In today's world, it's so easy to get caught up in the hustle and forget that kids are a wonderful blessing, not just a cost or challenge. Psalms 127 is a lovely reminder that children are a heritage from the Lord, a precious reward we’re entrusted with.
When we embrace the children God gives us, we're building a Christian legacy that carries on through generations.
By trusting God's wisdom in this area of our life it does bring peace that only he can give us.
After all, God does have a special plan for each child, just like He did for David in the family of Jesse, who was chosen to be the anointed king.
Last week, I wrote about how Children Are a Blessing: Trusting God with Your Family Size.
I go into my testimony about my family and my blog, Large Family Arrows.
In this blog post, I want to talk about how important it is to see children as the precious gifts God gives us. The world doesn't value children today, but God finds them important and has a perfect plan for each one.
It's important to remember the value of our children. While society tries to put a dollar amount on how much it is to have children or how hard it is to raise them, God wants us as Christians to see their worth as he sees it.
Matt 19:13-14 reads
Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.
But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
And he laid his hands on them and departed thence.
I wonder if the disciples fully understood just how special the kids were then. But Jesus said not to prevent even the kids from coming to him. He said that we need to be like little children even when we are adults.
Why? Because children are trusting and believing. If you tell your little child to jump off the couch or run and jump in your arms, you will catch them. Your kids will do it because they trust Mommy and Daddy to protect them.
God wants us to be like children and believe and trust him for every need we have.
God Calls Children a Blessing
When we look at our kids through God's eyes, it becomes clear to see them as wonderful gifts rather than just more responsibilities that we have.
Isaiah 8:18 – "Behold, I and the children whom the Lord hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the Lord of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion."
Psalms 127: 5 Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.
Children as a Blessing
Kids might sometimes feel like a lot to handle because of all the pressures from society and money worries. Or maybe you think I can't handle more than 1 or 2.
I have heard things like "you have your hands full", "I couldn't handle having lots of kids," or "I can barely handle the ones I have".
My disclaimer: "You can't handle any amount of kids, 1 or 10, without God to lead you and guide you. That's how I handle all my children; God helps me every day, and he will lead you, too.
But they really are gifts from God. They fill our lives with joy, teach us patience, and help us grow.
From a spiritual perspective, they inspire us to grow in our own faith, gently encouraging us to become even better versions of ourselves.
I want to be an example to my children, so that causes me to watch how I live my life.
Isn't that what we desire for our kids? To grow up and make a difference for God? Seeing how children will grow up and shape our world helps us to understand a little bit of how God might see our kids. After all, they won’t always be children.
Not to say that they can't work for God or do great things for him, even as children, because they can.
We have always enjoyed each child that God gave us, even before he laid it on our hearts to trust him in this area.
However, I feel that we are just now as our children are growing up, seeing some of God's plan for our children's lives.
They all work for God, from our oldest, who is 29, down to our baby, who is 11. That makes me feel very blessed that God would entrust us with our kids and then he would use them for his glory. That is a blessing, and children are a blessing.
God Gives Children as a Gift
Genesis 4:1 – "And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the Lord."
📖 Genesis 21:1-2 – "And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken. For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him."
📖 Genesis 25:21 – "And Isaac intreated the Lord for his wife, because she was barren: and the Lord was intreated of him, and Rebekah his wife conceived."
📖 Genesis 30:22-23 – "And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb. And she conceived, and bare a son; and said, God hath taken away my reproach."
📖 1 Samuel 1:19-20 – "And they rose up in the morning early, and worshipped before the Lord, and returned, and came to their house to Ramah: and Elkanah knew Hannah his wife; and the Lord remembered her. Wherefore it came to pass, when the time was come about after Hannah had conceived, that she bare a son, and called his name Samuel, saying, Because I have asked him of the Lord."
📖 Ruth 4:13 – "So Boaz took Ruth, and she was his wife: and when he went in unto her, the Lord gave her conception, and she bare a son."
Trusting God's Purpose for Children
Trusting God's purpose for children requires faith and surrender. Each child has a unique role in God's plan, much like David, who was chosen from many siblings. Recognizing this divine purpose encourages us to trust God in parenting.
God's purpose for children is not always immediately clear to us. It happens over time as they grow and explore their gifts.
Our role as parents is to support and guide them, trusting that God will reveal their path in His time.
In bringing out the value God sees in children, I shouldn’t fail to mention how surrendering the womb to God really does bring peace and blessings of its self.
Now, while I am not saying everyone needs to make this decision, this is a personal one that involves you, your spouse, and God, I do think it’s worth talking about.
Trusting God's Wisdom in Family Planning
Trusting God's plan for the size of our family means letting go of the reins a bit. It's about having faith that he knows what's best for our family, just like He guides us in everything else. This kind of trust can bring such a comforting peace into our lives.
God's got a perfect plan, even with how many kids we're meant to raise. Whether it's 1 or 10, trusting Him means He's got all we need covered for the journey.
Overcoming Fear and Embracing Faith
We all have worries, right? Especially when it comes to things like whether we’ll have enough time, money, or energy. But embracing faith means tackling those fears by believing God’s got our backs.
I’m not saying its always easy. I had a bad miscarriage after baby number 5. I had to have an emergency DNC. It was very scary. However, my husband and I both had to give that over to God and not let fear hold us back. Of course, we can only do that with God’s strength and with faith.
Yet, don’t we have to do that with every other area as well?
Surrendering Family Control to God
Letting go of family control really takes a conscious choice and prayer, doesn’t it?
It’s all about setting aside our own plans to embrace God’s. This kind of surrender lets us soak up the blessings He has in store, including the unique size and personality of our family.
Trusting God’s timing and provisions means accepting each child as a special gift, knowing they’ve got a unique role in His plan. Feeling this freedom and joy is worth it!
In conclusion, recognizing children as gifts from God transforms the way we view family and legacy.
By embracing this perspective, we not only honor the blessings God has bestowed upon us but also strengthen our faith and trust in His grand design.
Kids aren't just responsibilities; they're filled with potential and a God giving calling that just needs time for God to bring it out.
As parents, our journey is all about nurturing and guiding them, leaning into God's wisdom and strength along the way.
By embracing this truth, we get to experience the full joy that comes with trusting our lives and families to God.
Let's cherish each child and live out our faith, leaving a legacy that honors the Lord and inspires the generations to come.
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