‘Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord , meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.’ Psalms 1:1-3(NLT)
‘But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. ‘ 1 John 1:9(NLT)
‘And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” ‘ Revelation 21:5(NLT)
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on His law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers (Psalm 1:1–3).
What an awesome promise to those who walk with God. Now consider this same scripture and how it would apply to a family that lives for God. Let’s take that scripture and replace the word “man” with the word “family,” “that family,” or “family’s.”
Blessed is the [family] who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But [that family’s] delight is in the law of the LORD, and on His law [that family] meditates day and night. [That family] is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever [that family] does prospers (Psalm 1:1–3, modified).
What is the message in the modified scripture? The family who delights in the law of the Lord prospers. As a husband and wife seek a daily, loving relationship with God, allowing God to take control of their hearts, lives, and decisions they will prosper, and as a direct result, their family will also prosper.
Suggestions:
Establish a high standard of righteousness (right choices) and excellence in your home.
Parents, be responsible to set goals to achieve a godly standard in your home, and to identify obstacles that hinder the accomplishment of those goals.
Build the character of the Holy Spirit in every heart in your home.
Our Prayer for You
Father, bring Your blessings into this family as they bring You into their choices. Impart in them the truth and faithfulness that is in Your Presence, in the Mighty Name of Jesus!
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