Some days it hits you—family is messy, beautiful, complicated, and somehow still one of God’s sweetest gifts. This reflection leans into that everyday reality, reminding us that the love between parents and children isn’t accidental but something God has been weaving into stories since the very beginning. It’s an invitation to see your own family, with all its quirks and imperfections, as part of that same grace‑filled design.
This Week!
Monday Bible Story:
- So many people we read about in scripture who wanted children: Sarah and Abraham, Hannah and Elkenah, Elizabeth and Zachariah.
Tuesday Key Verse:
- Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. (Psalm 127:3)
Wednesday Prayer:
- Father, thank you that you give children as a gift to moms and dads. Thank you for the parents you gave me to. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Thursday Question:
- How does it change how you see your family, to know that you, that your siblings, are a gift from God?
Friday Fun Fact:
- Q: How much does it cost to raise a child in the United States per year?
- A: Around $20,000 per year.
Show Notes:
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