No Greater Joy

3 John 4 "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth."

John was speaking of his "spiritual children." Those who came to the Lord through the preaching of the gospel. Is this true of us, with our birth children? What brings us the greatest joy? Are we more excited about their scholastic progression or when they are serving the Lord?  What is it that we really want for them? What do we teach them more?

I enjoy watching the grandchildren do different things...Zion eating an apple, or praying. It's fun to watch Promise read more words. I love to watch Nate sweep the floor. But none of these things compare to the excitement of having them ask questions about God and Jesus. One of Promise's favorite stories is a book "Jesus Lives," a story of His crucifixion and resurrection. It is always her choice of a book at night.

But when I read the given verse, I feel the excitement that John had when his children were living in truth! Oh what a joy that is when our children ask Jesus into their hearts. But when they walk away from Jesus it crushes the spirit. We have a great responsibility as parents and grandparents to teach our children God's Word.

I believe it brings our Father in Heaven great joy when He sees His children teach others how to walk in Truth. We are on a mission.

Patrick will return on March 1, after being gone for 6 weeks. It has been a long time, but he has accomplished much. He has hosted 2 mission teams, as well as taught classes, counseled people, There is always supplies to buy for the village and vehicle repairs. These things take so much more effort and time than in the states. On the flip side, he has endured much opposition in the work, but God has held him strong. We ask your prayers for God's work to go forth in spite of these oppositions.

God bless you