Romans 10-11 Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord.
Since Gods Word is sufficient for all of life, it amply applies to home discipling (ie homeschooling).
We use this verse "...giving preference to one another..." to teach our children to take turns, not to interrupt, to share...many of these virtues which are important for children to have when you are teaching them.
Aside from teaching our children what 'not' to do in order to have a teachable attitude, the verse continues in what we/they 'should' do! Diligently do work assigned, be fervent in memorizing your catechism, fervent in accomplishing your chores and in doing so you are pleasing the Lord! As a bonus, dad and mom are well pleased too!
When we raise our children in view of eternity and not just 'getting thru the day', Gods Word is sufficient for showing them the bigger picture.
We find that this verse is a good encouragement to us as well! Let us not be lagging in discipling our children today, but may we be fervent in spirit as we do what He has given us today; as we serve the Lord! God bless, Brett & Dana
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