Grandparents: The Power of Legacy
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August 13, 2023 at 9:40 amTo be sure, there’s nothing wrong with taking time for oneself, but it’s harmful when that is done at the expense of a spiritual awareness of one’s role with grandkids.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:41 amLegacy Coalition describes four types of Christian grandparents: cultural, unequipped, blocked, and biblical.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:42 amThere are barriers or obstacles most grandparents face in trying to become “intentional” in passing down their faith. Here are three:
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August 13, 2023 at 9:43 amGeographical Distance This is very common, because many grandparents do not live near their grandkids.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:43 amThere are ways to overcome this barrier by keeping communication open.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:44 amTechnology makes this easier. Send letters, and talk as often as you can, and about spiritual things.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:44 amMake and keep your plans to visit, Brenda says.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:45 amSpiritual Distance This happens when the parents of your grandchildren, or perhaps the grandchildren themselves, have abandoned faith in God.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:46 am“If your adult children have walked away from their faith, we have to keep our relationship with them, or they may not hear about Jesus any other way,” Brenda said.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:47 am“Before someone will hear the truth, we have to lead with grace.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:47 amWhen Jesus spoke with sinners, he led with grace, but when he spoke with the Pharisees he led with truth.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:48 amHe never compromised either one. We must be full of both grace and truth. Take the time to listen to what they’re saying.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:49 amWhen you do this, they will be more open to hear the truth.”
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August 13, 2023 at 9:49 amRelational Barriers These typically exist when there is a break in the relationship between the grandparent and the adult children.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:50 amOften this is caused by unforgiveness for a wrong done, which creates bitterness and distance.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:52 amThis relationship break creates a barrier against the grandparents’ becoming a vital part of their grandchildren’s lives. We have to realize the importance of leading with grace, asking for forgiveness, and letting go of the past. 💥It is important to realize that the best way to influence our children is to let GO of CONTROL when they become adults.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:53 am💥This is the hardest one for many. It is when grandparents are not allowed to see grandchildren or are forbidden to talk about Jesus with them.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:55 am💥Realize what you can and cannot change. Being on your knees in prayer is the only thing you can do, but it’s also the best thing you can do.
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August 13, 2023 at 9:55 amFocus on the needs, and pray for your adult kids and grandkids.”
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August 13, 2023 at 4:04 pmWill you take your place right now and commit to intentionally “taking back” for your family?
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August 13, 2023 at 4:07 pmFather, thank You for this ministry that is aimed at strengthening family relationships. Thank You that we are never too old to make an impact and to leave behind a strong legacy built on Christ. We pray for restoration in families where the relationships have been broken. We do see You moving in the younger generations, but You are the God of all generations. We pray to see a move of God over grandparents who will fight to instill rich biblical values. We pray for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit — provide for every need to ensure its success. We seek protection for the event and its speakers. As the message spreads, may churches link arms and join and stream the event. We sense that we are on the brink of something bigger. Let Your will be done. In the magnificent name of JESUS! Let it be so! 🙏🏻❤️🕊
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August 13, 2023 at 6:34 pmPraying for precious Prayer wall 9 million prayer warriors grandkids! 🙏🏻❤️🕊
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August 13, 2023 at 8:44 pmDear Jesus, Help me in my struggle to be “intentional” with my two granddaughters. You know that what I want more than anything in life is that my whole family be saved. Please send your Holy Spirit to them and to every other grandchild who doesn’t know you yet, and help those of us who are grandparents find the best way to reach these children. Please let whatever small seeds we sow grow since we do not have the power to convert, but you do.
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August 13, 2023 at 11:20 pm🙏🏻
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August 16, 2023 at 3:57 pmHow we need you Lord🙏🏻
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