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Grandparents Are Models: Good or Bad
by Dr. Gary Chapman
Stay together long enough to have grandchildren, and you'll stay together for a lifetime.
Grandchildren add a special dimension to life. Someone has said, "Grandchildren are God's reward for not killing your children."
Solomon said, "Children's children are a crown to the aged."
But grandparents also have responsibilities and opportunities. We get to pray for our grandchildren. Sometimes we can give them spiritual guidance, or comfort, or encouragement. But our most powerful gift is our model.
Growing old together, loving and supporting each other, is the greatest gift you can give your grandchild. So, if you're having struggles in your marriage, think about your grandchildren. Let them be the motivation for getting marital counseling, attending a marriage seminar, or reading and discussing a book on marriage.
Whatever you do to enrich your marriage will not only make your life better, it will influence your grandchildren.
In today's world, the presence of godly grandparents can make the difference between success and failure for children. Think about it!
Article written by Dr. Gary Chapman. Based on the book, How to Really Love Your Adult Child by Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Ross Campbell. Published by Moody Publishing. For a complete listing of Dr. Chapman's books and resources, click here.
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