Children are a gift

Psalm 127 names children as a heritage and reward from the Lord. They are received as a gift, not treated as possessions or trophies. This image challenges a parent to care for the child God has entrusted to them rather than measure the child's worth by performance.

Put the Word into practice

Tell a child something you value about who they are, apart from achievement.

Search the Scripture

How does seeing children as a heritage change a parent's sense of responsibility?

A prayerful response

Father, help me receive and nurture children as precious gifts. Amen.