Epilog: Avoid a Sequel

“And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up” (Deuteronomy 6:7).

 

Dare to be a good example to the next generation of those who appear on your family tree. Our writer talks of “generational sin.” Just because you have some unsavory characters for relatives doesn’t mean you have to be like them. You can “branch” out and strive to make a difference in the lives of those present and future that make up your lineage. Teach your children and grandchildren the truths of God’s Word in word or testimony. In doing so you are helping to avoid a sequel being written to the story we have just finished in Genesis 38. 

           

You are writing your story as you live each day. Is it one of redemption with a happy ending? If it is, share it with your loved ones. There may be some Tamars who need to know about the grace of God.

 

Sue Winchester

Missouri

 

PRAY TOGETHER:  “Hindus in India tell Christians: Convert or Die” headlined newspapers recently. Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters and for senior missionary in India, Carlisle Hanna.