Psalm : 127
Vs: 3
Children are a heritage from the LORD,
offspring a reward from him.
During the time of marriage we have heard the Pastor of cay. Marriage is an institution and it is instituted by God alone.
Birth of a child is to be celebrated, because it a gift of God alone.
1. When God blessed Adam he said multiply and be fruitful.
2. When God blessed Noah and his son’s he said multiply and be fruitful.
3. When God blessed Abraham he said your generation will be like the sand of the sea and as the stars of the sky.
Luke 2:22 onwards
Joseph and Mary brought the baby to the temple after his birth in Bethlehem. They were following the Law which stated that an offering was to be given to God to purify a woman after giving birth and that a firstborn son was to be presented to God.
Preview:
Now when Joseph and Mary walk into the temple area, carrying the baby Jesus, they were not expecting any kind of a reception.
As they arrive in the temple to fulfill their religious duties, Joseph and Mary encountered a “righteous and devout” man by the name of Simeon. Simeon was living a life that clearly demonstrated his love for God, but he is not a priest…or by our way of thinking, he is not a minister or clergy…he is just an ordinary layman like most everyone sitting here this morning. Of course, there is one special difference Simeon had from the rest of us; Simeon had been given special revelation from God regarding the coming of the Christ.
Birth of a child is to be celebrated, because it a gift of God alone.
Two important things for the Patents in bringing up your child
I. Live as an example before your children
II. Live a life with God Centered in your family.
When you do this.
I. Your child will grow in Christ centered values
II. Will grow in the fear of the Lord
III. Will grow in the knowledge of the world
Closing
A gift is always precious, preserving it is very important to do great things because it is the gift of God.
