WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Ruth Elliott is a lovely Christian woman who has a heart to reach children. She longs to see them engage in Godly and loving behavior and to grow into healthy successful adults. Ruth has created a website called "gomommygo.com". The site has valuable tips and tools for those seeking wisdom and advice in the realm of child training. Ruth has seven children of her own and is an accomplished professional cartoonist.

As I listened to Ruth speak on a recent television show, the thought came to me that as Christians we should all be concerned for the younger generation. As Scripture tells us, we are all members of The Body of Christ and, as such, we should care for one another. I Corinthians 12:25,26 "This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other equally. If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad." (NLT) There are many families today who are struggling spiritually, physically, emotionally, socially, and financially. We can reach out and make a difference in the lives of all children. Teaching a Sunday school class, volunteering in a youth group, or even being a school mentor are some of the ways we can influence children in a positive manner.

In the Book of Mark Jesus admonishes His disciples to welcome the little ones rather than reject them. "One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so He could touch them and bless them, but the disciples told them not to bother Him. But when Jesus saw what was happening, He was very displeased with His disciples. He said to them, 'Let the children come to me. Don't stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I assure you, anyone who doesn't have their kind of faith will never get into the Kingdom of God.' Then He took the children into His arms and placed His hands on their heads and blessed them." Mark 10:13-16 (NLT) So instead of throwing up our hands in despair and contempt over a froward younger generation, we can get involved at some level and make a difference. Taking time to talk to or play with the child of a neighbor, friend or relative can go a long way in favorably shaping their character. Certainly we can all pray daily for families. This would be time well invested to make our future society a better place.


Written by C.F.