Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Luke 2:40-44
by: Patrick London.
Jesus demonstrated his gift of wisdom and spiritual strength as he grew because God's grace was upon him. Have you ever seen how parents show great concern for their young ones? Or have you even experienced your parents' being overly protective of you? Jesus' parents expected him to obey them; they never imagined having to travel back to Jerusalem after leaving to return home from the Passover feast. Can you imagine the worry and fear that might have gripped them?
Ephesians 6:1 encourages all of us to be obedient to our parents while we obey and follow Christ to God. Let us set a good example of obedience for those who might be looking at us.