When Family Devotions Go Bad
So, there is a lot of talk right now about the importance of families talking about faith at home. Right now, there are more resources to help in this area than ever before. Many families are realizing the importance of these times and making the decision to start. So, what happens when you decide you are going to do family devotions and the experience is less than desirable?
In other words, what happens when family devotions go bad?
I happen to be able to speak from experience about this. Recently, I had planned and prepared our time together well to have one of my kids make the experience difficult. Bad attitudes were not the only issue, but it also included verbal distractions. I am not sure anyone else was able to worship that evening.
Why do I share this? To realistically explain, that when you decide to do this, there will at times be resistance. Sometimes this resistance can come from yourself, your spouse, or your kids. Know this fact-Satan does not want you personally leading your family spiritually at home. He will do all in his power to distract and make your life so busy so there is no time for worship at home.
Here is my advice. Don't quit! Tomorrow is a new day. Don't dwell on the one, two, or ten bad family devotions, but instead remember what our purpose is. Ephesians 6:4 says, "Fathers, do not exasperate your children instead bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." This is why we keep at it even when it is difficult. Here's to gathering together again tomorrow.
In other words, what happens when family devotions go bad?
I happen to be able to speak from experience about this. Recently, I had planned and prepared our time together well to have one of my kids make the experience difficult. Bad attitudes were not the only issue, but it also included verbal distractions. I am not sure anyone else was able to worship that evening.
Why do I share this? To realistically explain, that when you decide to do this, there will at times be resistance. Sometimes this resistance can come from yourself, your spouse, or your kids. Know this fact-Satan does not want you personally leading your family spiritually at home. He will do all in his power to distract and make your life so busy so there is no time for worship at home.
Here is my advice. Don't quit! Tomorrow is a new day. Don't dwell on the one, two, or ten bad family devotions, but instead remember what our purpose is. Ephesians 6:4 says, "Fathers, do not exasperate your children instead bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." This is why we keep at it even when it is difficult. Here's to gathering together again tomorrow.
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