Character Builder

Moses instructs Israel before they enter Canaan: “And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. And these words which I command thee this day shall be in thy heart. And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou riseth up” (Deut 6: 4-7). God still charges parents to teach their children (and anyone they meet along the way) to fear and love the Lord at all times. Trusting the world’s system through recreational, academic, sports-related activities or any activity or teacher to build your child’s (or anyone’s) self-respect, leadership skills, or a well-rounded character is faulty. Instead, teach them God’s standards and the necessity for studying God’s Word, faith in Him, and obedience; let God develop their confidence, character, and trust in the Lord, not their ability. When they surrender to His Lordship, He will equip them with everything they need in life to serve Him and their communities well, prepared to discern and follow God’s law above manmade rules. God’s commands are for our good. But until we know the Lord God ourselves, we cannot love Him or teach others He entrusted to us.