Be the example

Everyone has a philosophy, a theory on how to raise children, until they have children. Once you have children, you really understand that they are small human beings, full of ideas and attitude. And, absolutely no two are alike.

One thing that I have really noticed with our two little ones is that they seem to really be able to mimic any bad behavior I display. They don't seem to grasp the few good ones but they can certainly cling to the bad ones. I am very cognizant that four little eyes are watching my every move and they will follow a lot of Trishia's and my habits, the good and, especially, the bad.

Today's word is Titus 2:7, NIV, which reads, In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity and seriousness."

We teach way more by our actions than we ever do by our words. I have shared before that people watch what we do way more than what we say we'll do, and rightfully so. Our two little ones are going to be influence by their friends, their teachers, their media choices, but most especially by Trish and my actions. I want them to grow to be productive parts of society. Most important, though, is I want them to accept JESUS as their SAVIOR and to serve Him.

We have daily opportunities to influence the lives of every single person that we come into contact with. But, it goes so much further. Our influence will then be passed on to everyone that those we contacted contact. I guess the simplest way to put it is that your influence is far wider than you could ever imagine. Pray for me that I will be the example.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T