As Grandparents we become "grand teachers." Just because we aren't the parents doesn't mean we don't still have the responsibility to continue teaching when we are with our grandchildren. In the old days, spiritual teaching would take place daily through the study of God's Word, the reputation of the Law, and the examples the parents and grandparents exhibited in their lives. The instruction was more than just the reading a memorization of the law - it included the demonstration of a godly lifestyle woven into everyday living.
Today we need to be creative in the ways we teach. We should be alert to life and the events that are happening around us. Use the news to point our examples of good and evil. Special events such as birthdays, weddings, funerals, and new births are perfect times to teach about God's love and laws. Walking on the beach, looking at the stars, baking cookies together, or helping in the garden can be treasured moments to teach God's truths.
As grandparents, we are always teaching - which is different than lecturing. Remain open to questions. Watch your nonverbal language when shocking comments come forth. Pray for wisdom, guidance, and patience before and during those special times with your grandchildren.
You shall teach them diligently to your children
(and grandchildren), and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up.
Deuteronomy 6:7
In God's Love,
Susan
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