Read Psalm 127:5 and Ephesians 1:3
“How joyful is the man whose quiver is full of them! He will not be put to shame when he confronts his accusers at the city gates.” (Psalm 127:5)
“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.” (Ephesians 1:3)
Discover
1. What is the emotional state of the person with a quiver full of children?
2. How do these children help their father?
3. According to the Ephesians verse, how has God blessed His children?
Respond
While children are a blessing from God, it’s important to not make the mistake of thinking they are the only way God provides blessing. For those unable to have biological children, our prayer is for you to know the full and complete love of your heavenly Father in Christ. Spend some time praying for this truth to wash over you and those you know in a new way today. Pray about the ways He is asking you to pour into the lives of others, whoever they may be.
For Further Reading: A Prayer for Children to Be a Blessing with David Platt
For Families with Kids at Home
Let the words of Ephesians 1 sit with you today: all praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing. Our children are a blessing even when it doesn’t feel easy. Remember God’s grace for you today, and ask him to make you grateful for every moment.
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