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Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it - Proverb 22:6

Today is also known as Children'a Day. It's a day we all celebrate our children. As a recent dad, I know the joy and happiness children brings into our lives. They are awesome.

Sadly, there are so many things that still needs to be done. Street kids are on the rise, child trafficking and prostitution is not left out. The waywardness of children these is really alarming. So what exactly is wrong? Why the decline in the moral values of our children?

Truth be told, each and every one of has a role to play in the upright upbringing of our children. God created the family so that there will be a conducive environment to rear children. These days, reverse is the case, single mothers popular called 'baby mama' is the new trend.

When you don't train up a child in the way of the Lord which is the way to go, definitely the devil will have a hold on the child. Training a child means  teaching them what they should know, what they should do, teaching them the right and the wrong. 

Training them means not pampering them when they err. Training up a child means you as the trainer is a role model for the child to look up to.

Eli was a great priest but he fumbled in rearing his children well. Samuel was a great prophet but his children lives wasn't so great. Joshua famously declared that he and his household will serve that Lord. As a parent or parent to be, that should be your motto; to serve the Lord, you and your family.

Secondly, Children are talented, therefore they need to express themselves, never belittled their talent, encourage them even when they fails, be their best coach. Reward them when they succeed.

Thirdly, children are different, some are quiet, some are lively. Try to know which one is your own. Don't force a quiet child to be effective outspoken and vice verse.

Fourthly, pray for your children. The devil knows training a child well means developing a nation. He (devil) doesn't want that which is why he attacks the training of a child. Pray for your children even before you start having them. 

This is my prayers for you, you will never have any regret over your children. 

It's a wonderful day, Happy Sunday and happy children's day!!!

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