A reminder to parents, educators, and all who are in a position to form young people in their faith: we plant seeds, we water them with love, understanding and good example, and we wait for the seeds to germinate as we do when we plant seeds in our gardens. Then we cultivate, loosen the dirt, pull the weeds and water regularly. In time the plants grow stronger and bear the fruit or flowers for which they were intended. In time, with such attentive and loving care, the seeds of faith take root, spring up and blossom. It can be disconcerting to hear some of the false notions that are part of this growth, yet patient cultivating and accompaniment eventually pay off. Faithful prayer for God's grace to "do it's thing" is needed and is a lesson for us. Without that grace, our efforts are in vain and only cause us frustration. A "combo" is necessary: trusting, consistent prayer,consistent "presence" and the example, our example, of a living faith, provide the needed formula for the full maturation of the faith of these young people.
Bro. Rene
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