“When the World Pushes Back”
📖 “If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you.”
—John 15:18 (NKJV)
Teaching your children to walk in truth and love means preparing them for this:
The world may not always applaud their obedience to Christ.
That’s hard—for a mother to witness and for a child to endure.
But Jesus gave this warning not to scare us, but to strengthen us.
The same world that resisted Jesus will resist those who follow Him.
So instead of protecting our children from discomfort at all costs, we can prepare them to stand firm:
- Help them know they’re not alone—Jesus faced this first.
- Remind them that truth matters more than popularity.
- Teach them to respond in love, even when they are misunderstood.
In your home, model a faith that endures even when it’s not easy.
That kind of light pierces the darkness—and points to Jesus.
Family Reflection:
- How can you prepare your children to respond in love when they face rejection for their faith?
- What conversations are needed to help them stand strong?
Prayer:
Lord, help our home to be a place where courage is cultivated. When the world pushes back, may we cling to You. Teach us to love truth and live it—no matter the cost. Amen.
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