From an early age, it is important to be clear with our children about service and leadership.

Firstly, the Bible gives a clear and distinctive emphasis on service.

Practically, it might be helpful to teach and remind our children (over and over…) that service is noticing and responding to the needs of others around us …. in our homes and classrooms.   It is important to reinforce that we don’t respond out of desire for reward, nor concern over consequence.  Rather, we respond out of love for others and thankfulness to God for all that he has done.

May God bless you with insight and wisdom as you shepherd the hearts of your precious children.

Larne Edmeades