Adventure in the Ascent
To the adventure in Him... This phrase has been a rallying cry for me and my circle of friends for years. We were designed for intimate relationship with God. Jesus made this possible through His sacrifice on the Cross. The veil was torn, and we were invited beyond. We were created for a grand adventure in which we come to Him in repentance, maintain intimacy, learn of Him, walk His path, and ascend the hill of the Lord. Let's ascend together and experience the adventure with God. There's more...
Adventure in the Ascent
Dedicated to Spiritual Legacy- Child Dedication Sunday
"God’s intent is that each generation would stand on the spiritual shoulders of the generation before them, reaching ever increasing heights in their walk with God... Simply taking them to church each week will not get that done. We need to talk regularly with our kids about God and His ways." -Richard Blackaby
- Commitment to Spiritual Legacy:
- Dedicating children is a pledge to raise them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord, not just through church attendance but by living out the Gospel daily through service, repentance, and worship (Deut. 6:1-9, Psalm 145:4).
- Love God Supremely:
- Parents must love God with all their heart, soul, and strength, making Him their greatest treasure. This love shapes family priorities and enables faithful parenting (Deut. 6:5, Matt. 6:21, Matt. 13:44).
- Model Faith Authentically:
- Children learn faith by observing parents’ actions—how they handle challenges, make choices, and rely on God’s Word. Hypocrisy undermines teaching; genuine faith shines (Matt. 5:16, 1 Thess. 2:8).
- Teach Purposefully “As You Go”:
- Diligent, consistent teaching happens in scheduled (family devotions) and unscheduled moments (daily conversations), seizing every opportunity to point to God (Deut. 6:7-9).
- Practical Ways to Build Legacy:
- Memorize Scripture as a family and display it in the home.
- Discuss justice and God’s value for all people, taking action where possible.
- Foster gratitude through daily prompts and shared conversations.
- Help children identify their God-given gifts and purposes.
- Engage in missions through prayer, giving, or family mission trips.
- Conduct spiritual checkups to support children’s faith journeys.
- Eternal Impact:
- A spiritual legacy, like C.T. Studd’s, prioritizes faith in Christ over material wealth, creating an atmosphere where faith flourishes (Psalm 112:1-3, 2 Tim. 1:5).
- God’s Promise: Prioritizing God brings blessings to families, as obedience to His commands leads to flourishing (Deut. 6:3, Phil. 3:8-10).