As our children grow up, they shouldn’t just develop chronologically and physically.  The Bible speaks about growing up spiritually. 

1 Samuel 2:11 says “the boy, Samuel, continued to grow in stature and in favor with the Lord and with people.”

The Gospels say a similar thing about the Lord in Luke 2:52. “And as Jesus grew up, he increased in wisdom and in favor with God and people.”

Although Jesus was God, it seems that he had to grow up just like any other child.

The one distinctive in both Samuel and Jesus’ story is that they not only grew up physically each year, but they grew in favor with God and with people.

The favor of God on our children is the biggest blessing they could receive.  Having favor with people is also a big advantage for our kids. 

Becky and I believe with you for your children and grandchildren as they grow up…

…that they will increase in wisdom and favor with God and with people.

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