Use Creation to Teach Your Children - WHEN CAN YOU USE CREATION TO TEACH YOUR CHILDREN?

 Israelite parents were urged to teach their children the words of Jehovah's commandments when walking "on the road." (Deuteronomy 11:19) Roads ran through the countryside of Israel. A variety of animals, birds, and flowers could be seen. As Israelite families traveled on the road, the parents had the opportunity to spark their children's interests in Jehovah's creation. You parents have likely had similar opportunities  to use creation to teach your children. Consider how some parents have done that.

A mother named Punitha, who lives in a large city in India, says: "When we visit family in the countryside, we view it as an opportunity to help our children learn about Jehovah's marvelous creation.  I feel that my children understand creation better when they are  away from the crowded  streets and city traffic." Parents, your children will likely never forget the time they spend with you in a beautiful setting. Katya, sister from Moldova, says:  "My most vivid childhood memories are those spent  with my parents in the countryside. I am grateful to them for teaching me from a young age to stop and observe what Jehovah has made and to see him through his creation. 

What if it is not possible for you to travel to the countryside?  Amol, who also lives in India, says:  "Where I live, parents have to work long hours, and a trip to the countryside can be expensive.  However, a small park or rooftop terrace can serve as a place to observe creation and talk about Jehovah's qualities."  When you look carefully, you will likely also discover near your home many features of creation you can show your  children.  (Psalm 104:24 You will probably find birds, insects, plants, and more.  Karina, from Germany, says: "My mom loves flowers, so when I was a young girl, she would point out pretty flowers  whenever we took a walk together."  Parents, you can also use the many videos and publications about creation  that our organization had produced to teach your children. Yes, whatever your circumstances, you can help your children to observe what God has made. Now let us consider some of Jehovah's qualities that  you could point out to your children. 

Next time:  Use Creation to Teach Your Children - JEHOVAH'S "INVISIBLE QUALITIES ARE CLEARLY SEEN"

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