Read Ephesians 6:10-18.
The war we are in for the souls of our children is real. Just because we do not use bullets and bombs, but Bibles, makes it no less deadly. In fact, more than physical peril, their eternal destination is at stake.
Do we feel overwhelmed by this assignment? Good, because we are overmatched. That is why Paul tells us we must stand in God’s power, for ours is insufficient. Yet, with God all things are possible. If Noah could get all his family on the ark in an age worse than ours, then we can get our children to heaven.
Each day we must put our armor on. The Apostle describes that armor. Fathers and mothers, grandparents, and church members must prepare for battle. This is not a game.
The weapon for offense is the sword of the Spirit—the Word of God. We must turn to Scripture, devote ourselves to its study, and instruct our children. Keep the sword sharp!
The field of battle, once we are dressed, is in the place of prayer. That is where the real conflict occurs. This is, after all, a spiritual war. Bible teacher, A.W. Pink said, “[The] most important duty, respecting both the temporal and spiritual good of your children, is fervent supplication to God for them. Without this all the rest will be ineffectual. Means are unavailing unless the Lord blesses them. The Throne of Grace is to be earnestly implored that your efforts to bring up your children for God may be crowned with success.”
Now, get on your knees and fight!
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