1 Kings 2:1-3  When David’s time to die drew near, he charged his son Solomon, saying:  ² “I am about to go the way of all the earth. Be strong, be courageous,  ³ and keep the charge of the LORD your God, walking in his ways and keeping his statutes, his commandments, his ordinances, and his testimonies, as it is written in the law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all that you do and wherever you turn.

Parents pass many things on to their children. They pass on good or bad health practices. They pass on their feelings about education and hard work. They pass on their ability to make good or bad choices with good or bad reasoning practices.

We also pass on our faith to our children and our children’s children. If we are faithful, we will include our children in our faith practices. We encourage them to ask questions about God and the scriptures. We make faith something all of us do as naturally as breathing. We place as much importance on living out our faith as on getting a good education and having a healthy body.

God loves us and our families. He wants to have a close relationship with everyone. If we grow up in the faith we are more likely to continue to walk in his ways as we age.

Lord, help us pass on our faith to our children and grandchildren. Let us be a good example to them and lead them along your path. Amen.