We have so many things to teach our kids. As youngsters they learn to sleep on their own, to eat solid foods, to use the bathroom, to listen to mom and dad to stay safe... And as homeschoolers we continue to teach them to read, write, figure math, science, and so much more. Sometimes we get overwhelmed on what to teach! Will they know enough to get along in this life?
(For more on what is important to teach, see my Foundations article...)
However, if we don't teach them to love the Lord, to love His Word, and to fear Him, we've missed the mark. How can we do this? I believe it begins with us. Are we in love with God and His Word? Do they see us in the Word? Do they see our passion to know Him more? And when we teach, are we making His Word the most important thing? Or do academics crowd out time in the Word? Why not start in the Word and go out from there? After all, God says His Word is sufficient. :) So my small (HUGE) challenge is to find that love of God's Word and pass it on in teaching and discussing it with your kids. Grab some hot chocolate, toss in some marshmallows, and curl up with a blanket and your kiddos. You don't need a fancy study (though I own a few and they are nice,) you just need the Bible. Sit together and read a section of Scripture. Then discuss it together. It only takes a few minutes. But they'll hunger for more. :)
AMEN!
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