovah’s purpose. (Matt. 4:1-10) Jesus grew up to be a kind, loyal, and courageous man—the type of son who would bring pride and joy to the heart of any God-fearing parent. w20.10 26 ¶1-2

[Gruder]

Parents have been given a special gift from Jehovah! The gift can bring much joy and happiness but it can also bring heartache if we don't do things Jehovah's way. Deut 6:6,7 tells us what Jehovah expects from parents. When they apply this counsel it not only makes Jehovah happy but it is also for our benefit and the child. We want the best for our children and the only way to give that is "do it Jehovah's Way" ❤️