Daily Delight Devotional – Thursday, January 25, 2024

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

– Ephesians 4:32

As parents, we must be able to model forgiveness. Be able to demonstrate forgiveness through your actions. We have established that children learn by observing. When they witness forgiveness in practice, it becomes a natural part of their worldview.

As you do that, you can also share biblical principles that talk about forgiveness. Forgiveness is one of the anchors of our faith and this needs to be taught to provide a foundation for understanding the importance of forgiving others.

When we model forgiveness, we impart a valuable lesson that extends beyond familial bonds, influencing how children approach relationships throughout their lives.

Insight: Forgiveness, taught through parental examples and biblical principles, has the power to transform family dynamics and shape a child’s character.

Prayer: Lord, may my actions teach my children the transformative power of forgiveness, reflecting Your love and grace in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Daily Bible Reading: Isaiah 9-12